Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 at 22,0 ft versus Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 at 22,0 ft. At 218 lbs and 215 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 has a 60-hp advantage over the Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 carries 38 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Suncruiser Cruiser Series - JM220 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSuncruiser
MakeSuncruiser
ModelAngler Series - TH224
ModelCruiser Series - JM22
Model Year2006
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,180 lbs. (988.8 kg)
Weight - DetailStandard: 1,890 lbs. (857 kg) XL Option: 2,150 lbs. (975 kg)
Weight - kg988.83
Weight - kg975.22
Weight - lbs.218
Weight - lbs.215
Width [transom] - Detail7 ft. 1 in. (2.15 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters6.7
Length - Meters6.7
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches264
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Body / Hull
Hull thickness.110 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal. (143.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max175 hp (129.5 kW)
Engine maxStandard: 115 hp (85 kW) XL Option: 135 hp (100 kW)
Operational Info
Storage68 cu. ft
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg)
Maximum capacityStandard: 2,400 lbs. (1,088 kg) XL Option: 2,800 lbs. (1,270 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum peopleStandard: 14 XL Option: 15
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailLTB-4500-82-SB-BL painted bunk trailer with brakes
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 0 in
Trailer - Length over all30 ft. 0 in
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge.080 in