Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007 vs Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007 vs Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 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 22 SSV 2007 at 22,0 ft versus Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 at 24,0 ft. At 3 950 lbs and 3 950 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 450 hp for the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007 and 450 hp for the Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 carries 52 gallons versus 40 gallons in the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007. 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 Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007 caps at 15. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Supra Launch Gravity 24 SSV 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 16 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Supra Launch 22 SSV 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 15 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelLaunch 22 SSV
ModelLaunch Gravity 24 SSV
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches100
Beam - Inches102
Draft [max] - Detail25 in.
Draft [max] - Detail26 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.64
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inches25
Draft [max] - Inches26
Weight - Detail3,950 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,950 lbs.
Weight - kg1791.69
Weight - kg1791.69
Weight - lbs.3950
Weight - lbs.3950
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 6 in.
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft.
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail24 ft.
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches270
Length overall - Inches288
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 standardIndmar Assualt V8, 5.7 l, EFI (340 hp) with E-Z cruise control
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Drive typeV-drive
Drive typeV-drive
Engine max450 hp
Engine max450 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,100 lbs.
Maximum capacity2,300 lbs.
Maximum people15
Maximum people16
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 4 in.
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightWith boat: 5,050 lbs.
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailTandem-axle with swingaway tongue, color-matched