Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 vs Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

For trailering, the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 has the edge at 218 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 SD224 Angler 2011 has a documented max rating of 175 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 16 passengers, while the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 is certified for 12. 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

The Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 has the bigger tank at 38 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. That 14-gallon difference translates to roughly 42–70 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 vs Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011

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Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 vs Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a pontoon Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 against a modified vee Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 at 24,0 ft versus Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 tips the scales at 3 922 lbs — 3 704 lbs more than the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 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 Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 tops out at 175 hp. Engine specs for the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 carries 38 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 caps at 12. 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 SD224 Angler 2011 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

ModelLS240SD Cruiser

ModelSD224 Angler

Model Year2009

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

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

Weight - Detail2,180 lbs. (988 kg)

Weight - kg1778.99

Weight - kg988.83

Weight - lbs.3922

Weight - lbs.218

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

Length [deck]not available

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet22

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

Length overall - Detail22 ft. (6.7 m)

Length overall - Meters7.92

Length overall - Meters6.71

Length overall - Inches312

Length overall - Inches264

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Width [transom] - Detail85 in. (2.15 m)

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]20 in. (0.50 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull typePontoon

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull thicknessnot available

Hull thickness0.110 in. (2.79 mm)

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameter25 in. (.64 m)

Tube diameternot available

Tube gauge.08 in. (2.05 mm)

Tube gaugenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal. (144 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal38

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeOutboard

Engine maxnot available

Engine max175 hp (130 kW)

Operational Info

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

Maximum capacity2,404 lbs. (1,090 kg)

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

Maximum people12 / 1,660 lbs. (753 kg)

Trailer Info

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

Trailer - Length over all26 ft. (7.9 m)

Trailer - Widthnot available

Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 vs Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

The Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

For trailering, the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 has the edge at 218 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 SD224 Angler 2011 has a documented max rating of 175 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 16 passengers, while the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 is certified for 12. 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 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 LS240SD Cruiser 2009 or the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011?

The Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 has the bigger tank at 38 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009. That 14-gallon difference translates to roughly 42–70 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Suncruiser LS240SD Cruiser 2009 and the Suncruiser SD224 Angler 2011 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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