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Due to its immediate success the Ranger line grew and grew and now it consists of fast trawlers from 23 to 41 feet. I had the chance to crew on a 42-footer coming down from Maine she recalls.
Many Loopers are envious of the Ranger 29s fuel efficiency of 4 miles per gallon at the slower cruising speed of 8 miles per hour with its single diesel engine.
Ranger tug 21 fuel consumption. Fuel consumption ranger 21. Ive just returned from a couple of hours on the water. This R21EC my 3rd has a top end of 8 knots in flat water 2 knots of breeze running at its max rpm per tach of 3000.
Ive only gotten 452 hours on this boat but it seems it might burn more than my usual average of 6 gph. 2013 Ranger Tugs R-21EC. 21ft 640 m.
6ft 8in 203 m. LOA molded 21 0 64m. LOA rigged wswimstep 24 0 732m.
Beam 6 8 203m. Draft 24 61m. Bridge clearance mast up 10 9 328m.
Bridge clearance mast down6 8 203m. Height on trailer 9 4 294m. Length on trailer 31 945m.
Fuel capacity 18 US Gal 681L. Water capacity 10 US Gal 379L. Holding tank capacity 10 US Gal 379L.
Ranger Tugs R-21EC Specifications Length Overall 21 0 64m Length with swim step 24 0 73m Length on Optional Trailer 26 0 794m Beam 6 8 203m Draft 24 61m Weight Dry 2750 lbs 1250 kg Fuel Capacity 18 US. Gal 682 L Water Capacity 10 US. Gal 379 L Holding Tank Capacity 75 US.
With the 75-gallon fuel tank could vary between 300 to 700 miles depending on her speed and water conditions. At seven to eight knots she handles easily. This fuel economy and a generous 150-gallon fuel tank give the boat a range of 270 miles after subtracting a 10 percent reserve.
To really stretch the boats reach 1000 rpm yields 433 mpg at 52 mph according to Yamaha tests which translates to a theoretical range of 585 miles. The 21 Ranger Tug features the Extended Cabin. Fuel Consumption means zero on this vessel.
You may only fuel once per season. Since its introduction the Ranger R-21EC has earned a loyal following among enthusiasts who. Own a like new Ranger 21 EC Tug for 30000 less than todays price.
Fully loaded 21 EC with only 494 hours of FRESH WATER use. Yanmar 3-cyl inboard engine direct drive with a Bowthruster. Tandem axle Trailer cabin heat refrigerator full canvas full winter cover spare prop all available options when purchased new in 2006.
We headed out of Fort Pierce Inlet and got onto plane at about 4200 rpm. Backing the throttle down to 3800 rpm we cruised at about 21 knotsa sweet spot of efficiencyand then opened her up to a top end just above 37 knots. Fast and efficient the Ranger Tugs R-25 Yamaha engine package complements her planing hull.
With the tugs 75 gallon fuel tank we typically plan for 250 miles. The 30 gallon holding tank is perfectly adequate. The 30 gallon fresh water tank is our first limiting factor on travel.
If we are careful we can go 4-5 days before needing water and that is when the boat is pumped out. Since its introduction the Ranger R-21EC has earned a loyal following among enthusiasts who enjoy cruising at its classic best. And today its even better.
Many Loopers are envious of the Ranger 29s fuel efficiency of 4 miles per gallon at the slower cruising speed of 8 miles per hour with its single diesel engine. At this speed the tug burns 2 gallons an hour. A six-hour day will cover 48 miles use 12.
2013 Ranger Tugs 21EC Just Listed for Sale Hero Red Hull Color Fresh Water Inland Lake Use Only. Yanmar 3YM30 Diesel Engine with Bow Thruster Sips a Quart of Fuel per Hour at 6 knots. Custom Boat Tailors Camper Enclosure with Screens.
Custom Aluminum Integrity 5200lb Capacity Bunk trailer with Guides. While the name Ranger Tugs might suggest a vessel connected with the movement of large ships the design is actually taken from the Bristol Bay trawler. In fact the original R-21 started its life as a 58th scale version of the popular fishing vessel and.
2017 Ranger Tug 21EC 2017 Ranger Tug 21 We Take TradesMade in the Pacific Northwest and designed for exploring the rugged coastlines and pristine sounds of the area these seaworthy boats are built for maximum ease of handling and comfort in any marine conditionThe combination of timeless design and discerning interior accommodations have been bringing. In 1998 Fluid Motion acquired the design for the Ranger 21 and improved it. Due to its immediate success the Ranger line grew and grew and now it consists of fast trawlers from 23 to 41 feet.
Today Davids son John Livingston is at the helm of the company. The Ranger Tugs 41 represents a significant jump up from the. The new Ranger Tugs R-25 is a fast fun efficient and feature packed outboard powered cruising tug.
Proudly designed and built by hand in the USA the R-25. The Ranger Tugs R-27 is a pocket trawler thats trailerable - and then some. The R-27 which is positioned between the builders 25 and 29 offers the comfort and fuel economy of a larger trawler in a smaller package that also gives owners the option of going faster and exploring more anchorages on in a nimble craft.
The Ranger Tug R-29 S accommodates up to six adults on three separate berths including the forward island berth with en-suite head. The R-29 S is powered by a fuel efficient 320 HP Volvo Inboard Diesel engine that is located completely outside of the cabin for quiet cruising. Standard stern and bow thrusters make docking exceptionally easy.
Owners of this popular vessel have always measured fuel use in pints per hour not gallons. With a refined hull design the new Ranger R-21EC delivers significantly higher speeds and even better economy bringing more cruise destinations within easy reach. And with a new cabin design thats eighteen inches longer and seven inches wider there.
Next they bought a Ranger Tugs R-21 and the pocket trawler gave them a taste of what they could do with a cruising powerboat. Soon after Silvia was aboard a Nordic Tug. I had the chance to crew on a 42-footer coming down from Maine she recalls.
There was something about it. I loved the way it looked.