Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Pro 179 DX BT 2004 vs Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2011: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Pro 179 DX BT 2004 vs Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2011 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2011 has a 100-hp advantage over the Princecraft Pro 179 DX BT 2004's 75-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2011 carries 40 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Princecraft Pro 179 DX BT 2004. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Princecraft Super Pro 185 GL 2011 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Princecraft Pro 179 DX BT 2004 with its 75-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelPro 179 DX BT
ModelSuper Pro 185 GL
Model Year2004
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in.
Beam95 in. (2.4 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches95
Draft [max] - Detail31 in.
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail1095 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,450 lbs. (658 kg)
Weight - kg496.68
Weight - kg657.71
Weight - lbs.1095
Weight - lbs.1450
Height - Detail36 in.
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.91
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches36
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in.
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 10 in.
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.6 m)
Length overall - Meters5.44
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches214
Length overall - Inches222
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail46 in. (1.2 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters116.84
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches46
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail80 in. (2 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.6
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Engine max75 HP
Engine max175 hp (131 kW)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1280 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,902 lbs. (863 kg)
Maximum people6 Persons
Maximum people6 / 1,158 lbs. (525 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee