The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 vs Weeres Suntanner 280 Tri-toon 2006 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 Weeres Suntanner 280 Tri-toon 2006 measures 28,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 at 24,0 feet (2004). At 177 lbs and 258 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.
The Weeres Suntanner 280 Tri-toon 2006 tops out at 270 hp. Engine specs for the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 is rated for 24 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner 280 Tri-toon 2006 caps at 19. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 could be the deciding factor.
Both are inflatable designs, which means they pack down for compact storage, can be carried in a bag, and are dramatically lighter than equivalent rigid hulls. The trade-off is setup time and the need to monitor tube pressure regularly.
Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Sportsman Deluxe Tri-toon 240 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 24 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Suntanner 280 Tri-toon 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 19 that costs less to run day-to-day.