Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005
2005
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Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009
2009
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Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 vs Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 vs Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 has a 90-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005's 60-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

The Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 wasn't available.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 with its 60-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelD Star 160 DLX DC
ModelLimited Series
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam83 in. (210 cm)
Beam102 in
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches83
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise12℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail23 in. (58 cm)
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inches27
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in. (31 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches21
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail835 lbs. (378.8 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg378.75
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.835
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail80 in. (203 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 64 in. (163 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail20 in
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]0.08 in
Length - Meters4.9
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 1 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters4.9
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches193
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialWood
Hull thickness.080 in. (.203 cm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable Fuel Tank; Included With Mercury Engine
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max60 hp (45 kw)
Engine max150 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612.4 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people6
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTowing Wt. W/115 4s Merc: 1,713 lbs. (770.0 kg)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 6 in. (6.3 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available

Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 vs Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 tops out at 60 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many passengers can the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 carry?
The Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 has an official capacity rating of 6 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 83" for the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 and Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Starcraft Marine D Star 160 DLX DC 2005 and the Starcraft Marine Limited Series 2009 are built by Starcraft Marine. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.