Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 boat specs
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Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008
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Chaparral SSi 220  Bow Rider 2008 boat specs
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Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 vs Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 against a deep vee Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 measures 21,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 tips the scales at 3 355 lbs — 2 990 lbs more than the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 at 365 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 300 hp for the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 and 320 hp for the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008. 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 SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 carries 56 gallons versus 47 gallons in the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeChaparral
MakeChaparral
ModelSSi 210 Bow Rider
ModelSSi 220 Bow Rider
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower: 7 ft. 2 in. (2.18 m) Without Wakeboard Tower: 4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Wakeboard Tower: 8 ft. 5 in. (2.57 m) Without Wakeboard Tower: 5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.18
Bridge clearance - Meters2.57
Bridge clearance - Inches86
Bridge clearance - Inches101
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.58
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inches23
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,355 lbs. (1,522 kg)
Weight - Detail3,650 lbs. (1,656 kg)
Weight - kg1521.8
Weight - kg1655.61
Weight - lbs.3355
Weight - lbs.365
Length - Meters6.25
Length - Meters6.55
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]22 ft. 0 in. (6.71 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches246
Length overall - Inches258
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines1
Max no of engines1
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GL SX drive 220 hp
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi MPi SX drive 270 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail47 gal. (178 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters177.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal47
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max300 hp (224 kW)
Engine max320 hp (239 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,405 lbs. (637.3 kg)
Maximum capacity1,625 lbs. (737.1 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum people12

Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 vs Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 or the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008?
The Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 19,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 or the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008?
For trailering, the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 has the edge at 365 lbs dry weight versus 3 355 lbs for the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 tops out at 300 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 people can each boat hold?
The Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 is certified for 12. 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 Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 99" for the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 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 Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 or the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008?
The Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 47 gallons on the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008. That 9-gallon difference translates to roughly 27–45 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 and Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Chaparral SSi 210 Bow Rider 2008 and the Chaparral SSi 220 Bow Rider 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.