Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 or the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 is the longer of the two at 17,3 feet overall. The Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 tops out at 35 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 carry?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 has an official capacity rating of 5 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 measures 92" wide, compared to 74" for the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011. 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.

Q: Are the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 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.

Boat Comparison

Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 2011

Weld-Craft

Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011

2011

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Weldcraft Marine 173 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a flat Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 has a 80-hp advantage over the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011's 35-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 and its 115-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 with its 35-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeWeld-Craft

MakeWeldcraft Marine

Model1648 Camo Duck Boat

Model173

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam74 in

Beam92 in

Beam - Meters1.88

Beam - Meters2.34

Beam - Inches74

Beam - Inches92

Width [transom] - Detail49 in

Width [transom] - Detail92 x 0.190 in

Height - Detail22 in. side

Height - DetailSides: 34 x 0.100 in

Height - Meters0.56

Height - Meters0

Height - Inches22

Height - Inches0.1

Length - Feet16

Length - Feet17.25

Deadrisenot available

Deadrise28.5° bow entry 24° forward entry 14° transom

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail1,305 lbs

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg591.94

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.1305

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 3 in

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters5.26

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches207

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull thickness0.1

Hull thicknessnot available

Hull typeFlat

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Horsepower35 hp manual

Horsepowernot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal42

Engine maxnot available

Engine max115 hp

Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 or the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 is the longer of the two at 17,3 feet overall. The Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 tops out at 35 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 passengers can the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 carry?

The Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 has an official capacity rating of 5 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 Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 measures 92" wide, compared to 74" for the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011. 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 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and the Weldcraft Marine 173 2011 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.

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