Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 boat specs
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Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012
2012
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Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler  2023 boat specs
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Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023
2023
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Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 vs Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 vs Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 measures 22,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 4,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 at 17,8 feet (2023). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 tips the scales at 2 075 lbs — 395 lbs more than the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 at 1 680 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 and 150 hp for the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 carries 25 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeRanger
Makenot available
Model2200 Bay Ranger
Modelnot available
Model Year2012
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam100.5 in. With Rubrail: 102 in
Beam96.00 ft
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters29.26
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches1152
Depth - Detail16.5 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters43.18
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches16.5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,075 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg941.2
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.2075
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet17.8
Length overall - Detail22 ft
Length overall - Detail17.80 ft
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters5.43
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches214
Displacementnot available
Displacement1680.00 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeoutboard
Horsepower150 - 250 hp
Horsepower150 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model150 XL Pro XS FourStroke
Operational Info
StorageLivewells: 2 @ 17 gal. Rod Holders: 9 ft. port, 9 ft. starboard
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity2,200 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Trailerablenot available
TrailerableYes
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height7 ft. with fold down console rail (add 3 ft. for T-top)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. with motor down 24 ft. with swing away tongue open
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightGVWR: 6,000 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Widthnot available

Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 vs Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 or the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023?
The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 comes in at 17,8 feet, making it roughly 4,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 or the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023?
For trailering, the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 has the edge at 1 680 lbs dry weight versus 2 075 lbs for the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 measures 1 152" wide, compared to 102" for the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 or the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023?
The Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 has the bigger tank at 25 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012. That 19-gallon difference translates to roughly 57–95 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 and Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Ranger 2200 Bay Ranger 2012 and the Ranger Boats VS1782SC Angler 2023 are built by Ranger. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.