2026 Princecraft Hudson 170 WS

Meet the boat that needs no introduction. Renowned in the fishing world for its uncompromising excellence, the Hudson® has what it takes to face all conditions head on.

H36 Aluminum
We believe construction materials must adhere to high standards of resilience, performance, and durability to deliver real enjoyment and nautical perfection.

With 70 years of experience, navigation, and innovation under our belt, we are the only manufacturer that crafts every inch of its hulls from H36 aluminum.

Given we use H36 aluminum, it's not surprising to see our boats on the water 25 years after they were initially manufactured. Their exceptional durability and resilience mean you can approach any shore and navigate over rocky bottoms without any fear of scratches and dents.

H36 aluminum, the hallmark of Princecraft®.

Key standard features of the Hudson® Series

• Reverse chine hull design
• Bow and aft raised casting platforms with storage
• 12V or 24V bow trolling motor plug and receptable with wiring harness
• Large lockable rod organizer with tubes for 10 rods
• 2 folding seats
• Deep self-draining splashwell
• Twin plating from bow to mid-ship
• PrinceTrak system: extrusion allowing onboard tool fixing

HULL AND DECK FEATURES

• 5052-H36 marine grade aluminum alloy
• Exterior urethane paint choices with a glossy finish including decal package
• Reverse chine hull design
• Aluminum clad transom
• Deep self-draining splashwell
• Twin plating from bow to mid-ship
• Twin plating at the chine
• Rigging tube under flooring (from helm to bow)
• Rigging tube under flooring (from stern to helm)
• Stainless steel bow and stern eyes
• 4 nylon cleats
• BOW RAISED CASTING PLATFORM
• Storage under casting platform
• Compression latches on all storage
• Deep cycle battery storage compartment
• Seat mount floor base
• Storage under bow deck
• Grids allowing air flow in the compartments
• Large storage compartment
• Large lockable rod organizer with tubes for 10 rods
• AFT RAISED CASTING PLATFORM
• Battery storage compartment
• Electric-filled aerated livewell
• Seat mount floor base
• Splashwell extension

FISHING FEATURES

• 7-foot rod storage without support
• 12V or 24V bow trolling motor plug and wiring harness
• Trolling motor plug with 60 AMP protection
• Bow mounting trolling motor pad
• Marine grade carpet front deck
• BOW SPORTFLO ELECTRIC-FILLED AERATED LIVEWELL
• STERN SPORTFLO ELECTRIC-FILLED AERATED LIVEWELL
• Stern livewell (44", 77 L/20 U.S. gal.)
• Overflow
• Anti-spill cover
• Protection filter on the filling pump

SEATS

• 6 floor seat bases
• 2 folding seats with no-pinch hinges

HELM

• Twin consoles with steering system
• Glove box
• Drawer under driver helm
• Black anodized walk-thru tempered glass windshield with door
• Deluxe dash panel with switches and indicator lights
• No-FeedBack dual cable steering system
• Storage under consoles
• 12V outlet

INSTRUMENTATION

• Tachometer, speedometer, voltmeter, trim, and fuel gauges

OTHER STANDARD FEATURES

• All the flat surfaces are covered with anti-skid marine grade vinyl
• PrinceTrak System: extrusion allowing onboard tool fixing
• Electric bilge pump
• 2 bow handles
• Navigation lights
• Factory-installed snap fasteners for canvas enclosure and trailer cover options
• Interior light(s)
• 5 handles
• 3 cup holders
• 3 battery holders
• Emergency reboarding ladder
• Transducer(s) mounting plate
• Pressure-treated wood floor

TRAILER STANDARD FEATURES

• Standard galvanized bunk style trailer
• Single axle with swing tongue
• Carpeted fixed bunks and load guides
• Built-in steps and composite fenders
• Vault sealed hubs and swivel tongue jack
• 2" ball coupler
• LED lighting
• Factory balanced steel wheel
• 1 095 kg (2 415 lb) carrying capacity
• Radial tire size : ST205/75R14 C
• Weight: 202 kg (445 lb)

Options

Look and Configuration

• 3D Princecraft® black chrome logo…UE
• Princecraft® special decal package with 3D black chrome logo…UE

Option group

• Fishing Package includes: Tournament Fishing Team graphics, fish ruler, deluxe seat exchange, flat seat base(s) on fishing platform(s), quick rod storage, nets addition under console(s) and on bow platform
• Deluxe Package includes: telescopic stern boarding ladder, 160-watts AM/FM/Bluetooth Jensen® radio with 2 speakers and battery switch

Propulsion and autonomy

• Tilt steering with slider for captain's chair…UE
• SeaStar® hydraulic steering system with tilt wheel and slider for captain's chair...UE (included with 150 HP engine and up)
• Minn Kota® 70 PD V2 trolling motor (24 volts, 60", 70 lb. peak thrust) with bracket
• Minn Kota® 70 Dual spectrum CHIRP trolling motor (24 volts, 60", 70 lb. peak thrust) and bracket
• Minn Kota® Ulterra 80 trolling motor (24 volts, 60", 80 lb. peak thrust) with iPilot and bracket
• Trolling motor onboard charger for 2 - 12V batteries (ProSport 20)
• Kicker option with SeaStar® hydraulic steering Mercury® 9.9 PRO-KICKER with remote control and connecting rod

Comfort and entertainment

• Bow rider seat cushions
• Removable ski pylon
• Seat Package includes: Folding seat, post (11") and seat mount with auto-lock handle
• Deluxe folding seats…UE (replacing standard seats)
• Deluxe Seat Package includes: Folding seat, post (11") and seat mount with auto-lock handle
• Bicycle Seat Package includes: Bicycle seat, adjustable post and seat mount with auto-lock handle
• RSP Combo: Removable aft flip seats and 2 cup holders

Storage and fishing accessories

• Downrigger supports (black)
• Downrigger supports (grey)
• Downrigger supports (blue)
• PrinceTrak storage system
• PrinceTrak accessory and bait tray
• PrinceTrak rod holder (installation plate included)
• PrinceTrak support

Console and electronic

• Sonar Humminbird® PiranhaMAX 4
• Sonar Humminbird® Helix 5 chirp GPS G3 with RAM mount (the bathymetric depth maps are not included)
• Sonar/ GPS Humminbird® Helix 7 G4 with RAM mount (the bathymetric depth maps are not included)
• Sonar/ GPS Humminbird® Helix 7 G4 (built-in) (the bathymetric depth maps are not included)
• Sonar Lowrance® Eagle® 4X with RAM bracket
• Sonar Lowrance® Eagle® 7 Splitshot (the bathymetric depth maps are not included)
• Sonar / GPS Lowrance® Elite FS 7 (the bathymetric depth maps are not included)
• Totalscan sounder for Simrad® includes: down imaging and side imaging
• SmartCraft® gauges (tachometer, speedometer and trim)…UE
• Active trim: automatic trim system

Tops and canvas

• Trailer cover (black)
• Bimini top on windshield includes frame (black)
• Converting a bimini top to full top (black)

Miscellaneous

• Livewell minnow bucket
• Stainless steel propeller model TempestPlus 14 5/8 x 22 for 150 HP PRO-XS…UE

Trailers

• Transom tie down straps…/pair
• Transom saver motor support bar
• ST205/75R14 C galvanized spare wheel with 5 lugs and bracket
• 14" aluminum mag wheels…UE on galvanized model…(2)
• 14" aluminum mag spare wheel and bracket (excludes nuts)