Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 boat specs
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Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009
2009
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Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 boat specs
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Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012
2012
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Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 vs Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 against a deep vee Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 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 — Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 at 18,0 ft versus Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 at 16,7 ft. At 81 lbs and 106 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 Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 carries 17 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 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 Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 16,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crestliner Canadian Series 18 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
MakeCrestliner
MakeCrestliner
ModelCanadian Series 18 Tiller
ModelFish Hawk 1650 WT
Model Year2009
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam79 in. (200 cm)
Beam85.75 in. (218 cm)
Beam - Meters2.01
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Inches79
Beam - Inches85.75
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise12°
Depth - Detail21 in. (53 cm) max cockpit depth
Depth - DetailMaximum: 38 in. (96.5 cm) Cockpit: 24 in. (61 cm)
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimeters96.52
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inches38
Weight - Detail810 lbs. (367 kg)
Weight - Detail1,060 lbs. (481 kg)
Weight - kg367.41
Weight - kg480.81
Weight - lbs.81
Weight - lbs.106
Width [transom] - Detail79 in. (200 cm)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches32
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length - Meters5.5
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet16.67
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in. (5.1 m)
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. Sides: 0.080 in. Transom: 0.125 in
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.09 in. Sides: 0.08 in. Transom: 0.125 in
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail17 gal. (64 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (76 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters64.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal17
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxN/A
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs. (453 kg)
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailShoreLand'r painted bunk trailer, black
Trailer - Detailnot available

Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 vs Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 or the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012?
The Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 comes in at 16,7 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 or the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012?
For trailering, the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 has the edge at 81 lbs dry weight versus 106 lbs for the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012. 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 Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 has a documented max rating of 90 hp. Engine specifications for the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 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 Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 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 Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 measures 86" wide, compared to 79" for the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 or the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012?
The Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 has the bigger tank at 17 gallons, versus 2 gallons on the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012. That 15-gallon difference translates to roughly 45–75 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 and Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Crestliner Canadian Series 18 Tiller 2009 and the Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 WT 2012 are built by Crestliner. 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.