Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 25 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Chris-Craft Launch 20 (2011 Model) 2010 vs Chris-Craft Launch 25 2006 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 2006 measures 25,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 6,2 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 20 (2011 Model) 2010 tips the scales at 2 913 lbs — 2 867 lbs more than the Chris-Craft Launch 25 2006 at 46 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.
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 2006 at 25,0 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
MakeChris-Craft
ModelLaunch 20 (2011 Model)
ModelLaunch 25
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 11 in. (2.41 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches102
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℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43.2 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail2,913 lbs. (1,321 kg)
Weight - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,087 kg)
Weight - kg1321.31
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - lbs.2913
Weight - lbs.46
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 - Meters7.62
Length - Feet18.83
Length - Feet25
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 ft. 0 in. (7.62 m)
Length overall - Meters5.74
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Inches226
Length overall - Inches3
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 - Detail82 gal. (310 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters310.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal82
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 l Gi MPI, 280 hp (209 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum peoplenot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity9 gal. (34 l)