Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rampage 34 Express 2012 vs Rampage 34 IPS 2011: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats
Both the Rampage 34 Express 2012 and the Rampage 34 IPS 2011 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 - Rampage 34 Express 2012 at 33,0 ft versus Rampage 34 IPS 2011 at 33,0 ft. At 19 200 lbs and 19 200 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 are rated for 10 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Rampage 34 Express 2012 and Rampage 34 IPS 2011 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model34 Express
Model34 IPS
Model Year2012
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Inches156
Beam - Inches156
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 10 ft. Upper Station: 18 ft.
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 10 ft. Upper Station: 18 ft.
Bridge clearance - Meters5.49
Bridge clearance - Meters5.49
Bridge clearance - Inches216
Bridge clearance - Inches216
Deadrise18°
Deadrise18°
Draft [max] - Detail30 in.
Draft [max] - Detail30 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches30
Draft [max] - Inches30
Weight - DetailGas Engines: 18,200 lbs. Diesel Engines: 19,200 lbs.
Weight - Detail19,200 lbs.
Weight - kg8708.97
Weight - kg8708.97
Weight - lbs.19200
Weight - lbs.19200
Length - Feet33
Length - Feet33
Length overall - DetailHull: 33 ft. With Integrated Pulpit: 35 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - DetailHull: 33 ft. With Integrated Pulpit: 35 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Meters10.82
Length overall - Meters10.82
Length overall - Inches426
Length overall - Inches426
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail400 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail400 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1514.16
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1514.16
Fuel tank capacity - Gal400
Fuel tank capacity - Gal400
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 6 in.
Headroom6 ft. 6 in.
Sleeping capacity6 adults
Sleeping capacity6 adults
Water capacity60 gal.
Water capacity60 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail45 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail45 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Liters170.34
Holding tank capacity - Liters170.34
Holding tank capacity - Gal45
Holding tank capacity - Gal45