Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Custom Weld Center Console Inboard - 20 ft. 2008 vs Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Custom Weld Center Console Inboard - 20 ft. 2008 vs Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2010 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 Center Console Inboard - 20 ft. 2008 at 20,0 ft versus Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2010 at 21,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2010 tips the scales at 3 450 lbs - 850 lbs less than the Custom Weld Center Console Inboard - 20 ft. 2008 at 2 600 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 Center Console Inboard - 20 ft. 2008 and Custom Weld Storm - 21 ft. 2010 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
ModelCenter Console Inboard - 20 ft.
ModelStorm - 21 ft.
Model Year2008
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Deadrise11℃
Deadrise11℃
Weight - Detail2,600 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,450 lbs.
Weight - kg1179.34
Weight - kg1564.89
Weight - lbs.2600
Weight - lbs.3450
Height - Detail32 in. (side)
Height - Detail32 in. (side)
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Inches32
Height - Inches32
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Inches240
Length overall - Inches252
Beamnot available
Beam96 in.
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches96
Body / Hull
Hull thickness0.190 (bottom); 0.125 (side)
Hull thickness0.190 (bottom); 0.125 (side)
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVortec 350/325 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Jet pumpATJ SD 309
Jet pumpATJ SD312 w/ best
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal70
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine makenot available
Engine makeVortec
Engine modelnot available
Engine model5.7L