Smoker Craft 1232 2005 boat specs
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Smoker Craft 1232 2005
2005
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Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 boat specs
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Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004
2004
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Smoker Craft 1232 2005 vs Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Smoker Craft 1232 2005 vs Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 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 — 6 hp for the Smoker Craft 1232 2005 and 2 hp for the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004. 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Smoker Craft 1232 2005 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft 1232 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
Model1232
Model2080 OB
Model Year2005
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam51 in
Beam102 in
Beam - Meters1.3
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches51
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail16 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters40.64
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches16
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail120 lbs
Weight - Detail2525 lbs
Weight - kg54.43
Weight - kg1145.32
Weight - lbs.12
Weight - lbs.2525
Width [transom] - Detail50 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail16 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.41
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches16
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]SS
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet12
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail12 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters3.66
Length overall - Meters6.3
Length overall - Inches144
Length overall - Inches248
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17℃
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail14 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches14
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.050 Side Gauge: 0.05
Hull thicknessnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max6 hp
Engine max2
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Operational Info
Maximum capacity390 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people2
Maximum people11 Persons

Smoker Craft 1232 2005 vs Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Smoker Craft 1232 2005 or the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004?
For trailering, the Smoker Craft 1232 2005 has the edge at 12 lbs dry weight versus 2 525 lbs for the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Smoker Craft 1232 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 2 passengers, while the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 is certified for 11. 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 Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 measures 102" wide, compared to 51" for the Smoker Craft 1232 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 Smoker Craft 1232 2005 and Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Smoker Craft 1232 2005 and the Smoker Craft 2080 OB 2004 are built by Smoker Craft. 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.