Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2010 vs Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2010 against a modified vee Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2010 at 16,4 ft versus Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 2012 at 14,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2010 tips the scales at 865 lbs — 839 lbs more than the Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 2012 at 26 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 Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 2012 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Classic Camp 165 CS 2010 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 2010 at 16,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alumacraft Riveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20) 2012 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
ModelClassic Camp 165 CS
ModelRiveted Jon MV 1448 (15 & 20)
Model Year201
Model Year2012
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 - Detail865 lbs. (392 kg)
Weight - Detail260 lbs
Weight - kg392.36
Weight - kg117.93
Weight - lbs.865
Weight - lbs.26
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]15 / 20 in
Length - Meters5
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16.42
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Inches197
Length overall - Inches168
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 thickness0.070 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 max25 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,285 lbs. (583 kg)
Maximum capacity585 lbs
Maximum people5
Maximum people5