Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft 1648 2012 vs Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1432 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Smoker Craft 1648 2012 and the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1432 2008 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Smoker Craft 1648 2012 carries a rated maximum of 35 hp. Engine data for the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1432 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 1648 2012 and Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1432 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
Model1648
ModelJon Boat 1432
Model Year2012
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Meters1.3
Beam - Inches72
Beam - Inches51
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Detail16 in
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Centimeters40.64
Depth - Inches22
Depth - Inches16
Weight - Detail295 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg133.81
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.295
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail71 in
Width [transom] - Detail50 in
Height [transom]LS / SS
Height [transom]SS
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches168
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail16 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.41
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches16
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom, Side, & Rib Gauges: 0.072 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max35 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity900 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum peoplenot available