Trailerable tug-style cruisers built by hand in the USA since 1958, now sold and serviced by Longshore Boats. Explore the full R-23 to R-43 lineup, order the tug that fits how you cruise, and let our team take care of you long after delivery day.
Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer · 4 years runningRanger Tugs combine classic tugboat character with modern outboard, inboard diesel and pod power, so you get a true pocket cruiser: a warm cabin, a real galley and head, and room to sleep aboard, in a boat you can trailer, dock and handle as a couple. They're a favorite on the Intracoastal Waterway and the Great Loop, both of which run right past our docks.
Most models from the R-23 to the R-31 keep an 8'6" beam, so you can tow your tug to the Keys, the Chesapeake or the Great Lakes, or keep her on a trailer and skip the slip fees.
Bow thrusters come standard across the lineup, with a stern thruster on the larger models and joystick control available on select twin-engine boats. Tight marinas and current-swept docks stop being stressful.
Galley with refrigerator, cooktop and microwave, enclosed head with shower, berths for the family, and loads of natural light. Overnight at Kiawah or week-long runs to Savannah are easy.
Ranger Tugs ship well equipped from the factory, with Garmin electronics, anchor packages, swim platforms and cockpit seating, so there's less to add after you buy.
Every Ranger Tug is designed by lifelong boaters and built by hand in Washington State, with a heritage of quality cruising that goes back to 1958.
Buying a Ranger Tug comes with a famously friendly owner community, with rendezvous, cruising groups and fellow “Tugnuts” up and down the East Coast.
Not sure which size is right? Tell us how many people you cruise with, how far you plan to go, and whether you want to trailer, and we'll match you to the right model.
Entry CruiserA trailerable pocket cruiser with a dramatic curved windshield, opening roof hatches and a surprisingly roomy cabin.
Most VersatileFeature-packed and built for fun, with the Clear-Path swim platform that wraps around the outboard for a clean walkway to fish, swim or board.
Twin Outboards“Cruising without compromise”: twin-engine confidence with a big 13" Garmin chartplotter and the room to cruise, fish and play.
Sedan & Command BridgeA curved front window and overhead glass atrium flood the salon with light. Choose the Sedan, or the Command Bridge for an upper helm.
Trailerable TrawlerBuilt for extended cruising while still trailerable. The R-31 CB was the first Ranger Tug with a flybridge and helm controls up and down.
FlagshipAll the comforts of home: a light-filled, conversational salon with seating for 12, built for liveaboard-style cruising.
| Model | Power | Trailerable | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-23 | Single Yamaha F200 | Yes (8'6" beam) | Couples, first cruiser, weekend overnights |
| R-25 | Single Yamaha F250 | Yes (8'6" beam) | Cruising plus fishing and swimming, small families |
| R-27 | Twin Yamaha F150 | Yes | Twin-engine peace of mind, longer coastal runs |
| R-29 S / CB | Volvo Penta inboard diesel | Yes | Extended weekends, ICW cruising, upper helm option |
| R-31 S / CB | Volvo Penta inboard diesel | Yes | Great Loop and multi-week cruising |
| R-43 S / CB | Twin Volvo Penta IPS500 | No | Liveaboard-style comfort, entertaining |
Specifications and standard equipment are set by the manufacturer and can change by model year. Ask our team for current specs, options and availability.
Our waters are made for Ranger Tugs. Shallow-draft outboard models handle tidal creeks and sandbar anchorages, and the enclosed cabin keeps you comfortable through summer heat, afternoon storms and cool winter mornings. Cruise the Intracoastal from Charleston Harbor to Beaufort, anchor off Daufuskie, run up the Savannah River for dinner, or start your Great Loop adventure right here.
Because they're trailerable, many owners keep their tug at home and launch at local landings, then tow north for summer cruising grounds like the Chesapeake, Thousand Islands or Lake Champlain.
Our mission is simple: deliver an exceptional boating experience.
Ask for your out-the-door price and get a clear number, with no surprises at signing.
We walk you through every system and help you get comfortable docking, anchoring and cruising your new tug.
Factory-trained service in Charleston and Bluffton keeps your Yamaha or Volvo Penta power running right. Service department →
Competitive marine financing through our finance partners, often with longer terms on cruisers. Get approved →
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A 4.9-star Google rating across 400+ reviews and four straight years as a Boating Industry Top 100 dealer.
Yes. Longshore Boats is an authorized Ranger Tugs dealer serving South Carolina and coastal Georgia from our Charleston and Bluffton, SC locations. We sell new Ranger Tugs, handle factory orders, and provide warranty and routine service.
Most of the lineup is. The R-23, R-25, R-27, R-29 and R-31 are designed to be trailered behind a properly rated tow vehicle, with most models keeping an 8'6" beam. The flagship R-43 is not trailerable.
Many couples choose the R-25 or R-27 for weekend and week-long cruising, and step up to the R-29 or R-31 for extended trips like the Great Loop. Come aboard in Charleston or Bluffton and we'll help you compare layouts in person.
Ranger Tugs are designed and built by hand in the USA, in Washington State, and the brand's heritage dates to 1958.
Yes. Ranger Tugs are among the most popular boats on the Great Loop thanks to their shallow draft, low bridge clearance with the mast down, fuel-efficient outboard and diesel power and comfortable cabins. The R-27, R-29 and R-31 are especially popular Loop boats.
Yes. Our service departments in Charleston and Bluffton handle routine maintenance, warranty work and repairs on Ranger Tugs and the Yamaha outboards and Volvo Penta diesel and IPS engines that power them. Schedule service.
Absolutely. We can factory-order your Ranger Tug with your choice of hull color, electronics and options, then handle delivery, commissioning and orientation here in the Lowcountry. Start your order.
Yes. Cutwater Boats are built by the same family-owned builder as Ranger Tugs and offer a sportier, fishing-friendly take on the outboard cruiser. Explore Cutwater boats.
Yes. We offer marine financing through our lending partners and accept trade-ins on all makes. Start with our financing application or trade-in tool.
2650 Clements Ferry Rd
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 216-4700
52 Cecil Reynolds Drive
Bluffton, SC 29910
(843) 705-9995
Tell us which Ranger Tug you're interested in and we'll send a straightforward out-the-door price.