Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170 Tiller 2003 vs Alumacraft V-Bow 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170 Tiller 2003 vs Alumacraft V-Bow 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2006 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 — 65 hp for the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170 Tiller 2003 and 75 hp for the Alumacraft V-Bow 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2006. 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.
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 Tournament Pro 170 Tiller 2003 and Alumacraft V-Bow 1756 AW Tunnel SC 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
ModelTournament Pro 170 Tiller
ModelV-Bow 1756 AW Tunnel SC
Model Year2003
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches81
Beam - Inches83
Weight - Detail1005 lbs
Weight - Detail830 lbs
Weight - kg455.86
Weight - kg376.48
Weight - lbs.1005
Weight - lbs.83
Height - Detail36 in
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Meters0.91
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Inches36
Height - Inches24
Height [transom]20 in. (25 in. on special orders)
Height [transom]21 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.13
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches202
Length overall - Inches204
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail56 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet17
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness.102 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail22 gal. (w/built-in reverse)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters83.28
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Engine max65 hp
Engine max75 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum people5 persons
Maximum people5
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity825 lbs