Matching a deep vee Ranger 1750 Reata 2012 against a modified vee Ranger 186 Reata 2011 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 — Ranger 1750 Reata 2012 at 17,4 ft versus Ranger 186 Reata 2011 at 18,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ranger 186 Reata 2011 tips the scales at 1 845 lbs — 1 680 lbs less than the Ranger 1750 Reata 2012 at 165 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 140 hp, the Ranger 186 Reata 2011 has a 50-hp advantage over the Ranger 1750 Reata 2012's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 26 gal and 27 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 186 Reata 2011 and its 140-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 1750 Reata 2012 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.