Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alweld Flat SS 2013 vs Alweld Side Console Bay Boats 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Alweld Flat SS 2013 against a modified vee Alweld Side Console Bay Boats 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.
The Alweld Side Console Bay Boats 2013 tops out at 130 hp. Engine specs for the Alweld Flat SS 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 Side Console Bay Boats 2013 at 18,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alweld Flat SS 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 SS
ModelSide Console Bay Boats
Model Year2013
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Width [transom] - Detail36 - 52 in
Width [transom] - Detail60 in. bottom
Height [transom]16 in
Height [transom]21 / 25 in
Length - Feet1
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail10 - 17 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches216
Beamnot available
Beam89 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.26
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches89
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail920 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg417.3
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.92
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail28 in. side
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.71
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches28
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 - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Engine maxnot available
Engine max130 hp