Matching a deep vee Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 against a tunnel Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 measures 17,8 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 15,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 at 2,0 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 tips the scales at 1 482 lbs — 347 lbs more than the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 at 1 135 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 and 130 hp for the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 carries 35 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 comes in at 9 lbs per hp versus 10 lbs per hp for the Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: The Alumacraft Dominator 175 Sport 2012 at 17,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Alumacraft MV 2072 AW Tunnel CC 2013 at 2,0 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.