Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 boat specs
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Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008
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Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 boat specs
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Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008
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Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 vs Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 against a deep vee Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 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 Fisherman 160 CS 2008 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 tips the scales at 1 735 lbs — 1 113 lbs less than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 at 622 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 Tournament Sport 195 2008 tops out at 200 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 Tournament Sport 195 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeAlumacraft
MakeAlumacraft
ModelFisherman 160 CS
ModelTournament Sport 195
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam97 in. (2.46 m)
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches97
Depth - DetailMaximum: 32 in. (0.82 m) To Floor: 20 in. (0.51 m)
Depth - DetailMaximum: 43 in. (1.1 m) To Floor: 22 in. (0.56 m)
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches43
Weight - Detail622 lbs. (282 kg)
Weight - Detail1,735 lbs. (787 kg)
Weight - kg282.13
Weight - kg786.98
Weight - lbs.622
Weight - lbs.1735
Width [transom] - Detail67 in. (1.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.4 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.63 m)
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Meters5.86
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 3 in. (4.95 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 3 in. (5.86 m)
Length overall - Meters4.95
Length overall - Meters5.87
Length overall - Inches195
Length overall - Inches231
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessFull Vee Hull: Bottom-0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides-0.065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 in. (2.5 mm)
Hull typeOther
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard40 hp (30 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal. (144 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200 hp (148 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity700 lbs. (318 kg)
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people6

Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 vs Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 or the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008?
The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 or the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008?
For trailering, the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 has the edge at 622 lbs dry weight versus 1 735 lbs for the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 has a documented max rating of 200 hp. Engine specifications for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 measures 97" wide, compared to 73" for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 and Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2008 and the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 2008 are built by Alumacraft. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.