Weighing in at just over 1,000 kg empty, the Lund benefits from a hull with a tapering bow, but a hull profile that softens considerably at the stern. A few strakes welded to the hull improve grip, while the boat benefits from good lateral support, a real plus for stability.
More powerful than that of a 500 hp Porsche 911 GT3 RS
For our test run, the boat was equipped with its maximum power, 400 hp, in this case the new Mercury V10. On paper, this gives a power-to-weight ratio of 2.6 kg/hp, better than that of a 500 hp Porsche 911 GT3 RS... after a short run to take pictures, I finally took the controls. Needless to say, with this kind of power, performance is a must. In fact, only 4.3 seconds is necessary to plane, not bad considering we're pulling a brand-new 29-inch Revolution X propeller... 0-25 mph is achieved in 4.5 seconds, and 0-35 mph in barely 6 seconds. A great start!
Pushing the handle a little more, and playing with the wake of other boats, we're pleasantly surprised by the way this handle the water. Well sheltered behind the windshield, you'll enjoy smooth steering and a high-energy engine. Despite its moderate weight, the 2175 never flies away.
A very well balanced boat
Very well balanced, it maintains an almost constant pitch attitude. At worst, if the bow feels a little too light in the chop, simply reduce speed or lower the trim and the boat will immediately return to its lines. At more moderate speeds, i.e. around 45 mph (her cruising speed), the Lund proves to be very comfortable, and the protection offered by the windshield means you can hold a conversation without straining your voice. Of course, less power could be envisaged, since 200 or 250 hp should already provide a perfect combination.
