Alumacraft T12V 2008 boat specs
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Alumacraft T12V 2008
2008
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Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 boat specs
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Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007
2007
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Alumacraft T12V 2008 vs Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a other Alumacraft T12V 2008 against a modified vee Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 measures 19,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumacraft T12V 2008 at 12,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 tips the scales at 1 735 lbs — 1 546 lbs less than the Alumacraft T12V 2008 at 189 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 has a 190-hp advantage over the Alumacraft T12V 2008's 10-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Alumacraft T12V 2008 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft T12V 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
ModelT12V
ModelTournament Sport 195
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam60 in. (1.52 m)
Beam97 in. (2.46 m)
Beam - Meters1.52
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches6
Beam - Inches97
Weight - Detail189 lbs. (86 kg)
Weight - Detail1,735 lbs. (787 kg)
Weight - kg85.73
Weight - kg786.98
Weight - lbs.189
Weight - lbs.1735
Width [transom] - Detail60 in. (1.52 m)
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.4 m)
Height - Detail25 in. (0.64 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.64
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches25
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]15 in. (0.38 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.63 m)
Length - Meters3.7
Length - Meters5.86
Length - Feet12
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 3 in. (5.86 m)
Length overall - Meters3.71
Length overall - Meters5.87
Length overall - Inches146
Length overall - Inches231
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailMaximum: 43 in. (1.1 m) To Floor: 22 in. (0.56 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches43
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessFull Vee Hull: Bottom-0.060 in. (1.52 mm) Sides-0.050 in. (1.27 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 in. (2.5 mm)
Hull typeOther
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max10 hp (7 kW)
Engine max200 hp (148 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Operational Info
Maximum capacity655 lbs. (297 kg)
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Maximum people3
Maximum people6

Alumacraft T12V 2008 vs Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Alumacraft T12V 2008 or the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007?
The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Alumacraft T12V 2008 comes in at 12,0 feet, making it roughly 7,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Alumacraft T12V 2008 or the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007?
For trailering, the Alumacraft T12V 2008 has the edge at 189 lbs dry weight versus 1 735 lbs for the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007. 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 Sport 195 2007 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Alumacraft T12V 2008 tops out at 10 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 T12V 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 is certified for 6. 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 Sport 195 2007 measures 97" wide, compared to 6" for the Alumacraft T12V 2008. 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 T12V 2008 and Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Alumacraft T12V 2008 and the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2007 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.