Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 vs Weldcraft Marine 188 Rebel 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 188 Rebel 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.
The Weldcraft Marine 188 Rebel 2013 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Weldcraft Marine 188 Rebel 2013 carries 42 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007. 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 188 Rebel 2013 at 18,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft 2056 9V Bass 2007 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
Model2056 9V Bass
Model188 Rebel
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet18.67
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches224
Beamnot available
Beam92 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches92
Deadrisenot available
DeadriseBow: 24° Transom: 14°
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,360 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg616.89
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.136
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail92 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 34 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches34
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.16 in. Sides: 0.10 in. Transom: 0.19 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6 / 960 lbs