Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 vs Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008 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 Angler Series - TH224 2006 measures 22,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008 tips the scales at 1 701 lbs — 1 483 lbs less than the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 at 218 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 has a 85-hp advantage over the Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008's 90-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 24 gallons in the Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Suncruiser Angler Series - TH224 2006 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Suncruiser LS200 Cruiser 2008 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
MakeSuncruiser
MakeSuncruiser
ModelAngler Series - TH224
ModelLS200 Cruiser
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,180 lbs. (988.8 kg)
Weight - Detail1,701 lbs
Weight - kg988.83
Weight - kg771.56
Weight - lbs.218
Weight - lbs.1701
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 - Metersnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches24
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]19 ft. 8 in
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 - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max175 hp (129.5 kW)
Engine max90 hp
Operational Info
Storage68 cu. ft
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg)
Maximum capacity2,248 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 @ 1,746 lbs
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 all26 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge.080 in