Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 vs Hewescraft Pacific Explorer with Extended Transom 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 is a modified-V design and the Hewescraft Pacific Explorer with Extended Transom 2012 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
The Hewescraft Pacific Explorer with Extended Transom 2012 tops out at 400 hp. Engine specs for the Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Hewescraft Pacific Explorer with Extended Transom 2012 carries 127 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.
Bottom line: The Hewescraft Pacific Explorer with Extended Transom 2012 at 26,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hewescraft Open Fisherman 2009 at 20,0 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
ModelOpen Fisherman
ModelPacific Explorer with Extended Transom
Model Year2009
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches85
Beam - Inches102
DeadriseForward: 22° Amidships: 11° Aft: 10°
DeadriseForward: 42° Amidships: 25° Aft: 15°
Depth - Detail27 in.
Depth - Detail28 in.
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inches27
Depth - Inches28
Width [transom] - Detail20.5 in. Bottom: 66 in.
Width [transom] - Detail97.5 in.
Height - DetailSide: 29 in.
Height - DetailSide: 36 in.
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Meters0.91
Height - Inches29
Height - Inches36
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet26.42
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail4,600 lbs.
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.4600
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]19.5 in.
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 5 in.
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.05
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches317
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.25 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail127 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters480.75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel tank capacity - Gal127
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max400 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,851 lbs.
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people11 / 1,575 lbs.