Ranger Tugs R-29 S

The Ranger Tug 29S ‘North West Edition’ is sought-after as it is eminently suitable for the PNW whether cruising or fishing.  Salty Growler was well specified when purchased and thoughtfully upgraded since new. 

The owners have adapted the boat to be used mainly for anchoring out for extended periods. Their focus has been on making the boat comfortable and finding clever ways to provide storage without compromising living space. Further, they have made the bed more comfortable, increased shade, added a hot water heater. Other improvements include: covers for the boat and the dinghy that are waterproof and UV-resistant; security bars on all windows, hatches, and engine bay, for peace of mind and to deter thieves; shut-off valves on freshwater hoses; and additional structural reinforcement and supports where needed.

Supremely easy to operate with a single efficient diesel and both bow and stern thrusters.

Absolutely ready to head out cruising again now.

Assumable moorage on application.

Name....................................................... Salty Growler

Year...................................................................... 2017

Builder........................................................ Fluid Motion

LOA...................................................................... 33’4”

Beam.................................................................... 10’0”

Draft ....................................................................... 2’4”

Displacement................................................. 10,500 lbs

Clearance (waterline to radar top) ......................... 13’11”

Steering.......................................................... Hydraulic

Fuel economy....................................... 2L/NM at 8.5 kts

Range................................................................ 250 nm

Fuel................................................................... 145 gal

Water.................................................................. 60 gal

Hot Water............................................................ 11 gal

Holding Tank........................................................ 40 gal

Heat............................................................... Diesel x 3

INTERIOR

• Galley: Functional galley with extensive preparation space and custom storage solutions.
  1. Propane stove and oven
  2. Nova Cool Refrigerator/Freezer (plus one in the cockpit)
  3. Microwave
  4. Wine cooler
  5. Good storage.
• Dinette: Adaptable dinette with seating for four with the table low/high, big/small and converts into a berth for two.  Aft seat converts to aft facing to the massive opening aft opening bulkhead.
• Master cabin: Queen-sized island berth with memory foam and custom improvements. Extensive storage through out the master cabin including under the bed.  
• Guest cabin: midship with a queen mattress.  
• Head: Enclosed electric head with shower. 
• Heat: Multiple sources of heat.  Primarily a Webasto diesel forced air backed up by a bus heater off the engine.  Also an Espar diesel heater to heat water when the engine is not running
• Entertainment: Fusion 750 with multiple zones plus two 22” TV’s. Saloon TV rotates to face the cockpit. Stereo also controllable through Garmin MFD.
• Indirect lighting throughout as well as thoughtful courtesy lighting.
• Custom storage solutions throughout the vessel.
• Custom bug screens for the doorway and the large aft opening window. UV screens for the windows

MECHANICAL

• Volvo Penta D4-300 Common-Rail Diesel – 300 HP.  Hours 1230 
• Bow and Stern Thrusters with remote control pennant.
• Full colour engine display
• Easy access with an electric opening hatch.
• Low-temperature engine room heater for winter protection
• Electronic throttles – located at the helm and cockpit
• Trim tabs

ELECTRICAL and PLUMBING

• Upgraded AGM house bank – 440 Amp-hrs with positive and negative busbars (2020)
• Upgraded dedicated starting battery (2024)
• Windlass/Thruster battery replaced (2020)
• Upgraded bonding system
• Inverter: 2000W
• Solar: 145W with upgraded Victron MPPT
• Victron Battery Monitor
• EFOY Fuel Cell – Comfort 210 (2020)
• 12 Volt and 120V power plugs throughout the boat
• Galvanic Isolator
• Independent 120V circuit with two receptacles to power heater and fans during the off-season (separate from the standard AC system).
• Espar diesel heater to heat water when the engine is not running
• Upgraded plumbing includes easier winterization.

INSTRUMENTS

• Full Garmin suite of electronics
• Garmin 7612 xsv Chartplotter/MFD
• Garmin 7612 Sonar
• Garmin GMR18XHD Radar
• Garmin AIS300 
• Garmin GCS20 Autopilot – integrated with the Garmin Chartplotter
• Garmin VHF 200
• Spotlight with remote
• Dual trumpet electric horn
• Weems and Plath Clock and Barometer

CABIN HOUSE AND FORDECK

• Bow pulpit with convenient beaching ladder
• Raw water wash down system in cockpit,
• Electric windlass with controls at the helm and foredeck.
• Upgraded Rocna Anchor: 10kg
• Spare anchor: original Bruce with 100’ of rope rode.

COCKPIT

• Large swim grid with custom reinforcements.  Integrated swim ladder and built-in fenders.
• Easy opening door through the transom to enter the cockpit.
• Custom full cockpit enclosure for all season cruising plus custom bug screens
• Custom sun awning for the swim platform
• Remote helm with full controls
• 2 fold-out cockpit seats and reversible transom seat with custom covers and additional comfortable cushions.
• 2x Scotty Downrigger plugs and pads
• 12V Nova Cool refrigerator/freezer
• Easy-lift crates in the lazarettes
• Large removable bucket in the engine compartment.
• Removable cockpit table
• Rod holders
• Custom removable cocktail table on swim platform
• Storage saddles for dinghy standoffs
• Custom stowable dinghy retriever winch

OTHER EQUIPMENT

• Upgraded Highfield 290 Classic RHIB with two seats and custom cover
• Yamaha 2.5 4 stroke with custom cover
• 2x Scotty Downrigger plugs and pads
• Custom full boat cover
• Covers for outside seating
• Dickinson BBQ and mounting system
• Approximately 400’ of stern-tie line with about 200’ of retriever line on custom reel
• Upgraded security equipment throughout: bars for the ceiling hatches, sliding windows, dingy motor, and engine bay and cockpit lazarettes.
• Underwater lights

MAINTENANCE

• Last haul-out: April 2025
• Last anti-fouling: April 2025
• Last zinc(s) change: April 2025
• Last oil change: Oct 2024
• Detailed maintenance log

Manufacturer's Description:

The Ranger R29 Sedan is another masterpiece of innovation! The more modern styling features a curved front window and an overhead glass atrium that provides exceptional visibility from the helm station and salon area.  An ingenious aft cockpit seating arrangement includes a reversible seat, port and starboard jump seats and a teak table for outside dining.  The opening cabin bulkhead with reversible seat also provides additional cockpit seating while bringing the outside-in.  

The Ranger Tug 29S accommodates up to six adults on three separate berths, including the forward island berth with en-suite head.  The R29S is powered by a fuel efficient 300 HP Volvo Inboard Diesel engine that is located completely outside of the cabin for quiet cruising.  Standard stern and bow thrusters make docking exceptionally easy.    

Listed by Max Shaw and Mike Carkeek