Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 vs Fisher 1600 2003 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 or the Fisher 1600 2003?

For trailering, the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 has the edge at 79 lbs dry weight versus 892 lbs for the Fisher 1600 2003. 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.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 is rated to a maximum of 60 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Fisher 1600 2003 tops out at 50 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher 1600 2003 is certified for 4. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and Fisher 1600 2003 share an 76 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 or the Fisher 1600 2003?

The Fisher 1600 2003 has the bigger tank at 12 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and Fisher 1600 2003 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and the Fisher 1600 2003 are built by Fisher. 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.

Boat Comparison

Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 vs Fisher 1600 2003

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Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007

2007

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Fisher 1600 2003

2003

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Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 vs Fisher 1600 2003 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 vs Fisher 1600 2003 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 — 60 hp for the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and 50 hp for the Fisher 1600 2003. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Fisher 1600 2003 carries 12 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007. 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 Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher 1600 2003 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher 1600 2003 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFisher

Model16 Avenger SC

Model16

Model Year2007

Model Year2003

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam76 in

Beam - Meters1.93

Beam - Inches76

Depth - Detail22 in

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Centimeters55.88

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Inches22

Depth - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail790 lbs

Weight - Detail892 lbs

Weight - kg358.34

Weight - kg404.6

Weight - lbs.79

Weight - lbs.892

Width [transom] - DetailBottom Width: 63 in

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Length - Feet16

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in

Length overall - Detail16 ft. 3.5 in

Length overall - Meters5.03

Length overall - Meters4.98

Length overall - Inches198

Length overall - Inches195.5

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detailn/a

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detailn/a

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull thickness0.09

Hull thicknessnot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail10 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Liters37.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal1

Fuel tank capacity - Gal12

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typenot available

Engine max60 hp

Engine max50 HP

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,185 lbs

Maximum capacity1085 lbs

Maximum people5

Maximum people4 person

Water capacitynot available

Water capacityn/a

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailFactory-matched custom

Trailer - DetailSee additional features above

Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 7 in

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 vs Fisher 1600 2003 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 or the Fisher 1600 2003?

For trailering, the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 has the edge at 79 lbs dry weight versus 892 lbs for the Fisher 1600 2003. 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.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 is rated to a maximum of 60 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Fisher 1600 2003 tops out at 50 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher 1600 2003 is certified for 4. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and Fisher 1600 2003 share an 76 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 or the Fisher 1600 2003?

The Fisher 1600 2003 has the bigger tank at 12 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and Fisher 1600 2003 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Fisher 16 Avenger SC 2007 and the Fisher 1600 2003 are built by Fisher. 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.

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