Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rampage 41 Express 2007 vs Rampage 45 Convertible 2008: Which Deep-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Rampage 41 Express 2007 and the Rampage 45 Convertible 2008 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Rampage 45 Convertible 2008 measures 45,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rampage 41 Express 2007 at 41,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rampage 45 Convertible 2008 tips the scales at 36 000 lbs - 6 000 lbs less than the Rampage 41 Express 2007 at 30 000 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 are rated for 13 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 45 Convertible 2008 at 45,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Rampage 41 Express 2007 at 41,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model41 Express
Model45 Convertible
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters4.88
Beam - Meters4.88
Beam - Inches192
Beam - Inches192
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 10 ft. 3 in. Upper Station: 18 ft. 3 in. Tuna Tower: 20 ft. 3 in.
Bridge clearance - DetailNo Top: 14 ft. Hardtop: 20 ft. 4 in. Tuna Tower: 31 ft.
Bridge clearance - Meters6.17
Bridge clearance - Meters9.45
Bridge clearance - Inches243
Bridge clearance - Inches372
Deadrise12℃
Deadrise12℃
Draft [max] - Detail48 in.
Draft [max] - Detail48 in.
Draft [max] - Meters1.22
Draft [max] - Meters1.22
Draft [max] - Inches48
Draft [max] - Inches48
Weight - Detail30,000 lbs.
Weight - Detail36,000 lbs.
Weight - kg13607.76
Weight - kg16329.31
Weight - lbs.30000
Weight - lbs.36000
Length - Feet41
Length - Feet45
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail41 ft. 6 in. 44 ft. 0 in. with integrated pulpit
Length overall - Detail45 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters13.41
Length overall - Meters13.72
Length overall - Inches528
Length overall - Inches540
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]48 ft. 8 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardTwin CAT? C9, 567.1 hp (575 mhp)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail700 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail700 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2649.79
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2649.79
Fuel tank capacity - Gal700
Fuel tank capacity - Gal700
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Operational Info
HeadTechma? marine toilet system
Headnot available
Headroom6 ft. 7 in.
Headroom6 ft. 7 in.
Sleeping capacity6 adults
Sleeping capacity6 adults
Water capacityFresh: 100 gal.
Water capacity100 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail53 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail60 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Liters200.63
Holding tank capacity - Liters227.12
Holding tank capacity - Gal53
Holding tank capacity - Gal60