Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 boat specs
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Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012
2012
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Campion LX 825 MC 2009 boat specs
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Campion LX 825 MC 2009
2009
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Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 vs Campion LX 825 MC 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 is a deep-V design and the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 measures 27,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 at 23,5 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 tips the scales at 8 422 lbs - 5 802 lbs less than the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 at 2 620 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 LX 825 MC 2009 has a 200-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012'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 LX 825 MC 2009 carries 111 gallons versus 71 gallons in the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 12 passengers and at 27,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCampion
MakeCampion
ModelExplorer 622 WA
ModelLX 825 MC
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. (2.44 m)
Beam9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.84
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches112
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise19.5℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (45 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail44 in. (112 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches44
Weight - Detail2,620 lbs. (1,191 kg)
Weight - Detail8,422 lbs. (3,828 kg)
Weight - kg1188.41
Weight - kg3820.15
Weight - lbs.2620
Weight - lbs.8422
Height - Detail5 ft. 9 in. (1.75 m)
Height - Detail9 ft. 1 in. (2.77 m)
Height - Meters1.75
Height - Meters2.77
Height - Inches69
Height - Inches109
Length - Feet23.5
Length - Feet27
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 10 in. (8.48 m)
Length overall - Meters7.16
Length overall - Meters8.48
Length overall - Inches282
Length overall - Inches334
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.48
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches10
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70.5 gal. (267.4 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail111 gal. (420 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters268.76
Fuel tank capacity - Liters420.18
Fuel tank capacity - Gal70.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal111
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max225 hp
Engine max425 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people8
Maximum people12
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityFresh: 22 gal. (83 l) Grey: 30 gal. (113.5 l) Hot: 6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail14 gal. (53 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters53
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal14

Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 vs Campion LX 825 MC 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 or the Campion LX 825 MC 2009?
The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 is the longer of the two at 27,0 feet overall. The Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 comes in at 23,5 feet, making it roughly 3,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 or the Campion LX 825 MC 2009?
For trailering, the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 has the edge at 2 620 lbs dry weight versus 8 422 lbs for the Campion LX 825 MC 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 tops out at 225 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 measures 112" wide, compared to 96" for the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 or the Campion LX 825 MC 2009?
The Campion LX 825 MC 2009 has the bigger tank at 111 gallons, versus 71 gallons on the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012. That 40-gallon difference translates to roughly 121–202 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 and Campion LX 825 MC 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Campion Explorer 622 WA 2012 and the Campion LX 825 MC 2009 are built by Campion. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.