Princecraft Vogue 27 XT  2025 boat specs
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Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025
2025
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Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 boat specs
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Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013
2013
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Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 vs Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 vs Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 measures 27,1 feet overall (2025), giving it roughly 10,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 at 16,9 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 tips the scales at 3 595 lbs — 2 580 lbs more than the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 at 1 015 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 500 hp, the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 has a 425-hp advantage over the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013's 75-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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft Xpedition 170 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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 27,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princecraft Xpedition 170 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail27.11 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 11 in. (5.2 m)
Length - Feet27.11
Length - Feet16.92
Length overall - Meters8.26
Length overall - Meters5.16
Length overall - Inches325
Length overall - Inches203
Beam8.60 ft
Beam91 in. (2.3 m)
Beam - Meters2.62
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches103
Beam - Inches91
Displacement3595.00 lbs
Displacementnot available
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.9 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches35
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,015 lbs. (460 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg460.4
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1015
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail78 in. (2 m) chine
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.5 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMercury
Engine makenot available
Horsepower500 hp
Horsepowernot available
Drive typeoutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (77 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max75 hp (56 kW)
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,235 lbs. (560 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5 / 675 lbs. (306 kg)
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakePrincecraft
Modelnot available
ModelXpedition 170 BT
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2013
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.10 in. (2.5 mm) bottom 0.072 in. (1.8 mm) side
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee

Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 vs Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 or the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013?
The Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 is the longer of the two at 27,1 feet overall. The Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 comes in at 16,9 feet, making it roughly 10,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 or the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013?
For trailering, the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 has the edge at 1 015 lbs dry weight versus 3 595 lbs for the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025. 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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 is rated to a maximum of 500 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 tops out at 75 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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 is certified for 5. 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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 measures 103" wide, compared to 91" for the Princecraft Xpedition 170 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 Vogue 27 XT 2025 and Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princecraft Vogue 27 XT 2025 and the Princecraft Xpedition 170 BT 2013 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.