Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013
2013
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Princecraft Versailles 25  I/O 2009 boat specs
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Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009
2009
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Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 vs Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 against a pontoon Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 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 Versailles 25 I/O 2009 measures 25,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 9,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 at 16,0 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 tips the scales at 3 656 lbs — 3 281 lbs less than the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 at 375 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 300 hp, the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 has a 270-hp advantage over the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 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 Versailles 25 I/O 2009 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 25,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelSpringbok DL BT
ModelVersailles 25 I/O
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches17
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail375 lbs. (170 kg)
Weight - Detail3,656 lbs. (1,658 kg)
Weight - kg170.1
Weight - kg1658.33
Weight - lbs.375
Weight - lbs.3656
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m) chine
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet25
Length overall - Detail16 ft. (4.9 m)
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 1 in. (7.6 m)
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters7.65
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches301
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]22 ft. 4 in. (6.8 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]22 ft. 10 in. (7 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.064 in. (1.6 mm) bottom 0.064 in. (1.6 mm) side
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max30 hp (24 kW)
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,635 lbs. (742 kg); Total: 2,635 lbs. (1,195 kg)
Maximum people5 / 732 lbs. (332 kg)
Maximum people12
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 in. (2 mm)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes3

Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 vs Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 or the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009?
The Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 is the longer of the two at 25,0 feet overall. The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 9,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 or the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009?
For trailering, the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 has the edge at 375 lbs dry weight versus 3 656 lbs for the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009. 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 Versailles 25 I/O 2009 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Springbok DL BT 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 DL BT 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 is certified for 12. 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 Versailles 25 I/O 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 68" for the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 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 DL BT 2013 and Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Springbok DL BT 2013 and the Princecraft Versailles 25 I/O 2009 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.