Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 vs Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 against a deep vee Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport 2011 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 Tiller 2009 at 16,0 ft versus Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport 2011 at 16,7 ft. At 6 lbs and 105 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport 2011 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Tiller 2009 and Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport 2011 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 Tiller
ModelNavigator 165 Sport
Model Year2009
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam91 in. (2.31 m)
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches91
Depth - DetailMaximum: 32 in (0.82 m) To Floor: 20 in. (0.51 m)
Depth - Detail42 in. (1.06 m) To Floor: 23 in. (0.58 m)
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimeters106.68
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inches42
Weight - Detail600 lbs. (272 kg)
Weight - Detail1,050 lbs. (476 kg)
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - kg476.27
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.105
Width [transom] - Detail67 in (1.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16.67
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in. (5.08 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches2
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 and Sides: 0.080 in. (2 mm)
Hull typeOther
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp (18 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (76 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,118 lbs. (507 kg)
Maximum capacity1,340 lbs. (608 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5
Storagenot available
StorageBow Livewell: 34 gal. (128.7 l)