Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 boat specs
Avalon
Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012
2012
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Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 boat specs
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Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012
2012
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Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 vs Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012: A Close Look at Two Pontoon Boats

Both the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 at 20,0 ft versus Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 at 20,0 ft. At 1 750 lbs and 1 750 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 90 hp for the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and 90 hp for the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

Both boats are rated for 9 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.

One place where both boats are genuinely identical is tube construction: both run 2 aluminum tubes at 23" diameter. That shared spec means stability and buoyancy characteristics are closely matched - the ride difference you'll feel between them comes primarily from deck length, weight distribution, and motor choice.

Bottom line: The Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeAvalon
MakeAvalon
Model20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE
Model20 ft. Catalina
Model Year2012
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft.
Beam8 ft.
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,750 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,750 lbs.
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - kg793.79
Weight - lbs.1750
Weight - lbs.1750
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail20 ft.
Length overall - Detail20 ft.
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches240
Length overall - Inches240
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in.
Tube diameter23 in.
Number of tubes2
Number of tubes2
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower90 hp
Horsepower90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,805 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,805 lbs.
Maximum people9 / 1,250 lbs.
Maximum people9 / 1,250 lbs.

Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 vs Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 or the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012?
The Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 is the longer of the two at 20,0 feet overall. The Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 comes in at 20,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 or the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012?
For trailering, the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 has the edge at 1 750 lbs dry weight versus 1 750 lbs for the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 is certified for 9. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 share an 8 ft. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Avalon 20 ft. A Fish - Fish N Fun RE 2012 and the Avalon 20 ft. Catalina 2012 are built by Avalon. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.