Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010 vs Campion LS 705i BR 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010 vs Campion LS 705i BR 2005 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 LS 705i BR 2005 measures 24,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010 at 20,8 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion LS 705i BR 2005 tips the scales at 4 627 lbs — 1 456 lbs less than the Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010 at 3 171 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 320 hp, the Campion LS 705i BR 2005 has a 95-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010's 225-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 BR 2005 carries 69 gallons versus 47 gallons in the Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010. 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 LS 705i BR 2005 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion Explorer 552i SC 2010 at 20,8 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
ModelExplorer 552i SC
ModelLS 705i BR
Model Year201
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam18 ft. 2 in. (5.53 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters5.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches218
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17.5 in. (45.5 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20.5 in. (52.1 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] inches17.5
Draft [drive up] inches20.5
Draft [max] - Detail32.5 in. (82.5 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail41.5 in. (105.5 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches32.5
Draft [max] - Inches41.5
Weight - Detail3,171 lbs. (1,441 kg)
Weight - Detail4,627 lbs. (2,103 kg)
Weight - kg1438.34
Weight - kg2098.77
Weight - lbs.3171
Weight - lbs.4627
Height - Detail5 ft. 11 in. (1.8 m)
Height - Detail6 ft. 3 in. (1.90 m)
Height - Meters1.8
Height - Meters1.91
Height - Inches71
Height - Inches75
Length - Feet20.83
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 10 in. (6.36 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.31 m)
Length overall - Meters6.35
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches25
Length overall - Inches288
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]Length Centerline: 23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.31
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 materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail47 gal. (177.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail69.2 gal. (262 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters177.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters261.19
Fuel tank capacity - Gal47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal69.2
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max225 hp
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available