Matching a modified vee ProGator 180V 2010 against a deep vee ProGator 186 F/S 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — ProGator 180V 2010 at 18,8 ft versus ProGator 186 F/S 2009 at 18,5 ft. At 115 lbs and 135 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 — 175 hp for the ProGator 180V 2010 and 175 hp for the ProGator 186 F/S 2009. 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 ProGator 186 F/S 2009 is rated for 5 passengers, while the ProGator 180V 2010 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ProGator 186 F/S 2009 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the ProGator 186 F/S 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 18,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ProGator 180V 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.