Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 boat specs
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Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009
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Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 and the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 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 32 2009 at 31,0 ft versus Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 at 28,0 ft. At 132 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 Corsair 32 2009 carries a rated maximum of 750 hp. Engine data for the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 carries 207 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Chris-Craft Launch 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 Launch 28 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Chris-Craft Launch 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 Corsair 32 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeChris-Craft
MakeChris-Craft
ModelCorsair 32
ModelLaunch 28
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
BeamMaximum: 12 ft. 3 in. (3.73 m) Waterline: 10 ft. 5.5 in. (3.2 m) Transom: 10 ft. 6.5 in. (3.2 m)
Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)
Beam - Meters3.73
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Inches147
Beam - Inches12
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 11 in. (2.1 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail54 in. (1.39 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.11
Bridge clearance - Meters1.37
Bridge clearance - Inches83
Bridge clearance - Inches54
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Weight - Detail13,200 lbs. (5,987 kg)
Weight - Detail7,500 lbs. (3,402 kg)
Weight - kg5987.41
Weight - kg3401.94
Weight - lbs.132
Weight - lbs.75
Height - Detail8 ft. 11.5 in. (2.7 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.74
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches107.5
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Meters9.58
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Feet31
Length - Feet28
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]34 ft. 11 in. (10.64 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail31 ft. 5 in. (9.58 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Meters9.58
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Inches377
Length overall - Inches336
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - DetailSingle Engine: 19 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
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - DetailSingle Engine: 35 in. (89 cm) Twin Engine: 33.5 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches35
Length [at waterline]not available
Length [at waterline]22 ft. 11 in. (6.99 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail207 gal. (783.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters783.58
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Gal207
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max750 hp (559.3 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Water heater capacity37 gal. (140.7 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Maximum people1
Maximum peoplenot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal2
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)

Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 vs Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 or the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009?
The Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 is the longer of the two at 31,0 feet overall. The Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 comes in at 28,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 or the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009?
For trailering, the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 has the edge at 75 lbs dry weight versus 132 lbs for the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009. 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 Corsair 32 2009 has a documented max rating of 750 hp. Engine specifications for the Chris-Craft Launch 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 32 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 is certified for 8. 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 Corsair 32 2009 measures 147" wide, compared to 12" for the Chris-Craft Launch 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 32 2009 or the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009?
The Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 has the bigger tank at 207 gallons, versus 15 gallons on the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009. That 192-gallon difference translates to roughly 576–960 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 and Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Chris-Craft Corsair 32 2009 and the Chris-Craft Launch 28 2009 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.