Overview

The Ranger Tugs R-27 is a trailerable 27-foot diesel-powered pocket cruiser designed for comfortable long-weekend cruising, fuel efficiency, and easy handling. It blends the classic “tug-style” look with modern amenities, making it popular among couples, small families, and Great Loop cruisers.

Design & Layout

Length: 27' 1"
Beam: 8' 6" (trailerable without permits)
Draft: ~2' 3"
Displacement: Around 7,000–8,000 lbs depending on year
Hull: Semi-planing with sharp entry for good efficiency and stability

Exterior / Cockpit

Large cockpit for fishing, lounging, or dining
Fold-out seating integrated into cockpit bulwarks (newer models)
Transom door to the swim platform
Hardtop with canvas or full enclosure options
Bow and stern thrusters on most models (a big plus for docking)

Interior Cabin

Bright, well-laid-out cabin with large windows
Dinette converts to a berth
Private forward stateroom with double berth
A mid-berth under the dinette (cozy but useful for kids or storage)
Full galley:
2-burner stove or propane cooktop
Refrigerator/freezer
Sink
Microwave
Fully enclosed head with shower

Performance

Depending on the year, engines vary:

Many earlier R-27s (including 2013) came with a Yanmar 180 or 200 hp diesel, cruising ~12–16 knots.

Tankage

Fuel: ~100 gallons
Water: ~40 gallons
Holding: ~30 gallons

Features Common to the Model

Garmin navigation electronics
Bow and stern thrusters
Diesel heat or reverse-cycle A/C
Solar panel (depending on year)
Generator optional
Kept deliberately small and efficient for affordable cruising

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Specifications

Dimensions

Length Overall27' 0"

Beam8' 6"

Details

Year2013

ManufacturerRanger Tugs

Model27

CategoryTug, Cruisers

Hull MaterialFiberglass

Accommodation

Cabins1

Sleeps4

Heads1

Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel

Cruise Speed15 Knots

Max Speed19 Knots

Tank Capacities

Fuel150 gal

Fresh Water40 gal

Holding30 gal

Engines

Engine 1Volvo D3

2013Year

InboardType

200HP

850Hours

Generators

Generator 1Mase

1.9KW

Full Details

Key Specifications

Length Overall (LOA): ~ 27 ft (though some listings show ~30 ft when including swim platform/extended sections)
Beam: 8' 6″ (≈ 2.59 m)
Draft: Approx 0.86 m (~34″) with motor down (in one spec version)
Dry Weight: Around 6,200 lbs in some specs (depending on engine/config)
Fuel & Water Capacities: For newer spec of R-27 (not necessarily 2013) – Fuel ~150 US gal; Water ~40 US gal.
Engine(s):
Design: Semi-displacement hull form in some listings.

Features & Layout

Trailering-friendly beam (8'6″) means easier over-the-road transport than wider vessels.
Smart layout for its size: forward V-berth, convertible dinette berth, and sometimes a mid-ship berth/office area.
Full galley: stove/oven (often propane), refrigerator/freezer, microwave.
Enclosed head with shower.
Cockpit and aft deck are reasonably sized for entertaining, fishing or relaxing. One spec notes a 50 sq ft aft deck.
Some examples come outfitted for extended cruising: bow & stern thrusters for easier docking, solar panels, inverter systems, generator in certain listings.

Performance & Use Case

Performance varies by engine and load. One owner noted: “with full load … we started … about 13 knots WOT at about 3800 RPM” in a 2013 R27 with Volvo D3-200 engine.
Its semi-displacement hull makes it suitable for comfortable cruising rather than high-speed runs. Good for coastal cruising, “pocket trawler” style use.
Because of its moderate size and trailerable width, this model appeals to those who want the versatility of on-land transport plus water cruising.

Pros & Highlights

Versatility: able to be trailered (beam under 9′) and used in multiple settings.
Comfortable “small yacht” feel: full galley, decent accommodations for 2-4 people.
Brand reputation: Ranger Tugs is known for practical, cruising-oriented boats.
Good for cruising in inland/coastal waters, perhaps “Great Loop” style trips (as some listings mention).

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