Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 boat specs
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Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011
2011
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Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 boat specs
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Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008
2008
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Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a flat Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 against a pontoon Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 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 — 35 hp for the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and 40 hp for the Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008. 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 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 at 16,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeld-Craft
Model1648 Camo Duck Boat
ModelCDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.)
Model Year2011
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam74 in
Beam84 in
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches84
Width [transom] - Detail49 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in. side
Height - DetailSide: 26 in
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches26
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.1
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeFlat
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeNone
Horsepower35 hp manual
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max40 hp (manual)

Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 vs Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 or the Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008?
The Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 14,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many passengers can the Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 carry?
The Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 has an official capacity rating of 6 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 CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 measures 84" 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 Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1648 Camo Duck Boat 2011 and the Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 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.