Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2011 vs Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2011 against a deep vee Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2012 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 WS 2011 at 19,0 ft versus Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2012 at 19,0 ft. At 1 133 lbs and 1 133 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2011 and 115 hp for the Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2012. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 28 gal and 28 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 Hudson DLX WS 2011 and Princecraft Hudson DLX WS 2012 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
ModelHudson DLX WS
ModelHudson DLX WS
Model Year2011
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam87 in. (2.2 m)
Beam87 in. (2.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Inches87
Beam - Inches87
Depth - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Inches33
Depth - Inches33
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail1,133 lbs. (514 kg)
Weight - Detail1,133 lbs. (514 kg)
Weight - kg513.92
Weight - kg513.92
Weight - lbs.1133
Weight - lbs.1133
Width [transom] - Detail71 in. (1.8 m)
Width [transom] - Detail71 in. (1.8 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches228
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 in. (2.5 m) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.100 in. (2.5 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,567 lbs. (711 kg)
Maximum capacity1,567 lbs. (711 kg)
Maximum people6 / 827 lbs. (375 kg)
Maximum people6 / 827 lbs. (375 kg)