Anyone looking at boats personal watercraft for fishing quickly runs into a decision: do you want a complete boat ready to launch, or do you already have a hull and just need power? These two choices sit at opposite ends of that fork. The 2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat is a full bass fishing rig with an aluminum hull, outboard engine, trailer, and trolling motor. The 3.5HP 2 Stroke Gas Outboard Motor Manual Start For Dinghy Small Fishing Boat is a compact gas motor meant for dinghies and small fishing boats. One is priced at $3,850.00; the other at $177.75. That $3,672.25 gap reflects the difference between buying a complete fishing platform and buying propulsion alone.
Quick verdict: If you need a turnkey bass boat and can tow it, the Bass Tracker PT-175 is the clear pick. If you already have a small boat or inflatable and want a simple way to motor around, the 3.5HP outboard is the one to buy.
Here's how the two compare at a glance:
| Product | Price | Price Bar | Condition | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat | USD 3,850.00 | Used | Complete bass fishing setup | |
| 3.5HP 2 Stroke Outboard Motor | USD 177.75 | New | Small boats and dinghies |
Where the Bass Tracker PT-175 wins: It's the entire package. The boat comes with a 50 hp oil-injected Mercury outboard, a 70-pound-thrust 24-volt trolling motor, and a trailer, all from 2005. You get a real bass hull with 11-20 gallons of fuel capacity, made from aluminum and built in the United States. For someone ready to fish bass lakes, this is a complete turnkey rig.
Where the 3.5HP outboard wins: It's the portable pick. This new two-stroke motor weighs around 28.7 pounds and has a manual start, so you can set it up on a dinghy or small fishing boat without extra equipment. The CDI ignition and 35:1 fuel mix are straightforward for two-stroke users. For anyone without a trailer or a large towing vehicle, this motor is a simple way to add power.
2005 Bass Tracker PT-175 Bass Boat
The Bass Tracker PT-175 is the closest this comparison comes to a ready-to-fish package. It includes the 2005 boat, motor, and trailer, along with a 50 hp Mercury outboard and a 70-pound-thrust 24-volt trolling motor. The aluminum hull makes it a sensible pick for freshwater fishing, and the 11-20 gallon fuel capacity gives you room for a full day on the water. The best reason to choose it is the convenience of getting everything in one buy. The trade-off is the used condition and the fact that it's offered by a private seller, so you're taking on the history of a 2005 rig. This is a substantial purchase, especially compared with the outboard alone.
3.5HP 2 Stroke Gas Outboard Motor
If you already own a dinghy or a small fishing boat, this motor fills the gap between paddling and buying a full-size engine. It's new, manual-start, and weighs about 28.7 pounds packaged. The CDI ignition and 35:1 fuel-to-oil mix are straightforward. The reason to pick it is the new condition and the size: it's built for use on small craft. The limitation is its output. With a 3.5HP maximum and a full-throttle range of 4000-5000 RPM, this isn't a motor for a large boat or rough conditions. It's best for light, calm-water use.
Final choice by use case: If you are starting from scratch and want to fish from a real bass boat, the Bass Tracker PT-175 is the option that gets you on the lake with minimal setup. If you are adding power to an existing dinghy or small fishing boat, the 3.5HP two-stroke outboard is the sensible addition.
