Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 boat specs
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Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010
2010
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Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 boat specs
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Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009
2009
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Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 vs Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 against a pontoon Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 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 Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 measures 24,6 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 8,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 at 15,8 feet (2010). At 275 lbs and 215 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 has a 80-hp advantage over the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010's 35-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 Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 24,6 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelPR 1648MT
ModelSportfisher 24 LX
Model Year201
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam70 in. (1.77 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches7
Beam - Inches102
Depth - DetailSide: 21 in. (0.53 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail275 lbs. (125 kg)
Weight - Detail2,150 lbs. (975 kg)
Weight - kg124.74
Weight - kg975.22
Weight - lbs.275
Weight - lbs.215
Width [transom] - Detail48 in. (1.2 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet15.83
Length - Feet24.58
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 10 in. (4.82 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.5 m)
Length overall - Meters4.83
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Inches19
Length overall - Inches295
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]24 ft. 4 in. (7.4 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]24 ft. (7.3 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.072 in. (1.83 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max35 hp (26 kW)
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Operational Info
Maximum capacity973 lbs. (441 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,920 lbs. (871 kg) Total: 2,660 lbs. (1,207 kg)
Maximum people4 / 555 lbs. (252 kg)
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 PR 1648MT 2010 vs Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 or the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009?
The Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 comes in at 15,8 feet, making it roughly 8,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 or the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009?
For trailering, the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 has the edge at 215 lbs dry weight versus 275 lbs for the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010. 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 Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 tops out at 35 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 PR 1648MT 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 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 Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 7" for the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010. 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 PR 1648MT 2010 and Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft PR 1648MT 2010 and the Princecraft Sportfisher 24 LX 2009 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.