Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 boat specs
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Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011
2011
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Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 boat specs
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Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013
2013
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Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 vs Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and the Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 are modified vee 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?

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 60 hp for the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and 65 hp for the Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013. 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 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 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
Model1652 MUV Sportsman
Model60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats
Model Year2011
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam74 in
Beam83 in
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches83
Width [transom] - Detail52 in
Width [transom] - Detail60 in. bottom
Height - Detail22 in. side
Height - Detail22 in. sides
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches22
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail485 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg219.99
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.485
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches192
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in
Hull thickness0.1
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Horsepower60 hp remote
Horsepower65 hp manual 80 hp remote with 22 or 27 in. shaft
Engine modelnot available
Engine model17, 22 or 27 in. shaft
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity17 in. Shaft: 1,153 lbs. 22 or 27 in. Shaft: 1,307 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people17 in. Shaft: 5 / 705 lbs. 22 or 27 in. Shaft: 6 / 846 lbs

Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 vs Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 or the Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013?
The Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 comes in at 16,0 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 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 carry?
The Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 has an official capacity rating of 17 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 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 measures 83" 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 Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1652 MUV Sportsman 2011 and the Weld-Craft 60 - 70 in. Bottom V/UV Jon Boats 2013 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.