Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Dominator 175 CS 2010 vs Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Dominator 175 CS 2010 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 Dominator 175 CS 2010 at 17,8 ft versus Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2008 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Dominator 175 CS 2010 tips the scales at 139 lbs — 133 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 Dominator 175 CS 2010 carries a rated maximum of 150 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 Dominator 175 CS 2010 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
ModelDominator 175 CS
ModelFisherman 160 Tiller
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam94 in. (2.39 m)
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches73
Depth - DetailMaximum: 43 in. (1.09 m) To Floor: 23 in. (0.58 m)
Depth - DetailMaximum: 32 in (0.82 m) To Floor: 20 in. (0.51 m)
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches43
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail1,390 lbs. (630 kg)
Weight - Detail600 lbs. (272 kg)
Weight - kg630.49
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - lbs.139
Weight - lbs.6
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.38 m)
Width [transom] - Detail67 in (1.7 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.63 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Meters5.41
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Feet17.75
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 9 in. (5.41 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.41
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches213
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 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 - Detail38 gal. (144 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp (112 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard25 hp (18 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,245 lbs. (564 kg)
Maximum capacity700 lbs. (318 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5