Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 boat specs
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Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005
2005
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Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 boat specs
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Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012
2012
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Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 vs Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 is a flat-bottom design and the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 measures 19,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 9,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 at 10,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 tips the scales at 750 lbs - 620 lbs less than the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 at 130 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 90 hp, the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 has a 85-hp advantage over the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005's 5-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 Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 19,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 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
MakeKlamath
MakeKlamath
Model10 ft. Jac
Model19 ft. Baja
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam53 in.
Beam84 in.
Beam - Meters1.35
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches53
Beam - Inches84
Depth - DetailAt Bow: 18 in. At Midship: 14 in. At Transom: 17 in.
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters45.72
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches18
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail130 lbs.
Weight - Detail750 lbs.
Weight - kg58.97
Weight - kg340.19
Weight - lbs.130
Weight - lbs.750
Width [transom] - Detail38 in.
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]15 in.
Height [transom]20 in.
Length - Feet10
Length - Feet19.33
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail10 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Meters3.2
Length overall - Meters5.89
Length overall - Inches126
Length overall - Inches232
Body / Hull
Hull thickness.063 in.
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. Sides: 0.063 in.
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max5 hp
Engine max90 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal20
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity420 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,530 lbs.
Maximum people3
Maximum people6

Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 vs Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 or the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012?
The Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 comes in at 10,0 feet, making it roughly 9,3 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 or the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012?
For trailering, the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 has the edge at 130 lbs dry weight versus 750 lbs for the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012. 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 Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 tops out at 5 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 Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 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 Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 measures 84" wide, compared to 53" for the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005. 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 Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 and Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Klamath 10 ft. Jac 2005 and the Klamath 19 ft. Baja 2012 are built by Klamath. 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.