Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 vs Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 or the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

The Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 comes in at 31,0 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 or the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

For trailering, the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 has the edge at 7 100 lbs dry weight versus 7 900 lbs for the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012. 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 has a documented max rating of 600 hp. Engine specifications for the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is certified for 10. 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 share an 97 in. 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 145 gallons and 145 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 are built by Sunsation. 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

Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 vs Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012

Sunsation

Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008

2008

View full specs →

Sunsation

Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012

2012

View full specs →

Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 vs Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 is a modified-V design and the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 measures 36,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 at 31,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 tips the scales at 7 900 lbs - 800 lbs less than the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 at 7 100 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 carries a rated maximum of 600 hp. Engine data for the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 145 gal and 145 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 36,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSunsation

Model32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow

Model36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam97 in.

Beam - Meters2.46

Beam - Inches97

Deadrise24℃

Deadrise24°

Draft [max] - Detail36 in.

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail7,100 lbs.

Weight - Detail7,900 lbs.

Weight - kg3220.5

Weight - kg3583.38

Weight - lbs.7100

Weight - lbs.7900

Length - Feet31

Length - Feet36

Length - Inches7

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail31 ft. 7 in.

Length overall - Detail36 ft.

Length overall - Meters9.63

Length overall - Meters10.97

Length overall - Inches379

Length overall - Inches432

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]Angle: 11°

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin MX 6.2 MPI's 320 hp each - Bravo One Drives

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail145 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Liters548.88

Fuel tank capacity - Gal145

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Drive typenot available

Engine max600 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Head1 (enclosed)

Headnot available

Water capacity13 gal.

Water capacitynot available

Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 vs Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 or the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

The Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 comes in at 31,0 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 or the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

For trailering, the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 has the edge at 7 100 lbs dry weight versus 7 900 lbs for the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012. 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 has a documented max rating of 600 hp. Engine specifications for the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 is certified for 10. 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 Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 share an 97 in. 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 145 gallons and 145 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 and the Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 are built by Sunsation. 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.

← Sunsation 32 Dominator SS Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2008 full specs ← Sunsation 36 SSR Mid-Cabin Open Bow 2012 full specs