The Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 vs Fisher Liberty 240 2004 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Fisher Liberty 240 2004 measures 24,0 feet overall (2004), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher Liberty 240 2004 tips the scales at 194 lbs — 180 lbs less than the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 at 14 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 Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Fisher Liberty 240 2004 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Fisher Liberty 240 2004 carries 19 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008. 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 Liberty 240 2004 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Fisher Liberty 240 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Fisher Liberty 240 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Fisher Hawk 170 WT 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.