Alumacraft PF170 2005 boat specs
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Alumacraft PF170 2005
2005
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Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 boat specs
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Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004
2004
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Alumacraft PF170 2005 vs Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Alumacraft PF170 2005 vs Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 75 hp for the Alumacraft PF170 2005 and 90 hp for the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004. 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft PF170 2005 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft PF170 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
ModelPF17
ModelTournament Pro 175 Tiller
Model Year2005
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam74 in. (1.88 m) Bottom: 52 in. (1.32 m)
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail800 lbs. (363 kg)
Weight - Detail1385 lbs
Weight - kg362.87
Weight - kg628.22
Weight - lbs.8
Weight - lbs.1385
Width [transom] - Detail74 in. (1.88 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in. (.56 m)
Height - Detail43 in
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters1.09
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches43
Height [transom]22 in. (.56 m)
Height [transom]20 in. Width: 95 in
Length - Meters5.18
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet17
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in. (5.18 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5.46
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches215
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom/sides: .102 in. (2.5 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max75 hp (58 kw)
Engine max90 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (w/built-in reserve)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Operational Info
Maximum people4
Maximum people5 persons
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityn/a
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Detailn/a

Alumacraft PF170 2005 vs Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Alumacraft PF170 2005 or the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004?
For trailering, the Alumacraft PF170 2005 has the edge at 8 lbs dry weight versus 1 385 lbs for the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Alumacraft PF170 2005 tops out at 75 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Alumacraft PF170 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 measures 96" wide, compared to 74" for the Alumacraft PF170 2005. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Alumacraft PF170 2005 and Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Alumacraft PF170 2005 and the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 175 Tiller 2004 are built by Alumacraft. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.