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Boston Whaler 16′7″ Classic
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1970s – 1990s

Boston Whaler 16′7″ Classic

The 16-foot heritage hull — a foot longer than a 15, a foot shorter than a 17.

Notable lengths: 16′7″ Classic Whaler

The 16′7″ Boston Whaler hull is one of the most underrated corners of the brand's history. A foot longer than a 15 and a foot shorter than a 17, the 16 is a forgiving, dry, and surprisingly capable boat that wore a long list of trim names over the years.

Same proven foam-cored hull, same unsinkable promise — just sized exactly between the two more famous lengths. Layouts ranged from full bow rails and twin consoles to simple working setups, all on the same well-loved bottom.

Because they fly under the radar of more famous Whalers, well-kept 16-footers often represent the best value-per-dollar in the entire used Whaler market.

Heritage Gallery

The 16′7″ Classic through the years

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