Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Springbok 15 2013
2013
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Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 boat specs
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Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010
2010
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Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 vs Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 and the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 are deep vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 measures 19,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 at 16,0 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 tips the scales at 1 918 lbs — 1 633 lbs less than the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 at 285 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 150 hp, the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 has a 120-hp advantage over the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013's 30-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 Springbok 15 2013 is rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelSpringbok 15
ModelVentura 190 WS
Model Year2013
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches97
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches28
Depth - Inches32
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.7 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inches17
Draft [max] - Inches29
Weight - Detail285 lbs. (129 kg)
Weight - Detail1,918 lbs. (870 kg)
Weight - kg129.27
Weight - kg869.99
Weight - lbs.285
Weight - lbs.1918
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m) chine
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Height [transom]15 in. (0.4 m)
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet19.17
Length overall - Detail16 ft. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches23
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.064 in. (1.6 mm) bottom 0.064 in. (1.6 mm) side
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max30 hp (24 kW)
Engine max150 hp (112 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Operational Info
Maximum capacity978 lbs. (444 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,323 lbs. (600 kg) Total: 2,067 lbs. (938 kg)
Maximum people4 / 560 lbs. (254 kg)
Maximum people1

Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 vs Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 or the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010?
The Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,2 feet overall. The Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 3,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 or the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010?
For trailering, the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 has the edge at 285 lbs dry weight versus 1 918 lbs for the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010. 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 Ventura 190 WS 2010 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 tops out at 30 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 Springbok 15 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 is certified for 1. 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 Ventura 190 WS 2010 measures 97" wide, compared to 68" for the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013. 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 Springbok 15 2013 and Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Springbok 15 2013 and the Princecraft Ventura 190 WS 2010 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.