Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion 700i SC 2007 vs Campion Chase 530i 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Campion 700i SC 2007 vs Campion Chase 530i 2012 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 Campion 700i SC 2007 measures 26,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 6,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion Chase 530i 2012 at 19,7 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion 700i SC 2007 tips the scales at 455 lbs — 431 lbs more than the Campion Chase 530i 2012 at 24 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 425 hp, the Campion 700i SC 2007 has a 225-hp advantage over the Campion Chase 530i 2012's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Campion 700i SC 2007 carries 69 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Campion Chase 530i 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Campion 700i SC 2007 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion Chase 530i 2012 at 19,7 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model700i SC
ModelChase 530i
Model Year2007
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise18℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail20.5 in. (52.1 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches20.5
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail41.5 in. (105.5 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches41.5
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail4,550 lbs. (2,068 kg)
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs. (1,089 kg)
Weight - kg2063.84
Weight - kg1088.62
Weight - lbs.455
Weight - lbs.24
Height - Detail6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.91
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches75
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Meters7.31
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet19.67
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 2 in. (7.31 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 8 in. (5.99 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.99
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches236
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail69.2 gal. (262 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail29.3 gal. (111 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters261.19
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Gal69.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29.3
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max425 hp
Engine max200 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum people7