Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft CDL 70 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2010 vs Weldcraft Marine 22 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a pontoon Weld-Craft CDL 70 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2010 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 22 2011 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 Weld-Craft CDL 70 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2010 carries a rated maximum of 40 hp. Engine data for the Weldcraft Marine 22 2011 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
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 22 2011 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft CDL 70 Pontoon (20 ft.) 2010 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 70 Pontoon (20 ft.)
Model22
Model Year201
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches102
Height - DetailSide: 26 in
Height - DetailSides: 34 x 0.125 in
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Meters0
Height - Inches26
Height - Inches0.125
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches264
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise23° bow entry 20° forward entry 12° transom
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.34
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail102 x 0.190 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeNone
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine max40 hp (manual)
Engine maxnot available
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelMarine Power 6.0 V-8 MPI
Jet pumpnot available
Jet pumpHamilton 212 Turbo
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail93 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters352.04
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal93