Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Crestliner CR 1648 TS 2004 vs Crestliner Retriever Jon 1650 SC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Crestliner CR 1648 TS 2004 vs Crestliner Retriever Jon 1650 SC 2012 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 — 35 hp for the Crestliner CR 1648 TS 2004 and 40 hp for the Crestliner Retriever Jon 1650 SC 2012. 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 4 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 Crestliner CR 1648 TS 2004 and Crestliner Retriever Jon 1650 SC 2012 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
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelCR 1648 TS
ModelRetriever Jon 1650 SC
Model Year2004
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam70 in
Beam74 in. (188 cm)
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches7
Beam - Inches74
Weight - Detail275 lbs
Weight - Detail460 lbs. (209 kg)
Weight - kg124.74
Weight - kg208.65
Weight - lbs.275
Weight - lbs.46
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches21
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Meters4.83
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches19
Length overall - Inches192
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise3.5°
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailSide: 21 in. (53 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches21
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.100 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max35
Engine max40 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity973 lbs
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
Maximum people4 Persons
Maximum people4