Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 vs Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 against a modified vee Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 2006 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 Tournament Pro 175 2006 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 2006 tips the scales at 1 385 lbs — 1 301 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 Tournament Pro 175 2006 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 2006 carries 34 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2008. 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 Classic Camp 165 CS 2008 and Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 2006 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
ModelTournament Pro 175
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam96 in. (2.43 m)
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches96
Depth - DetailMaximum: 35 in. (0.89 m) To Floor: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - DetailMaximum: 41.5 in. (1.1 m) To Floor: 22 in. (.56 m)
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimeters106.68
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inches41.5
Weight - Detail840 lbs. (381 kg)
Weight - Detail1,385 lbs. (628 kg)
Weight - kg381.02
Weight - kg628.22
Weight - lbs.84
Weight - lbs.1385
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail95 in. (2.41 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (.51 m)
Length - Meters5
Length - Meters5.46
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet17
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches11
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 11 in. (5.46 m)
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Meters5.46
Length overall - Inches197
Length overall - Inches215
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 thicknessBottom: .100 in. (2.5 mm) Sides: .080 in. (2.0 mm) 2XB Bow?2nd Plate: .100 in. 2XB Bottom?2nd Plate: .080 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 - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp (67 kw)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,285 lbs. (583 kg)
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs. (703 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5