Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 1750 Reata 2011 vs Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 1750 Reata 2011 vs Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 has a 60-hp advantage over the Ranger 1750 Reata 2011's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ranger 1750 Reata 2011 carries 28 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 5 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 1750 Reata 2011 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model1750 Reata
Model185VX TOUR EDITION
Model Year2011
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam94 in. With Rubrail: 95.5 in
Beam92 in
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches95.5
Beam - Inches92
Depth - Detail25 in
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches25
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail1,650 lbs
Weight - Detail1,530 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,555 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg748.43
Weight - kg705.34
Weight - lbs.165
Weight - lbs.1555
Length - Feet17.42
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches209
Length overall - Inches221
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]23 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Horsepower90 - 150 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150-175 hp
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 21 gal. Rod Holders: Center: 6 ft. 6 in.; Port: 8 ft.; Starboard: 8 ft
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,525 lbs
Maximum capacity1,365 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 6 in. with motor down
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 20 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - WeightGVWR: 3,725 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width98 in
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailGVWR (3,725 lbs.)