Chaparral SSi 275 2009 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2010 is the longer of the two at 28,8 feet overall. The Chaparral SSi 275 2009 comes in at 28,0 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

For trailering, the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 has the edge at 6 800 lbs dry weight versus 7 300 lbs for the Chaparral SSi 275 2009. 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 SSX 276 2010 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral SSi 275 2009 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: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010 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 SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

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 SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 and the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 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 SSi 275 2009 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2010

Chaparral

Chaparral SSi 275 2009

2009

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Chaparral SSX 276 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral SSi 275 2009 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Chaparral SSi 275 2009 is a deep-V design and the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 SSi 275 2009 at 28,0 ft versus Chaparral SSX 276 2010 at 28,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 tips the scales at 7 300 lbs - 500 lbs more than the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 at 6 800 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 SSX 276 2010 has a 100-hp advantage over the Chaparral SSi 275 2009'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.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 and its 525-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 with its 425-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeChaparral

ModelSSi 275

ModelSSX 276

Model Year2009

Model Year2010

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)

Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches108

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

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

Bridge clearance - Meters2.72

Bridge clearance - Meters2.67

Bridge clearance - Inches107

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

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

Weight - kg3311.22

Weight - kg3084.43

Weight - lbs.7300

Weight - lbs.6800

Length - Meters8.79

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet28

Length - Feet28.83

Length - Inches10

Length - Inchesnot available

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

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 8.1L Gi DP 375 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47

Fuel tank capacity - Gal105

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Engine max525 hp (391 kW)

Operational Info

Headroom5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m)

Headroomnot available

Sleeping capacity2

Sleeping capacitynot available

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Maximum peoplenot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (24.6 l)

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

Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Chaparral SSi 275 2009 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2010 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2010 is the longer of the two at 28,8 feet overall. The Chaparral SSi 275 2009 comes in at 28,0 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

For trailering, the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 has the edge at 6 800 lbs dry weight versus 7 300 lbs for the Chaparral SSi 275 2009. 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 SSX 276 2010 is rated to a maximum of 525 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral SSi 275 2009 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.

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

Both the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010 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 SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010?

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 SSi 275 2009 and Chaparral SSX 276 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral SSi 275 2009 and the Chaparral SSX 276 2010 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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