Question 1

What are the specs of the RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 22 has the following specifications: 22.5ft LOA, 7.83ft beam, 4.25ft draft, 2,183lb displacement, 900.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the RANGER 22 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jensen Marine/Ranger Yachts (USA), designed by Gary Mull, first built in 1977.

Question 3

Is the RANGER 22 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 22 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 11.41, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.42, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 22 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.63, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 179.37, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RANGER 22 is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a RANGER 22 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RANGER 22 (22.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.5ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RANGER 22 (22.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/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 8

What are the common problems with the RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the RANGER 22 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, keel, structural, 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 22.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RANGER 22, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, keel, structural, 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 22 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the RANGER 22?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 22 has the following rig dimensions: I=25.75ft (foretriangle height), J=8.5ft (foretriangle base), P=26ft (mainsail luff), E=7.42ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 213.6 sq ft. Jib area: 109.4 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the RANGER 22 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 22 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 11.41, capsize ratio 2.42, SA/disp 19.63. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.5 ft
LWL	17.58 ft
Beam	7.83 ft
Draft	4.25 ft
Displacement	2,183 lb
Ballast	900.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	25.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	26 ft
Emainsail foot	7.42 ft
FLforestay	8.5 ft
Mainsail	213.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	109.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	186 sq ft

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