Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 boat specs
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Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004
2004
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Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 boat specs
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Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007
2007
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Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 has a 122-hp advantage over the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004's 28-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 carries 51 gallons versus 31 gallons in the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
Model2040 OB
ModelPro Mag 182
Model Year2004
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise13℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [max] - Detail14 in
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.36
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches14
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2410 lbs
Weight - Detail1,425 lbs
Weight - kg1093.16
Weight - kg646.37
Weight - lbs.241
Weight - lbs.1425
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters5.54
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches218
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches27
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail96 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail38 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.97
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches38
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]XLS
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Engine max28
Engine max150 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum people12 Persons
Maximum people7
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,425 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.125 Side Gauge: 0.086 Rib Gauge: 0.125
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee

Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 or the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007?
For trailering, the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 has the edge at 241 lbs dry weight versus 1 425 lbs for the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 tops out at 28 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 is certified for 7. 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 2040 OB 2004 measures 102" wide, compared to 96" for the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007. 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 or the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007?
The Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 has the bigger tank at 51 gallons, versus 31 gallons on the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007. That 20-gallon difference translates to roughly 60–100 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 and Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Smoker Craft 2040 OB 2004 and the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2007 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.