Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 F Sundeck 2005 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 161 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 F Sundeck 2005 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 161 2006 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-818 F Sundeck 2005 at 18,0 ft versus Smoker Craft Pro Mag 161 2006 at 16,0 ft. At 134 lbs and 92 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 161 2006 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 F Sundeck 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 Pro Mag 161 2006 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 F Sundeck 2005 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 161 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 161 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft Infinity M-818 F Sundeck 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelInfinity M-818 F Sundeck
ModelPro Mag 161
Model Year2005
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches84
Weight - Detail1,340 lbs
Weight - Detail920 lbs
Weight - kg607.81
Weight - kg417.3
Weight - lbs.134
Weight - lbs.92
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches5
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 50 in
Length overall - Meters5.56
Length overall - Meters6.15
Length overall - Inches219
Length overall - Inches242
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches23
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail74 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
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard50 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,750 lbs
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum people1
Maximum people5
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: .080 Side Gauge: .070 Rib Gauge: .08