Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 boat specs
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Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012
2012
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Chaparral Signature 350  2011 boat specs
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Chaparral Signature 350 2011
2011
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Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 vs Chaparral Signature 350 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 against a deep vee Chaparral Signature 350 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely 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 Chaparral Signature 350 2011 measures 35,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 15,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 at 19,3 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 tips the scales at 266 lbs — 132 lbs more than the Chaparral Signature 350 2011 at 134 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 760 hp, the Chaparral Signature 350 2011 has a 535-hp advantage over the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 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 Chaparral Signature 350 2011 carries 17 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 is rated for up to 9 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral Signature 350 2011 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Chaparral Signature 350 2011 at 35,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 at 19,3 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
MakeChaparral
MakeChaparral
Model19 Ski & Fish
ModelSignature 35
Model Year2012
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Beam11 ft. 3 in. (3.43 m)
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters3.43
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches135
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower: 7 ft. 2 in. (2.18 m) Without Wakeboard Tower: 4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.18
Bridge clearance - Meters3.4
Bridge clearance - Inches86
Bridge clearance - Inches134
Deadrise18°
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in. (33 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in. (64 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail2,660 lbs. (1,207 kg)
Weight - Detail13,400 lbs. (6,078 kg)
Weight - kg1206.55
Weight - kg6078.13
Weight - lbs.266
Weight - lbs.134
Length - Feet19.33
Length - Feet35
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.89
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches232
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]35 ft. (10.67 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail170 gal. (644 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters643.52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal17
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine max225 hp (168 kW)
Engine max760 hp (567 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people9
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity6
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity45 gal. (170 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal28

Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 vs Chaparral Signature 350 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 or the Chaparral Signature 350 2011?
The Chaparral Signature 350 2011 is the longer of the two at 35,0 feet overall. The Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 comes in at 19,3 feet, making it roughly 15,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 or the Chaparral Signature 350 2011?
For trailering, the Chaparral Signature 350 2011 has the edge at 134 lbs dry weight versus 266 lbs for the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012. 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 Chaparral Signature 350 2011 is rated to a maximum of 760 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 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 passengers can the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 carry?
The Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 has an official capacity rating of 9 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Chaparral Signature 350 2011 measures 135" wide, compared to 9" for the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 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 Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 or the Chaparral Signature 350 2011?
The Chaparral Signature 350 2011 has the bigger tank at 17 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012. That 14-gallon difference translates to roughly 42–70 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 and Chaparral Signature 350 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Chaparral 19 Ski & Fish 2012 and the Chaparral Signature 350 2011 are built by Chaparral. 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.