Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

The Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 comes in at 28,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

For trailering, the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 has the edge at 73 lbs dry weight versus 6 795 lbs for the Chaparral 276 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 SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 276 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 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 carry?

The Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 has an official capacity rating of 8 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 share an 9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 105 gallons and 105 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008

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Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006

2006

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Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 against a deep vee Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 at 28,0 ft versus Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 at 28,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 tips the scales at 6 795 lbs — 6 722 lbs more than the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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 SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 has a 100-hp advantage over the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006's 425-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 105 gal and 105 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

The Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 wasn't available.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 and its 525-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 with its 425-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

Model276 SSi Sportboat

ModelSSi 275 Cuddy Cabin

Model Year2006

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 8 ft. 11 in. (2.72 m) Without Arch: 6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.29

Bridge clearance - Meters2.72

Bridge clearance - Inches9

Bridge clearance - Inches107

Deadrise22℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.66

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] inches26

Draft [drive up] inches2

Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (107 cm)

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

Draft [max] - Meters1.07

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches42

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail6,795 lbs. (3,082 kg)

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

Weight - kg3082.16

Weight - kg3311.22

Weight - lbs.6795

Weight - lbs.73

Length - Meters8.79

Length - Feet28

Length - Inches1

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters8.79

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches346

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

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

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397.4 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47

Fuel tank capacity - Gal105

Drive typeI/O

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Engine max525 hp (391 kW)

Max no of enginesnot available

Max no of engines1

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 Gi MPi DP drive 300 hp

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Operational Info

HeadEnclosed fiberglass

Head1

Water capacity15 gal. (57 l)

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity2

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (23.95 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5

Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 vs Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

The Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 comes in at 28,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 or the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

For trailering, the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 has the edge at 73 lbs dry weight versus 6 795 lbs for the Chaparral 276 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 SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 276 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 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 carry?

The Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 has an official capacity rating of 8 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 share an 9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 105 gallons and 105 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Chaparral 276 SSi Sportboat 2006 and the Chaparral SSi 275 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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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