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Ranger Boats RT178c

The Ranger Boats RT178c is a fishing boat with a 5.44 m length overall and a 2.34 m beam.

The essentials: this model against its direct rivals

Where it offers less

  • The lightest of its group531 kgtrailerable behind a car (width ≤ 2.55 m, no special convoy)rivals: 582 to 590 kg
  • Lowest certified capacity4 peoplerivals: 5 to 6 people

Key figures

Propulsion
Outboard
Length overall
5.44 m
Hull length
5.44 m
Beam
2.34 m
Max power
75 hp
Number of engines
1
Persons
4
Dry weight
531 kg
Fuel
83 L
Shaft
L
Model year
2026

Head to head with its direct rivals

Side-by-side figures for the RT178c against Marinello Fisherman 17 · Quicksilver Activ 505, at comparable boat type and size.

CharacteristicRT178cMarinello Fisherman 17Quicksilver Activ 505
Length overall m5.445.35.16
Beam m2.342.32.12
Persons people465
Max power hp75115100
Dry weight kg531590582
Fuel L83n/a90

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