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Reversible Seating and Atrium Skylights: Details of the R-25 Cabin
Refining the Outboard Transom
The marine industry constantly wrestles with the physical limitations of outboard engines mounted on traditional transoms. Ranger Tugs directly addresses this spatial conflict on the R-25 through their Clear-Path swim platform. This extended platform physically wraps around the Yamaha F250, creating a continuous walkway completely free of engine rigging. Fitted with heavy-duty handrails, the design allows operators to execute Mediterranean ties or board a dinghy safely without risking damage to the outboard cowling.
Dimensions and Trailering Logistics
Maintaining mobility on land significantly expands the operational range of any coastal cruiser. The R-25 measures 28 feet and 5 inches in length with the motor down, yet retains a strict 8-foot 6-inch beam specifically to keep the hull trailerable. This dimensional discipline gives owners the flexibility to bypass long, exposed ocean transits and tow the vessel directly to distant cruising grounds. For shallow water navigation, the draft measures 34 inches with the engine engaged, shrinking to just 19 inches when tilted up.
Cabin Architecture
Prolonged periods on the water demand a highly functional interior layout. The R-25 incorporates an opening glass bulkhead equipped with a reversible seat, creating a fluid transition between the cockpit and the main salon. Natural light enters the space through atrium skylights and four solar-reflective pilothouse hatches. The accommodations include a private forward stateroom, a midship berth, and a convertible dinette that seats four, allowing the vessel to support a family during overnight anchorages.
Mechanical Infrastructure
Sustaining power off the grid remains a primary concern for the modern boater. Ranger Tugs outfits the R-25 with an advanced electrical grid, utilizing standard Lithium (LiFePO4) house batteries paired with a 220W bi-facial solar panel. This energy storage system reliably runs the onboard climate control, which provides both heat and air conditioning. At the helm, navigation is handled through a 12-inch Garmin system featuring GPS and sonar, while a standard bow thruster assists the primary Yamaha F250 during tight marina maneuvers.
The Pricing Formula
Acquiring a fully outfitted cruiser involves navigating a complex matrix of base prices and essential options. Ranger Tugs lists the R-25 with a ready to cruise price of $209,937.00. This specific figure includes substantial baseline equipment, such as the electric trim tabs, laminar flow interrupters, and a complete safety kit holding fenders, flares, and a VHF radio. Buyers seeking additional capabilities can spec factory upgrades like a Yamaha autopilot for $5,955 or a tandem axle aluminum trailer for $16,180 to finalize their setup.
