Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Catalina 26 2009 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Chris-Craft Catalina 26 2009 against a modified vee Chris-Craft Launch 28 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Chris-Craft Catalina 26 2009 at 26,0 ft versus Chris-Craft Launch 28 2013 at 27,8 ft. At 59 lbs and 75 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Chris-Craft Launch 28 2013 tops out at 375 hp. Engine specs for the Chris-Craft Catalina 26 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Catalina 26 2009 carries 154 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Catalina 26 2009 and Chris-Craft Launch 28 2013 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeChris-Craft
MakeChris-Craft
ModelCatalina 26
ModelLaunch 28
Model Year2009
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches12
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m) With T-Top and all Options: 9 ft. 6 in. (2.90 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.34 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.9
Bridge clearance - Meters1.37
Bridge clearance - Inches114
Bridge clearance - Inches54
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [max] - Detail18 in. (45 cm)
Draft [max] - DetailSingle Engine: 25 in. (89 cm) Twin Engine: 33.5 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.46
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches18
Draft [max] - Inches33.5
Weight - DetailWith T-top: 6,079 lbs. (2,757 kg) Without T-top: 5,900 lbs. (2,676 kg)
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - kg2676.19
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - lbs.59
Weight - lbs.75
Height - DetailWith T-Top: 10 ft. 4 in. (3.17 m) Without T-Top: 6 ft. 8 in. (2.07 m)
Height - Detail6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Height - Meters3.15
Height - Meters1.96
Height - Inches124
Height - Inches77
Length [at waterline]21 ft. 11 in. (6.68 m)
Length [at waterline]23 ft. 1 in. (6.98 m)
Length - Meters8.1
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet27.83
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in. (8.1 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 10 in. (8.48 m)
Length overall - Meters8.08
Length overall - Meters8.48
Length overall - Inches318
Length overall - Inches334
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - DetailSingle Engine: 17 in. (48.3 cm) Twin Engine: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches2
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 8 in. (9 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail154 gal. (583 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters582.95
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Gal154
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine makenot available
Engine makeVolvo
Engine modelnot available
Engine model8.1L Gi
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower375 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail10 gal. (38 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters37.85
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal1