Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 241 L 2005 vs Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 241 L 2005 vs Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft 241 L 2005 measures 24,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 at 19,0 feet (2013). At 172 lbs and 117 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft 241 L 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 carries 27 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Princecraft 241 L 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft 241 L 2005 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft 241 L 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft 241 L 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
Model241 L
ModelHudson DLX BT
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in. (2.4 m)
Beam91 in. (2.3 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches91
Weight - Detail1,720 lbs. (780 kg)
Weight - Detail1,170 lbs. (531 kg)
Weight - kg780.18
Weight - kg530.7
Weight - lbs.172
Weight - lbs.117
Length - Meters7.4
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in. (7.4 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches292
Length overall - Inches228
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.9 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches35
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches33
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail78 in. (2 m) chine
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (0.58 m)
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard90 hp (67 kw)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable Optional (Permanent): 12 gal. (45 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail27 gal. (102 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters102.21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal27
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,452 lbs. (1,112 kg)
Maximum capacity1,348 lbs. (611 kg)
Maximum people12 Persons
Maximum people6 / 746 lbs. (338 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.10 in. (2.5 mm) bottom 0.072 in. (1.8 mm) side
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee