Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2010 vs Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a other Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2010 against a modified vee Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2006 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 2010 at 16,3 ft versus Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2006 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2006 tips the scales at 485 lbs — 479 lbs less than the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2010 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 MV 1650 AW 2006 tops out at 40 hp. Engine specs for the Alumacraft Fisherman 160 Tiller 2010 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 2010 and Alumacraft MV 1650 AW 2006 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
ModelMV 1650 AW
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.85 m)
Beam74 in
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches74
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 - Detail485 lbs
Weight - kg272.16
Weight - kg219.99
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.485
Width [transom] - Detail67 in (1.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detail50 in
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]21 in
Length - Meters4.95
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet16.25
Length - Feet16
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches22
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches192
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.080 in. (2 mm) Sides: 0.065 in. (1.7 mm)
Hull thickness.102 in
Hull typeOther
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp (18 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max40 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,118 lbs. (507 kg)
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs
Maximum people5
Maximum people5