Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2008 vs Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2008 vs Ranger 521VX 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 250 hp, the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2008 has a 50-hp advantage over the Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005's 200-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 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 carries 26 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 2200 Bay Ranger 2008 and its 250-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Ranger 521VX TOUR EDITION 2005 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model2200 Bay Ranger
Model521VX TOUR EDITION
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam100-1/2 in
Beam92 1/2 in
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Inches100.5
Beam - Inches92.5
Depth - Detail16-1/2 in
Depth - Detail20 1/2 in
Depth - Centimeters43.18
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches16.5
Depth - Inches20.5
Draft [max] - Detail12 in. (engine up, batteries, fuel, and accessories)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.3
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches12
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,200 lbs
Weight - Detail1,860 lbs. (w/Single Console) 1,885 lbs. (w/Dual Console)
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - kg855.02
Weight - lbs.22
Weight - lbs.1885
Height [transom]25-1/2 in
Height [transom]23 in
Length - Feet22
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.48
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches255
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail(2) 26 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal26
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max250 hp
Engine max200-250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,075 lbs
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGVWR: 6,000 lbs
Trailer - DetailGVWR (5,000 lbs.)
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. with motor down 24 ft. with swing-away tongue open
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. w/Motor Down 24 ft. w/Motor Down & Swing-Away Tongue Open
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Width97 in