The Boat Behind the Experience
The Ranger R27 Trawler Tug
The pocket trawler that's winning over first-time buyers up and down the East Coast — and the boat you'll be aboard on every TryMyTrawler excursion.
Why the R27
Because We Like It
and It Fits Us.
The Ranger R27 is built by Ranger Tug Boats out of Auburn, Washington — a family-owned American manufacturer that has been building quality small cruisers since 1977. The R27 is a genuine trawler that's trailerable, approachable, and capable of real coastal cruising.
The hull lines, the pilothouse layout, the full keel — everything about it says "serious cruiser." And yet it's powered by a single Yamaha 150 HP outboard, making it one of the most reliable and low-maintenance cruising boats on the market.
TryMyTrawler chose the R27 specifically because it represents the sweet spot for first-time trawler buyers — the boat that gets people off the fence and onto the water.
Ranger R27 — Key Specs
LOA
27'6"
Beam
8'6"
Draft
2'3"
Displacement
~6,500 lbs
Engine
Yamaha 300 HP Outboard
Fuel Capacity
150 gallons
Water Capacity
40 gallons
Trawler Speed
7–9 knots
Cruise Speed
18–22 knots
Top Speed
25+ knots
Sleeping
V-berth forward stateroom
Head
Full enclosed marine head
The R27 is fully trailerable — store it on land, skip the marina fees, and explore beyond your home waters.
Specs are approximate and may vary. Verify with dealer for exact figures.
What Makes It Special
Six Reasons Buyers Choose the R27
Trawler Lines, Outboard Power
The R27 looks like a classic full-displacement trawler but runs on a single Yamaha 150 HP outboard — giving you the aesthetics and feel of the trawler lifestyle with the reliability and fuel efficiency of modern outboard technology. No inboard engine maintenance, no raw water impellers, no stuffing boxes.
Live-Aboard Capable
For its size, the R27 punches well above its weight in livability. A proper V-berth forward stateroom sleeps two comfortably, a full enclosed marine head with shower, a functional galley with refrigeration, and a salon that converts to additional sleeping. This is a real cruising boat.
ICW & Coastal Ready
With a 2'3" draft, the R27 navigates the shallow ICW waters of the Crystal Coast with ease. She handles Bogue Sound, Taylor's Creek, and the Neuse River without the anxiety that comes with deeper-draft vessels. Anchor in spots bigger boats can't reach.
The Perfect Entry Point
At roughly $200K–$250K new, the Ranger R27 is the most accessible entry into genuine trawler cruising on the market. It's the boat that gets first-time buyers off the fence — approachable enough to learn on, capable enough to grow with, and beautiful enough to be proud of at any marina.
Trailerable
Unlike most trawlers, the R27 is trailerable — meaning you can explore beyond your home waters, store it on land, and avoid marina fees entirely if you choose. It opens up a level of flexibility that traditional trawler ownership simply doesn't offer.
Great Loop Capable
The R27 has completed the Great Loop. It's not just a day boat — it's a genuine passage-maker for the ICW and coastal routes. Ranger Tug owners regularly cruise from the Chesapeake to Florida and back, stopping at the same waterfront towns you'll visit on your TryMyTrawler excursion.
Ready to Try It?
Don't Just Read About It.
The best way to know if the R27 is right for you is to get aboard one. Book a TryMyTrawler excursion and spend real time on the water before you spend real money at the dealer.