Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2009 vs Alumacraft MV 1648 NCS 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2009 vs Alumacraft MV 1648 NCS 2005 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2009 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft MV 1648 NCS 2005 at 16,0 ft. At 84 lbs and 31 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 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 2009 and Alumacraft MV 1648 NCS 2005 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 1648 NCS
Model Year2009
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam70 in
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches7
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 - Detail310 lbs
Weight - kg381.02
Weight - kg140.61
Weight - lbs.84
Weight - lbs.31
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail48 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]15 in. or 20 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 - Detail21 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches21
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/sides: .070 in
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard75 hp (56 kW)
Engine/s standard40 hp
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
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,285 lbs. (583 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people5
Maximum people5