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When maneuvering hazard-filled waters, it’s essential to have the best view. That’s why we made the 1660 Retriever FCC. This 16’ forward center console boat gives you a wider view, a smaller draft, and the space to pursue your passion on the water. The ultra-durable, zero-wood construction and all-welded aluminum hull makes this boat one of the best small tunnel hull jet boats to navigate shallow waters.
* Includes Boat, Mercury Jet 40 HP EFI 4-Stroke, Karavan Trailer
** Based on $1,500 Down, 6.25% APR for 12 Years.
Onboard you’ll find purposeful features to enhance your time on the water like the 13-gallon aerated livewell, ample storage, and a tunnel hull for a more powerful jet engine performance - all of which come standard with this model. Whether you’re hunting or fishing, this boat helps you step up your game.
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When we ran this boat (check out our Ranger RP 190: Bold New Aluminum Bay Boat review and video, which we created before Ranger decided to change the “RP” to “RB”), what really grabbed our attention was performance. How many inexpensive aluminum fishing boats can cruise at over 30 MPH and break 45 MPH at wide-open? Not many. But this one does, and it takes on a bay chop with no problem as it zips across the water’s surface. more
There are tons of new fishing boats for sale, but the price of a modern fiberglass center console might make your eyes bug out. One affordable option that is often overlooked by anglers: aluminum fishing boats. They’re less expensive, easier to tow, and require less power (which means less fuel) to operate. So, why do so many of us ignore this option? The biggest complaint about aluminum is that it doesn’t look as good as fiberglass. And while that was true at one time, modern baked-on enamel paint jobs have changed this conversation. Here are five aluminum fishing boats that look good, are ready for serious fishing, and don’t cost an arm and a leg.
Middle-class Americans can afford these aluminum fishing boats, so be sure to add these five best value center console boats to your list.
While a 16’ boat isn’t huge for open lakes and bays, the Pro Guide V 16 does have plenty of capability. The hull sports a deep 20-degree transom deadrise, and with the 60 HP powerplant on the transom you can cruise in the mid to upper 20’s while burning just a few gallons per hour. That means the boat has plenty of range, with its 25.5 gallon fuel capacity.
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Packaged with a 150 horsepower outboard, it also has a number of other features that will be appreciated when the rods are left in the holders and pleasure-cruises are on the agenda: a head compartment inside the console, a 12-V outlet at the helm, jump seats at the transom, LED courtesy lights, and a telescopic boarding ladder are all on the standard features list. [links]
Boston Whalers are famous for being unsinkable thanks to their fiberglass-encased foam construction, but they aren’t known for being easy on the budget. And the 170 Dauntless is relatively small for its just-over $41,000 price tag, which shakes out to a $345.98 monthly payment. So, why does it score higher than one might expect in the affordability category? more
Starting at a NAP price of right around $19,000 with a 60 HP outboard, the Carolina Skiff 162 JLS qualifies as uber-affordable. In fact, you could be paying a mere $160 or so by the month to enjoy this small but well-equipped boat, with an 18-gallon livewell, six flush rodholders, and a swim platform with a three-step telescopic re-boarding ladder.
Yup, we’re talking about a Volvo Pento engine.
You’ll have to do some searching, but you can find a few Juniper 27 Open’s under our $50,000 limit. more
Four Winns Horizon boats have been popular for a long time. But did you know you can own one for less than $40,000? A 19 foot Four Winns Horizon 190 fits just in our price range.