When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 2008 and the Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2011 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 Camp 161 2011 tops out at 40 hp. Engine specs for the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 2008 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 Camp 161 2011 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Smoker Craft Pro Camp 161 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Smoker Craft Jon Boat 1648 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.