Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Cadet 16 2005 vs Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Cadet 16 2005 vs Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2012 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 Cadet 16 2005 at 16,0 ft versus Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2012 at 18,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2012 tips the scales at 1 450 lbs - 862 lbs less than the Princecraft Cadet 16 2005 at 588 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 Super Pro 185 GL 2012 tops out at 175 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft Cadet 16 2005 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Super Pro 185 GL 2012 at 18,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft Cadet 16 2005 at 16,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelCadet 16
ModelSuper Pro 185 GL
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam6 ft. 0 in. (1.8 m)
Beam95 in. (2.4 m)
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches72
Beam - Inches95
Weight - Detail588 lbs. (267 kg)
Weight - Detail1,450 lbs. (658 kg)
Weight - kg266.71
Weight - kg657.71
Weight - lbs.588
Weight - lbs.1450
Length - Meters4.9
Length - Meters5.6
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet18.5
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.6 m)
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches196
Length overall - Inches222
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail46 in. (1.2 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters116.84
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches46
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] - Detail80 in. (2 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter21 in. (0.5 m)
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 hp (19 kw)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max175 hp (131 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,210 lbs. (549 kg)
Maximum capacity1,902 lbs. (863 kg)
Maximum people6 Persons
Maximum people6 / 1,158 lbs. (525 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee