Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft X-14V 2012 vs MasterCraft X-2 2010: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the MasterCraft X-14V 2012 and the MasterCraft X-2 2010 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, 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 - MasterCraft X-14V 2012 at 21,3 ft versus MasterCraft X-2 2010 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MasterCraft X-14V 2012 tips the scales at 3 800 lbs - 300 lbs more than the MasterCraft X-2 2010 at 3 500 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 11 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 MasterCraft X-14V 2012 and MasterCraft X-2 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
MakeMasterCraft
MakeMasterCraft
Model Year2012
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - Detail23.5 in. (0.59 m) transom 35.5 in. (0.9 m) amidship
Depth - DetailTransom: 28 in. Amidship: 26.5 in.
Depth - Centimeters91.44
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inches35.5
Depth - Inches28
Draft [max] - Detail23 in. (0.58 m)
Draft [max] - Detail27 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.58
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Inches23
Draft [max] - Inches27
Weight - Detail3,800 lbs. (1,724 kg)
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs.
Weight - kg1723.65
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - lbs.3800
Weight - lbs.3500
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m) amidship
Width [transom] - DetailAmidship: 96 in.
Height - Detail7 ft. 2 in. (2.19 m) tow bar height to waterline
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.18
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches86
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet21.33
Length - Feet20
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 8 in. (7.2 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]22 ft. 1 in.
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Detail20.0 ft.
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches256
Length overall - Inches240
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeIlmor
Engine makenot available
Engine model5.7 l V-8, 320 hp (239 kW) 6.0 l V-8, 382 hp (285 kW) 6.2 l V-8, 430 hp (321 kW)
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Drive typeV-drive
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Maximum people11
Maximum people11
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,609 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 4 in. (7.1 m) 22 ft. 2 in. (6.8 m) swing away tongue
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 6 in. Swing Away Tongue: 20 ft. 9 in.
Trailer - Weight900 lbs. (408 kg) single axle 1,050 lbs. (476 kg) tandem axle
Trailer - WeightSingle-axle: 935 lbs. Tandem-axle: 1,100 lbs.
Trailer - Width102 in. (2.6 m)
Trailer - WidthSingle-axle: 99 in. Tandem-axle: 100 in.