Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 at 16,0 ft versus Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 at 16,0 ft. At 115 lbs and 54 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft Infinity M-816 F 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft Pro Mag 168 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelInfinity M-816 F
ModelPro Mag 168
Model Year2005
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches68
Weight - Detail1,150 lbs
Weight - Detail540 lbs
Weight - kg521.63
Weight - kg244.94
Weight - lbs.115
Weight - lbs.54
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Meters4.95
Length overall - Meters5.13
Length overall - Inches195
Length overall - Inches202
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail22 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches22
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail69 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail33 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.84
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches33
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]LS
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard40 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs
Maximum people8
Maximum people5
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.064 Side Gauge: 0.060 Rib Gauge: 0.064