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188 VX
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Description   top

With aggressive performance and incredible value, the Ranger 188VX is a powerful edge in the demanding world of competitive angling. Its muscle-car-feel is reinforced by faster hole shots and an ultra smooth ride. Stretching 18' 8" in length, the 188VX features smooth, Sea Star Pro® hydraulic steering as well as speed, tach, fuel, trim, and water pressure gauges. Additional electronics are highlighted by an on-board charger, 24 volt Minn Kota® trolling motor, and your choice of a Lowrance® X-135 or a Hummingbird® 767. The broad 92 1/2" beam is honeycombed with lockable storage and cockpit seating is especially sculpted for enhanced leg, lateral and lumbar support. Further equipped with a custom trailer, the 188 also enjoys the benefits of a center swing jack, Road Armor Equipped® protective coating, oil bath COOL Hub® lubrication system, torsion axle suspension, swing-away tongue, and more. The 188VX. When it comes to all-out performance and total value, here's a tournament-level rig destined to turn heads on and off the water.


Specifications   top

Model
188 VX
  • Overall Hull Length
18' 8"
  • Beam
92 1/2"
  • Maximum H.P.
175 H.P.
  • Transom Height
23"
  • Inside Depth
20 1/2"
  • Fuel Capacity
38 Gallon
  • Total Persons/Motor/Gear
1,250 Lbs
  • Approximate Boat Weight w/ Single Console
1,550 Lbs
  • Rod Box Length (Port)
7' 6"
  • Rod Box Length (Starboard)
7'
  • Trailer GVWR (lbs.)
3,725 Lbs



Trailer Features   top

• Aluminum Wheels: with Matching Spare Tire & Wheel
• Bath Hubs: RangerTrail® COOL Hub® Oil
• Center Swing Jack
• Custom Swing-Away Tongue
• Hydraulic Surge Disc Brakes
• L.E.D. Lighting
• Matching Fiberglass: Fenders & Step Pads
• 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
• Seat Bases: Stainless Steel
• 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, 15 x 2
• Removable Navigation Lights

• Competition Steering Wheel
• Cranking Battery: with Holder & 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 Divider, Filter Screens & Timer
• Remote Throttle Control: Flush Mounted
• Trolling Motor 24V: Minn Kota® Maxxum 70




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