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2007 Chris Craft 22 Launch Photos
2007 Chris Craft 22 Launch Test Details
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| Length | 22ft / 6.71 m |
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2007 Chris Craft 22 Launch Description
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If you haven't been to a boat show in recent
years, you may not be familiar with some of
the most elegant fibreglass sport boats on the
market today.
Topping the shortlist is Chris-Craft's Launch
22, one of three distinguished open bow models
built by this 131-year-old boat company. Given
its traditional exterior styling and modern-day
performance improvements, some have dubbed it
a retro rocket - as inspiring to drive as it is to look
at.
Like its 25- and 28-foot sister Launches, the
22 is almost in a class of its own. Those familiar
with Chris-Craft's history can well appreciate the
passion that went into building this company. To
our good fortune, the tradition of excellence has
carried into this decade.
The Launch 22 was created to meet the practical
needs of modern families. Bowriders are still
the most popular design on the water, but it's
often difficult to tell one from another. Chris-
Crafts are different. Engineered to meet the
demands of serious performance boaters, Chris-
Craft employs modern-day construction techniques.
Because the 22 is positioned as a premium
sport boat, the quality of each component has not
been compromised.
Inside and out, the 22 displays soft, classic,
rounded lines. Complimenting an immaculate
gelcoat finish is a refined, plush interior, which
begs the question "Is it too nice for everyday use?"
The answer is "No." This boat is designed to
be pushed. Like a high-end luxury sedan, the
Chris-Craft tracks as if on rails and feels superbly
balanced at speed. Powered by MerCruiser's lively
300-hp 350 MAG MPI, the hull reacts instantly
to flicks of the steering wheel, instilling confidence
in the driver.
On plane in a scant 3.2 seconds and staying
there at 19 mph and 2400 rpm, the Launch 22
pulls from 20 to 40 mph in just 5.9 seconds.
Accelerating like a smaller boat, the 22 is sure to
provide boaters of all ages with some thrills.
Spinning a 26" pitch Bravo III propeller, the
engine turned 5400 rpm to deliver a top speed of
56.6 mph (on GPS).
Performance enthusiasts will admire how well
the 22 corners. Free of steps, the hull sets deliberately
when trimmed under and lifts controllably
as it exits the turn. Simply put, it is a fun, safe
boat to drive.
At rest, or perhaps during a tranquil sunset
cruise, one can appreciate the 22's gracious design.
Looking forward towards its bold, softly sculpted
bow, the helm once again blends current technology
with retro-styling featuring large, easy-to-read
gauges.
Every seat in the boat is comfortable and conversational.
The configuration of the U-shaped aft
bench takes full advantage of the 22's wide, 8 foot,
6 inch beam, as do the densely padded seats in the
bow. For sun seekers, the centre cushion forward is
structurally well-supported and completely fills in
this area.
Again, given the 22's generous proportions,
there are plenty of places to stow things. Aside
from the usual under-the-seat compartments, there
is a massive ski locker, in-floor cooler storage and a
lockable glove box that houses the audio system.
Notably, Chris-Craft ingeniously engineered the
engine compartment to accommodate the boat's
hideaway table and canvas.
Chris-Craft has virtually reinvented itself by
bringing back the upscale features that first made it
strong. Teak trim inserts, a heavy-duty rub rail and
each piece of high-quality hardware should not be
taken for granted. From its foredeck anchor locker
aft, the Launch 22 is, to say the least, enduringly
fashionable.
2007 Chris Craft 22 Launch Test Specifications
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Test boat engine: MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI
w/ Bravo III drive, 300 hp, V8, 350 ci / 5.7
L, multi-point EFI (Sequential Fuel Injection
w/DTS). 26" Pitch Bravo III stainless steel
propeller.
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