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Ranger 29 Mull
Designer: Gary Mull  ·  Builder: Ranger Yachts  ·  First built: 1970
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About the Ranger 29 Mull

With limited documentation available, the Ranger 29 Mull represents an intriguing chapter in sailboat design that deserves closer examination by prospective buyers. This vessel appears to be part of the broader Ranger yacht lineage, a marque known for producing capable cruising sailboats during the latter half of the 20th century. Based on its nomenclature and heritage, the Ranger 29 Mull likely offered a balanced approach to coastal cruising and weekend sailing. The "Mull" designation suggests possible Scottish design influences or naming conventions, hinting at a boat conceived for sturdy, reliable performance in varied conditions. While comprehensive specifications remain elusive, boats of this era and likely pedigree typically emphasized practical layouts and seaworthy characteristics over pure racing performance. The Ranger brand historically focused on creating accessible cruising boats that appealed to families and casual sailors seeking adventure without excessive complexity. For today's used boat market, the scarcity of detailed information about the Ranger 29 Mull makes thorough pre-purchase surveys essential. Potential buyers should carefully evaluate structural integrity, systems condition, and maintenance history when considering this somewhat mysterious but potentially rewarding sailboat option.

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$4,000 – $9,000
typical asking price
Median $6,500  ·  2 listings used
All listings
$4,000 – $9,000 2
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.58 ft / 8.71 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.00 ft / 7.01 m
Beam 9.33 ft / 2.84 m
Max Draft 4.67 ft / 1.42 m
Displacement 6,700.00 lb / 3,039 kg
Ballast 3,130.00 lb / 1,420 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 410.00 ft² / 38.09 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Gary Mull
Builder Ranger Yachts
First Built 1970
Last Built 1975
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
18.52
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
21.43
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.98
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.43
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.36
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 766.75
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 37.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.33
P (Mainsail Luff) 33.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.0
SA Fore 228.11
SA Main 181.5
How It Compares

vs. Columbia 87, Lancer 29 3, San Juan 28

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Dimensions
LOA
Ranger 29 Mull ★
28.6 ft
Columbia 87
28.6 ft
Lancer 29 3
28.7 ft
San Juan 28
28.7 ft
LWL
Ranger 29 Mull ★
23.0 ft
Columbia 87
23.2 ft
Lancer 29 3
23.5 ft
San Juan 28
22.3 ft
Beam
Ranger 29 Mull ★
9.3 ft
Columbia 87
10.0 ft
Lancer 29 3
10.0 ft
San Juan 28
10.0 ft
Displacement
Ranger 29 Mull ★
6 lbs
Columbia 87
8 lbs
Lancer 29 3
7 lbs
San Juan 28
6 lbs
Ballast
Ranger 29 Mull ★
3 lbs
Columbia 87
3 lbs
Lancer 29 3
3 lbs
San Juan 28
3 lbs
Sail Area
Ranger 29 Mull ★
410 sq ft
Columbia 87
416 sq ft
Lancer 29 3
374 sq ft
San Juan 28
385 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
Columbia 87
Lancer 29 3
194 s/nm
San Juan 28
186 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
18.5
Columbia 87
16.0
Lancer 29 3
15.3
San Juan 28
18.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
Columbia 87
Lancer 29 3
38.5 %
San Juan 28
50.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
21.4
Columbia 87
24.7
Lancer 29 3
22.4
San Juan 28
18.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
1.98
Columbia 87
1.96
Lancer 29 3
2.02
San Juan 28
2.18
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
Columbia 87
Lancer 29 3
268
San Juan 28
248
Hull Speed
Ranger 29 Mull ★
6.4 kts
Columbia 87
6.5 kts
Lancer 29 3
6.5 kts
San Juan 28
6.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Ranger 29 Mull ★
2.4
Columbia 87
1.6
Lancer 29 3
1.9
San Juan 28
2.3
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