Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 1850 REATA 2005 vs Ranger 188VX 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 1850 REATA 2005 vs Ranger 188VX 2010 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 175 hp, the Ranger 188VX 2010 has a 60-hp advantage over the Ranger 1850 REATA 2005's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 38 gal and 38 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 188VX 2010 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 1850 REATA 2005 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model1850 REATA
Model188VX
Model Year2005
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam98 in
Beam92.5 in. With Rubrail: 94 in
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches94
Depth - Detail24 1/2 in
Depth - Detail20.5 in
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches24.5
Depth - Inches20.5
Weight - Detail1,780 lbs
Weight - Detail1,550 lbs. with single console
Weight - kg807.39
Weight - kg703.07
Weight - lbs.178
Weight - lbs.155
Height [transom]26 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Inches221
Length overall - Inches224
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18.67
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 38 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Engine max115-175 hp
Engine max175 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs
Maximum capacity1,250 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailSingle Axle Trailer GVWR (4,500 lbs.)
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 3,725 lbs
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 20 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 23 ft. 5 in. Swing Away Tongue Open: 21 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Width101 in
Trailer - Width99 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee