Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Smoker Craft Modified V Split Seat 1750 2004 vs Smoker Craft Super Fisherman 157 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Smoker Craft Modified V Split Seat 1750 2004 vs Smoker Craft Super Fisherman 157 2006 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 — 45 hp for the Smoker Craft Modified V Split Seat 1750 2004 and 25 hp for the Smoker Craft Super Fisherman 157 2006. 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Smoker Craft Modified V Split Seat 1750 2004 and its 45-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Smoker Craft Super Fisherman 157 2006 with its 25-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeSmoker Craft
MakeSmoker Craft
ModelModified V Split Seat 175
ModelSuper Fisherman 157
Model Year2004
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.88
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Inches74
Beam - Inches72
Weight - Detail365 lbs
Weight - Detail290 lbs
Weight - kg165.56
Weight - kg131.54
Weight - lbs.365
Weight - lbs.29
Height - Detail22 in
Height - Detail32 in
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.81
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches32
Height [transom]LS
Height [transom]LS
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters4.7
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches185
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail32 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches32
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail61 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet15
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom Gauge: .070 Side Gauge: .060 Rib Gauge: .064
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max45
Engine max25 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people4 Persons
Maximum people4
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs