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06 Ranger Z21 6" hydraulic jackplate, Lowrance 332C, Humminbird 997,  Mikepags - FL
06 250 Merc MinnKota 101#. 72.8 mph @ 6100 rpm (gps).  
98 Ranger R91 25" Tempest, 4" Hydro jackplate, Lowrance X45, X65,  Lowercase J - AR
98 200 Merc Motorguide Brute 56#. Propshaft is 3" below the pad.  
  70.7 mph @ 6200 rpm (gps). "This is my first ranger, I'm very  
  happy with it. I hope to play with setup a little."  
86 Ranger 340 23" Raker, Humminbird LCR 4x6, 300TX, Motorguide  Ditchdoc666 - TN
86 150 Merc XR2 Brute.  64 mph @ 5900 rpm (gps).  
89 Ranger 350V 25" Raker, 6" jackplate, Lowrance electronics, Motorguide.  Ohioriverrat1969 - OH
88 150 Merc XR2 Propshaft is 2" below the pad. 63 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
80 Ranger 168V 23" QuickSilver, manual jackplate, Lowrance X75,   Sixpac001 - ID
87 150 Mariner Motorguide TM. 56 mph @ 5300 rpm (speedo). "Just got   
  the boat trying to redo the thing although is is in pretty good  
  shape for the year."  
07 Ranger 188VS 25" Trophy Plus, Garmin 188's (2), MinnKota Max 80#.  Junkman - MA
07 175 Merc Propshaft is 3 1/4" below pad. 64 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
92 Ranger 361V 25" Tempest Plus, 6" jackplate, Lowrance X70, MinnKota  Seth D - TN
07 150 Merc Maxxum 70#. 62.9 mph (gps).  
06 Ranger 185VS 23" Yamaha, Garmin 240, MinnKota 74# TM.  Josh - LA
07 150 Yamaha 58.2 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps).  
            VMax    
87 Ranger 373V 19" Honda prop, Eagle 502c, Eagle Cuda 168, Motorguide  373VBMC - TX
Bass Master Classic 55#. Propshaft is 3" below the pad. 56 mph @ 6150 rpm  
07 150 Honda (gps).  
07 Ranger Z21 26" Raker II, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance X503C bow,  RVQ - VT
07 225 Evinrude LCX28 C-HD console, MinnKota Maxxum Pro 101#.  
     E-Tec HO 65.8 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps). "This is my first jackplate.  
  Would appreciated any comments on its use. Also thoughts  
  on engine setup."  
01 Ranger 520VX 25" Tempest, Garmin 320 GPS, Motorguide 84#.  BigGame - NC
01 225 Merc 71 mph @ 6200 rpm (gps). "My Other Woman, my wife   
  named it that."  
05 Ranger Z20 26" Turbo TXP, 10" Slidemaster, Garmin 178, 172,  TurfRanger - ME
05 225 Evinrude MinnKota 101#. Propshaft is 2.75" below the pad.  
            E-Tec HO 71.8 mph @ 5850 rpm (gps).  
07 Ranger Z20 25" Tempest Plus, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance 332C console  Ron M - CO
07 225 Merc ProXS and bow, MinnKota Maxxum Pro 80#. 64.8 mph @ 5460  
  rpm (gps). "At 5400 feet above sea level would I be better  
  off with a 23 or 21 Tempest Plus? Also, can anyone tell me  
  the proper height of the propshaft to the pad? Just got the   
  boat the first of June, absolutely LOVE IT! Just trying to get  
  the optimum performance from an optimum ride."  
99 Ranger 518VX 25" Tempest, Lowrance X65, 520C, MinnKota Max 74#.  Jason M - KY
99 200 Merc Propshaft is 2" below pad. 74 mph @ 5550 rpm (gps).  
            Optimax "Top speed was measured on the 520c with half tank of fuel  
  and just me in the boat. With a full load of gear and myself  
   Updated 12/23/07.... boat will run around 72 mph, but it gets real loose and I have  
  to trim the motor down some. I think it has more."  
07 Ranger Z20 25" Yamaha, 10" RiteHite, MinnKota TM.  Kakbass - KS
07 225 Yamaha "Just bought the boat."  
            HPDI    
02 Ranger 185VS 23" Tempest, Garmin 240, MinnKota Maxxum 65#.  Dwbld11 - RI
02 150 Merc 65 mph.  
00 Ranger 518DVX Lowrance electronics, MinnKota 74#. 67 mph @ 5400 rpm  Tom Keyes - TX
00 200 Johnson (gps).  
07 Ranger Z21 66 mph (gps).  Totalbeverage - OK
07 225 Evinrude    
98 Ranger R93 24" Raker, 6" Rite Hite, Lowrance X91, Eagle Classic,  Brainerdbass - MN
06 200 Evinrude HO OMC TM. Propshaft is 3.25" below the pad.   
  66.8 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
99 Ranger 518 SVX 25" Tempest, 6" Detwiler hydraulic, Lowrance 332C, X85,  Basstx - TX
99 200 Merc Motorguide TE82. Propshaft is 3" below the pad.  
  73.2 mph @ 6300 rpm (gps).  
96 Ranger 488VS Lowrance 522C, Motorguide Tour Edition 82#.  Rob H - MA
96 200 Merc EFI "Boat runs and looks great."  PHOTO
07 Ranger Z21 24" Tempest Plus, 10" hydraulic jackplate. 64 mph @ 5900  Joe Ivers - VA
07 250 Merc ProXS rpm (gps). "Lost top end speed. Dealer input was to switch  
  to smaller pitch (24). had a 25", top speed was 63 mph (gps)  
  Have read that boat top speed should be in mid 70's. Looking  
  for input on prop brand or pitch to achieve more rpms / top  
  speed."  
06 Ranger 188VS 23" Merc, Lowrance 337, 332, MinnKota 70#.  Rhramseyjr - NC
06 175 Merc Opti    
07 Ranger 170VS 19" Merc, MinnKota Maxxum 70. 49 mph @ 5300 rpm   David F - LA
07 115 Merc (speedo). "Boat leans to left as speeds under 40 mph. Steering  
  is hard at this speed or less. Does anyone have this problem,  
  how was it corrected. Not a satisfied customer. Trying to   
  work out the problem."  
84 Ranger 375-V 19" OMC, Humminbird 535. Propshaft is 3" below the pad.  Megarouge - TX
84 150XP Evinrude 58 mph (speedo). "It took 2 years and it looked like a   PHOTO
  basket case, but my $1200. Ranger boat is now finished and  
   Updated 2/25/09...... was well worth the time it took. Performance bass boat on  
  a river boat budget!"  
08 Ranger Z20 25" Yamaha T1, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 520's (2),  Fatdaddy1 - GA
08 225 Yamaha MinnKota ProMax 80. 70 mph (gps). "Just got this boat 7/26  
             HPDI Totally blown away with every aspect!!"  
03 Ranger 185VS 25" Tempest Plus, Lowrance 334i GPS, Garmin 240,  Merc-man - OK
03 175 Merc Opti MinnKota 74#. 65.2 mph @ 5450 rpm (gps).   
96 Ranger 488VS 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Pro Hi-Jacker HP, Lowrance 17M,  Frank S - VT
96 200 Merc EFI 332C, MinnKota Maxxum 80. Propshaft is 3.75" below the   
  pad. 66.5 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  
07 Ranger Z21 27" Merc, 10" T&H hydraulic, LEI 520's (2).  Rippinlips2win - TX
07 250 Merc Mid 70's @ 5600 rpm (gps). "This is the sweetest ride ever.  
  It handles the big water like a champ, handles great, and is   
  the best fishing platform in the industry."  
90 Ranger 365V 27" Shooter, Lowrance LCX-17, Eagle FishMark 240,  BassinBen - VA
90 150 Johnson MinnKota Edge 70. 50 mph (speedo). "In the process of   
  getting a new prop and completely restoring this boat."  
07 Ranger 188VS 24" Raker, 6" CMC, Lowrance 322C's (2), Motorguide  Kj188vs - GA
  TR84.  Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad. 63 mph @ 5300   
  rpm (gps). "With Tournament package. Very pleased with the  
  room and storage of this boat. Plus it runs great!"  
93 Ranger 482V 24" Raker, Lowrance LMS 482, X100c, MinnKota 74#.  Ranger482V - MO
92 150 Evinrude 58-63 mph @ 5200-5500 rpm (gps).  
            Intruder    
01 Ranger 205VS 24" prop, Lowrance 520C, MinnKota TM.   Ranger52 - OK
01 225 Merc 70 mph (speedo).  
88 Ranger 364V 25" Shooter, Humminbird Wide Eye, Humminbird Piranha,  Ranger364V - KS
88 150 Evinrude Evinrude TM. 62 mphn @ 5500 rpm (speedo).  
06 Ranger 178VS Lowrance 332, 135, Motorguide W75 Digital.   DDB - MO
07 115 Merc Opti "Second Ranger. Great boats. Best customer relations in the   
  industry!"  
97 Ranger 392XT 6" Rite Hite, Lowrance LMS480M, 102C, MinnKota 65AT.  Jason N - MO
97 200 Mariner 62 mph (gps).  
86 Ranger 373V Renegade prop, Lowrance electronics, Motorguide TM.  Ranger52307 - VA
93 150 Johnson    
            Faststrike    
95 Ranger Cherokee Lowrance X25, Garmin 160, Motorguide TM.  Exrydr - IA
     107    
95 60 Merc    
79 Ranger V168 18" prop, MinnKota Thruster TM.  Fishin dad - MB
96 120 Force    
94 Ranger 374V 21" Laser II, 6" MaxForce jackplate, Humminbird 565's (2).  Boogerred - GA
94 150 Merc XRi MinnKota 65AT 24V. Propshaft is 3.75" below the shaft.  
96 Ranger 481V 6" Detwiler hydraulic, Lowrance electronics, Motorguide  A Ebarb - LA
96 150 Yamaha Brute.  60 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
07 Ranger 188VS Raker prop, Lowrance LCX28HD, LCX135, MinnKota 80.  Bass Rat - NY
07 150 Evinrude    
            E-Tec    
95 Ranger R70 SS prop.  Goriverman - CT
95 90 Merc    
04 Ranger 521VX 25" Yamaha, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 102C, 510C,  Jmac297 - OK
04 250 Yamaha  Motorguide 109# Digital.  
             HPDI    
99 Ranger 518 SVX 25" Tempest Plus, 6" jackplate, Eagle 502C, 300,   518fireman - AR
99 200 Merc Opti Motorguide 74#.  69 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger Z21 25" Tempest, 10" hydraulic jackplate, Lowrance LCX 19C,  GWest - OK
05 250XS Merc LCX 18C, Motorguide Digital Tour 84.  71.3 mph @ 5500  
  rpm (gps).  
07 Ranger Z-21 27" Boger prop, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 178, 250,  Danrich - FL
07 250 Merc Motorguide 36V TM.  Propshaft is 2.5" below the pad.  
  74.6 mph @ 5860 rpm (gps). "Only 8 hours on the motor.  
  Boat light with two full tanks of gas. I am told after 10 to 20  
  hours it will be me additional rpms."  
86 Ranger 370V 24" Tempest, 5.5" CMC, Garmin 250, Humminbird 400tx,  Heavy D - IL
     Comanche MinnKota AT 48 24V. Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.  PHOTO
86 175 Merc 66.4 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps). "Also run 24" Turbo prop, has  
  better holeshot but turns 5900 rpm at 62 mph light load."  
07 Ranger 188VS 24" Raker, Lowrance 123's (2), MinnKota 72# TM.  Marc D - RI
07 150 Evinrude 69 mph @ 5200 rpm (speedo). "Graduated from a R70  
            E-Tec HO Sport with a 115 Merc, I must say I was hesitant, loved my  
  R70. What a difference this 188VS makes. Great speed for a   
  150 and what a Ranger ride I get out of this baby. Wide beam  
  and great hull design makes this a perfect boat to run and to   
  fish with. Not at all sorry I spent the money for the upgrade.  
  E-Tec is a quiet and smooth running motor, I am truly  
  impressed."  
01 Ranger R73 21" Viper, Garmin 160, Humminbird 100SX, MinnKota  Gunit - LA
01 115 Johnson Maxxum.  55 mph @ 5500 rpm (speedo). "Can some one  
  tell me how to determine or measure engine height off transom  
  and propshaft to pad below or above pad and will it get more  
  speed if I add a jackplate and raise the motor one more hole  
  up. When I am on the water seeing all those big bassboats   
  with all those horses wishing I had at least a 200, but one   
  thing I get is they all check out my boat. They know Ranger  
  is #1."  
86 Ranger 371V 24" Chopper, 6" jackplate, Lowrance X15, X25,   Eddiebasspro? - LA
96 175 Merc Motorguide 82#. 73.5 mph @ 6200 rpm (gps). "21 year old  
  Ranger showing the new boats out there who is still the best  
  riding boat on the water."  
85 Ranger 371V 24" Raker, 6" jackplate, Lowrance LX-15-MC, Motorguide.  Moefishin - VA
86 150GT Johnson Propshaft is 2 3/4" below the pad. 52 mph @ 5000 rpm  
  (gps). "New OMC powerhead. I need more rpm and speed  
  I think. Uses gas baaad! 17'10" boat. Help! Should I have  
  22" Raker instead of 24? Thanks."  
96 Ranger 462VS Humminbird Matrix 20, Humminbird Piranha, MinnKota  JamesB - KY
96 150 Merc All Terrain.  55-58 mph (gps). "Love this boat."  PHOTO
85 Ranger 375V Quicksilver prop, Motorguide TM. 62 mph.  Spencer - CA
85 150 Merc    PHOTO
78 Ranger 1750V 18" Raker. "Just bought the boat (Feb.07) and still working  Ranger Aztec - VA
     Aztec out the bugs. I plan on a top cap restore with new flake and   
78 115 Johnson gel coat. If anybody knows of this model I'd love to hear   
  about it."  
00 Ranger 518VX 24" prop, 6" Ranger hydraulic, Eagle 2000 Sea Champ,  Btp - TN
04 200 Yamaha Garmin GPSmap 185, MinnKota 74#.   PHOTO    PHOTO
  68 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
03 Ranger 520VX 25" Yamaha, 6" hydraulic jackplate, Lowrance X15,  Jayruess - FL
03 225 Yamaha MinnKota 101#.  71 mph @ 6100 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
95 Ranger 692VS 23" Renegade, Lowrance/Zercom electronics, MinnKota TM.  Johnny Lightning - MN
95 150 Johnson Motor is 2" above the transom. 60 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps).  
           FastStrike    
05 Ranger 185VS 21" Yamaha, Lowrance LMS-332, MinnKota Maxxum 65#.  Okie185VS - OK
05 150 Yamaha Propshaft is 5" below the pad. 55.6 mph @ 6000 rpm (gps).  
  "My first Ranger. Lots of storage/rod space. Great fishing  
  platform and does pretty good in rough water. The 4 stroke is  
  nice. Can even pull a skier with 3 adults in the boat."  
81 Ranger 325V Humminbird electronics, Mercury TM. "Bought it used -  CarltonG - NC
82 90 Merc needs quite a bit of work."  
03 Ranger 520VX 26" Raker II, 8" Ranger hydraulic, Garmin 240, 178.  Noodledude - KY
03 225 Evinrude MinnKota Maxxum Pro. 68 mph (gps).  
83 Ranger 375V 25" Trophy, Lowrance 332C's (2), MinnKota 70 PDAP.  Mike - WI
06 175 Suzuki 60 mph @ 6200 rpm (gps). "This is a testimant to Ranger  PHOTO
  quality, 24 years old and still looks great!"  
03 Ranger 521VX 27" Tempest Plus, 8" Ranger hydraulic, Lowrance 102C,  BBrown - CA
03 225 Evinrude HO LCX25C, MinnKota Maxxum 74#. 72 mph @ 6000 rpm  
  (gps). "This is by far the best big water boat I have owned.  
  It runs better in a little chop than it does on glass and handles  
  the rough stuff better than any other boat I have ever owned."  
83 Ranger 350V 24" Tempest, Motorguide Brute 67. Motor is 3" off transom.  GALAWDOG - GA
88 150 Mariner 63.4 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps). "Boat is still under restoration,  
  so I will update when finished."  
00 Ranger 518SVX 23" Tempest, Humminbird Matrix 17, Eagle 500 Elite/GPS,  Danny - NC
00 200 Merc EFI Motorguide Tour 82#. Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.  
  68/70 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  
01 Ranger 522VX 25" Yamaha, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 15, 102C,  Jim L - GA
01 250 Yamaha Motorguide 103#.  63 mph.  
00 Ranger R91i 26" Tempest, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin electronics,  Danrich - FL
05 200 Merc Opti Motorguide Great White 80. Motor is 6" off transom.  
  71.6 mph @ 5630 rpm (gps).   
  "Speed calculated with a tournament load, 3/4 tank and one  
  angler @ 170 lbs. Two anglers with a tournament load is   
  about 67-68 mph. Empty w/out trolling motor and very little  
  gas 73.6 (gps). It is a no carpet hull and I had custom snap  
  in carpet installed. Trim tabs, keel guard, anchor reins, power  
  pole. Loaded."  
05 Ranger Z21 27" Yamaha, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 250C, 276C Map, Steve SA - South Africa
     Comanche Humminbird 987, MinnKota Maxxum Pro 80#.  PHOTO    PHOTO
05 300 Yamaha 71 mph @ 5650 rpm (gps). "Living at 1600 m above sea  
  level, this cuts 15-20% off motor performance depending on  
  temperature."  
92 Ranger 361V Lowrance X70, Johnson TM. 65 mph (gps).  Seth D - TN
00 175 Evinrude    
88 Ranger 364V 24" Raker, 6" Skyjacker. Propshaft is 3" below the pad.  Kennywalley - MS
88 150 Johnson GT 62 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps).  
07 Ranger 188VS 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Rite Hite, Lowrance 332C, X135 (bow)  188ranger - KY
06 175 Merc MinnKota Pro 80. Propshaft is 3.25" below the pad.  
  63.6 mph @ 5550-5570 rpm (gps).  
  "Motor has 11 hours. Would like to hear about setup from   
  other owners as to prop and jackplate height."  
84 Ranger 375V 13" alum prop, Humminbird Piranha1, Humminbird 565,  Wayne - CA
84 150 Evinrude XP Motorguide Brute 750. 45 mph.  
94 Ranger 487VS 24" Raker, Lowrance electronics, Johnson TM.  Ghtopwater - NC
04 200 Evinrude    
02 Ranger 520VX 25" Tempest, 6" Rite Hite, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota  Kerry T - LA
02 225 Merc Maxxum 74#. Propshaft is 3" below the pad.  
  "First Ranger, love the layout and storage, bow will not take  
  rough water as well as my past owned Champion."  
06 Ranger Z20 26" Raker II, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance LCX-25C,   Sirius Rich - TX
06 225 Evinrude LMS-332C, MinnKota MaxPro 101# US.  PHOTO    PHOTO
06 Ranger 175VS 19" Yamaha, Lowrance LMS 332C, X135, MinnKota  Rick W - TX
06 115 Yamaha Maxxum.  
98 Ranger R73 23" prop, Eagle/Lowrance electronics, Motorguide TM.  Jmccoy70 - IL
98 115 Merc    
06 Ranger Z20 25" Trophy Plus, 10" hydraulic jackplate, Lowrance 332C's  Greg - FL
06 225 Merc  (2), Motorguide TM. 67 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
04 Ranger 520VX 25" Yamaha T1, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance LMS320,  Ranger14624 - NY
03 225 Yamaha HPDI GM3200, MinnKota 101#.  70 mph (gps).  PHOTO
05 Ranger Z21 25" Yamaha, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 25C, 102C,  TGragg - GA
05 250 Yamaha MinnKota 101# US.  69.9 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
99 Ranger 481VS 23" Tempest, 15" Paralift hydraulic, Lowrance electronics,  Theflhowes - FL
99 150 Merc MinnKota 74#.  64 mph @ 4500 rpm (speedo).  
07 Ranger 188VS 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Bob's hydraulic, 2 Lowrance   Delta Rat - CA
   Tournament Pkg. LMS332C's, MinnKota 80#. 67 mph @ 5620 rpm (gps).  
07 175 Merc Opti "New boat, got it 10/17/06 put 15 hrs on with 23 Tempest  
  Plus only got 60-61 mph gps out of it. Changed to   
  25 Tempest, running 67-68 gps at 5620 with full fuel tank and  
  livewell full, tournament gear and 2 guys (200# each).   
  Ride and handling is great."  
96 Ranger 106 Lowrance 102C, Eagle Accura 240, Motorguide 756 Brute.  Chris - OH
     Cherokee 26.4 mph (gps). "Just restored the boat last winter."  PHOTO    PHOTO
01 40 Honda    
96 Ranger 461 21" Merc prop, Lowrance X15A, Eagle 480, Motorguide  Paul - TN
     Comanche Brute 67#. "Love this setup."  
98 175 Mariner    
85 Ranger 350V 26" Laser II, 6" jackplate.  63 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  Capt Bob - FL
91 150 Mariner Mag    
02 Ranger R-93 25" Tempest, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 101#.  Travis M - OK
02 200 Merc EFI 67 mph "This boat has everything except a gps."  
92 Ranger 391V 25" Predator, 10" jackplate, Garmin 168 GPS sounder,  Grayson - SC
92 200 Yamaha Humminbird Fishfinder 535, MinnKota 70# All Terrain.  PHOTO
  Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad. 64.1 mph @ 5800 rpm(gps).  
98 Ranger R71 21" Turbo, Lowrance LCS 15MT, X75, Motorguide 80#  Racefan - PA
98 115 Merc Tour. "This is my first fiberglass boat and still have my   
  Grumman bass boat."  
06 Ranger 175VS Lowrance X135, MinnKota 12V 55#.  B1Dave - TX
06 115 Yamaha    
06 Ranger Z21 25" Tempest, 10" Bob's hydraulic, LMS332's (2),  Lipripr - OK
06 250XS Merc MinnKota 101#. 73 mph @ 6000 rpm (gps).  
  "Speeds are all loaded heavy, never ran the boat unloaded.  
  73 is best but can run 71.5 with this load anytime."  
92 Ranger 361V 24" High Five. 60 mph @ 5500 rpm. "Awesome fishing and  Dave - FL
92 150 Mariner runs beside 20 footers in rough water. Does anyone know   
  where I can get a flipping deck extension?"  
04 Ranger 521VX 25" Tempest Plus, Lowrance LMS330C, X97, MinnKota  MEB - IL
     Comanche Maxxum 74#.  Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.  
04 225 Merc Opti 66-68 mph @ 5400/5600 rpm (gps). "Basic factory setup  
  with no jackplate. Prop has been recently balanced and   
  blueprinted by Mark Croxton. WOT speed and rpm depends  
  on weather temp & conditions."  
05 Ranger Z21 Yamaha prop, 10" jackplate, Garmin electronics, MinnKota  Wlcs - TX
05 250 Yamaha 102# TM.  67 mph (gps).  
05 Ranger 185DVX 23" Tempest Plus, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota 76#.  Rangerman185vx - MD
05 150 Merc Opti 64 mph @ 5250 rpm (speedo).   
86 Ranger 373V Motorguide TM. 65 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  Mark O - TX
86 150 Merc    PHOTO   PHOTO
01 Ranger 520DVX 25" Trophy, hydraulic jackplate, Garmin electronics,   Brady D - OR
01 225 Merc Motorguide Tour 107#. 68 mph (gps). "Official Bassmasters  
  Classic Boat #28. Fished by Mike Wurm in the 2001 Classic.  
  I have had the boat for about 5 months and love it. Quite an  
  upgrade from the 14' Skeeter I was fishing tournaments with."  
85 Ranger 350V 25" Mirage. "Just got the boat, will add more info as I get it."  Jimmy O - FL
99 150 Merc    
96 Ranger 487VS 25" Tempest, 6" Hydro Jack, Lowrance 332C, X70A.  Ryan - LA
96 200 Merc EFI MinnKota 80#.  Propshaft is 3.25" below the pad.  
  71 mph @ 6200 rpm (gps). "With one man and 1/4 tank of  
  fuel and full load of tackle in summer!"  
06 Ranger 519VX 25" Yamaha ProSeries, 6" Rite Hite, Lowrance 332C,  Randy M - WA
     Tour Edition X135, MinnKota Maxxum 80#. Propshaft is 3.5" below the   
06 200 Yamaha  pad. 70 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps).  
             HPDI    
95 Ranger 481VS 24" Trophy, manual jackplate, Lowrance X125, Garmin.  Dennis R - MA
     Comanche Motorguide TM.  "Not sure of speed, just got boat last  PHOTO    PHOTO
95 150 Merc XRi weekend."  PHOTO    PHOTO
05 Ranger Z21 25" Yamaha VMax series, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance   Z21Maryland - MD
05 250 Yamaha 332 GPS, X100 color, digital flasher, Motorguide 109#  PHOTO    PHOTO
  Digital.  72 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps). "Love it so far, waiting   PHOTO    PHOTO
  for a second console that may or may not end up on the boat."  
04 Ranger 520SVX Lowrance X15, LMS-320.  BW520 - MA
04 225 Yamaha    PHOTO
99 Ranger 518VX Lowrance X65, LMS 480, Evinrude 74#.  Sducoach - MO
     Comanche 65 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  
99 200 Evinrude    
91 Ranger 363V Humminbird Matrix 976, Eagle FishFinder ID, OMC Cobra.  Condor363 - OK
91 150 Johnson 50 mph (gps).  
06 Ranger Z-19 25" Tempest, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance 332C's (2),   Zarkie - AR
06 225 Merc Opti MinnKota 80#.  Motor is 4" off the transom.  PHOTO
  "New boat--1 hour old."  
05 Ranger 521VX 27" Tempest, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 332C, 102C,  Fuzzy Willy - MO
04 250XS Merc MinnKota Maxxum 101#.  75 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
88 Ranger 364V 21" PowerTech, Eagle Fishmark 320, 480, MinnKota   Jones stu - ON
92 150 Mariner Maxxum 74#. 47 mph @ 4400 rpm (gps). "Looking for more  
            Mag 3 speed and higher rpms?"  
00 Ranger 518 24" prop, 8" Panther hydraulic, MinnKota TM.  2000518 - TX
00 200 Merc    
83 Ranger 330-V 21" Stiletto, Lowrance X37, Humminbird Matrix 17,  Jeff - AL
83 115 Johnson Motorguide 71#.  
96 Ranger 487 Lowrance 332C, GlobalMap, MinnKota 101#.  Ranger 487 - OH
96 200 Merc 62.8 mph (gps).  PHOTO   PHOTO
97 Ranger Sport R82 23" PowerTech, 6" Power Lift, Lowrance X51, Motorguide  RangerR82 - MS
97 150 Merc EFI 67#.  66.7 mph @ 6000 rpm (gps).  PHOTO    PHOTO
     PHOTO
95 Ranger 487VS 25" Yamaha, Lowrance 350A, Eagle 168 Cuda,  Flyin200 - MI
99 200 Yamaha Motorguide 82#.  64 mph @ 5000 rpm (gps).  
  "Anyone like the Yamaha VMax? So far so good."  
05 Ranger Z20 DC 26" Raker, Garmin 178/172/250, MinnKota Maxxum 101#  KevMc - IN
05 225 Evinrude Pro.  65 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "New boat for me, any  
            E-tec HO setup help?  Engine height?"  
79 Ranger 1780V Humminbird 200DX, Legend 2000, MinnKota AutoPilot.  Duster340 - CA
79 115 Johnson "Just purchased so we'll see how it runs."  
96 Ranger 481V 24" Trophy Plus, 6" Rite Hite, Eagle Status GPS, 128,  Tillman - OK
96 175 Mariner Motorguide 67#.  62.5 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps)  
98 Ranger 488VS 25" Renegade, Ray Marine 470, MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  Xltrod - NH
98 200 OMC 64 mph (gps).  
83 Ranger 350V Lowrance 150, Eagle DF.  Mark - CA
83 150 Johnson    
02 Ranger 205DVS 25" Tempest, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 188, 240,  Gmartin5 - KY
01 225 Yamaha Motorguide TR82.  70 mph @ 5600 rpm. "Love my New  
  (to me) 205DVS."  
05 Ranger Z20     Garmin electronics, MinnKota TM.  Mr Ed - MO
05 225 Merc    
91 Ranger 361V Lowrance/Eagle electronics, MinnKota Maxxum 70#.    Teelman - NC
91 150 Johnson "Mostly checked out OK, except for the trolling motor. I got  
            Fast Strike the boat up to 50-55 (speedo) in rather rough conditions.  
  Boat was super smooht and comfortable. Had him knock a   
  little off the price and got a new trolling motor for it. "  
98 Ranger R73 24" Laser II.  48 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  11pounder - OK
98 125 Merc    
02 Ranger 518DVX 26" Raker, 6" T&H, Lowrance X91's bow and console,  Bass Fanatic - RI
02 200 Evinrude GlobalMap 3000 console, MinnKota 74#.  
  Propshaft is 3" below the pad. 71.2 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
04 Ranger 185VS 23" Tempest, 4" Rapid Jack, Garmin electronics.   Brad W - IN
04 150 Johnson Propshaft is 4" below the pad. 63 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
  "Bunch Marine set this boat up and did a great job. The   
  dealership where I bought this boat had tried 9 times and never  
  could get the boat to run better than 53 mph. Bunch set it up  
  and it now runs 63 mph. They are a great group of   
  professionals. Anyone in the Knoxville, TN area should go   
  and check them out."  
98 Ranger 518 DVS Lowrnce LMS 160, MinnKota TM. 74 mph (gps).  Ephemera1 - IL
00 200 Merc Opti "30th Anniversary Edition".  
06 Ranger Z21 27" Yamaha T1, 10" Slidemaster, Garmin 250's (2),  LarryD - LA
05 250 Yamaha  MinnKota Maxxum 101#. Propshaft is 1.5" below the pad.  PHOTO     PHOTO
            HPDI 77 mph @ 5500-5600 rpm. "Just had my prop balanced/  PHOTO     PHOTO
   Updated 3/30/06.... blueprinted, runs great! Now I'm going to move my jackplate  
  up to get 6000 rpm!"  
05 Ranger Z21 25" Yamaha, 10" jackplate, Garmin 178C's (2).  Lenny - FL
05 250 Yamaha 75 mph  PHOTO    PHOTO
83 Ranger 350-V 25" Trophy Plus, 6" Turbo, Eagle FishMark 320,   Robpolk - LA
93 150 Mariner Motorguide 74# Brute. 67 mph (gps). "You can't beat these  
  old Ranger Boats."  
87 Ranger 390V 25" Shooter, 5" CMC jackplate, Eagle Fishmark 480,  JamesS - SC
90 200 Johnson 480 GPS. Motor is 3" above transom. 72 mph @ 5600 rpm  
  (gps). "This boat pins you back in the seat at holeshot and  
  runs 72 mph top end, smooth as glass at that speed also, only  
  from a Ranger. Shooter 25" is highly recommended for any  
  Johnson GT200 with .040 over pistons, Boyesen reeds,   
  jetted 25 carbs and ported out exhaust! This boat rocks!"  
01 Ranger 2005VS 26" Tempest, 8" hydraulic, Garmin 160's (2), Humminbird  TW - IL
01 225 Merc Opti indash flasher, Motorguide Tour Edition 82#.  
  Propshaft is 2" below the pad. 71.7 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
  "Boat has excellent holeshot, even for high setup. Just mash  
  the top load hot foot throttle, trim till you don't have anymore  
  and Hang On."  
03 Ranger 521 6" hydraulic jackplate, Lowrance LCX-25C, LMS-332C,  RangerRanger - TX
     Comanche MinnKota Maxxum 101#. "Just moved up to this from my '99  
03 250 Yamaha Ranger 518. Haven't really given her a full workout yet, but I  
             HPDI love her!"  
04 Ranger 195VS 26" Raker, 5 1/2" CMC, Garmin 168GPS/sounder, 240,  Ryan - TX
04 200 Evinrude MinnKota 74#.  68 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "What can I do  
  to get more speed out of this boat?"  
86 Ranger 373V 24" Raker, Lowrance electronics, Motorguide TM.  Angler557 - GA
     BMC 62 mph @ 5600 rpm (speedo). "This boat spent the last 18  PHOTO     PHOTO
86 150 Johnson GT of its 20 years in storage. The original owners passed away  PHOTO     PHOTO
  and his wife kept it in storage up until recently when she   PHOTO
  finally decided to sell it. It's almost completely original."  
05 Ranger VX521 Yamaha prop, Garmin 240, 276C, MinnKota 101#.  ScottG - TX
05 250 Yamaha    
03 Ranger 521DZX 26" Raker, 6" Rite Hite, Garmin 240, 160, MinnKota   JasonB - TX
     35th Anniversary Maxxum 74#.  73.4 mph (gps). "My first Ranger. Best boat  PHOTO
03 225 Evinrude HO I've ever fished out of. Can't wait to get a Ranger Z."  
00 Ranger 520SVX 25" Trophy, 6" Slidemaster, Garmin 178, 250, Motorguide  Sloboat - MS
00 225 Merc  107# Tour. Propshaft is 3" below pad. 69 mph @ 5900 rpm  
            Optimax (gps). "I had to update my speed after getting the boat right.  
   Updated 4/14/06..... I'm still finishing the setup and hopefully will get more out of it  
  but I'm not sure."  
03 Ranger 185VS 23" Tempest, Garmin 140, Lowrance X51, MinnKota  Bassmanterry - AL
03 150 Merc XR6 Maxxum 65#.  63 mph (speedo). "I have ridden in a lot of   
  brands of boats and this is far and away the absolute best."  
05 Ranger Z20 26" Raker II, Garmin 172C, 178C, MinnKota Maxxum  RudeZ20 - KY
05 225 Evinrude Pro 101#.  70.6 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  
            Etec HO    
03 Ranger 519VX 24" Raker, hydraulic jackplate, MinnKota TM.  Tej Lad - OK
03 200 Evinrude 69.4 mph @ 6300 rpm (gps).  
     Ram Ficht HO    
90 Ranger 361V 25" High Five, 6" Vance jackplate, Humminbird Matrix 67,  Knowphish - FL
98 175 Merc EFI Matrix 27, OMC 12/24 TM. Motor is 4" above the transom.  
  64 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps). "I love this "paid for" boat.  
  I've had several others and I'm sticking with this one!"  
85 Ranger 375 V Evinrude TM. 58 mph @ 5400 rpm (speedo).  Jkbeeman - FL
85 150 Merc "Finished restoration, boat was done after sitting out several  
  years."  
06 Ranger Z-20 25" Tempest, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance 332C, 102,  Labassin - LA
06 225 Merc ProXS MinnKota Maxxum Pro 80# US. 70.6 mph @ 5600 rpm  
  (gps). "Still breaking her in, 3.5 hours so far. Every time I run  
  her, she picks up a few tenths...could be the colder water   
  tool. Ran Champions for the last 10 years cuz of the rough  
  water ride, but this Z-20 runs great. Very pleased so far."  
06 Ranger 519 SVX 25" Tempest, Garmin 240, MinnKota 80# TM.  Marshall - OH
06 200 Merc "Will not be able to get in the water till spring."  PHOTO      PHOTO
03 Ranger 185VX 23" Tempest Plus, Garmin Fishfinder 240's (2), 178 GPS,  Bassin28 - MD
03 150 Merc Opti MinnKota TM.  54 mph @ 5250 rpm (gps).  PHOTO      PHOTO
  "My first bass boat."  PHOTO      PHOTO
05 Ranger Z21 Merc Racing prop, 6" jackplate, Lowrance X25,   SPasco - CA
05 250 Merc Verado MinnKota 101#.  73 mph (gps).  
89 Ranger 361V 23" Laser II.  56 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  BRP - OK
89 150 Merc    
02 Ranger 185VS Yamaha prop, Garmin 240, MinnKota Maxxum 65#.  Doug7503 - TX
02 150 Yamaha    
91 Ranger 361V 25" Shooter, 10" Rite Hite, Garmin 160, Humminbird flasher,  Bassman24 - KS
91 175 Merc EFI MinnKota Maxxum 101#. "No speeds yet but will run it   PHOTO      PHOTO
  soon."  PHOTO
05 Ranger Z20 26" Raker, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 240C's (2),  Bill Cook - CA
05 225 Evinrude Lowrance X19C, MinnKota 101#. 72 mph (gps).  
            E-Tec    
00 Ranger 520VX PinPoint 7520, MinnKota 74#.  BFerris - CA
99 225 Merc    
98 Ranger 519DVS 25" Trophy, 6" CMC, Lowrance LMS 332C, Motorguide.  Bkeenom - OK
98 225 Merc Propshaft is 2.75" below pad.  73.3 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
    Updated 2/26/06....    
03 Ranger 520DVX 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin electronics.  Cborne01 - LA
03 225 Merc Opti MinnKota TM.  69 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger 519DVX 25" Tempest, Garmin electronics, MinnKota Maxxum 80 US.  Clarkkent - IL
05 200 Merc Opti 74 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps). "My first Ranger and it is  
  awesome!! Very high quality throughout...no complaints.  
  Opt 200 runs like a beast. Very impressive. I've fished from   
  Skeeters and Stratos' in the past...and although they are nice,  
  they do not compare with the quality of the Ranger."  
03 Ranger 519DVX 24" Raker, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 240, 168,  Roger R - AR
     Nascar MinnKota 74#.  73.8 mph (gps).  PHOTO     PHOTO
03 200 Evinrude    
06 Ranger Z21DC 26" Raker, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 250, 178,  Jim Towey - IL
06 225 Evinrude MinnKota Pro 101#.   65 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  
            Etec HO "Just picked up the boat and have run it only for 3 days....  
  still getting comfortable with the hydraulic jackplate and trim  
  angle. Quite a change from the 2000 R93 with 200 EFI I was  
  running previously.  The ride is unbelievable."  
05 Ranger 185 24" SS prop, Lowrance GPS480, X135, MinnKota  Basstek - CA
     VX DC Max-Pro 80.  65 mph @ 6500 rpm (speedo).  
05 175 Merc "Blue, White and Grey bottom Comanche. Swim ladder,   
            Optimax AM/FM/CD Sirius stereo, bimini top and matching trailer.   
83 Ranger 330V 24" Yamaha ProSeries, Humminbird 2000 Wide View,  Unkjj - AL
83 150 Merc Motorguide TM. Propshaft is 4 3/4" below the pad.  
            Black Max 61.9 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps). "Dad bought it when I was 15.  
  Left it to me. It has always been kept in a garage. The finish  
  is like it was on the showroom. Great fishing boat. I have also  
  skied many hours behind this boat. The boat launches like a   
  rocket."  
02 Ranger 185DVS 25" Tempest, 8" Powerlift, Lowrance 332C, X15,   Nakedfishn - VA
02 175 Merc MinnKota 65#.  66 mph @ 5670 rpm (gps).  
  "Smart Craft is a must. Great unit. Love the 332C GPS/sonar.  
  Just got the boat, hot foot, dual GPS, all other Ranger  
  standards. Smooth ride in rough water and fast in the chop.  
  GPS 66 mph tournament loaded with half a tank of fuel.  
  Great shallow water boat. Sits nice and level. I'll never own  
  another brand!!!"  
85 Ranger 340 26" Ballistic, Lowrance GPS, Motorguide 12/24 48#.  Keith S - ON
94 150 Merc XRi 56.5 mph @ 5000 rpm (gps).  
06 Ranger Z19 Stock prop, jackplate, Lowrance 332C's (2).  Goofy - OK
06 225 Evinrude MinnKota Pro 80# US. 73.2 mph @ 6250 rpm (gps).  PHOTO     PHOTO
            E-tec "Just got boat and have been running Champion for the ride  PHOTO
  since their wide bodies came out in 2001. I used to run  
  Ranger 361 and 461 but was rougher riding than Champion  
  but fished better. This boat has it all. It has a super ride, speed  
  stable flat fishing. What lift and performance."  
95 Ranger 481V 24" Tempest Plus, 10" Rite Hite, New Motorguide I bought  Big Lou 481 - MO
95 150 Merc XR6 for my wife for Mother's Day. Lake Fork took my other one.  
  Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.   
  65 mph @ 6000 rpm (speedo).  
04 Ranger 185VS 23" Tempest, Garmin 160, 240, MinnKota Maxxum 65#.  Spanky - DE
04 150 Merc "Just purchased Sept.05 - leftover 2004 model. Will update  
  after the break-in."  
93 Ranger 482VS High Five prop, 7.5" Bass Jack hydraulic, Garmin 120,  Bahr2954 - FL
93 150 Merc Garmin 72 GPS, Motorguide 55#.  56 mph (gps).  
95 Ranger 487VS 25" Tempest, Lowrance Eagle 320's (2), Motorguide Digital.  ED487 - AR
95 200 Merc 64 mph @ 5450 rpm (gps). "Adding jackplate this winter so  PHOTO     PHOTO
  hopefully will have better numbers posted."  PHOTO     PHOTO
99 Ranger 518DVX 25" Trophy, Lowrance X75.  67.6 mph @ 5300 rpm (gps).  Kyrangerman519 - KY
99 200 Evinrude EFI "This boat had 184 elapsed miles per the GPS when I  
  purchased it in Oct.2004. It was won at a Operation Bass  
  Tournament in FLA by my previous boss. It replaced my   
  first Ranger, a 1997 519DVS with a Merc 225 EFI. The 519  
  was a bit faster at wot (71.5) but the 518 has a slightly better  
  holeshot."  
86 Ranger 340V 26" Merc Chopper (big ear), 5.5" CMC jackplate,  AlanC1 - AL
86 150 Merc XR2 Eagle Fish Elite 480 w/GPS (dash), 480 (front).  
  MinnKota TM.  Propshaft is 2.5" below the pad.  
  61.6 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps). "Have owned this boat 6 years  
  and thoroughly enjoyed it. The original owner took   
  exceptional care of it and the gelcoat, original carpet, etc.,   
  look just like new. Top speed of 61.6 mph (gps) is with a   
  passenger, full tank of gas, normal load of fishing gear and   
  was in 90 degree summertime heat and humidity. Since I've  
  had the boat, I replaced the trolling motor with a new  
  MinnKota, and added new Eagle electronics. It's not the   
  newest or fastest boat on the lake but it's paid for and still   
  running strong!"  
01 Ranger 518VX 25" Trophy, Eagle Accura 240, Status GPS, MinnKota  NeilM - ON
01 200 Yamaha Maxxum 101#.  68.9 mph (gps). "Just got the boat Aug.30th  PHOTO     PHOTO
  and I now know why they call Ranger the Cadillac of bass  PHOTO
  boats. Have been out a few times and is getting faster each  
  time. Still getting used to the hot foot and trim for higher   
  speeds and will update later with final results. Extremely  
  pleased with how stable the boat is when fishing which is a   
  big step up from our old boat. I love this boat and won't be  
  trading it in for a long time."  
97 Ranger 397XT High Five prop, Motorguide 56#. 62 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps).  Ranger 397 - CA
05 200 Merc Opti    
00 Ranger R93VS 25" Merc prop, Lowrance GPS, Garmin (bow),  Who-Dey  - OH
00 200 Merc MinnKota Maxxum 72#. 66 mph @ 5300 rpm (gps).  
88 Ranger 363V 23" Powertech, Eagle Easyview C, Vexilar, Motorguide.  Basshunter47 - FL
    Bassmaster Classic Motor is 1" above the transom. 54 mph @ 4800 rpm. (gps).  
92 150 Johnson    
89 Ranger 354V Eagle/Humminbird electronics, MinnKota Maxxum 70#.  Christopher - WI
04 150 Yamaha    
98 Ranger R73 24" Laser, Garmin 168 GPS Combo, Eagle Ultra Classic,  Mike - LA
98 125 Merc Motorguide 57#. 54 mph @ 5100 rpm (speedo).  
  "White w/Red strip and Grey carpet. 2 bank charger,   
  flipping deck, retractable rod straps, blinker tilt/trim, hot foot,  
  Sony stereo, CD player with 2 6x9 Alpine speakers.  
  Awesome boat...the purchase of a lifetime for this Louisiana  
  boy. God Bless."  
06 Ranger 185DVX 25" Merc prop, Lowrance 332C, X125, MinnKota Maxxum  Frank Od - MI
06 175 Merc Opti Pro 80.   PHOTO      PHOTO
     PHOTO      PHOTO
90 Ranger 365V Humminbird Matrix 67, Matrix 37, OMC TM.  Dale - TX
90 175 Johnson 61 mph (gps).  
90 Ranger 482V 27" Shooter, Lowrance X70A, MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  FirstGear - MN
91 150 Johnson 65 mph (speedo).  
            First Strike    
00 Ranger Comanche 25" Tempest, 6" CMC jackplate, Lowrance LMS 480,  Jbeck206 - LA
05 225 Merc Humminbird 535, MinnKota Pro Maxx.  
            Optimax 68 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger 519VX 25" Yamaha VMax, Garmin 240, MinnKota TM.  JAB - TX
05 200 Yamaha 67 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "I custom ordered this boat and  
            HPDI took delivery in June. Overall I'm very impressed with the   
  quality and attention to detail you get with a Ranger.  
  Performance and fishability are both excellent."  
05 Ranger Z20 25" Tempest, 10" Ranger hydraulic, Garmin indash GPS,  JosephH - GA
     Comanche Garmin, MinnKota 101#. 71 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  
05 225 Merc ProXS "Still breaking in the Mercury - only running with jackplate all  
  way down, not trimming past vertical and no more than   
  5400 rpm."  
02 Ranger 520DVX 25" Trophy, 6" CMC, Lowrance LCX26hd's (2).  Eric - NY
02 225 Merc MinnKota Riptide TM. Propshaft is 2" below pad.  
            Optimax 66 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "Looking for prop and motor  
  height set up."  
02 Ranger 520DVX 25" Merc prop, Garmin 188's, Vexilar FL-10, MinnKota  MattL - MN
02 225 Merc EFI Maxxum 101#.  73 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  
  "Low hours on this boat."  
95 Ranger 482VS 23" Renegade, Humminbird flasher, Pinpoint.  Brokerhopeful - MI
95 150 Johnson Motorguide 76# TM. 60 mph @ 5600 rpm. "I am 23 and   
           Fast Strike just bought my first Ranger.  I had it up to 60 with 20 gallons  
  of gas and 1 passenger, since then I can only get it up to 55.  
  I'm getting a 25" Trophy Plus soon though."  
04 Ranger 521VX 25" Raker, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 188C, 168,  Ky521 - KY
04 225 Evinrude HO MinnKota 101#.  72.4 mph @ 6000 rpm (gps).  
  "4th Ranger and the best one yet!"  
05 Ranger 520 25" Tempest, Lowrance 125's (2), MinnKota Maxpro 80#.  Rick Perez - CA
05 225 Merc  "My Ranger 520 is Awesome! and the colors are one of a   PHOTO
            Optimax kind."  
93 Ranger 354 23" Raker, 24" Trophy, 9" jackplate, Lowrance 25,   Ranger22 - KY
93 150 Johnson Humminbird 60, MinnKota Maxxum 65#. Propshaft is 3"  
            Fast Strike below pad. 62-65 mph @ 5500 rpm (speedo).  
  "Would like to hear from other 354 owners as to set-up. Both  
  Raker and Trophy were worked by Boger."  
02 Ranger 520VX 25" Yamaha ProSeries, MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  Ryan - IN
02 225 Yamaha "Bought it used with only 36 hours. Unbelievably happy to be  PHOTO     PHOTO
  part of the Ranger family. What a boat! Second console on  
  the way and LMS-332 will be on soon as well."  
05 Ranger 519VX 23" Merc prop, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 240,  WIRangerguy - WI
05 200 Merc  MinnKota Maxxum TM. "What a great boat! Pleased with   
            Optimax every aspect of it."  
99 Ranger 519DVX Merc prop, PowerLift jackplate, Lowrance 332C,  Clark - KY
01 200 Merc MinnKota Maxxum 65#. "Just got this boat and amazed by  
            Optimax Ranger quality and service."  
92 Ranger 485V 23" Laser II, Bottom Finder/Humminbird electronics.  Boss445 - IN
92 150 Merc Motorguide TM.  PHOTO    PHOTO
01 Ranger 518VX 25" Raker, Garmin 160's (2), GPSMap 276C,   NDLucas - GA
     Comanche MinnKota TM.  68.9 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
01 200 Evinrude    
05 Ranger 519 25" Tempest, 6" T&H jackplate, Lowrance LMS-480,  Chris519 - MN
05 200 Merc  X125, MinnKota Maxxum Pro 80.   
            Optimax 68.2 mph @ 5400 rpm.(gps).  
97 Ranger 482VS 26" Raker, 6" Land & Sea hydraulic.  73+ mph @ 6100   Kevin225 - ME
96 225 Evinrude rpm (gps). "Still working on setup, had a 150 and now have  
            Vindicator much more HP. I am hoping to get close to 80 with a good  
  holeshot. Anyone with a similar setup please contact me.  
  I am in need of prop recommendations. My motor is a 225  
  Vindicator with a low water pickup. Not sure on pad to motor  
  height yet, still messin' around."  
04 Ranger 521 Garmin 240, MinnKota TM. "This is a dream boat."  ESmith521 - NC
04 250 Yamaha     
            HPDI    
01 Ranger R93 26" Raker, Lowrance X65, Garmin 240, MinnKota Maxxum  Crankin7 - IL
01 200 Evinrude 101#.  65.5 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "I am pretty happy with  
            Ficht this boat. It is the All-American package so it is decked out  
  close to a Comanche. It has tandem trailer with brakes and  
  backup lights. I will be making adjustments to bring it close  
  too, if not 70 mph."  
00 Ranger 519 DVS 25" Tempest, 6" CMC, Lowrance LMS 480,   JBeck206 - LA
00 225 Merc Humminbird Matrix 67, MinnKota Pro Maxx.  
04 Ranger Reata180 Garmin GPS Map 182C, Motorguide FWS 71.  JoeJ - AL
04 150 Merc 51 mph (gps). "Very fishable with the deck extension."  
96 Ranger 481VS 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Hydrodynamics jackplate, Garmin  igs65 - FL
02 175 Merc 178C, 240, Motorguide Great White TM.  PHOTO
            Optimax 68.7 mph @ 5500 rpm.  
05 Ranger Z20 25" Tempest, 10" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance X102C (dash),  Gabe - IA
05 225 Merc ProXS Lowrance X102C (forward deck), MinnKota MaxxPro 80  
  US. "My Nascar colored Z20 just came in and hasn't seen  
  water yet. More information to follow after the motor is  
  broken in. I would appreciate any comments you have on a   
  set up similar to mine."  
05 Ranger Z21 25" Yamaha T1, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance 332C, X135,  GAZ21 - GA
250 Yamaha HPDI MinnKota Maxxum 74#.   PHOTO    PHOTO
     PHOTO    PHOTO
00 Ranger R91VS 25" Tempest, hydraulic jackplate, Garmin 240, MinnKota 65.  BillyS - KY
00 200 Merc Motor is 2" above the transom. 66.6 mph @ 5500 rpm  
  (gps). "I love this boat.....verrry nice ride, I think it could do  
  hustle if it was set up better."  
00 Ranger 520DVX 25" Tempest Plus, Lowrance X18C, X125, MinnKota TM.  Todd - CA
04 225 Merc 69.7 mph @ 5650 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
97 Ranger R70 Lowrance X25, Motorguide TM. "I'm in the Air Force and   Dolphnut - MD
97 115 Merc have owned the boat for 5 years but about six months after  
  I bought it I was reassigned overseas in Japan. I'm back and   
  looking for a stainless prop. Any advice or recommendations  
  would be welcome. CMSgt. Steve Holland."  
99 Ranger R73 SS prop, Lowrance X49, MinnKota 50#.   Brent - ME
99 125 Merc 54 mph @ 5200 rpm (speedo). "Have had the boat for 4   
  years and have never had a problem with it. Thinking of putting  
  a jackplate on it to try and get more speed, but not sure that  
  it will help."  
93 Ranger 330V Laser II, Lowrance/Eagle electronics, Motorguide TM.  Krmcd - KY
93 90 Merc    
84 Ranger 350V Johnson TM. "My first Bass Boat! I'm the 3rd owner.   Krh9848 - SC
84 150 Johnson The first two owenrs kept this boat in a garage its entire life  
  with little use. It's in great condition!"  
91 Ranger 362V Lowrance/Garmin electronics, MinnKota 72#.  Jeremy - LA
01 150 Merc XTS "Just bought this magnificent find while on leave from tour  
  from Iraq. Only got to test drive before buying day before I   
  returned to Iraq. Biting at the nails to get home and hit the   
  water.  Never thought I would own a Ranger and here I am.  
  Best boat I've ever owned. Will update when I get home in   
  September. Thanks Ranger."  
95 Ranger 487VS 25" Renegade, Lowrance 350A, X45, Motorguide Pro 70#.  Andy - SC
96 200 Johnson 63 mph (gps). "She ain't new but she's new to me."  
94 Ranger 361V 25" High Five, Eagle Fishmark 320 (bow), Eagle SeaCharter    Rudeman - IL
94 150 Merc 480DF(console), EGC-12W GPS module.Motorguide  PHOTO     PHOTO
  Tour 70# Digital. Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.  
   Updated 3/25/07........ "I'm getting 53.8 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps). Speed measured  
  with full tx load, 2 anglers and 1.5 tanks of fuel. This baby is  
  rock solid, my wife says "It's a Cadillac!". The holeshot is  
  outstanding and she planes at 20-25 mph. I'll be changing   
  the prop for more, I'm willing to sacrifice some holeshot for  
  more top end."  
05 Ranger Z20 26" Raker, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance LMS480, X135,  Pugzy - SC
05 225 Evinrude MinnKota 101#.  70 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  
            E-Tec    
96 Ranger 362XT 24" Trophy, 6" jackplate, Garmin 240, GPS162,  Al P - LA
96 150 Merc XR6 MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  Motor is 2" above the transom.  
  60 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "My first Ranger but not my last.  
  Great ride and stable fishing boat. Turns great even at wot."  
04 Ranger 185DVS 24" Yamaha, 6" Pro Hi-Jacker HP, Lowrance LMS480M,  Csnbasser - TX
04 150 Yamaha Garmin 160, MinnKota Power Drive 70 w/auto pilot.  PHOTO      PHOTO
             VMax Propshaft is 3.25" below the pad. 60 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger 521VX 27" Tempest, 6" RiteHite, Lowrance X15, X17,   Dtrs5kprs - KS
05 250XS Merc Motorguide Tour 109#. "Just picked the boat up on 4/27/05  PHOTO       PHOTO
  and have not hit the water yet.  Barring some unforeseen  PHOTO
  disappointment, it is far and away the nicest bass boat I have  
  owned. The X15 and X17 are Ram mounted for deep  
  vertical fishing, also a 1240 in-dash at the console for channel  
  running. Completely sold on the storage and cockpit layout.  
  Not sure about livewell setup but time will tell."  
05 Ranger 185VX 23" Tempest Plus, Lowrance LMS 330C, X125, MNVXComanche - MN
     Comanche MinnKota Maxxum 74#. 61 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  PHOTO     PHOTO
     Tour Edition "Has 3 bank onboard charger, deck extension and remote  PHOTO     PHOTO
04 150 Evinrude HO oil fill. Lots of storage. Great handling and fishability. Smooth,  
  powerful motor, (still breaking in). Very comfortable seats.  
  Great electronics. I love it!!"  
05 Ranger Z21 27" Tempest, 10" Slidemaster, Lowrance LCX-25C,  e4products - OK
05 250 Merc XS X102C's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 80 US. Propshaft is 3"  
  below the pad. 72 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
82 Ranger 335V 23" Laser, Eagle Fishmark 320, Garmin Fishfinder 120,  Wigglewart335 - OK
79 150 Evinrude MinnKota 55#.  56 mph @ 5500 rpm. "I bought this boat  PHOTO      PHOTO
  for a fraction of what it's worth.  The boat looked horrible  PHOTO      PHOTO
  when I bought it, but I repainted the trailer, put all new decals  
  on it, new tires/wheels, new windshields, did a complete   
  wiring job, tuned the motor, built in a new deck up front - all  
  deck now with a customer tackle storage up front and new  
  carpet, a little elbow grease to remove the oxidation and it   
  looks like new.  Has an onboard 3 bank charger and I   
  upgraded the tank to a 20 gal. That motor is a real gas hog.  
  I plan to put a new motor on next year. Even after all the work  
  I have only $1900. invested, I think I came out like a bandit."  
98 Ranger 518DVS 25" Renegade, 5.5" CMC, Lowrance LMS 350A, X65.  Dixon-Dan  - IL
02 200 Evinrude MinnKota 101#. Propshaft is 3.5" below the pad.  PHOTO
      Updated 5/11/06.... 71 mph @ 5900 rpm (gps).  
90 Ranger 374V 27" Shooter, Lowrance 185, LMS320, Motorguide  Twitch - MA
91 150 Johnson Great White 82#. 60 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  PHOTO      PHOTO
            Fast Strike "Just picked up this boat, replacing my 1980 Ranger 1600  PHOTO      PHOTO
  VIII w/75 hp. New boat is great, more room, speed and  
  comfort, hopefully this one will be as good as my last."  
88 Ranger 373V Lowrance 350A's (2), Motorguide Brute 24V.  RenoRanger373 - NV
88 150 Yamaha 56 mph (gps).  
99 Ranger 518VX 26" Trophy, 8" RiteHite, Lowrance X135, LCS15MT,  Mr B - CA
99 200 Merc Opti MinnKota 101#. 67 mph (gps). "I love this boat. Very quick  PHOTO
  out of the hole. Very stable platform. Lots of storage. TM is  
  awesome. Great electronics. Would do it all again...."  
89 Ranger 373V Super Jack Turbo jackplate, Eagle Fishmark 320,   BradE - MI
89 150 Johnson MinnKota 65#. 62 mph. "First bass boat! She is a beauty, I   
  just finished having the seats recovered, recarpeted her  
  myself and built an extended front deck myself. She is Blue/  
  Red and Silver and the bell of the ball! If you would like a pic,  
  shoot me over an e-mail!  God Bless."  
05 Ranger 185DVS Garmin 240, MinnKota TM.  Largemouth33 - MO
05 150 Yamaha    
97 Ranger 492VS 25" Trophy, Lowrance LCX-17M, X102C, Motorguide  492Slayer - CA
97 225 Merc EFI Tour 81#.  65.1 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "Rides like a   
  Cadillac, smooth and dry. For a 22' boat I think65 mph is   
  pretty damn good. No complaints, I waited 25 years to get  
  my first Ranger and she's a beauty!"  
87 Ranger 360V 25" prop, Lowrance X55, X85, Motorguide TM.  Gerry - CA
87 150 Yamaha "Best investment ever made, I have enjoyed my Ranger for  
  18 years."  
86 Ranger 371V Motorguide Brute 55#. 62 mph (speedo). "This is my first  LarryS - OK
86 175 Merc XR2 Ranger. I absolutely love it.  I cannot wait to save up and   PHOTO     PHOTO
  buy a brand new 185VX in a year or so...!"  PHOTO     PHOTO
05 Ranger 519VX Motorguide 81#.  ShakyShaky - VA
05 200 Merc Opti    
04 Ranger Reata210 23" Yamaha, Garmin 125, Lowrance 332C, MinnKota  Scott - MN
04 Yamaha Maxxum. Runs about 60 mph. "New boat - approx. 20 hours  
  on her - she's tough and fast for a lead sled. I think she's a   
  keeper. Rod locker storage could be redesigned to   
  accomodate longer rods, deck extension should be standard,  
  livewell pump has intermittent issues, but WOW-what a boat.  
  My previous boat was an Astro S18FS with a Merc 115  
  2+r and she was not only pretty but well received!"  
90 Ranger 393V 27" Shooter, Humminbird 400TX's (2), Motorguide Beast  Lillypadd - FL
90 200 Johnson GT 109#. Motor mounted in 3rd hole. 63 mph @ 5900 rpm  
            (gps). "Need more info for setup, I believe I can get more   
  speed."  
88 Ranger 364V 26" prop, 6" hydraulic jackplate, Garmin 160, Eagle 320,  Greg - TX
89 150 Yamaha Motor is 3.5" above the transom. 66 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger 185DVX 25" Tempest, Garmin electronics, MinnKota TM.  HooverRanger - AL
05 175 Merc    PHOTO       PHOTO
     PHOTO       PHOTO
03 Ranger 521 27" Tempest Plus, 6" Rite Hite, Garmin 240, 164,   Ttip - VA
     Nascar MinnKota 76.  Motor is 25 1/2" above the transom.  
05 250XS Merc 74.8 mph @ 5650 rpm (gps).  This speed was with two   
  people and 1/2 tank of gas, 50 lbs of fishing gear. Still a lot   
  left in this rig, motor goes to 6300 rpm but I'm looking for  
  around 5800/5900, that will be all I'll ever need.  
  Great ride!  
05 Ranger 621 Renegade, Garmin 276C, GSD20, 178C, MinnKota 101#  Reel Lady - OH
05 225 Evinrude 62" shaft.  
            E-Tec    
03 Ranger 521 26" prop, 6" Bob's, Lowrance 332C, 102C, MinnKota 101  CK - TX
03 250XS Merc Pro.  71+ @ 5800 rpm (gps). "A nice step up from my 481."  
05 Ranger Z21 27" Tempest, 10" Rite-Hite, LCX104, LCX20,  Jr - KS
05 250 XS Merc MinnKota 101#. Motor is 25 1/2" above the pad.  
  70.2 mph @ 5480 rpm. "This was tested with full gas tanks,  
  full livewells, full gear, 2 people and 25 mph winds, can't seem  
  to get enough rpm and tried 3 other props and several motor  
  heights but you talk about a ride and handle like no other, it's  
  the best I've ever owned."  
98 Ranger 519DVS 25" Laser II, Lowrance X75, X125, Motorguide TM.  RPJFlint - TX
98 225 Mariner Motor is mounted in the 3rd hole. 78 mph @ 5800 rpm  
  (speedo). "I have owned several boats over a 35 year period  
  and this is my first Ranger. I wouldn't own anything else but a  
  Ranger. I know speedometer readings are not accurate but  
  this boat will run. The setup is perfect and is the same as the  
  dealer set it up."  
04 Ranger 521SVX 27" Tempest, Lowrance LMS480, X135, Motorguide 109#.  Ranger 365 - MN
04 250XS Merc    
02 Ranger 195VS 26" Raker, 6" Offsetter, Garmin Fishfinder 160 (indash),   Frank - AR
02 200 Evinrude Hydraulic steering, hot foot and Pro trim.  PHOTO
  Lowrance X51 (bow). Motorguide Tour Edition 82#.  
  Propshaft is 3.75" below pad. 71.4 mph @ 5900 rpm (gps).  
00 Ranger R73 24" Laser II, Garmin 125, Lowrance 47EX, MinnKota  BiddyJ - GA
00 125 Merc Maxxum 50#.  54 mph @ 5100 rpm (gps).  
05 Ranger 175SVS 21" Trophy, Lowrance LMS480, X125, Motorguide 24V  A.J. - LA
05 115 Merc 71# Digital.  52 mph @ 5100 rpm (speedo).  PHOTO
  "Saltwater wiring, aluminum Ranger Trail trailer, 3 bank  
  DualPro stainless steel battery charger."  
96 Ranger 363V Raker prop, Lowrance LMS160 GPS, X55a, Motorguide  Ridgerunner - MO
96 150 Evinrude Brute 55#. 65 mph (gps). "Was a trophy boat from the 1996  
  Bass Master Classic won by Mark Tucker or Kirkwood, MO  
04 Ranger 521DVX 25" Trophy Plus, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  Jefffriend - TX
04 225 Merc Opti "I've waited a very long time to get this boat. Only have 1   PHOTO     PHOTO
  hour on engine and will not have speed until broken in.  PHOTO     PHOTO
  It is certainly a much heavier boat than I've been used to.  PHOTO
  After breakin, I would like to consider a jackplate & prop   
  work if that will help in getting the boat out of the hole quicker.  
03 Ranger 185VS 25" Tempest Plus, Garmin 160, 162.   TBUNL - OH
02 175 Merc Opti 62 mph @ 5450 rpm (gps).  
02 Ranger 195 Garmin 240 front & rear, Cuda 240, MinnKota TM.  KBKindle - IN
     VS DC 64 mph @ 5100 rpm (gps).  
04 200 Yamaha    
             HPDI    
99 Ranger 518DVX 28" Trophy, 10" Hydro Jacker hydraulic, Garmin 168's (2),  Tweet99 - IL
99 200 Merc MinnKota Maxxum Pro.  68 mph (gps).  PHOTO
05 Ranger 519VX Garmin 240, Motorguide Digital 82#.  TomK - IL
05 200 Merc Opti    
02 Ranger 518 VX 25" Tempest Plus, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Lowrance LMS240  Apickech - TN
02 200 Merc EFI (console), X87 (bow), Motorguide 105# TR109 Digital.  
  68.7 mph @ 6000 rpm (gps). "Absolutely the best fishing  
  platform I have ever fished from."  
94 Ranger 391V 25" Tempest, Lowrance X125, X70, Motorguide TM.  Rob D - OR
95 200 Mariner EFI 67 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
04 Ranger 185VS 23" Yamaha, Garmin 160, 120, MinnKota Maxxum 65#.  Mike - TX
03 250 Yamaha 58 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps). "Just broke engine in, like the  
            VMax layout and fishability."  
85 Ranger 375V Raker prop, Motorguide Brute.  54 mph @ 5000 rpms.  Dustyd 76 - GA
85 150 Johnson "Just purchased and getting to know more about it. I've been  PHOTO       PHOTO
  fishing for years, but this is my first boat."  PHOTO       PHOTO
01 Ranger 520DVX 25" prop, Garmin 240, MinnKota Maxxum 74#. Passion 4 Bassin - IN
01 225 Yamaha 70 mph (speedo).  
04 Ranger 520VX 25" Tempest, 6" hydraulic, Lowrance 330C, 135.  Hemi - MD
04 225 Merc Opti MinnKota 101#.  68.8 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
  "Will update later, prop was sent out to be blueprinted."  
04 Ranger 185DVX Lowrance LMS480, X125, MinnKota TM.  ABNRGR - AL
05 175 Yamaha Speed - Enough.  PHOTO
95 Ranger 461VS 24" Tempest, Motorguide TM. Motor is 3" above transom.  Jayhc2 - TX
98 175 Merc EFI 65.2 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps). "Great riding boat on rough  
  and calm water. This boat starts to chinewalk at this speed  
  not too bad without a jackplate."  
95 Ranger 391V 25" Raker, OMC jackplate, Lowrance X47, X85,  JBob - TX
95 200 Johnson MinnKota Maxxum 74#. Motor is 6" above the transom.  
           Venom 68 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
01 Ranger 518DVX 25" Tempest, Garmin 162, Eagle Accura, MinnKota 101#.  MNfish - MN
01 200 Merc Opti "Just got it this winter of 2005. Will not be able to use if for  PHOTO        PHOTO
  a few months. I will report then. BTW...I only paid 15K for  
  this boat!"  
95 Ranger 492VS 24" Trophy, 6" Vance, Garmin 168, 160, MinnKota 74#  PaulT - AZ
95 200 Merc Maxxum.  64.8 mph @ 5200 rpm (gps).  
02 Ranger 185DVS Garmin 240 (bow), 168 (dash). MinnKota 74# TM.  Basser1OH - OH
02 175 Merc Opti "This is the finest boat I have ever owned. I hope to upgrade  PHOTO
  to a 521Z w/250 Opti in a year or two."  
85 Ranger 370V 6" jackplate, Eagle electronics, MinnKota 55# All Terrain.  Flametamer123 - NC
85 150 Johnson 63 mph  
95 Ranger R72 20" Raker, Garmin 240, Lowrance LMS160, Motorguide  Show - NH
     Sport 55#.  42 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps). "Currently 42 mph; I have  
95 115 Johnson been working on that with a few guys here, hopefully that will  
  go up in the spring. I will let you know!!"  
88 Ranger 395V I/O "Just bought the boat in November '04 and it's been sitting  LEM96 - WV
88 5.7L Mercruiser outside for the last two winters."  
04 Ranger  24" prop, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota 74#.  jr7024 - IN
     Fisherman 619 57 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  
02 200 Merc    
05 Ranger 185VX Lowrance 480, X125, MinnKota 74#.  Calibassman - CA
05 175 Merc Opti "This is my first boat and I love it.  Still breaking her in, will   PHOTO
  add speed later."  
04 Ranger 185VX Tempest prop, Garmin electronics, MinnKota 64# TM.  Detjwms - VA
04 175 Merc Comanche package plus front and rear Loc-R-Bars, tilt  PHOTO
            Optimax steering, trim on column, boarding ladder. Matches my 2001  PHOTO
  Denali beautifully!! Not sure of WOT yet, got to finish break  PHOTO
  in period."  
04 Ranger 519 VX 25" Tempest Plus, 6" hydraulic jackplate, Humminbird  JDRussell - TX
04 200 Merc EFI Matrix 67 gps, Humminbird indash flasher, Motorguide 36V  
  109# Tour ES.  72 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
  "This is my first Ranger and it is a great boat.  Attention to  
  detail is phenomenal.  I've owned other brands, but Ranger  
  does things a little different. I guess you get what you pay for  
  more times than not."  
96 Ranger 364V 24" Raker, 10" CMC jackplate, Lowrance X75, 1240,  Fishdoctor - LA
96 150 Evinrude OMC 12/24 TM. Motor is 3.5" above the transom.  
  63 mph @ 5900 rpm (gps).  
98 Ranger 518SVS 25" Tempest Plus, 6" jackplate, Lowrance X65 in dash,  FishinZR2 - FL
     Special X97 at bow, MinnKota 54#.  Motor is 4" above the transom.  
98 200 Yamaha 67 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "How can I make my boat go   
            VMax faster?"  
02 Ranger 205 Garmin 240, MinnKota Maxxum TM.   DCombs - KY
02 225 Merc Kentucky KeelShield boat.  PHOTO
99 Ranger R97 21" Yamaha, Lowrance X47, M56, MinnKota Maxxum 50#,  Jer - MN
     Reata 56 mph @ 5600 rpm (speedo).  
92 150 Yamaha ProV    
05 Ranger Z20 25" Tempest, Garmin electronics, MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  Clyde - TX
05 225 Merc Opti 70 mph (gps).  
92 Ranger 362V 26" Merc, Garmin 168, Lowrance X47EX, MinnKota  CoolRanger - FL
92 175 Mariner Maxxum 74#.  Propshaft is 4" below the pad.  PHOTO
  56 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
96 Ranger 461VS 23" Trophy Plus, factory jackplate, Humminbird Matrix 17,  Ranger461VS - AL
96 150 Mariner Matrix 25. MinnKota 70# TM. 65.6 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
     Magnum 2.5 "I love the ride that a Ranger gives. It is by far the smoothest  
  of ANY bass boat that I've ever been in. I bought this boat  
  Updated 1/9/05.... from the original owner. It has been well taken care of.  
  I don't know if he had the motor "tweaked" or not but I know  
  that it's the fastest 150 that I've ever drove."  
02 Ranger R71 21" Ballistic, Garmin 240, Eagle Fishmark 320, MinnKota  Unclebass - Italy
01 115 Johnson Maxxum 50#.  56 mph @ 5450 rpm (speedo). "For me this  
  is the best 17 bassboats, great for fishing and great for all."  
95 Ranger R 70 20" Raker, Lowrance X55A, 1240A, OMC 12/24 TM.  Mr Smallmouth - TN
95 115 Johnson    
            Fast Strike    
01 Ranger R81VS 25" prop, Lowrance X91, Eagle Optima, MinnKota  Mark - SC
01 175 Merc Maxxum 65#.  75 mph @ 5800 rpm (speedo).  
  "Just bought my Ranger and love it.  It handles like a dream  
  at high speeds and looks great.  I am proud to own the best  
  boat on the water, RANGER!!!"  
99 Ranger 518SVX 25" Tempest, 6" Detwiler hydraulic, Garmin GPS,  FD518 - FL
00 200 Merc Opti Motorguide 36V, 82#.  71.2 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps).  
  "Only had the boat a few weeks....Love it, now I know what   
  the hype is about the Rangers...excited to fish the Ranger Cup  
  next year."  
96 Ranger 482VS 23" Renegade, Lowrance X70A, LMS350A, Lucklesspedestrian - IN
96 150 Johnson Motorguide Brute 765. Motor is 2" above the transom.  PHOTO      PHOTO
  58 mph (gps).  PHOTO
93 Ranger 362V 24" Renegade, 6" Just Rite jackplate. Motor is 3" above the  GatorgarOu812 - IL
93 150 Evinrude transom.  60 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps). "Any help for more  
  speed?  Different prop or is this all I can expect out of this  
  boat?"  
04 Ranger 519 26" Tempest, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 168, 240,  Tom - AR
     Nascar MinnKota 74#. 78 mph @ 5600 rpm (gps).  
04 200 Merc "This Nascar package delivers the best hole shot of any boat  
  I have ever owned. I'm very happy with my top speed with  
  the Merc 3.0 200 hp. Nascar extreme colors are very cool.  
  All in all I love this boat, sorry no pictures, can't afford camera  
  spent it all on new boat."  
97 Ranger R82 Sport Raker prop, Garmin 168 sounder/gps, Garmin 160,  Red Ranger - IN
97 150 Johnson Motorguide Brute 756. 60 mph @ 5700 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
00 Ranger R91VS 25" Tempest, Garmin electronics, MinnKota TM.  WCSmith - KY
00 200 Merc    
94 Ranger R70 21" 3 blade prop. "Anybody have any suggestions on 4 blade  SGregg - TN
94 115 Merc props for this boat. New owner and would like any info that  
  is available.  
04 Ranger 185 Garmin 160, MinnKota 160. 63 mph (speedo).  George - PA
04 150 Merc    
00 Ranger 520SVX 25" Trophy, Garmin 240, Garmin GPS Map 185S,  Gobi Muncher - OH
00 225 Merc EFI MinnKota Maxxum 74#.  PHOTO
04 Ranger Reata 23" Yamaha, Garmin 125's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 64#.  Scott - MN
     210 VS 64 mph @ 5500 rpm (speedo). "New boat, just out of break  
04 225 Yamaha  in - vibration between 1200 and 3500 very noticeable -   
             VMax otherwise ok. Pursuing vibration problem - will try to update  
  if resolved."  
03 Ranger 520VX 26" prop, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 101#.  Rangercup520 - NC
03 225 Yamaha 75 mph @ 5200 rpm. "Sweeeet!"  
00 Ranger R93 24" Raker, Garmin 160, Zercom flasher. MinnKota Maxxum  Joe - MN
00 200 Johnson 74#. 64 mph @ 5400 rpm (gps). "Borrowed a Renegade 25  
  and speed dropped to 59 gps. Anyone know of something  
  better?"  
05 Ranger 521VX 27" Tempest Plus, 6" Bob's hydraulic w/gauge,   Fuzzy Willy - MO
04 250XS Merc Lowrance 480LMS, Lowrance 125X, MinnKota 101#.  
  75 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  
04 Ranger 520VX 25" Tempest, 6" Detwiler hydraulic, Lowrance 1440's (2),  Derek - GA
04 225 Merc Lowrance X15. Motorguide 109# 36V.  PHOTO
            Optimax 72.1 mph (gps).  
77 Ranger 175-A 21" Merc prop, Humminbird indash, MinnKota 560.  Sooner Fish - OK
77 150 Merc Propshaft is 6.5" below pad.  5100 rpm.  PHOTO     PHOTO
  "Recently bought this boat used. The boat and motor are  PHOTO     PHOTO
  sound, but I'm doing some detail work I will post speed info  
  later after tested with GPS and will post pics. This boat is  
  the same model and color as the boats used for the   
  Bassmasters Classic in 1977. It is Bright Blue/Silver/Sky Blue.  
  These boats were built using the Allison hulls and were the  
  "pad boats".  
04 Ranger 175VS 21" Merc, Garmin 240's (2), MinnKota Maxxum 56#.  Pikeman66 - IN
03 115 Merc    
91 Ranger 361V 26" Trophy Plus, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 168 Sounder,  Rob - FL
04 175 Merc EFI Garmin 240, 98 Evinrude 24V TM.  
  70 mph @ 5750 rpm (gps). "A rocket ship on rails!!  
  Full Load 2 people, 70 mph @ 5750 rpm, full load 3 people  
  66 mph @ 5750 rpm. I carry a dozen rods and a ton of   
  tackle! Weight is NOT a factor as long as it is distributed  
  properly!!"  
02 Ranger 185VS 23" Tempest, 5.5" CMC, Lowrance X65's (2),  SDBRanger - IA
02 150 Merc MinnKota Maxxum 74#. Propshaft is 3.25" below the pad.  
  4800 rpm. "I am having trouble with the setup any suggestions  
  would be appreciated, I am not getting the mph or rpms."  
03 Ranger 175SVS 19" prop, Garmin 160, Lowrance X65, GM3200,  Ranger14624 - NY
03 115 Yamaha MinnKota 65#.  50.2 mph @ 6800 rpm (gps).  
02 Ranger 185VS 6" jackplate, Garmin 240, Lowrance X15, MinnKota 74#.  Fisch10 - TX
03 175 Yamaha 62 mph (gps).  PHOTO
            HPDI    
95 Ranger 488VS 23" Renegade, Humminbird 400TX & Wide View,  Skibo - FL
95 150 Johnson Lowrance 1240A, OMC BFL4T.  
           FastStrike    
04 Ranger 195VS 25" Yamaha, Lowrance X15, X97 (bow), MinnKota  Walkonwaterbassguidesvcs - FL
  Maxxum 74#. 63 mph @ 5300 rpm (gps).  
  "Lowrance flasher in dash, Extreme battery charger, custom  
  rod holder in starboard locker (holds 3 rods) and retractable  
  rod straps. Looking to add a Bob's 4" or 6" hydraulic  
  jackplate and custom prop. Any suggestions?"  
95 Ranger 392V 25" Trophy, 6" Pro HiJacker, Lowrance X65, X75.  Al Benoit - ON
     Comanche Motorguide Brute 67.  67 mph (gps).  PHOTO
95 200 Mariner    PHOTO
99 Ranger R93 Trophy prop, Eagle Fishmark 480's (2), Motorguide Brute 80  Red Ranger - LA
99 200 Merc EFI 65 mph @ 5500 rpm (gps).  PHOTO
04 Ranger  27" SS prop, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 168 GPS,  John J - TX
     Comanche Garmin 240, MinnKota 101#.  
04 250 Merc Opti 75 mph @ 5800 rpm (gps).  
04 Ranger 522VX Yamaha T1 prop, 6" Bob's hydraulic, Garmin 188C GPS/  ScottD - TX
04 300 Yamaha Sounder, Garmin 240, MinnKota Riptide 101# TM.  PHOTO        PHOTO
  76.2 mph @ 6100 rpm (gps). "This boat has only 4 hours on  PHOTO        PHOTO
  it and I am still winding it out.  I will update with additional  PHOTO        PHOTO
  info later."  

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