Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft 15 Alaskan SS 2005 vs Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1644 MV 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft 15 Alaskan SS 2005 vs Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1644 MV 2008 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.
The Smoker Craft 15 Alaskan SS 2005 carries a rated maximum of 35 hp. Engine data for the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1644 MV 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
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 Smoker Craft 15 Alaskan SS 2005 and Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1644 MV 2008 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
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
Model15 Alaskan SS
ModelJon Boat 1644 MV
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters1.6
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches63
Weight - Detail270 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg122.47
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.27
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail59 in
Width [transom] - Detail68 in
Height - Detail27 in
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inches27
Height - Inches22
Height [transom]LS/SS
Height [transom]LS
Length - Feet14
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Meters4.52
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches178
Length overall - Inches192
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches22
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max35 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity850 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum peoplenot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee