Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Alaskan Deluxe 15 DLX 2008 vs Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 14 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Alaskan Deluxe 15 DLX 2008 vs Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 14 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 35 hp for the Smoker Craft Alaskan Deluxe 15 DLX 2008 and 35 hp for the Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 14 2004. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 4 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Smoker Craft Alaskan Deluxe 15 DLX 2008 and Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 14 2004 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelAlaskan Deluxe 15 DLX
ModelBig Fisherman 14
Model Year2008
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail270 lbs
Weight - Detail285 lbs
Weight - kg122.47
Weight - kg129.27
Weight - lbs.27
Weight - lbs.285
Width [transom] - Detail59 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail27 in
Height - Detail30 in
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Inches27
Height - Inches3
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]LS/SS
Length - Feet14
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters4.55
Length overall - Meters4.32
Length overall - Inches179
Length overall - Inches17
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.064 Side Gauge: 0.060 Rib Gauge: 0.064
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max35 hp
Engine max35
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Operational Info
Maximum capacity850 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum people4 Persons