Research Hewes Boats Redfisher 16 Center Console Boat

~The new Redfisher 16 is the most value you will ever find in a backcountry boat. It has the famous ride, and all the fishing-smart features of the bigger Hewes, and the benefits of big performance with smaller power options.

The Redfisher 16 is the most versatile backcountry boat for the money on the market. The Redfisher 16 runs shallow and with power options up to 115-hp and fuel capacity of 30 gallons, it has the range and speed to run a long way into the backcountry in a short time. This easy-to-trailer, easy-to-maintain, easy-to-pole backcountry boat is not only a great buy with a high resale value; it's a comfortable, safe family boat as well. Best of all, this Redfisher 16 has the unmistakable smooth, dry ride of a genuine Hewes.
Draft: 0 ft. 10 in.
Beam: 7 ft. 2 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 30
Standard features:
Steering and Handling

Electric trim tabs
No-feedback steering with sure-grip wheel


Quality Finish and Construction

No wood, no rot state-of-the-art foam and core materials with 100% vinyl ester resin
Premium fade-resistant gelcoat
Aluminum motor-bolt and transom reinforcement plates
Aluminum inner laminate aluminum backing plate for secure trolling motor installation
Flush-mount bow cleat
Flush stern cleats, heavy-duty pull-up
Recessed deck and gunnel hardware
Stainless steel thru-hull fittings


Fishing Features

Trolling motor wiring (24 volt)
Under-gunnel rod racks
Rod tubes for tip protection
Console rod racks (2 X 3)
Under-gunnel carpet to protect rod finish
Completely flush forward & aft casting decks with wide walk-around gunnels
Multiple below-deck conduit, both fore and aft for rigging and future option installation


Livewells and Pumps

Automatic bilge pump
Aft center livewell with pump (15 Gal.)
Aft center livewell light
Flush livewell pickups with removable strainer


Cockpit and Storage

Self-bailing “Hose ‘n’ Go” cockpit
Center console with contoured seat and locking door
Large guttered, gasketed lock-down dry storage compartments 4
Foam insulated boxes 1
Two sided lid construction and molded compartments
Flush through-bolted molded-in deck hinges
Separate anchor locker


Lights and Electric

Navigation lights
Console LED courtesy lights (2)
Fused switch panel with waterproof switches
Nickel-tinned fused wiring harness
Four position battery switch
Spotlight plug or other 12 volt accessories


Safety, Comfort and Convenience

Full foam flotation throughout with non-absorptive nitrogen-filled closed-cell urethane foam
Flip-up backrest flush with deck when down
Custom-made cushion package
Rigid PVC rub rail
Gunnel-mount grab rails

Trolling motor;