Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 boat specs
Custom Weld
Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013
2013
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Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 boat specs
Custom Weld
Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010
2010
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Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 vs Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 against a modified vee Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 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 Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 measures 17,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 15,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 at 2,0 feet (2013). At 27 lbs and 11 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 Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 carries a rated maximum of 350 hp. Engine data for the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 carries 52 gallons versus 32 gallons in the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCustom Weld
MakeCustom Weld
Model20 ft. Cobra
ModelSport - 17 ft
Model Year2013
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in
Beam90 in
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches9
Deadrise11℃
Deadrise11℃
Weight - Detail2,700 lbs
Weight - Detail1,100 lbs
Weight - kg1224.7
Weight - kg498.95
Weight - lbs.27
Weight - lbs.11
Width [transom] - Detail72 in. bottom width
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail34 in. side 26 in. inside freeboard
Height - Detail29 in. (side)
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Inches34
Height - Inches29
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail20 ft. hull center length
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches204
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.190 bottom; 0.125 side
Hull thickness0.190 (bottom); 0.125 (side)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine modelMEFI 5 Vortec
Engine model4.3L V6
Jet pumpATJ SD309
Jet pumpnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Horsepower350 / 325 hp
Horsepowernot available

Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 vs Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 or the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010?
The Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 is the longer of the two at 17,0 feet overall. The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 15,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 or the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010?
For trailering, the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 has the edge at 11 lbs dry weight versus 27 lbs for the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013. 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.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 has a documented max rating of 350 hp. Engine specifications for the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 is certified for 5. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 measures 96" wide, compared to 9" for the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 or the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010?
The Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 has the bigger tank at 52 gallons, versus 32 gallons on the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010. That 20-gallon difference translates to roughly 60–100 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 and Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Custom Weld 20 ft. Cobra 2013 and the Custom Weld Sport - 17 ft. 2010 are built by Custom Weld. 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.