Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Custom Weld 21 - 22 ft. Storm 2013 vs Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Custom Weld 21 - 22 ft. Storm 2013 vs Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Custom Weld 21 - 22 ft. Storm 2013 at 21,0 ft versus Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2008 at 21,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Custom Weld 21 - 22 ft. Storm 2013 tips the scales at 3 625 lbs — 3 280 lbs more than the Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2008 at 345 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Custom Weld 21 - 22 ft. Storm 2013 and Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2008 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
MakeCustom Weld
MakeCustom Weld
Model21 - 22 ft. Storm
ModelStorm - 21 ft
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise11℃ or 14℃
Deadrise11℃
Weight - Detail3,450 - 3,625 lbs
Weight - Detail3,450 lbs
Weight - kg1644.27
Weight - kg1564.89
Weight - lbs.3625
Weight - lbs.345
Width [transom] - Detail72 in. bottom width
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail34 in. side 26 in. inside freeboard
Height - Detail32 in. (side)
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Inches34
Height - Inches32
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail21 or 22 ft. hull center length
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches252
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness0.190 or 0.250 bottom; 0.125 side
Hull thickness0.190 (bottom); 0.125 (side)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine model5.7 l Vortec MEFI 5
Engine modelnot available
Jet pumpATJ SD312
Jet pumpATJ SD 312 w/best
Fuel tank capacity - Detail61 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters230.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal61
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard5.7 Vortec