Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 boat specs
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Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser  2007 boat specs
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Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 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 JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 measures 27,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 at 22,0 feet (2006). At 218 lbs and 305 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 220 hp, the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 has a 45-hp advantage over the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006's 175-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 JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007. 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 JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 is rated for 17 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 JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 27,0 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
ModelJM250SD Jamaica? 250SD Cruiser
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.621 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,180 lbs. (988.8 kg)
Weight - Detail3,050 lbs. (1,383 kg) with 1.136 gal. (4.3 l) MPI MerCruiser engine
Weight - kg988.83
Weight - kg1383.46
Weight - lbs.218
Weight - lbs.305
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 - Meters8.412
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet27
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 6 in. (8.412 m)
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters8.38
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches33
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]25 ft. (7.62 m)
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
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 - Detail38 gal. (143.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max175 hp (129.5 kW)
Engine max220 hp (164.1 kW)
Operational Info
Storage68 cu. ft
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg)
Maximum capacity3,200 lbs. (1,451 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people17 @ 2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityFresh: 2 1/2 gal. (9.464 l)
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 allnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in. (0.64 m)
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2

Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 or the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007?
The Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 is the longer of the two at 27,0 feet overall. The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 comes in at 22,0 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 - TH224 2006 or the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007?
For trailering, the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 has the edge at 218 lbs dry weight versus 305 lbs for the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 is rated to a maximum of 220 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 tops out at 175 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 is certified for 17. 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 - TH224 2006 and Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 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 - TH224 2006 or the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007?
The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 has the bigger tank at 38 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007. That 35-gallon difference translates to roughly 105–175 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 and Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 and the Suncruiser JM250SD Jamaica 250SD Cruiser 2007 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.