Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1542 2009 vs Alumacraft Bass Pro 165 2003 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 1542 2009 vs Alumacraft Bass Pro 165 2003 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 Bass Pro 165 2003 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1542 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 1542 2009 and Alumacraft Bass Pro 165 2003 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
Model1542
ModelBass Pro 165
Model Year2009
Model Year2003
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam62 in
BeamBeam: 74 in. Bottom: 52 in
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches62
Beam - Inches74
Weight - Detail210 lbs
Weight - Detail852 lbs
Weight - kg95.25
Weight - kg386.46
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.852
Width [transom] - Detail42 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Detail23 in
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Meters0.58
Height - Inches2
Height - Inches23
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]22 in. Width: 74 in
Length - Feet15
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Inches18
Length overall - Inches2
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detailn/a
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.063 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeFlat
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity775 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 persons
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityn/a
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Detailn/a