Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 boat specs
Weld-Craft
Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011
2011
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Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 boat specs
Weld-Craft
Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006
2006
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Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 and 150 hp for the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 carries 62 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: The Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 at 18,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 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
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeldcraft Marine
Model1860 V Bass
ModelRenegade - 20 Foot I/B
Model Year2011
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam84 in
Beam86 in
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches86
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in. side
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches22
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet2
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise14℃
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.25
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeJet Drive
Horsepower150 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardPump: American Turbine SD-309
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150 hp Outboard Jet: 115 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6

Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 vs Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 or the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006?
The Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 16,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many passengers can the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 carry?
The Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 has an official capacity rating of 6 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 Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 measures 86" wide, compared to 84" for the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 or the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006?
The Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 has the bigger tank at 62 gallons, versus 19 gallons on the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 and Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft 1860 V Bass 2011 and the Weldcraft Marine Renegade - 20 Foot I/B 2006 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.