Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 2008 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 2008 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 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.
The Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 2008 carries a rated maximum of 135 hp. Engine data for the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2006 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2006 carries 31 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Smoker Craft Pro Angler 172 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 Pro Angler 172 2008 and Smoker Craft Pro Mag 182 2006 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.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelPro Angler 172
ModelPro Mag 182
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches96
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches27
Weight - Detail1,225 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg555.65
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1225
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail91 in
Width [transom] - Detail96 in
Height - Detail34 in
Height - Detail38 in
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Meters0.97
Height - Inches34
Height - Inches38
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]XLS
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet18
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Meters5.54
Length overall - Inches2
Length overall - Inches218
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.100 Side Gauge: 0.076 Rib Gauge: 0.1
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: .125 Side Gauge: .086 Rib Gauge: .125
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max135 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people5
Maximum peoplenot available