Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1542 2008 vs Alumacraft T14V 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft 1542 2008 vs Alumacraft T14V 2004 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 Alumacraft T14V 2004 tops out at 15 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1542 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 1542 2008 and Alumacraft T14V 2004 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
Model Year2008
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Meters1.55
Beam - Inches62
Beam - Inches61
Weight - Detail210 lbs
Weight - Detail180 lbs
Weight - kg95.25
Weight - kg81.65
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.18
Width [transom] - Detail42 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail20 in
Height - Detail26 in
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Inches2
Height - Inches26
Height [transom]15 in
Height [transom]16 in
Length - Feet15
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Meters4.29
Length overall - Inches18
Length overall - Inches169
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - DetailN/A
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.063 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeFlat
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailN/A
Engine maxnot available
Engine max15 HP
Operational Info
Maximum capacity775 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 persons
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityN/A
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailN/A