Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft PR1852MT 2006 vs Princecraft Pro 166 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft PR1852MT 2006 vs Princecraft Pro 166 2007 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 PR1852MT 2006 at 18,0 ft versus Princecraft Pro 166 2007 at 16,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Pro 166 2007 tips the scales at 1 009 lbs — 1 005 lbs less than the Princecraft PR1852MT 2006 at 4 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 Pro 166 2007 tops out at 90 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft PR1852MT 2006 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 PR1852MT 2006 and Princecraft Pro 166 2007 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
ModelPR1852MT
ModelPro 166
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam75 in. (1.9 m)
Beam88 in. (2.2 m)
Beam - Meters1.91
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches75
Beam - Inches88
Weight - Detail400 lbs. (181 kg)
Weight - Detail1,009 lbs. (458 kg)
Weight - kg181.44
Weight - kg457.67
Weight - lbs.4
Weight - lbs.1009
Width [transom] - Detail52 in. (1.3 m)
Width [transom] - Detail71 in. (1.8 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Length - Meters5.5
Length - Meters5
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in. (5 m)
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.03
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches198
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail38 in. (1.0 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters96.52
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches38
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Engine maxnot available
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,375 lbs. (624 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 765 lbs. (347 kg) Total: 1,367 lbs. (620 kg)
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.090 in. (2.3 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)