Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weldcraft Marine 20 Sabre 2013 vs Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 20 Sabre 2013 against a modified vee Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 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 20 Sabre 2013 at 20,3 ft versus Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2013 at 21,0 ft. At 26 lbs and 31 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 20 Sabre 2013 and Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2013 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
MakeWeldcraft Marine
MakeWeldcraft Marine
Model20 Sabre
Model21 Legacy
Model Year2013
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches94
DeadriseTransom: 12°
DeadriseTransom: 14°
Weight - Detail2,600 lbs
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs
Weight - kg1179.34
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.26
Weight - lbs.31
Width [transom] - Detail94 in
Width [transom] - Detail94 in
Height - DetailSides: 33 in
Height - DetailSides: 33 in
Height - Meters0.84
Height - Meters0.84
Height - Inches33
Height - Inches33
Length - Feet20.25
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches252
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.19 in. Sides: 0.125 in. Transom: 0.19 in
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.19 in. Sides: 0.125 in. Transom: 0.19 in
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine model5.7 l MEFI-5
Engine model5.7 l MEFI-5
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD-309
Jet pumpHamilton 212
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMarine Power
Impellernot available
ImpellerTurbo