Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 boat specs
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Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012
2012
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Princecraft Vision 19  2010 boat specs
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Princecraft Vision 19 2010
2010
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Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 vs Princecraft Vision 19 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 against a pontoon Princecraft Vision 19 2010 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 Vision 19 2010 measures 19,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 at 16,0 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vision 19 2010 tips the scales at 1 524 lbs — 1 477 lbs less than the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 at 47 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 — 40 hp for the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 and 60 hp for the Princecraft Vision 19 2010. 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 Vision 19 2010 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Vision 19 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vision 19 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 19,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 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
ModelStarfish DLX BT
ModelVision 19
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (1.9 m)
Beam8 ft. 0 in. (2.4 m)
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches96
Depth - Detail29 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters73.66
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches29
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 - Detail470 lbs. (213 kg)
Weight - Detail1,524 lbs. (691 kg)
Weight - kg213.19
Weight - kg691.27
Weight - lbs.47
Weight - lbs.1524
Width [transom] - Detail63 in. (1.6 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Height [transom]not available
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
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]18 ft. 7 in. (5.7 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm) Side: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable with hose and bulb Optional permanent 18 gal. (68 l)
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max40 hp (30 kW)
Engine max60 hp (45 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Operational Info
Maximum capacity998 lbs. (453 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,144 lbs. (519 kg) Total: 1,645 lbs. (746 kg)
Maximum people4 / 580 lbs. (263 kg)
Maximum people8
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 Starfish DLX BT 2012 vs Princecraft Vision 19 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 or the Princecraft Vision 19 2010?
The Princecraft Vision 19 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,2 feet overall. The Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 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 Starfish DLX BT 2012 or the Princecraft Vision 19 2010?
For trailering, the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 has the edge at 47 lbs dry weight versus 1 524 lbs for the Princecraft Vision 19 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 Vision 19 2010 is rated to a maximum of 60 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 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 Starfish DLX BT 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Vision 19 2010 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 Vision 19 2010 measures 96" wide, compared to 73" for the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012. 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 Starfish DLX BT 2012 and Princecraft Vision 19 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Starfish DLX BT 2012 and the Princecraft Vision 19 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.