Matching a modified vee Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 18 SJ 2009 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 — Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 at 20,3 ft versus Weldcraft Marine 18 SJ 2009 at 18,1 ft. At 125 lbs and 205 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.
The Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Weldcraft Marine 18 SJ 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Weldcraft Marine 18 SJ 2009 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Weld-Craft 2060 Pro Bass 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 20,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weldcraft Marine 18 SJ 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.