Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft 171 Bass 2013 vs Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Smoker Craft 171 Bass 2013 and the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 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 171 Bass 2013 carries a rated maximum of 75 hp. Engine data for the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 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 171 Bass 2013 and Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 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
Model171 Bass
ModelJon Boat 1648
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Inches81
Beam - Inches72
Depth - Detail18 in
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimeters45.72
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches18
Depth - Inches22
Weight - Detail925 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg419.57
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.925
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail81 in
Width [transom] - Detail71 in
Length - Feet17.83
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Meters5.44
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches214
Length overall - Inches192
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]LS/SS
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.080 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Engine modelF40LA
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max75 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,225 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum peoplenot available