Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Adventurer 188 Pro DC 2021 vs Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Adventurer 188 Pro DC 2021 vs Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 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 Pro Angler 172 2008 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Adventurer 188 Pro DC 2021 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Adventurer 188 Pro DC 2021 and Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail18.00 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches2
Beamnot available
Beam92 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches92
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches24
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,225 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg555.65
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1225
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail91 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail34 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches34
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]LS
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeOther
Fuel typeGas
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeSmoker Craft
Modelnot available
ModelPro Angler 172
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2008
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.100 Side Gauge: 0.076 Rib Gauge: 0.1
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee