Matching a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 17 Angler SE 2010 against a modified vee Weldcraft Marine 198X 2013 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Weldcraft Marine 17 Angler SE 2010 at 17,3 ft versus Weldcraft Marine 198X 2013 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weldcraft Marine 17 Angler SE 2010 tips the scales at 975 lbs — 947 lbs more than the Weldcraft Marine 198X 2013 at 28 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Weldcraft Marine 17 Angler SE 2010 carries a rated maximum of 90 hp. Engine data for the Weldcraft Marine 198X 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Weldcraft Marine 198X 2013 carries 42 gallons versus 21 gallons in the Weldcraft Marine 17 Angler SE 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 5 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.