ProCraft 165 Pro  2004 boat specs
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ProCraft 165 Pro 2004
2004
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ProCraft Pro 165 2007 boat specs
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ProCraft Pro 165 2007
2007
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ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 vs ProCraft Pro 165 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 vs ProCraft Pro 165 2007 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 — 90 hp for the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 and 90 hp for the ProCraft Pro 165 2007. 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 carry nearly identical fuel loads — 18 gal and 18 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ProCraft Pro 165 2007 is rated for 4 passengers, while the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ProCraft Pro 165 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the ProCraft Pro 165 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 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
MakeProCraft
MakeProCraft
Model165 Pro
ModelPro 165
Model Year2004
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam82 in
Beam82 in
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches82
Draft [drive up] - Detailn/a
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Weight - Detailn/a
Weight - Detail1,145 lbs
Height - Detailn/a
Height - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters4.93
Length overall - Meters4.93
Length overall - Inches194
Length overall - Inches194
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg519.36
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1145
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Engine max90 hp
Engine max90 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMotorGuide? 12V, 46 lbs. thrust, 42 in. shaft, foot control trolling motor
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Water capacityn/a
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacity945 lbs
Maximum capacity945 lbs
Maximum people3 persons
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailCustom factory matched trailer
Trailer - DetailCustom, factory-matched
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 10 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width93 in

ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 vs ProCraft Pro 165 2007 — Common Questions

How many people can each boat hold?
The ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the ProCraft Pro 165 2007 is certified for 4. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 and ProCraft Pro 165 2007 share an 82 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
How do the fuel tanks compare on the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 and ProCraft Pro 165 2007?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 18 gallons and 18 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 and ProCraft Pro 165 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the ProCraft 165 Pro 2004 and the ProCraft Pro 165 2007 are built by ProCraft. 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.