How Much Does a 16 to 18 ft Aluminum Fishing Boat Weigh?
Ready to tow, a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat usually weighs 2,300 to 3,600 lbs, including the trailer.
Tracker's published average package weight (boat, motor, and trailer, about 2,235 to 2,985 lbs) plus 130 to 155 lbs for a full 21.5 to 25.5 gal tank and 150 to 350 lbs of batteries, trolling motor, tackle, and gear; Tracker doesn't say whether batteries are in the package figure, so they're counted as gear.
Tongue weight: about 145 to 290 lbs. Hitch: standard bumper-pull (receiver hitch).
Real examples
| Example | Published weight | What that weight includes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW (17 ft 7 in) | 2,235 lbs | dry boat + motor + trailer (average package weight) |
| 2020 Tracker Pro Guide V-175 Combo (17 ft 7 in, 90 hp) | 2,985 lbs | dry boat + motor + trailer (average package weight) |
Published weights are usually dry, before fuel, water, batteries, and gear. Weigh your rig at a truck stop scale to know for sure.
Can your vehicle tow a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat?
Which vehicles can tow a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat?
16 of 16 vehicles we cover can tow a typical 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat at 2,900 lbs, using each one's best-case current rating.
| Vehicle | Max towing | Can it tow it? |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford F-150 | 13,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 13,300 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota Tundra | 12,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ram 1500 | 11,610 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe | 8,400 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | 7,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma | 6,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 6,200 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | 6,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2025 Kia Telluride | 5,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | 5,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | 5,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Hyundai Palisade | 5,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota Highlander | 5,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ford Bronco | 4,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Subaru Outback | 3,500 lbs | Close to limit |
Common questions
How much does a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat weigh?
Loaded and on its trailer, a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat typically weighs 2,300 to 3,600 lbs. Tracker's published average package weight (boat, motor, and trailer, about 2,235 to 2,985 lbs) plus 130 to 155 lbs for a full 21.5 to 25.5 gal tank and 150 to 350 lbs of batteries, trolling motor, tackle, and gear; Tracker doesn't say whether batteries are in the package figure, so they're counted as gear.
What's the tongue weight of a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat?
Plan on 5% to 10% of the loaded weight, about 145 to 290 lbs at a typical 2,900 lbs.
What size vehicle do I need to tow a 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat?
Look for a towing rating of at least 4,500 lbs so a heavier 16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat still sits under 80% of the rating.
Sources
- Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW specifications (Tracker Boats)
- 2020 Tracker Pro Guide V-175 Combo specifications (Tracker Boats)
- Trailer Weight Distribution (tongue weight 5% to 10%) (MasterCraft)