Matching a modified vee Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 against a deep vee Alumaweld Sport Skiff 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 measures 20,1 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumaweld Sport Skiff 2013 at 16,2 feet (2013). At 146 lbs and 74 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 has a 110-hp advantage over the Alumaweld Sport Skiff 2013's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumaweld Sport Skiff 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumaweld Blackhawk 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 20,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumaweld Sport Skiff 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.