Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 boat specs
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Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011
2011
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Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 boat specs
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Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007
2007
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Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 vs Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 and the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — 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 — Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 at 2,0 ft versus Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 at 2,0 ft. At 128 lbs and 126 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 and 90 hp for the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 1 lbs per hp for the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.

Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeWeeres
MakeWeeres
ModelCadet Fish 2
ModelFisherman Deluxe 2
Model Year2011
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail1,280 lbs
Weight - Detail1,260 lbs
Weight - kg580.6
Weight - kg571.53
Weight - lbs.128
Weight - lbs.126
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]18 ft. Enclosed: 14 ft. 6 in
Length [deck]8 ft. x 20 ft. Enclosed: 8 ft. x 19 ft
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gauge0.080 in
Tube gauge0.08
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,480 lbs
Maximum capacity2,490 lbs
Maximum people9 or 1,880 lbs
Maximum people1

Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 vs Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 or the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007?
The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 is the longer of the two at 2,0 feet overall. The Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 or the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007?
For trailering, the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 has the edge at 126 lbs dry weight versus 128 lbs for the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011. 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 Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 is certified for 1. 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 has the better power-to-weight ratio?
The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 has a better power-to-weight ratio at 1 lbs per hp compared to 1 lbs per hp for the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011. A lower number means quicker acceleration and faster time to plane — the number that actually matters most on short, sporty boats like these.
Are the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 and Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weeres Cadet Fish 200 2011 and the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 200 2007 are built by Weeres. 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.