Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 boat specs
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Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009
2009
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Chris-Craft Lancer 22  2007 boat specs
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Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007
2007
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Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 vs Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 vs Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 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 Corsair 28 2009 measures 28,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 at 23,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 tips the scales at 4 109 lbs — 4 034 lbs less than the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 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 Lancer 22 2007 tops out at 270 hp. Engine specs for the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 carries 58 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 28,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeChris-Craft
MakeChris-Craft
ModelCorsair 28
ModelLancer 22
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m)
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Inches12
Beam - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.37
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches54
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailSingle Engine: 19 in. (48.3 cm) Twin Engine: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (48.26 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - DetailSingle Engine: 35 in. (89 cm) Twin Engine: 33.5 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35.75 in. (90.81 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches35.75
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - Detail4,109 lbs. (1,823 kg)
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - kg1863.81
Weight - lbs.75
Weight - lbs.4109
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Meters7.14
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail28 ft. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches281
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail58 gal. (219.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters219.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal58
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0L Gxi MPI
Engine maxnot available
Engine max270 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)

Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 vs Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 or the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007?
The Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 or the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007?
For trailering, the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 has the edge at 75 lbs dry weight versus 4 109 lbs for the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007. 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.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 is certified for 7. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 measures 99" wide, compared to 12" for the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 or the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007?
The Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 has the bigger tank at 58 gallons, versus 15 gallons on the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 and Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2009 and the Chris-Craft Lancer 22 2007 are built by Chris-Craft. 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.