Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2013 vs Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2013 vs Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2004 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 40 hp for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 CS 2013 and 30 hp for the Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2004. 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.
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 Fisherman 160 CS 2013 and Alumacraft MV 1450 AW 2004 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
ModelFisherman 160 CS
ModelMV 1450 AW
Model Year2013
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam74 in
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches74
Depth - Detail32 - 20 in. (0.81 - 0.51 m) max to floor
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail622 lbs. (282 kg)
Weight - Detail380 lbs
Weight - kg282.13
Weight - kg172.36
Weight - lbs.622
Weight - lbs.38
Width [transom] - Detail67 in. (1.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet16.3
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 3 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft
Length overall - Meters4.95
Length overall - Meters4.27
Length overall - Inches195
Length overall - Inches168
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.070 in. (1.78 mm) bottom 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) side
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max40 hp (30 kW)
Engine max30 hp w/Tiller Steering; 40 hp w/Console Steering
Operational Info
StorageBow Livewell: 13 gal. (49 l)
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,118 lbs. (507 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people5
Maximum people5 persons