Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 boat specs
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Princecraft PW 1455T 2010
2010
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Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 boat specs
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Princecraft Vectra 21 2011
2011
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Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 vs Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 against a pontoon Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 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 Vectra 21 2011 measures 21,5 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 6,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 at 14,6 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 tips the scales at 1 639 lbs — 1 588 lbs less than the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 at 51 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 90 hp, the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 has a 50-hp advantage over the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010's 40-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 Vectra 21 2011 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft PW 1455T 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 Vectra 21 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 21,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft PW 1455T 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
ModelPW 1455T
ModelVectra 21
Model Year201
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam79 in. (2.01 m)
Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.01
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches79
Beam - Inches101
Depth - DetailSide: 25 in. (0.64 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches25
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail510 lbs. (231 kg)
Weight - Detail1,639 lbs. (743 kg)
Weight - kg231.33
Weight - kg743.44
Weight - lbs.51
Weight - lbs.1639
Width [transom] - Detail55 in. (1.4 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet14.58
Length - Feet21.5
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 7 in. (4.45 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.6 m)
Length overall - Meters4.45
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches175
Length overall - Inches258
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]20 ft. 0 in. (6.1 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in. (2.5 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max40 hp (30 kW)
Engine max90 hp (67 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 capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum capacity1,760 lbs. (798 kg)
Maximum people4 / 599 lbs. (272 kg)
Maximum people8 / 1,158 lbs. (525 kg)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter23 in. (0.58 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2

Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 vs Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 or the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011?
The Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 is the longer of the two at 21,5 feet overall. The Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 comes in at 14,6 feet, making it roughly 6,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 or the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011?
For trailering, the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 has the edge at 51 lbs dry weight versus 1 639 lbs for the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011. 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 Vectra 21 2011 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 tops out at 40 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 PW 1455T 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 is certified for 8. 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 Vectra 21 2011 measures 101" wide, compared to 79" for the Princecraft PW 1455T 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 PW 1455T 2010 and Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft PW 1455T 2010 and the Princecraft Vectra 21 2011 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.