Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 vs Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

For trailering, the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has the edge at 1 985 lbs dry weight versus 3 922 lbs for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has a documented max rating of 150 hp. Engine specifications for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is certified for 16. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has the bigger tank at 27 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. That 3-gallon difference translates to roughly 9–15 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 are built by Suncruiser. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 vs Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009

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Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 vs Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 vs Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 measures 24,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 at 19,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 tips the scales at 3 922 lbs — 1 937 lbs less than the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 at 1 985 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 27 gal and 24 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 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 Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSuncruiser

ModelAngler Series - TH194

ModelLS240SD Cruiser

Model Year2006

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Weight - Detail1,985 lbs. (900.3 kg)

Weight - Detail3,835 lbs. (1,739 kg) with 4.3 l 3,922 lbs. (1,779 kg) with 5.0 l

Weight - kg900.38

Weight - kg1778.99

Weight - lbs.1985

Weight - lbs.3922

Width [transom] - Detail7 ft. 1 in. (2.15 m)

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Height [transom]20 in

Height [transom]not available

Length - Meters5.79

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet19

Length - Feet24

Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in. (5.79 m)

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.3 m) Boat With Motor: 26 ft. (7.9 m)

Length overall - Meters5.79

Length overall - Meters7.92

Length overall - Inches228

Length overall - Inches312

Length [deck]not available

Length [deck]23 ft. 8 in. (7.2 m)

Body / Hull

Hull thickness.110 in

Hull thicknessnot available

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialAluminum

Hull typenot available

Hull typePontoon

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail27 gal. (102 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters102.21

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Gal27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O

Engine max150 hp (111 kW)

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Storage54 cu. ft

Storagenot available

Maximum capacity2,050 lbs. (929.8 kg)

Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)

Maximum people1

Maximum people16 @ 2,330 lbs. (1,057 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailLB-3050-82-SB-BL painted bunk trailer with brakes

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in

Trailer - Length over all30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m)

Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in

Trailer - Widthnot available

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameternot available

Tube diameter25 in. (.64 m)

Tube gaugenot available

Tube gauge.08 in. (2.05 mm)

Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 vs Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

For trailering, the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has the edge at 1 985 lbs dry weight versus 3 922 lbs for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has a documented max rating of 150 hp. Engine specifications for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is certified for 16. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 or the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009?

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 has the bigger tank at 27 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. That 3-gallon difference translates to roughly 9–15 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH194 2006 and the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 are built by Suncruiser. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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