Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1442 LW 2004 vs Alumacraft Fisherman 145 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 1442 LW 2004 vs Alumacraft Fisherman 145 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 25 hp for the Alumacraft 1442 LW 2004 and 35 hp for the Alumacraft Fisherman 145 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Alumacraft 1442 LW 2004 and Alumacraft Fisherman 145 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
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
Model1442 LW
ModelFisherman 145
Model Year2004
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam62 in
Beam70 in. (1.78 m)
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches62
Beam - Inches7
Weight - Detail200 lbs
Weight - Detail460 lbs. (208 kg)
Weight - kg90.72
Weight - kg208.65
Weight - lbs.2
Weight - lbs.46
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches2
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft.6 in. (4.42 m)
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Meters4.42
Length overall - Inches168
Length overall - Inches174
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailMaximum: 37 in. (.94 m) To Floor: 23 in. (.58 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters93.98
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches37
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail63 in. (1.60 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.42
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet14
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: .065 in. (1.7 mm) Sides: .065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max25 hp w/Tiller Steering
Engine max35 hp (26 kw)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum people4 persons
Maximum people4
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity865 lbs. (392 kg)