Tall guy issues in a Ranger R27

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Pddayo

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I’m 6’6” and looking at purchasing a Ranger R27. Any tall guys (or gals) that own an R27 have any issues?
 
Well, I'm a relatively tall guy (6'2") in an R27 Classic, and I never feel like I'm close to the overhead in the salon. On the other hand, if you're planning to sleep in the V berth, especially with someone else . . . .
 
I'm 6'5" and love my Ranger Tug! It's a 29, not a 27, but all the Ranger Tugs have excellent headroom compared to other boats their size.
Unless trailering a lot, you may want to look at the 29 as the island berth forward is roomier than the v-berth in the 27.
 
Thanks for the input. I like the 27 for it’s tow ability but will look at the 29’s
 
We have a R27 Classic. Love the boat, and I am 6’4” and fit in the v-birth without issues. My wife is 5 foot which works nicely without conflict in the feet area. It works well for us. The rest of the boat has plenty of clearance for us. A couple of extra inches will certainly push it, but let me know if you want any measurements for the R27 classic.
 
next time pick the smaller parent. LOL
 
I have a very tall RT friend and he bought the 27 classic specifically because of the headroom in the head and the V-berth.
 
I’m 6’3” and I don’t have any issues on our 27. The v-birth is large enough but the only place I would love a little more room is the head because we use shower even if we’re at a marina. The R27 is super easy to tow and launch and no permits are needed. Good luck in your search.

Tim and Donna
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Thank you all for your responses. Looking forward to joining “the family”...if I could just save up enough aluminum cans to get a 27!
 
I am 6'5 and am comfortable on my R27. I fit nicely at the helm seat. Sleeping in the vberth works fine as well, but I am pushing the limits and can only fit on the port side of the vberth. All works great fine.
 
I'm 6'6" and I find plenty of head room and sleeping room on my 2011 R-27.
My wife is 5'10" and we have plenty of space in the forward berth. I carry a folding cushion to sleep on the stern in nice weather.
It's nice finally having a boat where I am not always whacking my head on something!
 
6'3". R27 Classic. No height issues.
 
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