Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2013 vs Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2013 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2013 measures 18,1 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 16,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). At 24 lbs and 25 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
Bottom line: The Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2013 at 18,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weldcraft Marine 20 Renegade 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
MakeWeldcraft Marine
MakeWeldcraft Marine
Model18 Renegade
Model20 Renegade
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches86
DeadriseTransom: 14°
DeadriseBottom: 14℃ at transom
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs. w/ V-8
Weight - kg1088.62
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.24
Weight - lbs.25
Width [transom] - Detail86 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 30 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches3
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet18.08
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches217
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.16 in. Sides: 0.10 in. Transom: 0.19 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine model5.7 l MEFI5
Engine modelnot available
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD-309
Jet pumpnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMarine Power 5.0 carb V-8 Pump: American Turbine SD-309
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people6 / 980 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available