Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 vs Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 against a flat Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 25 hp for the Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 and 25 hp for the Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 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.
Bottom line: The Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 and Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 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
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeld-Craft
Model1544 MV Special
ModelUVCDS 42 (15 ft.)
Model Year2011
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.68
Beam - Meters1.52
Beam - Inches66
Beam - Inches6
Width [transom] - Detail44 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail19 in. side
Height - DetailSide: 19 in
Height - Meters0.48
Height - Meters0.48
Height - Inches19
Height - Inches19
Length - Feet15
Length - Feet15
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches18
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.080 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeNone
Horsepower25 hp manual
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp (manual)
Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 vs Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 — Common Questions
Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 or the Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007?
The Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 is the longer of the two at 15,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 comes in at 15,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many passengers can the Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 carry?
The Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 has an official capacity rating of 4 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 measures 66" wide, compared to 6" for the Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007. 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.
Are the Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 and Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1544 MV Special 2011 and the Weld-Craft UVCDS 42 (15 ft.) 2007 are built by Weld-Craft. 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.