Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 166 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Riveted Jon 1542 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 166 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Riveted Jon 1542 2011 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 Riveted Jon 1542 2011 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 166 Bass 2001 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 166 Bass 2001 and Alumacraft Riveted Jon 1542 2011 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
Model166 Bass
ModelRiveted Jon 1542
Model Year2001
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches62
Weight - DetailTBD
Weight - Detail210 lbs
Length overall - Detail16' 6"
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches18
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg95.25
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.21
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches2
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]15 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet15
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.063 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard40 - 75hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people4 person
Maximum people4
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity775 lbs