Question 1

What are the specs of the RANGER 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 29 (MULL) has the following specifications: 28.58ft LOA, 9.33ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 6,700lb displacement, 3,130.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the RANGER 29 (MULL) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Ranger Yachts (USA), designed by Gary Mull, first built in 1970, with production ending in 1975.

Question 3

Is the RANGER 29 (MULL) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 29 (MULL) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.43, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.98, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the RANGER 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 29 (MULL) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.52, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 245.83, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a RANGER 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RANGER 29 (MULL) is estimated at $1.4K – $3.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a RANGER 29 (MULL) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RANGER 29 (MULL) (28.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.58ft boat: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RANGER 29 (MULL) (28.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,600/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 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the RANGER 29 (MULL) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 29 (MULL).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a RANGER 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RANGER 29 (MULL), SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 29 (MULL) 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 29 (MULL)?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 29 (MULL) has the following rig dimensions: I=37ft (foretriangle height), J=12.33ft (foretriangle base), P=33ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 424.1 sq ft. Jib area: 228.1 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the RANGER 29 (MULL) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 29 (MULL) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.43, capsize ratio 1.98, SA/disp 18.52. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.58 ft
LWL	23 ft
Beam	9.33 ft
Draft	4.67 ft
Displacement	6,700 lb
Ballast	3,130.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	37 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.33 ft
Pmainsail luff	33 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	12.3 ft
Mainsail	424.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	228.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	387.8 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	6	8	10	12	14	16	20
52°	4.2	5.0	5.6	6.0	6.2	6.2	6.3
60°	4.5	5.3	5.9	6.2	6.3	6.4	6.5
75°	4.8	5.6	6.1	6.3	6.5	6.7	6.9
90°	4.8	5.6	6.2	6.5	6.6	6.7	7.1
110°	4.8	5.8	6.3	6.6	6.9	7.1	7.4
120°	4.7	5.7	6.2	6.5	6.9	7.2	7.6
135°	4.3	5.2	6.0	6.4	6.7	7.0	7.6
150°	3.7	4.6	5.4	6.0	6.4	6.6	7.2
Beat VMG	2.7	3.2	3.6	3.9	4.1	4.2	4.3
Run VMG	3.2	4.0	4.7	5.4	5.9	6.3	6.8

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