Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 16 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 162 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 16 2004 vs Smoker Craft Pro Mag 162 2008 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.
The Smoker Craft Big Fisherman 16 2004 carries a rated maximum of 4 hp. Engine data for the Smoker Craft Pro Mag 162 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Big Fisherman 16 2004 and Smoker Craft Pro Mag 162 2008 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
ModelBig Fisherman 16
ModelPro Mag 162
Model Year2004
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Inches7
Beam - Inches86
Weight - Detail420 lbs
Weight - Detail960 lbs
Weight - kg190.51
Weight - kg435.45
Weight - lbs.42
Weight - lbs.96
Height - Detail31 in
Height - Detail34 in
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inches31
Height - Inches34
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]LS
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Inches197
Length overall - Inches197
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches23
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail74 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Engine max4
Engine maxnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum people5 Persons
Maximum people5
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: 0.080 Side Gauge: 0.076 Rib Gauge: 0.08
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee