Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 boat specs
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Grady-White Canyon 366 2009
2009
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Grady-White Chase 273 2007 boat specs
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Grady-White Chase 273 2007
2007
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Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 vs Grady-White Chase 273 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 vs Grady-White Chase 273 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 1 050 hp, the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 has a 550-hp advantage over the Grady-White Chase 273 2007's 500-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Grady-White Chase 273 2007 carries 205 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Grady-White Canyon 366 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 Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Grady-White Chase 273 2007 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 36,6 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Grady-White Chase 273 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeGrady-White
MakeGrady-White
ModelCanyon 366
ModelChase 273
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 2 in. (4.01 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters4.01
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches158
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. (2.74 m) with T-top
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (with T-top 8 ft. 3 in.)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Depth - DetailCockpit: 28 in. (0.71 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - DetailHull: 29 in. (0.74 m)
Draft [max] - Detail17 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Meters0.43
Draft [max] - Inches29
Draft [max] - Inches17
Weight - DetailWithout Engines: TBD
Weight - Detail4,843 lbs
Width [transom] - Detail11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Width [transom] - Detail7 ft. 10 in
Length - Feet36.58
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Detail36 ft. 7 in. (11.15 m)
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Meters11.15
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Inches439
Length overall - Inches323
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise18.5℃ with SeaV℃ hull (continuously variable vee)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg2196.75
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.4843
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail420 gal. (1,590 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail205 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1589.87
Fuel tank capacity - Liters776.01
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal205
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max1,050 hp (783 kW)
Engine max500 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity65 gal. (246.1 l)
Water capacitynot available

Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 vs Grady-White Chase 273 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 or the Grady-White Chase 273 2007?
The Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 is the longer of the two at 36,6 feet overall. The Grady-White Chase 273 2007 comes in at 26,0 feet, making it roughly 10,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 is rated to a maximum of 1 050 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Grady-White Chase 273 2007 tops out at 500 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Grady-White Chase 273 2007 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 Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 measures 158" wide, compared to 102" for the Grady-White Chase 273 2007. 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 Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 or the Grady-White Chase 273 2007?
The Grady-White Chase 273 2007 has the bigger tank at 205 gallons, versus 42 gallons on the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009. That 163-gallon difference translates to roughly 489–815 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 and Grady-White Chase 273 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Grady-White Canyon 366 2009 and the Grady-White Chase 273 2007 are built by Grady-White. 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.