Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion Chase 650i BR 2012 vs Campion LS 705i SC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Campion Chase 650i BR 2012 vs Campion LS 705i SC 2008 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Campion Chase 650i BR 2012 at 25,1 ft versus Campion LS 705i SC 2008 at 26,0 ft. At 421 lbs and 455 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 380 hp, the Campion Chase 650i BR 2012 has a 60-hp advantage over the Campion LS 705i SC 2008's 320-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 LS 705i SC 2008 carries 69 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Campion Chase 650i BR 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 9 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Campion Chase 650i BR 2012 and its 380-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Campion LS 705i SC 2008 with its 320-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
ModelChase 650i BR
ModelLS 705i SC
Model Year2012
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail15 in. (38.1 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20.5 in. (52.1 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [drive up] inches20.5
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (81.25 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail41.5 in. (105.5 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches41.5
Weight - Detail4,210 lbs. (1,914 kg)
Weight - Detail4,550 lbs. (2,068 kg)
Weight - kg1909.62
Weight - kg2063.84
Weight - lbs.421
Weight - lbs.455
Height - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)
Height - Detail6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
Height - Meters1.88
Height - Meters1.91
Height - Inches74
Height - Inches75
Length - Feet25.08
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 1 in. (7.65 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters7.65
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches301
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.98
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 2 in. (7.98 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56.4 gal. (213.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail69.2 gal. (262 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters261.19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal69.2
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max380 hp
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people9
Maximum people9