Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT 2019 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT 2019 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 Launch 25 GT 2019 measures 25,8 feet overall (2019), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 18,8 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT 2019 tips the scales at 6 260 lbs — 3 347 lbs less than the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 2 913 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 25 GT 2019 tops out at 350 hp. Engine specs for the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chris-Craft Launch 25 GT 2019 carries 86 gallons versus 34 gallons in the Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 Launch 25 GT 2019 at 25,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 at 18,8 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeChris-Craft
Makenot available
ModelLaunch 20 (2011 Model)
Modelnot available
Model Year201
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 11 in. (2.41 m)
Beam8.60 ft
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.62
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches103
Bridge clearance - Detail46.5 in. (1.18 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.19
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches46.5
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43.2 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail2.80 ft
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.85
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail2,913 lbs. (1,321 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1321.31
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.2913
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - Detail4 ft. 11 in. (1.47 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.5
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches59
Height - Inchesnot available
Length [at waterline]15 ft. 6 in. (4.72 m)
Length [at waterline]not available
Length - Meters5.74
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet18.83
Length - Feet25.8
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 2 in. (6.15 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 10 in. (5.74 m)
Length overall - Detail25.80 ft
Length overall - Meters5.74
Length overall - Meters7.86
Length overall - Inches226
Length overall - Inches310
Displacementnot available
Displacement6260.00 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal86
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeinboard
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelV8 6.2L
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower350 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity19
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower