Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ranger Tugs R25 2010 vs Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a semi displacement Ranger Tugs R25 2010 against a displacement Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Ranger Tugs R25 2010 at 24,6 ft versus Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010 at 24,6 ft. At 57 lbs and 57 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Ranger Tugs R25 2010 and 150 hp for the Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ranger Tugs R25 2010 carries 75 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Ranger Tugs R25 2010 and Ranger Tugs R25SC 2010 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeRanger Tugs
MakeRanger Tugs
Model Year201
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Draft [max] - Detail26 in. (0.66 m)
Draft [max] - Detail26 in. (0.66 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inches26
Draft [max] - Inches26
Weight - Detail5,700 lbs. (2,450 kg)
Weight - Detail5,700 lbs. (2,450 kg)
Weight - kg2585.47
Weight - kg2585.47
Weight - lbs.57
Weight - lbs.57
Length - Feet24.58
Length - Feet24.58
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.5 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.5 m)
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Inches295
Length overall - Inches295
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Hull typeDisplacement
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine modelYanmar 4BY2
Engine modelYanmar 4BY2
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (284 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (303 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Horsepower150 hp
Horsepower150 hp
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity5
Sleeping capacitynot available
Water capacity30 gal. (113.5 l)
Water capacity30 gal. (37.9 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.5 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (28.4 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height11 ft. 10 in. (3.60 m) without mast
Trailer - Height11 ft. 8 in. (3.6 m) with lowered mast