Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013
2013
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Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S  2008 boat specs
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Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008
2008
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Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 vs Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a pontoon Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 against a deep vee Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 measures 27,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 at 19,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 tips the scales at 4 524 lbs — 4 328 lbs more than the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 at 196 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 has a 80-hp advantage over the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008's 220-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 carries 55 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008. 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 27,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 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
ModelSVX 27 I/O
ModelVentura 191 L4S
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches97
Weight - Detail4,524 lbs. (2,052 kg)
Weight - Detail1,960 lbs. (889 kg)
Weight - kg2052.05
Weight - kg889.04
Weight - lbs.4524
Weight - lbs.196
Length [at waterline]24 ft. 10 in. (7.6 m) pontoon
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [deck]25 ft. 10 in. (7.9 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet27.83
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 10 in. (8.5 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Meters8.48
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Inches334
Length overall - Inches23
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches32
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.7 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches29
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.8
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.08 in. (2 mm)
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubes3
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal. (208 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Engine max220 hp (112 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,793 lbs. (1,267 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 1,323 lbs. (600 kg) Total: 2,067 lbs. (938 kg)
Maximum people13 / 1,780 lbs. (807 kg)
Maximum people1

Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 vs Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 or the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008?
The Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 is the longer of the two at 27,8 feet overall. The Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 8,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 or the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008?
For trailering, the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 has the edge at 196 lbs dry weight versus 4 524 lbs for the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013. 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 tops out at 220 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 97" for the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 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 SVX 27 I/O 2013 or the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008?
The Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 has the bigger tank at 55 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008. That 50-gallon difference translates to roughly 150–250 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 and Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft SVX 27 I/O 2013 and the Princecraft Ventura 191 L4S 2008 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.