Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Pro 179 DX SC 2005 vs Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Princecraft Pro 179 DX SC 2005 vs Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2006 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 135 hp, the Princecraft Pro 179 DX SC 2005 has a 110-hp advantage over the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2006's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Pro 179 DX SC 2005 at 17,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2006 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelPro 179 DX SC
ModelYukon DLX BT
Model Year2005
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in. (2.3 m)
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m)
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Centimeters91.44
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inches36
Depth - Inches28
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches17
Weight - Detail1,200 lbs. (544 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg544.31
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.12
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail76 in. (1.9 m)
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters5.4
Length - Meters4.3
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet14
Length - Inches1
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 10 in. (5.4 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m)
Length overall - Meters5.44
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches214
Length overall - Inches171
Body / Hull
Hull thicknessBottom: .110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: .072 in. (1.8 mm
Hull thicknessBottom: .064 in. (1.6 mm) Side: .057 in. (1.4 mm)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max135 hp (101 kw)
Engine max25 hp (19 kw)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs. (590 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people4
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailOptional Galvanized Bunk Style Trailer
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight198 lbs. (90 kg)