Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft 1542 2010 vs Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Alumacraft 1542 2010 against a tunnel Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 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 1542 2010 at 15,0 ft versus Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 at 17,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 tips the scales at 905 lbs — 884 lbs less than the Alumacraft 1542 2010 at 21 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft 1542 2010 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 2010 and Alumacraft VB 1756 AW Tunnel SC 2013 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
Model1542
ModelVB 1756 AW Tunnel SC
Model Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam62 in. (1.58 m)
Beam83 in
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Meters2.11
Beam - Inches62
Beam - Inches83
Weight - Detail210 lbs. (95.25 kg)
Weight - Detail905 lbs
Weight - kg95.25
Weight - kg410.5
Weight - lbs.21
Weight - lbs.905
Width [transom] - Detail42 in. (1.07 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail20 in. (.51 m)
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Meters0.51
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Inches2
Height - Inches24
Height [transom]15 in. (.38 m)
Height [transom]21 in
Length - Meters4.58
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet15
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail15 ft. (4.58 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches18
Length overall - Inches204
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.063 in. (1.6 mm)
Hull thickness0.102 in
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp (19 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Engine maxnot available
Engine max75 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity775 lbs. (352 kg)
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4