Ranger 23 Tall Rig
Description
The Ranger 23 is a nimble, trailerable fiberglass racer/cruiser sloop designed by Gary Mull and built by Ranger Yachts in Costa Mesa, California, from 1971 to 1978. With 739–740 units produced, it became a West Coast success story, targeting the IOR Quarter Ton (18 ft rating) class for competitive one-design racing while doubling as a daysailer or weekend coastal hopper. Mull's design emphasizes lightweight speed with a saucer hull for planing potential, making it forgiving and fun for beginners yet capable in fleets (PHRF 219–225). The tall rig variant, introduced in 1974, adds mast height for superior light-air performance and upwind drive without hull changes—ideal for variable breezes. Owners rave about its balance across wind ranges, sporty aesthetics, and ease of trailering (under 4,000 lb loaded), though it's tender in heavy gusts and best for protected waters.
Construction Details
| Designer | Mull, Gary |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ranger Yachts |
| Length | 23.670 ft |
| LOA | 23.670 ft |
| LWL | 20.000 ft |
| Beam | 7.920 ft |
| Displacement | 3400 lb |
| Ballast | 1500 lb |
| Max Draft | 3.750 ft |
| Year Built | 1971 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 30 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 9.75 ft |
| p | 25.75 ft |
| e | 9.17 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 ft | 9.75 ft | 25.75 ft | 9.17 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Sails
Ranger 23 Tall Rig - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 25.75 ft - (7849 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 9.17 ft - (2795 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.85 ft - (8184 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 27.03 ft - (8239 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 121.77 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 12.5 ft - (3810 mm) |
| Leech | 22.25 ft - (6782 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 109.64 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 10.69 ft - (3258 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 13.24 ° |
| Area | * 138.93 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 27.5 ft - (8382 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 11.75 ft - (3581 mm) |
| Leech | 25.25 ft - (7696 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 110.56 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 10.78 ft - (3286 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.4 ° |
| Area | * 148.26 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 11.75 ft - (3581 mm) |
| Leech | 21.75 ft - (6629 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 100 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 9.75 ft - (2972 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 15.92 ° |
| Area | * 126.75 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 12.5 ft - (3810 mm) |
| Leech | 23.25 ft - (7087 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.56 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.17 ft - (3405 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 8.66 ° |
| Area | * 145.22 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - GENOA
| Luff | 30 ft - (9144 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 17.167 ft - (5233 mm) |
| Leech | 28.42 ft - (8662 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 163.18 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.91 ft - (4849 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.07 ° |
| Area | * 238.64 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - GENOA
| Luff | 29 ft - (8839 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 12.58 ft - (3834 mm) |
| Leech | 27.167 ft - (8281 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 120.51 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.75 ft - (3581 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 2.97 ° |
| Area | * 170.32 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - GENOA
| Luff | 28.5 ft - (8687 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 15 ft - (4572 mm) |
| Leech | 26.5 ft - (8077 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 141.54 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.8 ft - (4206 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.06 ° |
| Area | * 196.66 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - GENOA
| Luff | 30 ft - (9144 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 15.75 ft - (4801 mm) |
| Leech | 28.33 ft - (8635 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.36 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.66 ft - (4468 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.44 ° |
| Area | * 219.9 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 31 ft - (9449 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 17 ft - (5182 mm) |
| Leech | 29 ft - (8839 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 395 ft² |
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Ranger 23 Tall Rig - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 29.97 ft - (9135 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 17.55 ft - (5349 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.55 ft - (5349 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 447 ft² |
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