Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 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 Classic 165 CS 2011 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 carries 24 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 176 Bass 2001 and Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 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
Model176 Bass
ModelClassic 165 CS
Model Year2001
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam84"
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches82
Weight - DetailTBD
Weight - Detail895 lbs. (406 kg)
Length overall - Detail17' 6"
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (5.0 m)
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches196
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.89 m) To Floor: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches35
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg405.96
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.895
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16.33
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides: 0.065 in. (1.65 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard50 - 90hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max75 hp (56 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people5 person
Maximum people5
Storagenot available
StorageBow Livewell: 34 gal. (128.7 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,280 lbs. (580 kg)