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Description
1952 Steel tug boat "Ranger" built new for Knutson Towboat company in an Oregon shipyard.
Was rebuilt and converted to a recreational trawler from 2005-2007.
It has been all around the San Juan islands, Canada and Alaska (as far north as Wrangle). It handles very well.
Hull Specs:
47' LOA, 5'9" Draft
Can be transported on truck with removal of mast
Accommodations:
sleeps up to 10 - 2 in pilothouse, 2 in dining settee, 2 in V-berth, 4 bunks
Power:
The original V12 Cummins engine was replaced with a fully manufactured 180hp Detroit 6V71 with a blower but is non turbo. Currently has 1026 hrs on the engine since rebuilt. It is paired with and Allison reduction gear 4.5/1
cruises at 8knots
Electrical:
4 8D batteries (2 for house, 2 for start)
1500 watt inverter
updated wiring throughout - done by professional
Navigation:
Comnav Autopilot with jog lever - interfaces with Garmin 1040xs GPS
Heat:
Webasto diesel heater
2 Red Dot heaters
Other Systems:
Seaward hot water heater - heats from engine coolant or 110v
Tanks;
Fuel tanks are integral and estimated to be 500gallons or more
Black water - 30 gallon, new macerator Jan 2026
Fresh water - 110 gallons (2 55 gallon tanks), 2 other 3 gallon tanks are in place but not in use currently
Structure: roof and deck fiberglass work was done by Laconner Maritme service in 2012 and does not leak.
Issues:
has a cracked strbd side window
small leak in steering system - maybe about 1 cup of fluid over a couple weeks of use
windlass reservoir has small leak
exterior could use some cleaning and touching up of paint. can get all of the info for what finishes have been used over the years.
Specifications
Year2007
MakeKnutson Towboat trawler steel tugboat conversion
ModelCustom Steel Tugboat
TypePowerboat
ConditionGood
Length47 ft
Engine
Engine TypeINBOARD
Engine MakeCummins
Engine ModelCummins 6BTA
Engine Hours2,000
Fuel TypeDIESEL
$38,500
2007 Knutson Towboat trawler steel tugboat conversion
Mt Vernon, WA
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