Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Corsair 22 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 22 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Chris-Craft Corsair 22 2010 and the Chris-Craft Launch 22 2008 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Chris-Craft Corsair 22 2010 at 23,4 ft versus Chris-Craft Launch 22 2008 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chris-Craft Corsair 22 2010 tips the scales at 4 109 lbs — 4 105 lbs more than the Chris-Craft Launch 22 2008 at 4 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 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 Corsair 22 2010 and Chris-Craft Launch 22 2008 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
ModelCorsair 22
ModelLaunch 22
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft 3 in. (2.52 m)
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m)
Beam - Meters0.08
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Inches3
Beam - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. (1.14 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.22
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches48
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (48.26 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (48.26 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - Detail35.75 in. (90.81 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34.75 in. (90.81 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches35.75
Draft [max] - Inches34.75
Weight - Detail4,109 lbs. (1,823 kg)
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,823 kg)
Weight - kg1863.81
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - lbs.4109
Weight - lbs.4
Length - Meters7.14
Length - Meters7.11
Length - Feet23.42
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in. (7.11 m)
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Inches281
Length overall - Inches281
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail58 gal. (219.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail58 gal. (219.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters219.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters219.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal58
Fuel tank capacity - Gal58
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 l Gxi MPI, 270 hp (201 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)