Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alweld Flat DS 2013 vs Alweld Panfish Boats 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Alweld Flat DS 2013 against a modified vee Alweld Panfish Boats 2012 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.
The Alweld Panfish Boats 2012 tops out at 70 hp. Engine specs for the Alweld Flat DS 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Alweld Panfish Boats 2012 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alweld Flat DS 2013 at 1,0 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.
General Boat Info
ModelFlat DS
ModelPanfish Boats
Model Year2013
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Width [transom] - Detail36 - 52 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]16 in
Height [transom]21 in
Length - Feet1
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail10 - 17 ft
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches204
Beamnot available
Beam72 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches72
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail740 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg335.66
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.74
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSide: 22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail10 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters37.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Engine maxnot available
Engine max70 hp