Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170CS 2000 vs Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel CC 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170CS 2000 vs Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel CC 2009 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.
The Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel CC 2009 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170CS 2000 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Alumacraft Tournament Pro 170CS 2000 carries 22 gallons versus 16 gallons in the Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel CC 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 170CS 2000 and Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel CC 2009 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 170CS
ModelVB 1756 AW Tunnel CC
Model Year2
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches81
Beam - Inches83
Weight - Detail1050 lbs
Weight - Detail860 lbs
Weight - kg476.27
Weight - kg390.09
Weight - lbs.105
Weight - lbs.86
Length overall - Detail16' 10"
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches204
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail56 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches24
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]21 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet17
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.102 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard50 - 115hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail22 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detail16 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters83.28
Fuel tank capacity - Liters60.57
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower75 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people5 person
Maximum people5
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs