Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 vs Weldcraft Marine Maverick 186 DV 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 vs Weldcraft Marine Maverick 186 DV 2005 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Weldcraft Marine Maverick 186 DV 2005 has a 110-hp advantage over the Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
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 Maverick 186 DV 2005 at 18,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft CDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2008 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
ModelCDL 60 Pontoon (20 ft.)
ModelMaverick 186 DV
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches98
Height - DetailSide: 26 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches26
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches222
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise28℃ bow variable to 18℃ at transom
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,740 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg789.25
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.174
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeNone
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max40 hp (manual)
Engine max150 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6