2024 Ranger Tugs R-25

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the wide cockpit and deep freeboard make this R-25 feel like a much larger tug, especially when you’re hosting a couple of friends or wrangling fenders in a swell. The full walk-around side decks and sturdy railings make line handling and anchoring feel secure and drama-free. Inside, the convertible salon and clever storage under nearly every cushion turn weekend bags and extra gear into non-issues. The mid-cabin is a genuine bonus berth or a quiet nook for kids. At the helm, excellent sightlines and responsive controls make close-quarters maneuvering feel intuitive, so even a short-handed crew can dock with confidence.

This R-25 is tailor-made for local waters where short hops can quickly turn into longer adventures. The efficient hull and outboard package let you run economically at trawler speeds or punch up the throttle to make a weather window or tide gate. Its compact length slips easily into tighter marina slips and end ties, while the tug-style bow and substantial rub rail shrug off the bumps of busy docks and fuel floats. With a protected pilothouse, generous ventilation, and a capable cockpit, it’s equally at home poking into snug coves, exploring island harbors, or making comfortable shoulder-season runs when the breeze has a bite.