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Length

14–18 ft is the sweet spot

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Beam Width

54–60 inches for stability

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Hull Gauge

0.080-inch minimum

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Side Depth

14–16 inches ideal

The War Eagle 1754 is the gold standard for serious duck hunters. Built from heavy-gauge aluminum with a fully welded hull, it takes a beating in timber-hole country without flinching. At 17 feet with a 54-inch beam, it’s big enough for two hunters and a dog without feeling cramped.

The Lowe Roughneck 1756 gives you a lot of boat for the money. Built tough with a wide beam, it handles river current better than most flat-bottoms. Popular with hunters who run rivers and creeks to reach their spots.

When you’re crossing open bays or big reservoirs, you want a boat with some hull to it. The Alumacraft MV 1756 AW features a modified-V hull that smooths out chop. At 18 feet with a 58-inch beam, it’s one of the roomiest options — and doubles great for fishing after the morning hunt.

Available at Bass Pro Shops, the Tracker Grizzly 1754 MVX punches above its price point. The mod-V hull is versatile, and the package deals with a motor included make it the most accessible entry point into duck boat ownership.