How Much Does a 22 to 24 ft Tritoon (Three Tubes) Weigh?
Ready to tow, a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) usually weighs 5,200 to 6,600 lbs, including the trailer.
Sun Tracker's published average package weight (boat, motor, and trailer, 4,975 to 5,685 lbs for 22 to 24 ft-deck tritoons) plus up to about 320 lbs for a full 52-gal tank and 200 to 400 lbs of gear; the third tube, bigger tank, and larger outboard add roughly 1,000 lbs over a two-tube boat of the same length.
Tongue weight: about 290 to 580 lbs. Hitch: standard bumper-pull (receiver hitch).
Real examples
| Example | Published weight | What that weight includes |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Sun Tracker Party Barge 22 XP3 (24 ft 2 in overall) | 4,975 lbs | dry boat + motor + trailer (average package weight) |
| 2027 Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 XP3 (26 ft 2 in overall) | 5,685 lbs | dry boat + motor + trailer (average package weight) |
Published weights are usually dry, before fuel, water, batteries, and gear. Weigh your rig at a truck stop scale to know for sure.
Can your vehicle tow a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)?
Which vehicles can tow a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)?
9 of 16 vehicles we cover can tow a typical 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) at 5,800 lbs, using each one's best-case current rating.
| Vehicle | Max towing | Can it tow it? |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford F-150 | 13,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 13,300 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota Tundra | 12,000 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ram 1500 | 11,610 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe | 8,400 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | 7,500 lbs | Yes |
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma | 6,500 lbs | Close to limit |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 6,200 lbs | Close to limit |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | 6,000 lbs | Close to limit |
| 2025 Kia Telluride | 5,500 lbs | No |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | 5,000 lbs | No |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | 5,000 lbs | No |
| 2026 Hyundai Palisade | 5,000 lbs | No |
| 2026 Toyota Highlander | 5,000 lbs | No |
| 2026 Ford Bronco | 4,500 lbs | No |
| 2026 Subaru Outback | 3,500 lbs | No |
Common questions
How much does a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) weigh?
Loaded and on its trailer, a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) typically weighs 5,200 to 6,600 lbs. Sun Tracker's published average package weight (boat, motor, and trailer, 4,975 to 5,685 lbs for 22 to 24 ft-deck tritoons) plus up to about 320 lbs for a full 52-gal tank and 200 to 400 lbs of gear; the third tube, bigger tank, and larger outboard add roughly 1,000 lbs over a two-tube boat of the same length.
What's the tongue weight of a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)?
Plan on 5% to 10% of the loaded weight, about 290 to 580 lbs at a typical 5,800 lbs.
What size vehicle do I need to tow a 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)?
Look for a towing rating of at least 8,500 lbs so a heavier 22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes) still sits under 80% of the rating.
Sources
- Sun Tracker Party Barge 22 XP3 specifications (Sun Tracker)
- Sun Tracker Party Barge 24 XP3 specifications (Sun Tracker)
- Trailer Weight Distribution (tongue weight 5% to 10%) (MasterCraft)