Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Weld-Craft UVCDS 60 (20 ft.) 2008 vs Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Weld-Craft UVCDS 60 (20 ft.) 2008 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2010 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Weldcraft Marine 186 SD 2010 has a 160-hp advantage over the Weld-Craft UVCDS 60 (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 186 SD 2010 at 18,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weld-Craft UVCDS 60 (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
ModelUVCDS 60 (20 ft.)
Model186 SD
Model Year2008
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches98
Height - DetailSide: 26 in
Height - DetailSides: 33 x 0.125 in
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Meters0
Height - Inches26
Height - Inches0.125
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet18.5
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 entry 28° forward entry 18° transom
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - DetailN/A
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail98 x 0.190 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeNone
Drive typeOther
Engine max40 hp (manual)
Engine max200 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 / 960 lbs