Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft 241 L 2005 vs Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft 241 L 2005 vs Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Princecraft 241 L 2005 at 24,0 ft versus Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 tips the scales at 2 025 lbs — 1 853 lbs less than the Princecraft 241 L 2005 at 172 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 tops out at 115 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 Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 carries 33 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.
Both boats are rated for 12 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: The Princecraft 241 L 2005 and Princecraft Versailles 22 LP-SS 2007 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
Model241 L
ModelVersailles 22 LP-SS
Model Year2005
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 0 in. (2.4 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,720 lbs. (780 kg)
Weight - Detail2,025 lbs. (919 kg)
Weight - kg780.18
Weight - kg918.52
Weight - lbs.172
Weight - lbs.2025
Length - Meters7.4
Length - Meters6.8
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in. (7.4 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 4 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Meters6.81
Length overall - Inches292
Length overall - Inches268
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]22 ft. 3 in. (6.8 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (0.58 m)
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2
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 - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,452 lbs. (1,112 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,635 lbs. (742 kg) Total: 2,375 lbs. (1,077 kg)
Maximum people12 Persons
Maximum people12
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon