Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 vs Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 and the Hewescraft Sportsman 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?
Bottom line: The Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 at 16,0 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
ModelPacific Series
ModelSportsman
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches85
DeadriseForward: 35° Amidships: 21° Aft: 13.5°
DeadriseForward: 22° Amidships: 11° Aft: 10°
Depth - Detail30 in
Depth - Detail27 in
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inches27
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 84 in
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 66 in
Height - DetailSide: 35 in
Height - DetailSide: 29 in
Height - Meters0.89
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Inches35
Height - Inches29
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet16
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 vs Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 — Common Questions
Which is the larger boat — the Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 or the Hewescraft Sportsman 2009?
The Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 85" for the Hewescraft Sportsman 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 and Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Hewescraft Pacific Series 2009 and the Hewescraft Sportsman 2009 are built by Hewescraft. 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.