Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 boat specs
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Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009
2009
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Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 boat specs
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Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007
2007
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Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 vs Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 against a pontoon Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 measures 24,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 at 19,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 tips the scales at 1 133 lbs — 1 111 lbs more than the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 at 22 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 — 115 hp for the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 and 115 hp for the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 carries 33 gallons versus 28 gallons in the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009. 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 Versailles 24 LP 2007 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 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 WS
ModelVersailles 24 LP
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam87 in. (2.2 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches87
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches33
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 - Detail1,133 lbs. (514 kg)
Weight - Detail2,200 lbs. (998 kg)
Weight - kg513.92
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - lbs.1133
Weight - lbs.22
Width [transom] - Detail71 in. (1.8 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 11 in. (7.6 m)
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters7.59
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches299
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]24 ft. 3 in. (7.4 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 in. (2.5 m) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson: 827 lbs. (375 kg) Total: 1,567 lbs. (711 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,920 lbs. (871 kg) Total: 2,660 lbs. (1,207 kg)
Maximum people6
Maximum people14
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2

Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 vs Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 or the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007?
The Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 or the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007?
For trailering, the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 has the edge at 22 lbs dry weight versus 1 133 lbs for the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 is certified for 14. 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 Versailles 24 LP 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 87" for the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009. 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 or the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007?
The Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 has the bigger tank at 33 gallons, versus 28 gallons on the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009. That 5-gallon difference translates to roughly 15–25 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 and Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2009 and the Princecraft Versailles 24 LP 2007 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.