Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 1850RS Reata 2010 vs Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 1850RS Reata 2010 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 175 hp, the Ranger 1850RS Reata 2010 has a 25-hp advantage over the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005's 150-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 1850RS Reata 2010 carries 38 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 1850RS Reata 2010 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 185VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 150-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model1850RS Reata?
Model185VX TOUR EDITION
Model Year201
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam98 in. With Rubrail: 100.5 in
Beam92 in
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches100.5
Beam - Inches92
Depth - Detail24.5 in
Depth - Detail20 in
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Inches24.5
Depth - Inches2
Weight - Detail1,780 lbs
Weight - Detail1,530 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,555 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg807.39
Weight - kg705.34
Weight - lbs.178
Weight - lbs.1555
Height [transom]26 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length - Feet18.42
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches221
Length overall - Inches221
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail38 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(1) 40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters143.85
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max175 hp
Engine max150-175 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs
Maximum capacity1,365 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 4,500 lbs
Trailer - DetailGVWR (3,725 lbs.)
Trailer - Length over allMotor Down: 23 in. Swing Away Tongue Open: 21 in
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down 20 ft. 7 in. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Width101 in
Trailer - Width97 in