Veteran Yacht Sales
Boat Highlights:
Year of Vessel
1983
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Length
55 ft
Manufacturer
Sea Ranger
Condition
Pre-owned
Boat Type
Power
1983 C&L Sea Ranger 55 MKII Pilothouse Trawler
Designed by Herb David | Former USCG Auxiliary Offshore Facility Vessel
Semi-Displacement | 55' LOA | 65GT / 52NT | LRC Capable | 2,000+ NM Range
Vessel Overview
Built by C&L Marine in Taiwan and designed by renowned naval architect Herb David, this Sea Ranger 55 MKII Pilothouse is a robust long-range trawler with commercial pedigree. A former USCG Auxiliary-inspected offshore operations vessel, it was purpose-built for safety, endurance, and serious passage making. Her semi-displacement hull, exceptional beam (18’7”), and voluminous layout make her a standout for liveaboard cruisers or Great Loop voyagers. She offers impressive mechanicals, a walk-in engine room, and accommodations rarely found under 60 feet.
Electronics & Navigation
Raymarine SL72+ LCD and Furuno CRT radar
Raymarine RC425 chartplotter
Raymarine ST8001 autopilot with Azimuth 1000 compass
Depth, speed, and rudder angle indicators
SAILOR SSB/VHF, Standard Horizon VHF, Raytheon loudhailer
Hynautic controls at both stations
La Crosse weather station
Onan 12kW diesel generator (50 Amp)
Xantrex 40A 3-bank smart charger
Batteries: 2x 8D Start | 6x 6V House | 4D Generator Bank
Specifications
Length Overall (LOA): 55 ft
Beam: 18 ft 7 in
Gross Tonnage / Net Tonnage: 65 GT / 52 NT
Hull Material: Solid fiberglass
Cruise Speed: 8–10 knots
Range: Approx. 2,000 nautical miles
Fuel Capacity: 1,800 gal (aluminum, 4 tanks)
Water Capacity: 450 gal
Holding Tank: 120 gal
Tank Materials: All aluminum (no black iron)
Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 6-71N (Naturally Aspirated, 310 hp each)
Hours: 552 hrs (ultra-low)
Top Speed (WOT): Estimated 17.6 knots
Propulsion & Mechanical Systems
Twin Disk gearboxes | 2.5” stainless shafts | 4-blade 27"x22" props
Vosper Thornycroft Mini-Maxi hydraulic fin stabilizers
Vetus Wildo jet bow thruster
Articulating navigation mast for low-bridge clearance
Full walk-in stand-up engine room
Accommodations & Interior
Staterooms: 3 total – including two full-beam staterooms
Heads: 3 total – with en suite bathtubs, vanity, bidet-equipped day head
Walk-in closets, powder room, and ample storage throughout
Climate Control:
Espar diesel radiant heating
3x Arctic Marine reverse-cycle AC units
Galley & Domestic Systems
Galley-up configuration with granite tile countertops
Full-size Norcold refrigerator + Haier chest freezer
Princess 3-burner electric range and oven
Frigidaire microwave, Tramontina wine cooler
Equator dishwasher
Panda washer/dryer combo
Exterior & Deck Equipment
Full-beam sundeck and covered side decks
Aluminum boarding ramp
Teak swim platform with freshwater shower
14' Avon hard-bottom RIB with 25HP Mercury outboard
Stainless steel davit crane
8-man Avon liferaft
Recent Upgrades & Service
$10,000 engine service by factory-authorized Detroit Diesel technician
2022 short haul with $25K+ in maintenance: new seacocks, fresh zincs, hull inspection
New fuel polishing system (pump and filtration)
Numerous upgrades throughout (full list available upon request)
Condition Notes
Mechanically strong and structurally sound. Cosmetically, she would benefit from finishing touches including exterior paint, brightwork, interior wall panel refinishing, and minor trim carpentry. A turnkey-ready platform with immense potential for long-range cruising or liveaboard use.
Summary
A rare find in the long-range cruising market, this Sea Ranger 55 delivers tremendous value in size, tankage, and outfitting. Whether you plan to cruise the Great Loop, explore the Caribbean, or live aboard full-time, this is a capable and proven platform priced to move.
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