Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 boat specs
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Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003
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Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 boat specs
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Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008
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Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 vs Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 vs Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 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 Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 has a 60-hp advantage over the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 carries 25 gallons versus 18 gallons in the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003. 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 Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeTracker
MakeTracker
ModelPro Team 185 Jet
ModelTournament V-18 All Fish
Model Year2003
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam84 in
Beam85 in
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches85
Weight - Detail1525 bs
Weight - Detail1,115 lbs
Weight - kg691.73
Weight - kg505.76
Weight - lbs.1525
Weight - lbs.1115
Height - Detail17 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.43
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches17
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail19 ft 5 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters0.13
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Inches5
Length overall - Inches217
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17℃
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 69 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]22 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Engine max175 HP
Engine max115 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercury? 90 ELPTO TwoStroke
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity825 lbs
Maximum capacity1,420 lbs
Maximum people5 Persons
Maximum people5 @ 700 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all19 ft. 2 in. (with swing-away)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight2,129 lbs. (including boat)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width7 ft. 10 in

Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 vs Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 or the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008?
For trailering, the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 has the edge at 1 115 lbs dry weight versus 1 525 lbs for the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 is rated to a maximum of 175 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 tops out at 115 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 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 Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 measures 85" wide, compared to 84" for the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003. 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 Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 or the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008?
The Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 has the bigger tank at 25 gallons, versus 18 gallons on the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003. That 7-gallon difference translates to roughly 21–35 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 and Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Tracker Pro Team 185 Jet 2003 and the Tracker Tournament V-18 All Fish 2008 are built by Tracker. 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.