Tracker PT 195 TXW engine options.

[SWA12]

On Trackers web site this model is offered with an option for the Mercury 150 opti and the 150 four stroke. I am not sure about the weight of the opti but the four stroke comes in at 455 lbs. My question is would an additional 50 lbs hung on the transom make a significant change to safety or performance ? I have the come across a new 2017 PT 195 with no motor and possibly a great deal on a lightly used Etec-G2 150 which tips the scales at 507 lbs. Just looking at pic's of this boat it certainly appears bow proud as it is.

[Casslaw]

The Mercury 150 Optimax weighs 431 dry weight. The G2 Etec weighs somewhere between 497-512. The boats do seem to sit a little bow high sitting in the water but start adding what’s going to be in there... how many batteries? 12/24/36volt tm? That’s anywhere from 1-3 batteries plus your cranking battery. A power pole would add...what 25 pounds? A talon about 50? Pumps, wires, plumbing, etc.

Personally I wouldn’t sweat the G2 Etec but I would think you would have to really utilize your space and keep your weight as balanced as possible.

[TritonTRXV8]

If you want an etec that bad then i would be looking at another boat. I think the transom is rated for 460-475 lbs on these hulls so you will be over i personally wouldnt go there. Plus you will pay a premium getting one with evinrude controls since all tracker boats are rigged factory with merc controls and harness. Just get the pro xs 4 stroke IMO.

[gatorglenn]

If you want an etec that bad then i would be looking at another boat. I think the transom is rated for 460-475 lbs on these hulls so you will be over i personally wouldnt go there. Plus you will pay a premium getting one with evinrude controls since all tracker boats are rigged factory with merc controls and harness. Just get the pro xs 4 stroke IMO.

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[SWA12]

Yes, agreed. Certainly not worth the effort and expense to change wiring and controls for the G2. I'll just get the Merc pro xs 150. Thanks for the input.