Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 boat specs
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Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010
2010
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Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 boat specs
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Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008
2008
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Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 vs Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 against a modified vee Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 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 Ventura 190 I/O 2010 measures 19,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 5,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 at 14,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 tips the scales at 2 556 lbs — 2 234 lbs more than the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 at 322 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 220 hp, the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 has a 195-hp advantage over the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008's 25-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 Yukon DLX BT 2008 is rated for 4 passengers, while the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 14,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 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
ModelVentura 190 I/O
ModelYukon DLX BT
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in. (2.5 m)
Beam68 in. (1.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches68
Depth - Detail32 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches28
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches17
Weight - Detail2,556 lbs. (1,159 kg)
Weight - Detail322 lbs. (146 kg)
Weight - kg1159.38
Weight - kg146.06
Weight - lbs.2556
Weight - lbs.322
Width [transom] - Detail83 in. (2.1 m)
Width [transom] - Detail57 in. (1.4 m)
Height [transom]32 in. (0.8 m)
Height [transom]15 in. (0.4 m)
Length - Feet19.17
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in. (5.8 m)
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in. (4.3 m)
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches23
Length overall - Inches171
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom & Side: 0.110 in. (2.8 mm)
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm) Side: 0.064 in. (1.6 mm)
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l) based on deck boat equipped with 3.0 l
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max220 hp (164 kW)
Engine max25 hp (19 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacityPerson & Total: 1,323 lbs. (600 kg)
Maximum capacityPerson: 496 lbs.(225 kg) Total: 821 lbs. (372 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum people4

Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 vs Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 or the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008?
The Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,2 feet overall. The Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 comes in at 14,0 feet, making it roughly 5,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 or the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008?
For trailering, the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 has the edge at 322 lbs dry weight versus 2 556 lbs for the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 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 Ventura 190 I/O 2010 is rated to a maximum of 220 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 tops out at 25 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 Ventura 190 I/O 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 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 is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 measures 97" wide, compared to 68" for the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 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.
Are the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 and Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Ventura 190 I/O 2010 and the Princecraft Yukon DLX BT 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.