Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft 1856 9V Bass 2009 vs Weld-Craft CDL 56 Pontoon (18 ft.) 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Weld-Craft 1856 9V Bass 2009 against a pontoon Weld-Craft CDL 56 Pontoon (18 ft.) 2007 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 Weld-Craft CDL 56 Pontoon (18 ft.) 2007 tops out at 40 hp. Engine specs for the Weld-Craft 1856 9V Bass 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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.
Bottom line: The Weld-Craft 1856 9V Bass 2009 and Weld-Craft CDL 56 Pontoon (18 ft.) 2007 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
Model1856 9V Bass
ModelCDL 56 Pontoon (18 ft.)
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches216
Beamnot available
Beam78 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.98
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches78
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSide: 22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeFlat
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOther
Engine maxnot available
Engine max40 hp (manual)