Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 or the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000?

For trailering, the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 has the edge at 13 lbs dry weight versus 134 lbs for the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 has a documented max rating of 9 hp. Engine specifications for the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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.

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

Both the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 share an 92 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 Hawk 160 WT 2004 or the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000?

The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000. That 21-gallon difference translates to roughly 63–105 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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 Hawk 160 WT 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000

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Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004

2004

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Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000

2000

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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 Hawk 160 WT 2004 carries a rated maximum of 9 hp. Engine data for the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 carries 24 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000. 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 Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 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

MakeFisher

ModelHawk 160 WT

ModelHawk 170 SC, FS

Model Year2004

Model Year2

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam92 in

Beam92.75"

Beam - Meters2.34

Beam - Meters2.36

Beam - Inches92

Beam - Inches92.75

Draft [drive up] - DetailN/A

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail1340 Lbs

Weight - Detail1300 lbs est

Weight - kg607.81

Weight - kg589.67

Weight - lbs.134

Weight - lbs.13

Height - DetailN/A

Height - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in

Length overall - Detail17' 8"

Length overall - Meters4.93

Length overall - Meters5.18

Length overall - Inches194

Length overall - Inches204

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull materialnot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 Gallons

Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gallons

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Engine max9

Engine maxnot available

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardMax. 15

Operational Info

Water capacityN/A

Water capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1300 Lbs

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people5 Persons

Maximum people6 persons

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailSee additional features above

Trailer - Detailnot available

Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 vs Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 or the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000?

For trailering, the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 has the edge at 13 lbs dry weight versus 134 lbs for the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004. 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 Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 has a documented max rating of 9 hp. Engine specifications for the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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 Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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.

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

Both the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 share an 92 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 Hawk 160 WT 2004 or the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000?

The Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000. That 21-gallon difference translates to roughly 63–105 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Fisher Hawk 160 WT 2004 and the Fisher Hawk 170 SC, FS 2000 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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