2026 Ranger Z185

The 2026 Ranger Z185 is an 18-foot 8-inch fiberglass bay boat built for shallow-water fishing and day cruising. It comes powered by a 150-horsepower Mercury Pro-XS 4-stroke engine with a 20-inch shaft. The boat carries a 33-gallon fuel tank and features a 23-gallon livewell. Maximum person capacity is four, with a total load rating of 1,265 pounds for people, motor, and gear.

The layout includes rod storage of 7 feet 6 inches on the port side and 8 feet in the center, practical for anglers. Inside depth measures 20 inches. The design accommodates the boat's 9-foot 3-inch beam in a compact, trailerable package that weighs approximately 1,575 pounds.

An included single-axle trailer has a GVWR of 3,725 pounds and measures 101 inches wide, with an approximate length of 23 feet with motor down, or 20 feet 10 inches with motor down and swing tongue extended.