Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Polar Kraft 1680 SE 2008 vs Polar Kraft BASS AMERICA MV180 FF 2003 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Polar Kraft 1680 SE 2008 vs Polar Kraft BASS AMERICA MV180 FF 2003 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 — 60 hp for the Polar Kraft 1680 SE 2008 and 75 hp for the Polar Kraft BASS AMERICA MV180 FF 2003. 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 Polar Kraft 1680 SE 2008 and Polar Kraft BASS AMERICA MV180 FF 2003 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
MakePolar Kraft
MakePolar Kraft
Model1680 SE
ModelBASS AMERICA MV180 FF
Model Year2008
Model Year2003
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches73
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail772 lbs
Weight - Detail814 lbs
Weight - kg350.17
Weight - kg369.22
Weight - lbs.772
Weight - lbs.814
Width [transom] - Detail54 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet16
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Meters4.93
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches194
Length overall - Inches216
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness.100 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max60 hp
Engine max75
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard4
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs
Maximum capacity1035 lbs
Maximum people4 / 600 lbs
Maximum people4