Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 vs Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 vs Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 measures 26,1 feet overall (2021), giving it roughly 7,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 18,8 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 tips the scales at 6 090 lbs — 3 177 lbs more than the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 2 913 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 Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 carries a rated maximum of 350 hp. Engine data for the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 carries 117 gallons versus 34 gallons in the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Chris-Craft Calypso 24 2021 at 26,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 18,8 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail26.10 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 10 in. (5.74 m)
Length - Feet26.1
Length - Feet18.83
Length overall - Meters7.96
Length overall - Meters5.74
Length overall - Inches313
Length overall - Inches226
Beam8.60 ft
Beam7 ft. 11 in. (2.41 m)
Beam - Meters2.62
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches103
Beam - Inches95
Draft [max] - Detail2.90 ft
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.88
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches34
Displacement6090.00 lbs
Displacementnot available
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail46.5 in. (1.18 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.19
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches46.5
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43.2 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches17
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,913 lbs. (1,321 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1321.31
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.2913
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail4 ft. 11 in. (1.47 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.5
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches59
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]15 ft. 6 in. (4.72 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.74
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 2 in. (6.15 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal117
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters442.89
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Engine makeMercury Verado
Engine makenot available
Engine modelSingle V1
Engine modelnot available
Horsepower350 hp
Horsepowernot available
Drive typeoutboard
Drive typeI/O
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Performance
Maximum speed41
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed measureknots
Maximum speed measurenot available
Operational Info
Water capacity14
Water capacitynot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeChris-Craft
Modelnot available
ModelLaunch 20 (2011 Model)
Model Yearnot available
Model Year201
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee