Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005 at 28,0 ft versus Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 at 29,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 tips the scales at 10 825 lbs — 10 750 lbs less than the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005 at 75 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 Launch 28 GT 2022 tops out at 350 hp. Engine specs for the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 carries 85 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2005. 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 Corsair 28 2005 and Chris-Craft Launch 28 GT 2022 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
Makenot available
ModelCorsair 28
Modelnot available
Model Year2005
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 0 in. (3.05 m)
Beam8.50 ft
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches12
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - DetailSingle engine: 19 in. (48.3 cm) Twin engine: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - DetailSingle engine: 35 in. (89 cm) Twin engine: 33.5 in (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail3.00 ft
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.75
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet29
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Detail29.00 ft
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters8.84
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches348
Displacementnot available
Displacement10825.00 lbs
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 8.1 Gi, 375 hp (280 kw) SX (Single Prop) Drive
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeinboard
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelV8 6.2L
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower350 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l) Closed transom: 9 gal. (34 l) Walk-thru
Water capacity2
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower