Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 is the longer of the two at 28,8 feet overall. The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 3,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

For trailering, the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 has the edge at 73 lbs dry weight versus 5 234 lbs for the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. 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: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 tops out at 425 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 carry?

The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 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 285 SSX 2013 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. 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 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 has the bigger tank at 102 gallons, versus 79 gallons on the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. That 23-gallon difference translates to roughly 69–115 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 and the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 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 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral 285 SSX 2013

Chaparral

Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006

2006

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Chaparral 285 SSX 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 against a deep vee Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 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 285 SSX 2013 measures 28,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 at 25,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 tips the scales at 5 234 lbs — 5 161 lbs more than the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 at 73 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 525 hp, the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 has a 100-hp advantage over the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006'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 Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 carries 102 gallons versus 79 gallons in the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 is rated for up to 14 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 at 28,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 at 25,0 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

MakeChaparral

Model265 SSi Sportboat

Model285 SSX

Model Year2006

Model Year2013

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 - DetailWith Radar Arch: 7 ft. 1 in. (2.16 m) Without Radar Arch: 5 ft. 8 in. (1.73 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) With Arch: 8 ft. 11 in. (2.72 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.16

Bridge clearance - Meters2.72

Bridge clearance - Inches85

Bridge clearance - Inches107

Deadrise22℃

Deadrise22°

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] inches2

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail5,234 lbs. (2,374 kg)

Weight - Detail7,300 lbs. (3,311 kg)

Weight - kg2374.1

Weight - kg3311.22

Weight - lbs.5234

Weight - lbs.73

Length - Meters7.77

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet25

Length - Feet28.83

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

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

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail79 gal. (299 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail102 gal. (386 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters299.05

Fuel tank capacity - Liters386.11

Fuel tank capacity - Gal79

Fuel tank capacity - Gal102

Drive typeI/O

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Engine max525 hp (391 kW)

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

HeadEnclosed fiberglass head w/ sink, faucet, grab rail and mirror

Headnot available

Water capacity15 gal. (57 l)

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Maximum capacity2,695 lbs

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people14

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Headroomnot available

Headroom5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m)

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity2

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

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

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 is the longer of the two at 28,8 feet overall. The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 3,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

For trailering, the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 has the edge at 73 lbs dry weight versus 5 234 lbs for the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. 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 285 SSX 2013 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 tops out at 425 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 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 carry?

The Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 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 285 SSX 2013 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. 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 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013?

The Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 has the bigger tank at 102 gallons, versus 79 gallons on the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006. That 23-gallon difference translates to roughly 69–115 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 265 SSi Sportboat 2006 and the Chaparral 285 SSX 2013 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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