Matching a flat Alumacraft 1648 2008 against a tunnel Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft 1648 2008 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft 1648 2008 tips the scales at 285 lbs — 212 lbs more than the Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 at 73 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 tops out at 60 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1648 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft 1648 2008 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft 1648 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft 1648 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft VB 1650 AW Tunnel SC 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.