Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1648 SS 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 vs Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1648 SS 2012 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 MV 1648 SS 2012 tops out at 30 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 176 Bass 2001 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Riveted Jon MV 1648 SS 2012 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
ModelRiveted Jon MV 1648 SS
Model Year2001
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches7
Weight - DetailTBD
Weight - Detail280 lbs
Length overall - Detail17' 6"
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches192
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg127.01
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.28
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches21
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]15 / 20 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.070 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard50 - 90hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max30 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people5 person
Maximum people5
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,010 lbs