Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 boat specs
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Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009
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Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 boat specs
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Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008
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Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 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 Sun Deck 240 2009 at 24,0 ft versus Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 tips the scales at 2 085 lbs — 1 880 lbs more than the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 at 205 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 — 140 hp for the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 and 160 hp for the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008. 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 Sun Deck 240 2009 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 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
ModelSun Deck 24
ModelSuntanner SE 220 Tri-toon
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail2,085 lbs
Weight - Detail2,050 lbs
Weight - kg945.74
Weight - kg929.86
Weight - lbs.2085
Weight - lbs.205
Width [transom] - Detail8.5 ft
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]24 ft. Enclosed: 22 ft
Length [deck]8 ft. x 22 ft. Enclosed: 8 ft. x 19.5 ft
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches264
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gauge0.090 in
Tube gauge0.08
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max140 hp
Engine max160 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 capacity3,495 lbs
Maximum capacity4,200 lbs
Maximum people12 or 2,780 lbs
Maximum people11

Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 vs Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008?
The Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 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 Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 or the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008?
For trailering, the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 has the edge at 205 lbs dry weight versus 2 085 lbs for the Weeres Sun Deck 240 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 is rated to a maximum of 160 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 tops out at 140 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 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 Sun Deck 240 2009 and Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Weeres Sun Deck 240 2009 and the Weeres Suntanner SE 220 Tri-toon 2008 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.