Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 against a tunnel Alumacraft MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 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 Fisherman 160 CS 2008 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 2013 at 15,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 tips the scales at 622 lbs — 297 lbs more than the Alumacraft MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 2013 at 325 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 MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 2013 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 2013 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft MV 1546 AW DD Tunnel 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.