Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 boat specs
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Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009
2009
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Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 boat specs
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Princecraft Yukon 15 2008
2008
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Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 vs Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a pontoon Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 against a modified vee Princecraft Yukon 15 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 measures 20,5 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 at 14,0 feet (2008). At 17 lbs and 24 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 90 hp, the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 has a 65-hp advantage over the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008's 25-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 Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 20,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 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
ModelSportfisher 20 LX
ModelYukon 15
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches68
Weight - Detail1,700 lbs. (771 kg)
Weight - Detail240 lbs. (109 kg)
Weight - kg771.11
Weight - kg108.86
Weight - lbs.17
Weight - lbs.24
Length [at waterline]20 ft. 4 in. (6.2 m)
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [deck]20 ft. (6.1 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet20.5
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m)
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches246
Length overall - Inches171
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches28
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches17
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]15 in. (0.4 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm) Side: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (2 mm)
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubes2
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Engine max25 hp (19 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,495 lbs. (678 kg) Total: 2,097 lbs. (951 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 496 lbs. (225 kg) Total: 821 lbs. (372 kg)
Maximum people9
Maximum people4

Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 vs Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 or the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008?
The Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 is the longer of the two at 20,5 feet overall. The Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 comes in at 14,0 feet, making it roughly 6,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 or the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008?
For trailering, the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 has the edge at 17 lbs dry weight versus 24 lbs for the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008. 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 Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 tops out at 25 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 Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 is certified for 4. 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 Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 68" for the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008. 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 Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 and Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Sportfisher 20 LX 2009 and the Princecraft Yukon 15 2008 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.