Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1442 LW 2008 vs Alumacraft Pro 175 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Alumacraft 1442 LW 2008 against a modified vee Alumacraft Pro 175 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Alumacraft 1442 LW 2008 at 14,0 ft versus Alumacraft Pro 175 2009 at 17,0 ft. At 21 lbs and 12 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Alumacraft Pro 175 2009 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1442 LW 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Pro 175 2009 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alumacraft 1442 LW 2008 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam62 in
Beam88 in. (2.2 m) Bottom: 56 in. (1.42 m)
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches62
Beam - Inches88
Weight - Detail210 lbs
Weight - Detail1,200 lbs. (544 kg)
Weight - kg95.25
Weight - kg544.31
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.12
Width [transom] - Detail42 in
Width [transom] - Detail88 in. (2.2 m)
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches2
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]22 in. (0.56 m)
Length - Feet14
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in. (5.31 m)
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Inches168
Length overall - Inches209
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail23 in. (0.58 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches23
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.31
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.063 in
Hull thickness0.102 in. (2.6 mm)
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail16 gal. (68 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters60.57
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity770 lbs
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs. (544 kg)
Maximum people4
Maximum people4