42 Ex and LGT Weight Differences.
03-11-2020, 11:02 AM
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Thanks transport. That's good real info. I'm just doing some homework but was curious watching Bens pass and how proud Reggie was. I can only wonder if the Ex would be any faster due to weight differences, aerodynamics with the different deck design. Comparing Apples to Apples, just different flavors.
03-12-2020, 03:33 PM
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Could you imagine how fast a 42 with epoxy hull would run. Pretty sure comparable OL weighs 8500 with 6's. Not looking for a fright OL boats are way more expensive and you get what you pay for but Ben's boat with full pleasure interior and number 8 drives at 143 in 3/4 mile was impressive for heavy boat.
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03-12-2020, 03:45 PM
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It looks super stable as well. He had it set right for sure. I've watched it quite a few times trying to find anything out of sorts but it was for a lack of better words.....a perfect pass. Which is why I'm curious if it would have been any faster if it was a Ex vs. a LGT.
03-12-2020, 08:48 PM
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It looks super stable as well. He had it set right for sure. I've watched it quite a few times trying to find anything out of sorts but it was for a lack of better words.....a perfect pass. Which is why I'm curious if it would have been any faster if it was a Ex vs. a LGT.
I don’t think so. I think the weight between the two is minimal. The 42 ex and lightning have the same bottom. Came with most of true options. Even in a 525/bravo config I think speeds are close
03-13-2020, 09:11 AM
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I'm thinking you're right. I guess I was thinking there was a significant difference in weight between the two. With taller deck and added amenities to the LGT. My thought was 500-800 lb difference between the two, but yes identical hulls. Eh it was worth a shot to ask. If a 500-800lb difference what would be the mathematical equation related to top speed of the pass and if given the same Combo as Ben has, would it be any different. I could use the speed calc as a reference but couldn't find the real life info weight differences. However did get some good responses on total weight.
