In the boats personal watercraft space, deciding between a 2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 bass boat and a compact outboard motor comes down to whether you want a full fishing package or a portable power source for a boat you already own. The Bass Tracker is a complete used rig with a 50 hp oil-injected Mercury outboard. At USD 3,850.00, it is the way to go if you want to tow a ready-to-fish bass boat to the water. The small outboard motor costs USD 178.46 and is a new, compact option for dinghies and small fishing boats. The price gap between them is USD 3,671.54, which reflects two very different boating plans.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Condition | Suited for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat | USD 3,850.00 | Used | Lake and river bass fishing from a complete boat |
| 3.5HP 2-Stroke Outboard Motor | USD 178.46 | New | Powering a dinghy or small fishing boat |
Where each product wins
The Bass Tracker PT-175 wins when you need a ready-to-tow fishing setup. It has an aluminum hull, a single outboard gas engine, 11-20 gallons of fuel capacity, and a trailer included. The package also adds a 70 lb. thrust 24-volt trolling motor for positioning. The portable outboard wins when portability and easy storage matter more. It is a new, manual-start 2-stroke motor with a 35:1 fuel-to-oil ratio, and the package includes a starter, funnel, fuel mixing bottle and water pump impeller. A 15.75in adjustment rod length and a 6.30in engine height help it match small transoms.
Product notes
2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat
This is a complete 2005 fishing package that has been kept in a garage and shows normal use, according to the private seller. The 50 hp oil-injected Mercury outboard has very low hours, and the 24-volt trolling motor supports quiet positioning. The aluminum hull and single outboard setup suit bass fishing on lakes and rivers, while the 11-20 gallon fuel capacity supports longer outings. If you want one rig you can hitch up and launch, this covers everything in a single purchase. The main limitation is that it is a used boat sold by a private seller, so normal wear is expected.
3.5HP 2 Stroke Gas Outboard Motor Manual Start For Dinghy Small Fishing Boat
This new outboard uses high-quality aluminum alloy, which gives it anti-corrosion and anti-rust properties. It is a manual-start 2-stroke motor that runs on regular unleaded gasoline at a 35:1 fuel-to-oil ratio. It is rated for speeds around 12 km/h with four people, and it comes with a water pump impeller, starter, funnel and fuel mixing bottle. With a 15.75in adjustment rod length and a 6.30in engine height, it is designed for dinghy or small fishing boat transoms. The limitation is the modest 3.5HP output: it is not meant for large hulls or high-speed runs, so treat it as a lightweight motor for short, local trips.
Final choice by use case
Buy the 2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat if you want a single towable package for bass fishing on lakes and larger rivers. You get the outboard and trailer in one sale. Buy the portable motor if you already have a dinghy or small fishing boat and need new, compact power without committing to a full boat package. It fits simple transom setups and makes short trips easy to manage.
