Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Supra Launch 21 V 2007 vs Supra SA450 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Supra Launch 21 V 2007 vs Supra SA450 2013 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Supra Launch 21 V 2007 at 21,0 ft versus Supra SA450 2013 at 22,5 ft. At 34 lbs and 43 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 450 hp, the Supra SA450 2013 has a 110-hp advantage over the Supra Launch 21 V 2007's 340-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 4 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 13 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Supra SA450 2013 and its 450-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Supra Launch 21 V 2007 with its 340-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
ModelLaunch 21 V
ModelSA45
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches1
Draft [max] - Detail25 in
Draft [max] - Detail26 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.64
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inches25
Draft [max] - Inches26
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs
Weight - Detail4,300 lbs
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg1950.45
Weight - lbs.34
Weight - lbs.43
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet22.5
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 0 in
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters6.45
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Inches254
Length overall - Inches27
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardIndmar Assault 5.7 l, 325 hp MPI, V-8
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Drive typeV-drive
Drive typeV-drive
Engine max340 hp
Engine maxnot available
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower450 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,775 lbs
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs
Maximum people13
Maximum people13
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 2 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightWith boat: 4,250 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available