Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 2011 vs Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 2011 against a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 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 Classic 165 CS 2011 at 16,3 ft versus Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Classic 165 CS 2011 tips the scales at 895 lbs — 889 lbs more than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 at 6 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 Classic 165 CS 2011 carries a rated maximum of 75 hp. Engine data for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Classic 165 CS 2011 and Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 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
ModelClassic 165 CS
ModelFisherman 160 Tiller
Model Year2011
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam82 in. (2.1 m)
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches73
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.89 m) To Floor: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - DetailMaximum: 32 in (0.82 m) To Floor: 20 in. (0.51 m)
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail895 lbs. (406 kg)
Weight - Detail600 lbs. (272 kg)
Weight - kg405.96
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - lbs.895
Weight - lbs.6
Width [transom] - Detail82 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail67 in (1.7 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Feet16.33
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (5.0 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches196
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides: 0.065 in. (1.65 mm)
Hull thicknessFull Vee Hull: Bottom-0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides-0.065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeOther
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max75 hp (56 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard25 hp (18 kW)
Operational Info
StorageBow Livewell: 34 gal. (128.7 l)
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,280 lbs. (580 kg)
Maximum capacity700 lbs. (318 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5