Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1436 2009 vs Smoker Craft Pro Bass 171 2009 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1436 2009 and the Smoker Craft Pro Bass 171 2009 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 Pro Bass 171 2009 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1436 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Pro Bass 171 2009 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1436 2009 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelJon Boat 1436
ModelPro Bass 171
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.45
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Inches57
Beam - Inches81
Depth - Detail18 in
Depth - Detail18 in
Depth - Centimeters45.72
Depth - Centimeters45.72
Depth - Inches18
Depth - Inches18
Width [transom] - Detail56 in
Width [transom] - Detail85 in
Height - Detail18 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.46
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches18
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]SS
Height [transom]LS
Length - Feet14
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Meters5.44
Length overall - Inches168
Length overall - Inches214
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,075 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg487.61
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1075
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.100 Side Gauge: 0.1
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,225 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people4