Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Princecraft Pro Series 198 SC 2012 vs Princecraft PW1860VT 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Princecraft Pro Series 198 SC 2012 against a modified vee Princecraft PW1860VT 2008 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 Pro Series 198 SC 2012 at 19,4 ft versus Princecraft PW1860VT 2008 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Pro Series 198 SC 2012 tips the scales at 1 566 lbs — 971 lbs more than the Princecraft PW1860VT 2008 at 595 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 PW1860VT 2008 tops out at 50 hp. Engine specs for the Princecraft Pro Series 198 SC 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Series 198 SC 2012 and Princecraft PW1860VT 2008 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
ModelPro Series 198 SC
ModelPW1860VT
Model Year2012
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam81 in. (2.1 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.06
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches81
Depth - Detail38 in. (1 m)
Depth - Detail21.5 in. (0.55 m)
Depth - Centimeters96.52
Depth - Centimeters55.88
Depth - Inches38
Depth - Inches21.5
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,566 lbs. (710 kg)
Weight - Detail595 lbs. (270 kg)
Weight - kg710.33
Weight - kg269.89
Weight - lbs.1566
Weight - lbs.595
Width [transom] - Detail84 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail60 in. (1.5 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Length - Feet19.42
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 5 in. (5.9 m)
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.49 m)
Length overall - Meters5.92
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches233
Length overall - Inches216
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.49
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull thicknessHull: 0.100 in. (0.25 cm)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max50 hp (37 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,650 lbs. (748 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 890 lbs. (404 kg); 1,350 lbs. (612 kg)
Maximum people7 / 906 lbs. (411 kg)
Maximum people7