Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 boat specs
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Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013
2013
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Crestliner Sport Angler 1650  2008 boat specs
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Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008
2008
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Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 vs Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 against a modified vee Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 at 18,7 ft versus Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 at 16,0 ft. At 14 lbs and 1 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 has a 25-hp advantage over the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 carries 37 gallons versus 17 gallons in the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelPro Tiller 185
ModelSport Angler 165
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in. (245 cm)
Beam87 in. (221 cm)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches87
Deadrise17°
Deadrise12℃
Depth - DetailMaximum: 41 in. (104 cm) Cockpit: 23.5 in. (59.7 cm)
Depth - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Depth - Centimeters104.14
Depth - Centimeters66.04
Depth - Inches41
Depth - Inches26
Weight - Detail1,400 lbs. (608 kg)
Weight - Detail1,000 lbs. (433 kg)
Weight - kg635.03
Weight - kg453.59
Weight - lbs.14
Weight - lbs.1
Height [transom]25 in. (64 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Feet18.67
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in. (5.7 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 3 in. (5.0 m)
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Meters4.95
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inches195
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail87 in. (221 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.89
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches35
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.10 in. Sides: 0.09 in. Transom: 0.125 in
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. Sides: 0.080 in. Transom: 0.125 in
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail17 gal. (64 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters64.35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Fuel tank capacity - Gal17
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max115 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs. (726 kg)
Maximum capacity1,295 lbs. (587 kg)
Maximum people6
Maximum people5

Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 vs Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 or the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008?
The Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 is the longer of the two at 18,7 feet overall. The Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 2,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 or the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008?
For trailering, the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 has the edge at 1 lbs dry weight versus 14 lbs for the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013. 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 Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 tops out at 90 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 Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 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 Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 measures 96" wide, compared to 87" for the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 or the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008?
The Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 has the bigger tank at 37 gallons, versus 17 gallons on the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008. That 20-gallon difference translates to roughly 60–100 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 and Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Crestliner Pro Tiller 1850 2013 and the Crestliner Sport Angler 1650 2008 are built by Crestliner. 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.