Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 vs Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 — A Close Look at Two Flats
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 and the Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 are flat designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Bottom line: The Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 and Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 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
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeld-Craft
ModelECONO
ModelRL 42 (15 ft.)
Model Year2011
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet15
Length - Feet15
Beamnot available
Beam60 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.52
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches6
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSide: 19 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.48
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches19
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches18
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeNone
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp (manual)
Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 vs Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 — Common Questions
Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 or the Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007?
The Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 is the longer of the two at 15,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 comes in at 15,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 has a documented max rating of 25 hp. Engine specifications for the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many passengers can the Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 carry?
The Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 has an official capacity rating of 4 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Are the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 and Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft ECONO 2011 and the Weld-Craft RL 42 (15 ft.) 2007 are built by Weld-Craft. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.