Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Chris-Craft Corsair 28 2010 and the Chris-Craft Launch 28 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 28 2010 at 27,8 ft versus Chris-Craft Launch 28 2008 at 28,0 ft. At 75 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.
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 2010 and Chris-Craft Launch 28 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 28
ModelLaunch 28
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)
Beam10 ft. 0 in. (3.05 m)
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Inches12
Beam - Inches12
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.34 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: 17 in. (48.3 cm) Twin Engine: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] - DetailSingle Engine: 19 in. (48.3 cm) Twin Engine: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - DetailSingle Engine: 35 in. (89 cm) Twin Engine: 33.5 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - DetailSingle Engine: 35 in. (89 cm) Twin Engine: 33.5 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - lbs.75
Weight - lbs.75
Height - Detail6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.96
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches77
Height - Inchesnot available
Length [at waterline]23 ft. 1 in. (6.98 m)
Length [at waterline]not available
Length - Meters8.48
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Feet27.83
Length - Feet28
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 8 in. (9 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 10 in. (8.48 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Meters8.48
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Inches334
Length overall - Inches336
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 8.1 Gi, 375 hp (280 kW)
Operational Info
Headroom47 in. (1.19 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail10 gal. (38 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters37.85
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal1
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available