Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1236 2009 vs Alumacraft Crappie Jon 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 1236 2009 vs Alumacraft Crappie Jon 2004 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 Alumacraft Crappie Jon 2004 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1236 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 3 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 Alumacraft 1236 2009 and Alumacraft Crappie Jon 2004 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
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
Model1236
ModelCrappie Jon
Model Year2009
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam55 in
Beam64 in. Bottom: 42 in
Beam - Meters1.4
Beam - Meters1.63
Beam - Inches55
Beam - Inches64
Weight - Detail125 lbs
Weight - Detail330 lbs
Weight - kg56.7
Weight - kg149.69
Weight - lbs.125
Weight - lbs.33
Width [transom] - Detail36 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail19 in
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Meters0.48
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Inches19
Height - Inches2
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]15 in. Width: 62 in
Length - Feet12
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail12 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters3.66
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Inches144
Length overall - Inches168
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detailn/a
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.053 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeFlat
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard15 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailn/a
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity540 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people3
Maximum people3 persons
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityn/a
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Detailn/a