Vessel just completed the loop, and is being prepared for new owner
BLUE MOON is a SEA RANGER 45 built in Taiwan in 1981 by C & L Marine with a solid fiberglass hull. This Raised Pilot house has fiberglass decks with the Europa Sedan appeal. She is a Great Loop veteran looking for her next adventure.
? Vessel Overview
• Model: Sea Ranger 45 Raised Pilothouse Europa Sedan• Builder: C&L Marine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
• Year: 1981
• Length Overall (LOA): 45 ft (13.72 m)
• Beam: 14' 9"
• Draft: Approx. 4' 3"
• Hull Material: Solid fiberglass
• Displacement: 36,500 lbs
• Hull Type: Semi-displacement
• Fuel Type: Diesel
?? Power & Performance
• Engine: Volvo TAMD-40, 165 HP turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel- 5214 Hrs
• Transmission: Borg Warner Velvet Drive
• Cruising Speed: ~8 knots
• Max Speed: ~11 knots
• Generator: Westerbeke 8kW diesel- 2587 Hrs
• Bow Thruster: WESMAR
• Fuel Capacity: 612 gallons (6 aluminum tanks)
• Fresh Water: 200 gallons
• Holding Tank: 30 gallons
Navigation & Electronics
• Lowrance LCX-28c HD
• Garmin GPS861xsv with Fantom Dome 18X Radar
• Lowrance Link 8 VHF
• ProMariner 1220 charger
• Xantrex TrueCharge 20
Interior & Layout
• Cabins: 2 staterooms
?? Master and guest staterooms with queen-size berths
• Heads: 1 large head with shower
• Salon: Spacious with Europa-style windows
• Galley: Functional layout with updated appliances
• Pilothouse: Raised helm station with excellent visibility
Exterior Features
• Decks: Fiberglass with teak accents
• Cockpit: Ideal for docking and line handling
• Tender: 2002 Achilles 10'2" rigid inflatable with outboard
• Windlass: Rebuilt in 2021
• Bridge Clearance: 19' 5"
Notable Upgrades & Maintenance
• New prop, shaft, and fuel tanks
• Freshwater and engine circulation pumps replaced
• Heat exchangers serviced (2021)
• Bottom job completed (Nov 24')• VictronConnect controller with 4 100W solar panels
This Sea Ranger 45 is Great Loop capable, known for its sturdy build, efficient cruising, and timeless trawler aesthetics. With thoughtful upgrades and a comfortable layout, it’s a fantastic choice for long-range cruising or liveaboard life.
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Key Features of This Yacht
Vessel Description
Additional Information
- 2002 Achilles HB-310
Yacht Specification
Vessel Name
Blue Moon
Length
null mt
Manufacturer
Sea Ranger
Model
45 Sea Ranger
Year Of Vessel
1981
Boat Type
power-trawler
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Make
Volvo Penta
Engine Model
TAMD-40
Engine Hours
5200
Engine Type
Inboard
No. of Fuel Tanks
1
No. of Engine
1
Engine HP
1 X 165
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About 1981 Sea Ranger 45 Sea Ranger
This 1981 Sea Ranger 45 Sea Ranger is a premium power category boat currently located in Gilbertsville , KY, United States. It is powered by 1 Volvo Penta engines producing 1 X 165 HP. It is an ideal choice for buyers seeking Diesel powered boats with efficient layouts.