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Trust Princecraft® Sport Fishing Boats for the best in performance, quality, safety, ergonomics and comfort.
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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
