Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fisher FX DV 18 2000 vs Fisher Marsh Hunter 1648 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Fisher FX DV 18 2000 vs Fisher Marsh Hunter 1648 2009 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.
The Fisher Marsh Hunter 1648 2009 tops out at 30 hp. Engine specs for the Fisher FX DV 18 2000 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Fisher FX DV 18 2000 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher Marsh Hunter 1648 2009 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher FX DV 18 2000 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fisher FX DV 18 2000 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher Marsh Hunter 1648 2009 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
ModelFX DV 18
ModelMarsh Hunter 1648
Model Year2
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters1.6
Beam - Inches93.75
Beam - Inches63
Length overall - Detail18' 6"
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches192
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail550 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg249.48
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.55
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom Width: 48 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]16 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMax. 2
Engine/s standard23 HP Sport Short
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max30 hp
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.12 in. H116 marine alloy
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity900 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people4 / 475 lbs