Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 boat specs
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Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010
2010
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Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 boat specs
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Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007
2007
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Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 at 24,0 ft versus Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 at 24,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 tips the scales at 161 lbs — 159 lbs more than the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 at 2 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 130 hp for the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 and 130 hp for the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 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
MakeWeeres
MakeWeeres
ModelFisherman Deluxe 24
ModelSuntanner SE 24
Model Year201
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail1,610 lbs
Weight - Detail2,000 lbs
Weight - kg730.28
Weight - kg907.18
Weight - lbs.161
Weight - lbs.2
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft. 0 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]24 ft. 0 in. Enclosed: 23 ft. 0 in
Length [deck]8 ft. x 24 ft. Enclosed: 8 ft. x 21.5 ft
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gauge0.080 in
Tube gauge0.08
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max130 hp
Engine max130 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,035 lbs
Maximum capacity2,840 lbs
Maximum people12 or 2,320 lbs
Maximum people13

Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007?
The Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007?
For trailering, the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 has the edge at 2 lbs dry weight versus 161 lbs for the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 is certified for 13. 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.
Are the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 and Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weeres Fisherman Deluxe 240 2010 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 240 2007 are built by Weeres. 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.