Matching a tunnel Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 against a flat Alumacraft Pro 185 2012 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumacraft Pro 185 2012 measures 18,4 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 16,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 at 2,0 feet (2011). At 12 lbs and 11 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 130 hp for the Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 and 115 hp for the Alumacraft Pro 185 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 21 gal and 21 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Alumacraft Pro 185 2012 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft All-Weld MV 2072 AW FF 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft Pro 185 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.