Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 vs Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 and the Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 carries 52 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 is rated for up to 7 people. Passenger data for the Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Hewescraft 180 SR ET 2013 at 20,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeHewescraft
MakeHewescraft
Model180 SR ET
ModelOpen Fisherman
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches85
DeadriseForward: 34° Amidships: 18° Aft: 13°
DeadriseForward: 22° Amidships: 11° Aft: 10°
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches27
Depth - Inches27
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.18
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail92.75 in
Width [transom] - Detail20.5 in. Bottom: 66 in
Height - DetailSide: 32 in
Height - DetailSide: 29 in
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Inches32
Height - Inches29
Height [transom]25.5 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet20.25
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches241
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.19 in. Side: 0.125 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,077 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people7 / 1,155 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available