Weeres Legacy 2012 boat specs
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Weeres Legacy 2012
2012
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Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 boat specs
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Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010
2010
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Weeres Legacy 2012 vs Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weeres Legacy 2012 and the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 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 Legacy 2012 at 20,3 ft versus Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 at 22,0 ft. At 161 lbs and 142 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 Legacy 2012 and 100 hp for the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010. 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 Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Weeres Legacy 2012 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Legacy 2012 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
ModelLegacy
ModelSportsman Deluxe 22
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,610 lbs
Weight - Detail1,420 lbs
Weight - kg730.28
Weight - kg644.1
Weight - lbs.161
Weight - lbs.142
Length [deck]20 ft
Length [deck]22 ft. 0 in. Enclosed: 19 ft. 6 in
Length - Feet20.25
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches264
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft. 0 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameter23 in
Number of tubes2
Number of tubesnot available
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max100 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,450 lbs
Maximum capacity2,770 lbs
Maximum people1
Maximum people14 or 2,055 lbs

Weeres Legacy 2012 vs Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weeres Legacy 2012 or the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010?
The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Weeres Legacy 2012 comes in at 20,3 feet, making it roughly 1,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Weeres Legacy 2012 or the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010?
For trailering, the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 has the edge at 142 lbs dry weight versus 161 lbs for the Weeres Legacy 2012. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 is rated to a maximum of 100 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Weeres Legacy 2012 tops out at 90 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Weeres Legacy 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 is certified for 14. 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.
Are the Weeres Legacy 2012 and Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weeres Legacy 2012 and the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2010 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.