Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft All-Weld MV 1756 2012 vs Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Alumacraft All-Weld MV 1756 2012 against a deep vee Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 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 All-Weld MV 1756 2012 at 17,0 ft versus Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 tips the scales at 805 lbs — 799 lbs less than the Alumacraft All-Weld MV 1756 2012 at 6 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 All-Weld MV 1756 2012 carries a rated maximum of 50 hp. Engine data for the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
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 All-Weld MV 1756 2012 and Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 Tiller 2009 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
ModelAll-Weld MV 1756
ModelClassic Camp 165 Tiller
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam83 in
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Inches83
Beam - Inches82
Weight - Detail600 lbs
Weight - Detail805 lbs. (365 kg)
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - kg365.14
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.805
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches24
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]21 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches197
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailMaximum: 35 in. (0.89 m) To Floor: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches35
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.102 in
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides: 0.065 in. (1.7 mm) 2XB Bow-2nd Plate: .065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max50 hp With Max Persons: 75 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard50 hp (37 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum capacity1,295 lbs. (587 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5