Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 vs Campion LX 925i MC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 vs Campion LX 925i MC 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 measures 30,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 27,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Campion LX 925i MC 2008 at 3,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Campion LX 925i MC 2008 tips the scales at 10 466 lbs — 2 589 lbs less than the Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010 at 7 877 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 640 hp, the Campion LX 925i MC 2008 has a 215-hp advantage over the Campion Explorer 822i SC 2010's 425-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 Explorer 822i SC 2010 carries 147 gallons versus 111 gallons in the Campion LX 925i MC 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 1 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 Explorer 822i SC 2010 at 30,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Campion LX 925i MC 2008 at 3,0 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 822i SC
ModelLX 925i MC
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in.(2.9 m)
Beam10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters3.15
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches124
Deadrise19.5°
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in. (62.5 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [max] - Detail35.5 in. (90.02 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail46 in. (115 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters1.17
Draft [max] - Inches35.5
Draft [max] - Inches46
Weight - Detail7,877 lbs. (3,572.9 kg)
Weight - Detail10,466 lbs. (4,757 kg)
Weight - kg3572.94
Weight - kg4747.29
Weight - lbs.7877
Weight - lbs.10466
Height - Detail10 ft. 8 in. (3.25 m)
Height - Detail12 ft. 1 in. (3.68 m)
Height - Meters3.25
Height - Meters3.68
Height - Inches128
Height - Inches145
Length - Feet30.25
Length - Feet3
Length [over all with swim platform]30 ft. 3 in. (9.22 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters9.14
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail30 ft. 0 in. (9.14 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters9.14
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches36
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail146.5 gal. (554.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail111 gal. (420 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters556.46
Fuel tank capacity - Liters420.18
Fuel tank capacity - Gal146.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal111
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine max425 hp
Engine max640 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity22 gal. (83 l)
Water capacityFresh: 14 gal. (53 l) Grey: 11 gal. (41.6 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Maximum people1
Maximum people1
Holding tank capacity - Detail14 gal. (53 l) Grey: 27.3 gal. (103 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.5 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters102.21
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Gal27.3
Holding tank capacity - Gal3