Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 boat specs
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Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008
2008
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Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 boat specs
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Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009
2009
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Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 vs Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 is a modified-V design and the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 is a pontoon design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 29-2S I/O 2009 measures 29,1 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 10,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 at 19,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 tips the scales at 4 113 lbs - 2 547 lbs less than the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 at 1 566 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 - 200 hp for the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 and 220 hp for the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 carries 60 gallons versus 33 gallons in the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 15 passengers and at 29,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePrincecraft
MakePrincecraft
ModelSuper Pro 198 SC SE
ModelVersailles 29-2S I/O
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail38 in. (1.0 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters96.52
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches38
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,566 lbs. (710 kg)
Weight - Detail4,113 lbs. (1,866 kg)
Weight - kg710.33
Weight - kg1865.62
Weight - lbs.1566
Weight - lbs.4113
Width [transom] - Detail84 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.6 m)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters5.9
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet29.08
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 5 in. (5.9 m)
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 1 in. (8.9 m)
Length overall - Meters5.92
Length overall - Meters8.86
Length overall - Inches233
Length overall - Inches349
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]Pontoon: 26 ft. 4 in. (8 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]26 ft. 10 in. (8.2 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm) Side: 0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal. (125 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal60
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max200 hp (149 kW)
Engine max220 hp (164 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson: 906 lbs. (411 kg) Total: 1,650 lbs. (748 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 2,080 lbs. (943 kg) Total: 3,080 lbs. (1,397 kg)
Maximum people7
Maximum people15
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 Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 vs Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 or the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009?
The Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 is the longer of the two at 29,1 feet overall. The Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 10,1 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 or the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009?
For trailering, the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 has the edge at 1 566 lbs dry weight versus 4 113 lbs for the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S 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 29-2S I/O 2009 is rated to a maximum of 220 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 tops out at 200 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 Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 is certified for 15. 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 29-2S I/O 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 97" for the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 or the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009?
The Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 has the bigger tank at 60 gallons, versus 33 gallons on the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009. That 27-gallon difference translates to roughly 81–135 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 and Princecraft Versailles 29-2S I/O 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Princecraft Super Pro 198 SC SE 2008 and the Princecraft Versailles 29-2S 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.