Advantages and Building ProcessFishing Boats

Aluminum boats perform better than fiberglass

Aluminum is lighter than fiberglass, so you get better performance from a smaller engine.

Main advantages of aluminum boats:

• Plane faster and stay on plane at slower speeds
• Better fuel efficiency and easier trailering with a smaller vehicle
• Unbeatable handling and performance
• Less maintenance than fiberglass
• Can be beached on a rocky shore without chipping or cracking the hull
• More durable which is why airplanes and semis are made from aluminum

Built WITH stronger aluminum alloy : 5052-H36

Why we insist on the toughest aluminum:

• We won’t compromise on durability
• 25% harder than the aluminum alloys used by some competitors
  • Uniform strength and a truer hull shape
  • Better ride, more durability and lasting value

Hulls that perform better

• Princecraft^® hulls are precision-tested for enhanced performance and safety
• Our engineering has led to breakthroughs in hull design :
  • Wider bottoms for unmatched stability
  • Reverse chine hull design (most models) :
    • Provides lift so the boat gets on plane faster
    • Lift also provides less hull resistance in the water
  • Double-reverse chine hull design :
    • Adapts to the speed and load of the boat
    • Outer chine enhances performance at slower speeds or heavier loads
    • Inner chine enhances performance when the boat is running at higher speeds or with lighter loads
• Performance-proven hulls offer better handling and control
• Lightweight aluminum hulls that perform better are also more fuel efficient
• Deeper-V hulls cut through the water better and offer a dry, comfortable ride
• Hulls made of a single piece of aluminum are designed to easily absorb the shock of waves

Princecraft ^® State-of-the-art CAD Design and Engineering

• Hulls and features that combine performance and styling
• CAD and solid works 3D software ensure precise specifications across the board

Tested and Re-tested

• Our history of innovation demonstrates our unyielding quest for better boats
• Every hull is tank tested – from the largest to the smallest
• Ensures water tightness
• Prototypes tested for performance and durability
• Final adjustments made to hulls and components

Better-fitting Components

High-tech CNC equipment for laser-precise cuts

• Every component fits precisely, performs better and lasts longer
• Biggest difference in assembly from model to model are the serial numbers

Structural Durability

The best combination of structural components for each boat size and usage

• We maximize the structural strength of hulls with aluminum transverse and longitudinal framings
• We further reinforce hulls with :
  • H36 center keel from stern to mid ship
  • H36 brace-plate from mid-ship to bow

Princecraft® uses more extruded aluminum parts than competitors. These parts are key for giving the boat a more refined and rigid finish. Our extruded aluminum gunnels  give even more rigidity to our hulls.

Reinforcing at the Stress Points

• Boats absorb most pounding at the bow
• Princecraft^® twin-plates many hulls from bow to mid-ship
• We also go the extra step of double-plating at the chine where the hull is fastened to the hull sides
• Transfers the stress from the bottom to the side panels
• Prevents cracking of the side panels or bottom

Proven fastening methods

• Rivets are the most dependable fastening method
  ever invented
• High-stress vehicles like airplanes are constructed with
  riveted seams
• Princecraft^® boats, like airplanes, are engineered with riveted seams for decades of reliability
• Riveting does not change the mechanical property of aluminum by heat, which can occur with welding
• Princecraft^® double rivets where the hull bottom is joined to the sides and stern
• All 18' boats and bigger are completely riveted with 1/4" solid-aluminum rivets—not just at wear points

Wider, more-stable bottoms

• Princecraft^® has some of the widest bottoms in the industry for increased stability and fishability
• Up to an 18-degree deadrise depending on size of the hull greatly improves comfort, especially in big, rough water
• Princecraft^® hulls offer unmatched handling and performance at a wider spectrum of speeds and loads

Ergonomic interiors

• Princecraft® boats are designed by fishermen for fishermen
• Floor plan built around how people fish
• Helm stations with everything within easy reach
• More room for rods, gear and buddies
• Spacious casting platforms
• Clean sight lines

Ultra-comfortable seats

Comfort can make or break a fishing day

• Optional extra-padded upholstered reclining captain’s chair 
• Folding pedestal fishing seat with hidden hinges and Roto-Cast frame
• Optional bicycle seat to relieve strain from standing and casting

An Unmatched Livewell System

Our exclusive ProFlo™ Plus livewell system is perhaps the smartest and most durable livewell system ever invented. It’s designed to be virtually maintenance-free, with timed aeration and recirculation so that you can stay fully focused on your next big catch.

Plus, our two-pump system ensures your bait fish stay fresh and your catch remains healthy while running docked and trailering.

• Safety and security of a two-pump system
• Electric fill aeration and through freeboard overflow function controlled by one pump
• Continuous recirculation whether running, docked or trailering controlled by a second pump
• Easily manage timed aeration, lighting, filling, drainage and recirculation all from the driver's seat with the console control
• Timed aeration from the bottom helps circulate oxygen evenly throughout the livewells
• Flow-Rite™ valve system controls drainage
• Rounded corners and recessed drains with debris screens
• Some of our livewells have insulated lids & an anti-spill cover
• Some models offer an integrated baitwell in the livewell with minnow bucket
• Some models also include a waterproof light
• Game fish stay healthier, bait fish live longer, you fish more efficiently

More fishing extras

• Toe kicks and lots of handles for more convenience
• High freeboards and larger motorwells for increased safety in rough water
• Waterproof electrical marine connectors
• Additional space on the dash for your own electronics
• Rigging tube under the floor to wire your own electronics
• Quick-release windscreens
• Large rod-storage compartments
• Several seat bases to choose from
• Factory-installed trolling motor control panels

Custom-Engineered for Mercury Power

Optimum performance and reliability

• Variety of outboard engines available for each Princecraft® boat
• All Mercury outboard engines are covered by a limited warranty

The Best Fit and Finish in the Industry

No other aluminum boat manufacturer can match our craftsmanship

• Flawless hull sides and seams
• No exposed wiring or gaps in components
• Visible quality in every detail
• Distinctive Euro-styling on most models
• Coordinating colors and graphics

Boats that last as long as a Princecraft^® demand a timeless look

Options crafted to Princecraft^® standards

• Many options are manufactured specifically for each model and use
• Trailers custom-built to fit each model
• Fasteners for optional canvas enclosures factory installed on every boat for a precise fit
• All the custom options you want from downrigger-mounting supports to reclining captain’s chairs

Better resale value

• The quality and durability built into every Princecraft^® boat are easy to see
• Other buyers will see them too, if you ever decide to sell your boat
• Unlike many other brands, Princecraft^® boats retain a high resale value for years

Hassle-free boating experience

Quality through and through makes every day on the water a great day

• One of the best Protection Plans in the industry
• It’s your assurance our boats are built every bit as good as we say they are
• Our Protection Plan covers everything from hulls to canvas enclosures