Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 boat specs
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Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007
2007
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Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 boat specs
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Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007
2007
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Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 vs Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 vs Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 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 Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 carries a rated maximum of 35 hp. Engine data for the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 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 Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeWeld-Craft
MakeWeldcraft Marine
ModelUVCDS 48 (16 ft.)
Model21 Legacy
Model Year2007
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam70 in
Beam95 in
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches7
Beam - Inches95
Height - DetailSide: 22 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches22
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches252
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise14℃ at transom
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.31
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeFlat
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeNone
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine max35 hp (manual)
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMarine Power 350 fuel injected V-8 Pump: Hamilton 212 with Turbo Impeller
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail62 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters234.7
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal62

Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 vs Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 or the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007?
The Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 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 UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 has a documented max rating of 35 hp. Engine specifications for the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 measures 95" wide, compared to 7" for the Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 and Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weld-Craft UVCDS 48 (16 ft.) 2007 and the Weldcraft Marine 21 Legacy 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.