Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 boat specs
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Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018
2018
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Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 boat specs
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Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018
2018
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Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 vs Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 vs Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 1 400 hp for the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 and 1 400 hp for the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018. 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 Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 carries 41 gallons versus 9 gallons in the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018. 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 Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 is rated for 21 passengers, while the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 caps at 20. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 21 passengers and at 69,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 20 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail69.90 ft
Length overall - Detail68.10 ft
Length - Feet69.9
Length - Feet68.1
Length overall - Meters21.31
Length overall - Meters20.76
Length overall - Inches839
Length overall - Inches817
Beam17.80 ft
Beam17.80 ft
Beam - Meters5.43
Beam - Meters5.43
Beam - Inches214
Beam - Inches214
Draft [max] - Detail5.30 ft
Draft [max] - Detail5.20 ft
Draft [max] - Meters1.62
Draft [max] - Meters1.58
Draft [max] - Inches64
Draft [max] - Inches62
Displacement8157.00 lbs
Displacementnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Liters15520.18
Fuel tank capacity - Liters3406.87
Engine makeMAN
Engine makeMAN
Engine modelV12-14
Engine modelV12
Horsepower1400 hp
Horsepower1400 hp
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeinboard
Drive typeinboard
Engine 2 Engine MakeMAN
Engine 2 Engine MakeMAN
Engine 2 Engine ModelV12-14
Engine 2 Engine ModelV12
Engine 2 Horsepower1400 hp
Engine 2 Horsepower1400 hp
Engine 2 Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine 2 Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine 2 Drive Typeinboard
Engine 2 Drive Typeinboard
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity8
Sleeping capacity1
Cabins4
Cabins5
Head3
Head4
Water capacity909
Water capacity2
Holding tank capacity - Gal272
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters1029.63
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typePower

Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 vs Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 or the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018?
The Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 is the longer of the two at 69,9 feet overall. The Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 comes in at 68,1 feet, making it roughly 1,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 is Coast Guard rated for 21 passengers, while the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 is certified for 20. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 and Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 share an 17.80 ft beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 or the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018?
The Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 has the bigger tank at 41 gallons, versus 9 gallons on the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 and Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Princess Yachts 68 Hard Top 2018 and the Princess Yachts F70 Flybridge 2018 are built by Princess Yachts. 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.