Princecraft Brio 15 2012 boat specs
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Princecraft Brio 15 2012
2012
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Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 boat specs
Princecraft
Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004
2004
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Princecraft Brio 15 2012 vs Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Princecraft Brio 15 2012 vs Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 75 hp, the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 has a 60-hp advantage over the Princecraft Brio 15 2012's 15-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Brio 15 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Brio 15 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Brio 15 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 15,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelBrio 15
ModelPro 167 SC
Model Year2012
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.3 m)
Beam81 in
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches81
Weight - Detail1,104 lbs. (501 kg)
Weight - Detail800 lbs
Weight - kg500.77
Weight - kg362.87
Weight - lbs.1104
Weight - lbs.8
Length [deck]14 ft. 1 in. (4.3 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet15.08
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 1 in. (4.6 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters4.6
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Inches181
Length overall - Inches197
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail26 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches26
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail30 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches3
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (0.58 m)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubes2
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max15 hp (12 kW)
Engine max75 HP
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,044 lbs. (474 kg)
Maximum capacity1200 lbs
Maximum people6 / 842 lbs. (382 kg)
Maximum people5 Persons

Princecraft Brio 15 2012 vs Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Brio 15 2012 or the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004?
For trailering, the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 has the edge at 8 lbs dry weight versus 1 104 lbs for the Princecraft Brio 15 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 is rated to a maximum of 75 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Brio 15 2012 tops out at 15 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princecraft Brio 15 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 measures 81" wide, compared to 9" for the Princecraft Brio 15 2012. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Princecraft Brio 15 2012 and Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Brio 15 2012 and the Princecraft Pro 167 SC 2004 are built by Princecraft. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.