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178 VX
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Description   top

Engineered with more space, more features, more comfort, convenience, fish ability and more available horsepower... the 178VX is rapidly raising the bar on total value and accelerated performance. Inside the roomy design, the front deck is balanced by a pair of 7' rod boxes with gas spring lid assists, flush mounted key locks and tapered rod tube organizers for extra care of your sticks and tackle. At the helm, the VX-equipped console includes speed, tach, fuel, trim and water pressure gauges. Additional electronics include a Lowrance® X-135 or a Hummingbird® 767, an on-board charger and a Minn Kota® trolling motor. Reinforcing the smooth rough-water ride, cockpit seating is performance-matched for greater leg, lateral, and lumbar support. The center section of the full bench design features a high-back, fold-down step for even easier access to the rear deck. Centering the aft deck, the 178's divided livewell features recalculating aeration, filter screens, automatic timer functions and heat-shielding lids engineered to further protect your catch. Matched to a custom RangerTrail® trailer with Road Armor Equipped® protective finish, center swing jack, COOL Hub® oil bath system, swing-away tongue, torsion axles, and a spare tire and wheel, here's a fully-equipped rig that has a high performance lock on the water ... and the keys to making your dreams come true!


Specifications   top

Model
178 VX
  • Overall Hull Length
17' 8"
  • Beam
90"
  • Maximum H.P.
150 H.P.
  • Transom Height
21 1/2"
  • Inside Depth
20 1/2"
  • Fuel Capacity
25 Gallon
  • Total Persons/Motor/Gear
1,175 Lbs
  • Approximate Boat Weight w/ Single Console
1,460 Lbs
  • Rod Box Length (Port)
7'
  • Rod Box Length (Starboard)
7'
  • Trailer GVWR (lbs.) without trailer
2,995 Lbs Equipped with Less than 135 HP
  • Trailer GVWR (lbs.) with trailer
3,725 Lbs Equipped with More than 135 HP



Trailer Features   top

• Aluminum Wheels: with Matching Spare Tire & Wheel
• Bath Hubs: RangerTrail® COOL Hub® Oil
• Center Swing Jack
• Hydraulic Surge Disc Brakes: >135 HP
• L.E.D. Lighting
• Matching Fiberglass Fenders
• Swing Away Tongue
• Torsion Axles
• Trailer Finish: Road Armor Equipped®





Features   top

Custom Details
  Safety/Comfort
• Carpet Trim
• Carpeted Rod Storage: with Organizers
• Driver/Passenger Footrests: Molded-In
• Gas Spring Lid Assists
• Insulated Cooler: with Drain
• Integrated Drink Holders
• Lockable Storage Compartments
• Runnin' Rod Rack: with Strap

• (4) Recessed Tie Cleats
• Bilge Pump
• Boarding Ladder
• Bow/Stern Eyes: Stainless Steel
• Fire Extinguisher & Horn
• N.M.M.A. Certified
• Passenger Assist Grab Handles
• Performance Bench Seating: Custom Fitted Premium Marine Upholstery with (2) All-Weather Fold-Downs with Non-Adjustable Pedestals
• Tinted Windshield(s)
• Upright Level Flotation

Electronics Power/Performance
• 12V DC Power Receptacle
• 6 Gauge TM Wiring: Heavy Duty with 50 Amp Breaker
• Bow Panel: with Switches
• Console: Lowrance® X-135 or Hummingbird 767
• Console Panel: with Switches & Gauges (Speedometer, Tachometer, Fuel, Trim, & Water Pressure)
• Courtesy Light(s)
• Dual-Pro Charger: On-Board, 6x2
• Removable Navigation Lights

• Competition Steering Wheel
• Cranking Battery: with Tie Down
• Fiberglass Stringers
• Hydraulic Steering
• Integrated Engine Setback
• Power Trim
• Precision Matched Outboards: Wide Range
• Prop: Stainless Steel
• Pultruded Fiberglass Transom
• Recirculating Aerated Livewell: with Filter Screens & Timer
• Remote Throttle Control: Flush Mounted
• Trolling Motor 12V: Minn Kota® Maxxum 55 SC




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