Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 boat specs
Weld-Craft
Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011
2011
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Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 boat specs
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Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008
2008
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Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 has a 55-hp advantage over the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011's 60-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 Rebel 2008 and its 115-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 with its 60-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeldcraft Marine
Model1652 MUV Sportsman
Model173 Rebel
Model Year2011
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam74 in
Beam88 in
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches88
Width [transom] - Detail52 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in. side
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches22
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet17
Deadrisenot available
DeadriseBottom: 24℃ bow to 14℃ variable at transom
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,325 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg601.01
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1325
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
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 materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower60 hp remote
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
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,450 lbs. (motor, persons, gear)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5 or 750 lbs

Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 or the Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008?
The Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 is the longer of the two at 17,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 tops out at 60 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 Rebel 2008 carry?
The Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 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 Rebel 2008 measures 88" wide, compared to 74" for the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 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 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and the Weldcraft Marine 173 Rebel 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.