Chesapeake Ranger Tugs introduced in May the all new Ranger Tugs R27, a fully-equipped cruising vessel that continues the Ranger Tugs tradition of creating trailerable seaworthy tugs. The R27 shares many of the same characteristics as her larger sistership, the Ranger 29, and hits the mark with an attractive design and technical upgrades. The new R27 features an expanded cockpit and aft deck or “back porch.” With nearly 50 square feet, it provides 25% more cockpit space than the popular Ranger 25. Comfort and convenience are not compromised; the new layout offers easy access to a standard 180 hp Yanmar diesel while removing engine noise from the cabin.
Built in Kent, Washington, the fuel-efficient R27 (3MPG@21ktsw) has a well-appointed cabin and galley. The midship office has a desk and chair with enough space to convert to a berth that sleeps two. Moving forward, the spacious master cabin with its 6’5” v-berths sleeps two in comfort.
Cooks will love the standard galley which includes double sinks, refrigerator/freezer, inverter, microwave, and a combination propane stove/oven. The dinette table has a hydraulic piston that allows for easy conversion to a berth or lounging area. The R27’s standard marine head has an electric flush toilet, glass vessel sink and shower.
Year-round comfort and effortless operation are both possible with the options available for customizing the R27. Yacht-like systems such as standard bow and stern thrusters offer excellent maneuverability around marinas and docks. The vessel’s 8’6” beam and 11\' 8" height on trailer with lowered mast makes the R27 easy to trailer. A new option in 2011 will be solar panels on all Ranger Tug models.
Chesapeake Ranger Tugs will showcase the R27at Trawler Festr in Beltimore on September 24-26
Photo: Chesapeake Ranger Tugs
| Technical details | |
| Producer: | CHESAPEAKE RANGER TUGS (USA) |
| LOA: | 27'10 ft |
| LOA: | 8,26 m |
| Beam: | 2,60 m |
| Draught: | 0,66 m |
| Displacement: | 2812 kg |
| Fuel tank: | 379 l |
| Water tank: | 152 l |
| Septic water tank: | 114 l |
| Berths: | 4+2 |
| Cabins: | 2 |
| Engine: | 180 HP |
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