1971 Ranger 26
LOA
7.92m (26.0ft)
Beam
2.62m (8.6ft)
Displacement
2,177kg (4,799lbs)
Year
1971–1976
Manufacturer
Ranger
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 7.92 m | 26.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 6.40 m | 21.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.62 m | 8.6 ft |
| Draft | 1.22 m | 4.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.50 m | 34.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,177 kg | 4,799 lbs |
| Ballast | 907 kg | 2,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 29.5 m² | 318 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 30 L | 7.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Gary Mull | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.85
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
41.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.81 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.7
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1971 Ranger 26
A Gary Mull design that brought IOR racing performance to an affordable package. The Ranger 26 is quick and responsive, a true racer-cruiser from the California school.