seabirdb Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 I’m looking at a Hpx 18 one is a 2014 and the other 2016. The 2014 has the gas tank that extends forward of the front bulkhead. The 2016 the gas tank is even with the front bulkhead. I’m asking what are the differences and does one ride better than the other? Also maybe someone knows why maverick chose to change the design. Both boats have the Yamaha F115 which is what I want. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redzone1 Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 I’m probably wrong on this, but it seems like some of those earlier “new redesigned models” had an option for a larger fuel tank. Either way you won’t be able to run it out of gas with an f115 in a day’s fishing no matter the size tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seabirdb Posted August 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 Yes I agree. I was more concerned with the changes of the factory moving the tank due to improvements on the ride or possibly due to keeping the boat from porpoising. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17macae Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 On mine, it porpoises just about as much with a full tank as it does when low on fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 I think redzone is correct. At some point the tank size changed to today's 29 gallons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tender Posted August 31, 2023 Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 I thought my 2012 had a 29 gal tank, definitely have to check when I get home. Either way I'd have to try really hard to run it out of fuel, and if I was ever genuinely concerned could always throw a 5 gallon can onboard. I didn't think/know they moved the tank forward, I thought they only moved the hatch forward to make the area more functional/accessible. I put LiON batteries in the front and they are up under the deck because the hatch is back almost over the fuel tank vs the new ones being forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seabirdb Posted August 31, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 Tender, Yes that makes sense that they moved the hatch to make the area more accessible. How do you like your Hpx? I currently have a Hewes. I’m hoping I don’t loose to much ride comfort when crossing choppy waters. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polliwog Posted August 31, 2023 Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 You will love the HPX, I have a 20ft Hewes LT and a 15 ft HPX. The HPX rides as well or better that the hewes in a light chop, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tender Posted August 31, 2023 Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 I came from a Hewes 18' Lappy to the 18HPXV. They are actually very similarly sized with the ride clearly going to the HPXV. I also have spent an extensive amount of time on a 05 - 18' Redfisher with a 150 which is a significantly larger(wider) boat. Fished various other boats here and there. Beyond the Redfisher being more stable the Maverick is better in every other category IMO, the ride in chop is great. Currently I'm looking to get more shallow but having a tough time giving up the ride for draft of the HPXV right now. I purchased a 17HPXS this last winter and had it for a few months, ultimately ended up selling it. Entertaining buying a HB Pro but would be in the same/similar boat as the HPXS. I'd kind of like to know what a HPXS (or similar) with a ~6° would draft and how it would ride vs. the 2°/flat deadrise of the HPXS. Probably the worst of both worlds rather than the best. 😆 But overall you will not regret moving from the Redfisher to the HPXV IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seabirdb Posted August 31, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 I really like the Hewes but looking forward to the hpx. Thank You for given me your thoughts and experience on the hpx. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted September 2, 2023 Report Share Posted September 2, 2023 On 8/31/2023 at 11:19 AM, Tender said: They are actually very similarly sized with the ride clearly going to the HPXV. most definitely....and, it is more versatile with respect to trolling....you can walk the gunnels like a RF...but, I've spent a good amount of time on a HPX and find it definitely can cut the chop....the only skiff of it's size that will out run it in a chop is my old MA17 dc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polliwog Posted September 4, 2023 Report Share Posted September 4, 2023 I have been on the HB 16fter many times and it is a sweet ride . Can't go wrong there. They also go very shallow. If you like polling 6in, it is very possible with either rig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tender Posted September 13, 2023 Report Share Posted September 13, 2023 Finally remembered to check the fuel tank on my 2012. It's 28 gallons and definitely up against the bulkhead so I don't believe the location ever changed. The pictures below show the hatch location change that I believe was made. The hatch located forward being on current models and the hatch located farther back being like my 2012. It's interesting because Maverick stock photos on their website all appear to be prior to the hatch change. They don't even seem interested enough in the change to update their website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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