Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 boat specs
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Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012
2012
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Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 boat specs
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Princecraft Yukon 20 2011
2011
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Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 vs Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 against a modified vee Princecraft Yukon 20 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 at 16,0 ft versus Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 at 14,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 tips the scales at 375 lbs — 110 lbs more than the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 at 265 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 30 hp for the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 and 25 hp for the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 comes in at 11 lbs per hp versus 13 lbs per hp for the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 16,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 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
ModelSpringbok DL BT
ModelYukon 2
Model Year2012
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inches28
Depth - Inches28
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inches17
Draft [max] - Inches17
Weight - Detail375 lbs. (170 kg)
Weight - Detail265 lbs. (120 kg)
Weight - kg170.1
Weight - kg120.2
Weight - lbs.375
Weight - lbs.265
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m)
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet14.25
Length overall - Detail16 ft. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m)
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches171
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max30 hp (24 kW)
Engine max25 hp (19 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacity905 lbs. (411 kg)
Maximum people5 / 732 lbs. (332 kg)
Maximum people4 / 580 lbs. (263 kg)

Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 vs Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 or the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011?
The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 comes in at 14,3 feet, making it roughly 1,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 or the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011?
For trailering, the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 has the edge at 265 lbs dry weight versus 375 lbs for the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 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 has the better power-to-weight ratio?
The Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 has a better power-to-weight ratio at 11 lbs per hp compared to 13 lbs per hp for the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012. A lower number means quicker acceleration and faster time to plane — the number that actually matters most on short, sporty boats like these.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 and Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 share an 68 in. (1.7 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 and Princecraft Yukon 20 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2012 and the Princecraft Yukon 20 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.