Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 boat specs
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Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010
2010
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Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 boat specs
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Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013
2013
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Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 vs Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 against a tunnel Custom Weld X-Caliber 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 at 19,0 ft versus Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 at 21,0 ft. At 12 lbs and 28 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 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 X-Caliber 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 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
ModelViper II Outboard - 19 ft
ModelX-Caliber
Model Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam90 in
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise11℃
Deadrise8 - 11°
Weight - Detail1,200 lbs
Weight - Detail2,800 lbs
Weight - kg544.31
Weight - kg1270.06
Weight - lbs.12
Weight - lbs.28
Height - Detail29 in. (side)
Height - Detail29 - 34 in. sides
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inches29
Height - Inches34
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 20 in. hull center length
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches252
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail72 in. bottom width
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.190 (bottom); 0.125 (side)
Hull thickness0.250 bottom; 0.125 side
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine model4.3L V6
Engine model6.0 l MEFI 5
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. crosstank
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Jet pumpnot available
Jet pumpSD2030AF with SDR pump

Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 vs Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 or the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013?
The Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 or the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013?
For trailering, the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 has the edge at 12 lbs dry weight versus 28 lbs for the Custom Weld X-Caliber 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 is certified for 6. 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 X-Caliber 2013 measures 96" wide, compared to 9" for the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 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 Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 or the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013?
The Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 has the bigger tank at 38 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013. That 31-gallon difference translates to roughly 93–155 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 and Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Custom Weld Viper II Outboard - 19 ft. 2010 and the Custom Weld X-Caliber 2013 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.