Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012?

For trailering, the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 has the edge at 5 200 lbs dry weight versus 6 800 lbs for the Chaparral 287 SSX 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 carry?

The Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 has an official capacity rating of 14 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison - verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005. 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012?

The Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 79 gallons on the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005. That 26-gallon difference translates to roughly 78–130 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 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.

Boat Comparison

Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral 287 SSX 2012

Chaparral

Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005

2005

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Chaparral 287 SSX 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral 287 SSX 2012: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 are modified-V designs, so 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?

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 425 hp for the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and 430 hp for the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 carries 105 gallons versus 79 gallons in the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model260 SSi Sportboat

Model287 SSX

Model Year2005

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 8 in. (1.73 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Radar Arch: 8 ft. 9 in. (2.67 m) Without Radar Arch: 6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.73

Bridge clearance - Meters2.67

Bridge clearance - Inches68

Bridge clearance - Inches105

Deadrise22℃

Deadrise22°

Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] inches20

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail5,200 lbs. (2,359 kg)

Weight - Detail6,800 lbs. (3,084 kg)

Weight - kg2358.68

Weight - kg3084.43

Weight - lbs.5200

Weight - lbs.6800

Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 9 in. (8.46 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters7.77

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches306

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet28.83

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMercury: 300 hp Volvo: 280 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail79 gal. (299 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters299.05

Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47

Fuel tank capacity - Gal79

Fuel tank capacity - Gal105

Engine max425 hp (317 kw)

Engine max430 hp (321 kW)

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

HeadEnclosed Fiberglass

Headnot available

Water capacity15 gal. (57 l)

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Maximum people14

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Holding tank capacity - Detail14 gal. (53 l) - Optional

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters53

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Gal14

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 vs Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 - Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012?

For trailering, the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 has the edge at 5 200 lbs dry weight versus 6 800 lbs for the Chaparral 287 SSX 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.

How many passengers can the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 carry?

The Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 has an official capacity rating of 14 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 287 SSX 2012 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005. 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 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 or the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012?

The Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 79 gallons on the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005. That 26-gallon difference translates to roughly 78–130 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 260 SSi Sportboat 2005 and the Chaparral 287 SSX 2012 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.

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