Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 boat specs
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Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011
2011
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Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 boat specs
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Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011
2011
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Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 — Which Pontoon Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 measures 22,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 at 2,0 feet (2011). At 142 lbs and 159 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 100 hp for the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 and 100 hp for the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011. 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 Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeWeeres
MakeWeeres
ModelSportsman Deluxe 22
ModelSuntanner SE 2
Model Year2011
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail1,420 lbs
Weight - Detail1,590 lbs
Weight - kg644.1
Weight - kg721.21
Weight - lbs.142
Weight - lbs.159
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft
Width [transom] - Detail8 ft
Length [deck]22 ft. Enclosed: 19 ft. 6 in
Length [deck]20 ft. Enclosed: 17 ft. 6 in
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail22 ft
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches24
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 gauge0.080 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max100 hp
Engine max100 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,770 lbs
Maximum capacity2,300 lbs
Maximum people14 or 2,055 lbs
Maximum people11 or 1,700 lbs

Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011?
The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 20,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011?
For trailering, the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 has the edge at 142 lbs dry weight versus 159 lbs for the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011. 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 Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 is certified for 11. 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 Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 and Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe 220 2011 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 200 2011 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.