Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 vs Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 against a modified vee Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2007 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 Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2007 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2007 tips the scales at 485 lbs — 401 lbs less than the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 at 84 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 MV 1650 AW 2007 tops out at 40 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 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 Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 and Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2007 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
ModelClassic Camp 165 CS
ModelMV 1650 AW
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam74 in
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches74
Depth - DetailMaximum: 35 in. (0.89 m) To Floor: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail840 lbs. (381 kg)
Weight - Detail485 lbs
Weight - kg381.02
Weight - kg219.99
Weight - lbs.84
Weight - lbs.485
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail50 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]21 in
Length - Meters5
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches197
Length overall - Inches192
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides: 0.065 in. (1.7 mm) 2XB Bow-2nd Plate: 0.065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull thickness0.102 in
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard75 hp (56 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max40 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,285 lbs. (583 kg)
Maximum capacity770 lbs
Maximum people5
Maximum people5