Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013
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Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Vectra 19 2013
2013
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Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 vs Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 against a pontoon Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 at 19,0 ft versus Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 at 19,6 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 tips the scales at 1 532 lbs — 1 415 lbs less than the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 at 117 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 and 75 hp for the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 is rated for 9 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 Vectra 19 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 19,6 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
ModelHudson DLX BT
ModelVectra 19
Model Year2013
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam91 in. (2.3 m)
Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches101
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.9 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,170 lbs. (531 kg)
Weight - Detail1,532 lbs. (695 kg)
Weight - kg530.7
Weight - kg694.9
Weight - lbs.117
Weight - lbs.1532
Width [transom] - Detail78 in. (2 m) chine
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet19.58
Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7 in. (6 m)
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters5.97
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches235
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]18 ft. 4 in. (5.6 m) pontoon
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]18 ft. 1 in. (5.5 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.10 in. (2.5 mm) bottom 0.072 in. (1.8 mm) side
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail27 gal. (102 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters102.21
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal27
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Engine max75 hp (56 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,348 lbs. (611 kg)
Maximum capacity1,788 lbs. (811 kg)
Maximum people6 / 746 lbs. (338 kg)
Maximum people9 / 1,228 lbs. (557 kg)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 in. (2 mm)

Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 vs Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 or the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013?
The Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 is the longer of the two at 19,6 feet overall. The Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 0,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 or the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013?
For trailering, the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 has the edge at 117 lbs dry weight versus 1 532 lbs for the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013. 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 Hudson DLX BT 2013 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 tops out at 75 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 Hudson DLX BT 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 is certified for 9. 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 Vectra 19 2013 measures 101" wide, compared to 91" for the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013. 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 Hudson DLX BT 2013 and Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Hudson DLX BT 2013 and the Princecraft Vectra 19 2013 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.