Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 boat specs
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Centurion Typhoon C4 2008
2008
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Centurion Wave 2010 boat specs
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Centurion Wave 2010
2010
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Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 vs Centurion Wave 2010 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 and the Centurion Wave 2010 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 at 23,0 ft versus Centurion Wave 2010 at 20,9 ft. At 42 lbs and 28 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Centurion Wave 2010 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Centurion Wave 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCenturion
MakeCenturion
ModelTyphoon C4
ModelWave
Model Year2008
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam100 in. (2.54 m)
Beam90 in. (2.28 m)
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches9
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)
Draft [max] - Detail23 in. (0.58 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.58
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches23
Weight - Detail4,200 lbs. (1,905 kg)
Weight - Detail2,800 lbs. (1,270 kg)
Weight - kg1905.09
Weight - kg1270.06
Weight - lbs.42
Weight - lbs.28
Length - Meters7.01
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet20.92
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in. (7.01 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.09 m)
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Meters6.38
Length overall - Inches276
Length overall - Inches251
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser Mag 350 MPI (315 php)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal. (174 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (128 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeV-drive
Operational Info
Maximum people14
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailColor-matched with swing-away tongue

Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 vs Centurion Wave 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 or the Centurion Wave 2010?
The Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Centurion Wave 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 2,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 or the Centurion Wave 2010?
For trailering, the Centurion Wave 2010 has the edge at 28 lbs dry weight versus 42 lbs for the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Centurion Wave 2010 is certified for 6. 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 Centurion Wave 2010 measures 9" wide, compared to 1" for the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008. 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 Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 or the Centurion Wave 2010?
The Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 has the bigger tank at 46 gallons, versus 34 gallons on the Centurion Wave 2010. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 and Centurion Wave 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Centurion Typhoon C4 2008 and the Centurion Wave 2010 are built by Centurion. 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.