The Sun Tracker Party Barge 22 DLX is a pontoon boat that can get your whole family on the water in an affordable, trailerable and fun package. It features a classic interior layout with opposing couches in the bow and stern of the boat. The couches feature a key twist though—in addition to the copious underseat storage, the Sun Tracker’s patented Stow More system builds additional storage behind the flip-up backrest cushions. These storage spots are a great place to throw a purse, a rain jacket just in case, or a change of clothes after a quick swim or to hit the nearest dockside restaurant. All the furniture features stain- and UV-resistant vinyl over multidensity foam cushioning. The movable armrests with built-in drink holders can be placed anywhere to improve the comfort of the crew.
This classic ’toon has plenty of modern amenities, including the standard Wet Sounds stereo and the 7-inch Omni2 touchscreen MFD at the dash. The soft-touch steering wheel is adjustable to the driver’s preferences, as is the high-backed bucket seat captain’s chair, which is matched by a co-captain’s chair to port. Woven marine-grade flooring is easy to clean and comfortable underfoot, making for safe and easy transit around the boat.
The twin log 22 DLX can be powered with an array of Mercury FourStroke outboards up to 150 hp. With the max power, the boat is capable of breaking into the mid-30 mph range at top speed. With the advertised 90 hp FourStroke, the 22 DLX can economically cruise all day in the 20s, with enough juice to pull tubers and skiers. The extended outboard mount keeps the engine farther away from the aft swim platform and allows Sun Tracker to extend the platform fully across the beam. It’s a great place to stow a tube or swim mat to keep it out of the main cockpit, where it might interfere with loungers. The four-step telescoping swim ladder to starboard ensures easy reentry after taking a dip.
Add up all of these great features and factor in the price, and the Sun Tracker Party Barge 22 DLX makes a great choice for getting the family on the water.
High Points
- Patented Stow More storage system provides bonus spaces to store gear behind the lift-up seatback cushions.
- Flip-up cleats can be folded out of the way at the sandbar or while at anchor, so nobody stubs a toe while jumping in for a swim.
- Great pricing allows you to get the family on the water without draining your life savings.
- QuickLift Bimini top is easy to deploy and features storage pockets and built-in LED lighting.
Pricing and Specs
| Price: | $35,995 (with a 90 hp Mercury FourStroke) |
| LOA: | 24’2″ |
| Beam: | 8’6″ |
| Draft: | NA |
| Dry Weight: | 2,080 lb. |
| Seat/Weight Capacity: | 11/1,500 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 32 gal. |
| Available Power: | Single Mercury outboard to 150 hp |
Sun Tracker Boats – Springfield, Missouri; suntrackerboats.com
