Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 boat specs
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Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009
2009
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Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 boat specs
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Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011
2011
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Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 vs Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 against a deep vee Alumacraft Trophy 175 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 Trophy 175 2011 at 17,7 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 tips the scales at 155 lbs — 149 lbs less than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 at 6 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 Trophy 175 2011 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 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 Trophy 175 2011 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 17,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 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 Tiller
ModelTrophy 175
Model Year2009
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam94 in. (2.4 m)
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches94
Depth - DetailMaximum: 32 in (0.82 m) To Floor: 20 in. (0.51 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail600 lbs. (272 kg)
Weight - Detail1,550 lbs. (703 kg)
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - kg703.07
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.155
Width [transom] - Detail67 in (1.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.4 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet17.67
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail43 in. (1.1 m) To Floor: 25 in. (0.64 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.09
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches43
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 8 in. (5.3 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.38
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches212
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
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 max150 hp (112 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,118 lbs. (507 kg)
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs. (725 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people7
Storagenot available
StorageBow Livewell: 22 gal. (83.3 l) Aft Livewell: 21 gal. (71 l)

Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 vs Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 or the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011?
The Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 is the longer of the two at 17,7 feet overall. The Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 1,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 or the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011?
For trailering, the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 has the edge at 6 lbs dry weight versus 155 lbs for the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011. 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 Trophy 175 2011 has a documented max rating of 150 hp. Engine specifications for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 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 Tiller 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 is certified for 7. 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 Trophy 175 2011 measures 94" wide, compared to 73" for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009. 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 Tiller 2009 and Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2009 and the Alumacraft Trophy 175 2011 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.