Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sun Tracker Fishin' Barge 22 XP3 2022 vs Sun Tracker Party Barge 190 Classic Series 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sun Tracker Fishin' Barge 22 XP3 2022 vs Sun Tracker Party Barge 190 Classic Series 2009 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Sun Tracker Fishin' Barge 22 XP3 2022 has a 75-hp advantage over the Sun Tracker Party Barge 190 Classic Series 2009's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Sun Tracker Fishin' Barge 22 XP3 2022 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sun Tracker Party Barge 190 Classic Series 2009 at 19,0 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail24.00 ft
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 7.5 in
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters5.99
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches235.5
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,118 lbs. approx. 1,283 lbs. approx. package weight
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg507.12
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1118
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches7.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMercury
Engine makenot available
Horsepower150 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeOther
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeoutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard25 EL FourStroke EFI
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Engine maxnot available
Engine max75 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7 (985 lbs.)
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeSun Tracker
Modelnot available
ModelParty Barge? 190 Classic Series
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2009
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter24 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 5052 marine alloy