Matching a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009 against a modified vee Weldcraft Marine 22 Select 2012 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 22 Select 2012 measures 22,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009 at 18,5 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009 tips the scales at 2 575 lbs — 2 541 lbs more than the Weldcraft Marine 22 Select 2012 at 34 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009 has a 196-hp advantage over the Weldcraft Marine 22 Select 2012's 4-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Weldcraft Marine 22 Select 2012 carries 93 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 22 Select 2012 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2009 at 18,5 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.