Question 1

What are the specs of the RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 has the following specifications: 20ft LOA, 7.87ft beam, 3.08ft draft, 1,500lb displacement, 550.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a RANGER 20 cost?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 has an average asking price of $66,779, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $103,483 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RANGER 20 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ranger Fiberglass Boats (USA), designed by Raymond Richards, first built in 1972, 600 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RANGER 20 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 8.63, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.75, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 23.37, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 163.49, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RANGER 20 is estimated at $600 – $1.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a RANGER 20 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RANGER 20 (20ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $600-$1050/year (based on $66,779 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 20ft boat: Florida: $3,600-$9,600/year. California: $3,400-$8,400/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,600/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$7,000/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,200/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $15K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RANGER 20 (20ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,600-$9,600/year. California: $3,400-$8,400/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,600/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$7,000/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,200/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the RANGER 20 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, electrical, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the RANGER 20.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RANGER 20, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, electrical, hull. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the RANGER 20 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the RANGER 20?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 has the following rig dimensions: I=23.58ft (foretriangle height), J=8.68ft (foretriangle base), P=22.5ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 199.5 sq ft. Jib area: 102.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RANGER 20 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 20 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 20ft LOA, comfort ratio 8.63, capsize ratio 2.75, SA/disp 23.37, average price $66,779. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	20 ft
LWL	16 ft
Beam	7.87 ft
Draft	3.08 ft/ 1.87 ft min
Displacement	1,500 lb
Ballast	550.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	23.58 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.68 ft
Pmainsail luff	22.5 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	8.7 ft
Mainsail	199.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	102.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	174 sq ft

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