Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
PlayCraft Sport Cruiser 2000 2012 vs PlayCraft Ultra Deck Series 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a pontoon PlayCraft Sport Cruiser 2000 2012 against a planing hull PlayCraft Ultra Deck Series 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
The PlayCraft Sport Cruiser 2000 2012 carries a rated maximum of 90 hp. Engine data for the PlayCraft Ultra Deck Series 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 8 gal and 7 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 1 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: The PlayCraft Ultra Deck Series 2009 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The PlayCraft Sport Cruiser 2000 2012 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakePlayCraft
MakePlayCraft
ModelSport Cruiser 2
ModelUltra Deck Series
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 0 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,600 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg725.75
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePlaning Hull
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter24 in
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.080 in
Tube gaugenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 - 80 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 - 70 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max90 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,025 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people1
Maximum people1