When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2008 and the Alumaweld Super Vee LT 20 ft. 2013 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumaweld Super Vee LT 20 ft. 2013 measures 20,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 18,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2008 tips the scales at 142 lbs — 130 lbs more than the Alumaweld Super Vee LT 20 ft. 2013 at 12 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2008 has a 35-hp advantage over the Alumaweld Super Vee LT 20 ft. 2013's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 38 gal and 35 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Alumaweld Super Vee LT 20 ft. 2013 at 20,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alumaweld Blackhawk 2008 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.