Legend returns

The designers have completely reimagined the boat's exterior: the hull lines have become even more dynamic, while stainless steel accents and genuine teak inlays underscore the model's premium status without disrupting the harmony between elegance and functionality. Every detail here represents a step forward — but a measured one, with no desire to stray from the philosophy and classic design code that make Chris-Craft so beloved.

Yet the first thing that catches your eye when approaching the new Launch 27 is the windscreen. Curved, almost panoramic, it now wraps around nearly half the cockpit, creating a sense of protection while visually expanding the boat's interior space.

This curvature accentuates the sleek lines of the Chris-Craft Launch 27, instantly setting it apart from other boats in any marina worldwide. Moreover, this design solution provides the captain with better visibility and shields passengers from oncoming wind.

The spacious cockpit of the new Launch 27 accommodates a large group in royal comfort — there are more seats, all thoughtfully designed with guests' freedom of movement in mind. The upholstery materials for the seats and sofas feel softer to the touch and are easier to maintain — a detail any owner familiar with the ravages of salt spray and wet swimwear will appreciate.

For convenient and safe access to the cockpit, the engineers have included folding steps with handrails — a small touch that speaks volumes about the shipyard's attentive care for the future owner. Under the seats, you will find spacious storage compartments: easily large enough for watersports gear, provisions, and all the things that stay out of sight while you enjoy a day on the water.

A teak table and neat cup holder recesses add a sense of cosiness, while evening lighting softly outlines the relaxation areas as the sun dips below the horizon. The Chris-Craft Launch 27 comes as standard with a folding bimini top, and for the first time, an electric bimini is available as an option: one push of a button, and within seconds, the cockpit is protected from sun or rain. Also on the options list is an electric toilet with a macerator — a welcome addition for those planning to spend entire days on the water.

The helm station on the Launch 27 is arranged to make the captain feel completely at ease. Central to this concept are the forward seats: they have been widened and now feature a new, denser yet more resilient foam, while the backrests include storage compartments lined with lacquered teak panels — both beautiful and functional. Both seats can be rotated to face the aft sofa, transforming the cockpit into a cosy lounge area. And for passengers seated on the aft and forward sofas, the engineers have added stainless steel handrails — a simple but important detail that provides extra confidence when the boat picks up speed.

Classic dashboard elements — round gauges and chrome accents — are complemented by an ultra-wide Garmin 1543 XSV display, which consolidates control of all the boat's systems. Navigation, engine parameters, multimedia — everything is at your fingertips, requiring no unnecessary movements from the captain.

Standard equipment on the new boat includes an audio system with a Fusion head unit and four JL Sport M3 speakers. For those seeking the ultimate sound quality, an optional JL Audio system is available, specially tuned by engineers to the acoustics of the Chris-Craft's open cockpit.

The stern of the Chris-Craft Launch 27 is a full-fledged waterside relaxation area. The swim platform wraps around the stern on three sides — a feature that will be appreciated by swimmers and sunbathers alike. A folding step makes entering and exiting the water easier, while an integrated safety system prevents the engine from starting when the step is deployed. A simple but effective mechanism: when someone is in the water, the risk of accidental engine engagement is eliminated.

The engine hatch cover is fitted with sun loungers, creating a spacious sunbathing area, with the centre section designed to be removable for easy access from the stern to the cockpit.

This thoughtful ergonomics transform the space aboard the Chris-Craft Launch 27 into a living, multifunctional environment that adapts effortlessly to the rhythm of your day: morning yoga on the sun pad, afternoon jumps into the water from the swim platform, evening cocktails under the sunset sky in the cockpit.

Chris-Craft has been building boats since 1874, and every new model carries that unmistakable "American chic" that has captured the hearts of yachtsmen on both sides of the Atlantic for ages. The updated Launch 27 proves that classics are not afraid of change. And perhaps that is the finest compliment one can pay to a bowrider with a century-and-a-half heritage. Indeed, there is no desperate urge to astonish at all costs — instead, there is quiet confidence and attention to what truly matters: comfort, safety, and pure, unencumbered enjoyment of a day on the water for the owner and their guests.