Ranger R70 Boat Manual
August 25, 2000 In the bass boat world, class and name recognition doesn't get much higher than that of Ranger, as evidenced by the number of big-name pros and TV celebrities that seem to be fishing from one of the company's premium-priced fishing machines. But fear not, the dream of owning a high-class vessel such as a Ranger may be closer than you think because they do offer a line of fine, entry-level bass boats. Take its R71 Sport, for instance. It's an ideal choice for the angler stepping up from the aluminum bass boat. The R71 Sport is a smooth performer with a very appealing price tag.
The boat/motor package I tested, which included a 115-horsepower Mercury outboard, came in at just over $17,000 — quite an economically priced package for a full-featured fiberglass bass boat. Some might consider the R71's overall length of 17 feet, 1 inch small compared to the current trend for larger bass boats, but it is more than adequate for serious angling at both the recreational and tournament levels. Wringing out the R71 Generally when a test boat is delivered to us, it has been pre-tested by the factory. It has just the right prop and any 'bugs' are worked out before we get our hands on the rig. However, this time the motor hadn't even been run — we started it for the first time at the Bull Shoals ramp. It started up without hesitation, popping the R71 on plane as we came out of the launch ramp's cove.
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The 115 took just a shade more than 3-and-a-half seconds to get on plane, and less than 6 seconds to hit the 30 mph mark. The R71's short bow stayed fairly low, even at the start of the throttle dump. The bow then settled down nicely, and as I began to trim the motor, it lifted smoothly until we were running wide open. The entire acceleration process was smooth as glass. Top end was 49 mph on the radar gun with a reading of 5200 rpm on the tachometer.
(The R71 is rated for up to 130 horsepower.) Ranger's Gary Howard was helping me with the test and suggested that a different prop might squeeze another couple mph out of the boat, but test time was limited, so we decided to stay with the original propeller. But it is something for future R71 owners to consider. Unlike some smaller bass boats, the R71 is absolutely easy to drive at wide-open throttle, and when the boat is fully trimmed up doing near 50 mph, this is nothing to sneeze. There was absolutely no chinewalk, so novice bass boaters won't have to worry about mastering this problem the first time out. If the ride was sweet and smooth, the handling was even smoother. With a rise of 3 feet almost overnight, Bull Shoals was debris-laden. Chunks of bark, tree limbs and even whole logs floated on the surface.
Although the debris made for somewhat difficult testing conditions, it provided a great proving ground for the R71's handling. The little 17-footer wriggled easily around the obstacles with extreme nimbleness. In fact, with no-feedback steering as standard equipment, the handling and steering of the R71 felt almost like that of an expensive sports car as I maneuvered around logs and limbs. Because the R71 doesn't have as pronounced an integrated engine setback as some of Ranger's bigger models, I was curious to see how much backwash it would receive during an emergency shutdown.
Ranger R70 Specs
With the boat running wide open, I did a hard shut down and we watched the 'following seas' meet the transom. The R71's 6 inches of integrated engine setback is designed to prevent backwaves from washing in over the aft deck. It works quite nicely, too. In my test, only a small amount of water came over the transom and up onto the back deck, but for a boat of that length it was a very small amount. Some backwash should be expected; the R71 Sport's three batteries are positioned at the very back of the bilge area and against the transom, which puts a lot of weight in the stern and allows it to settle quickly. What I didn't expect was the fuel-efficiency of this little package. I believe you could run the Mercury 115 and the R71 all day and still have some gas to spare.
In fact, during the timed fuel tests, I thought that the test unit wasn't working when it showed less than 1 gph fuel consumption at idle speed. Unfortunately, you're not going to want to idle very long; this isn't an idle-speed outboard designed for trolling and it idles a little rough. Moving the throttle up to 2000 rpm, however, changed everything and the motor was extremely smooth from there on up to the top end of 5200 rpm. Ranger Quality Although the Sport Series are considered entry-level bass boats, they are still Rangers and come complete with Ranger's quality design, construction and meticulous attention to detail. The Sport Series features Ranger's patented solid-fiberglass transom and, of course, Ranger's much-touted, upright, level flotation. The R71 has a nice, solid feel in the ride; there's no flexing and bouncing of the hull, as I discovered in the slight chop on the main body of 'The Bull' and in crossing wakes.
Howard says this is because Ranger's fiberglass stringer system is designed to dissipate the shock of rough water. Ranger also 'zone tempers' their resin and fiberglass lay-up process, to increase strength in all the right places. F5 101 exam study guide. Additional hull strength is created by fiberglass gussets that link the patented transom, stringers (and other internal components) into one extremely strong internal framework. Ranger's patented geometric hull design also adds to the smooth and comfortable ride. The R71 sports plush, carpeted decks, carpeted rod storage, and a wide range of color choices.
With a beam of 83 inches, inside depth of 20 inches, and the capability of carrying 665 pounds of passengers and gear, the package we tested tipped the scales at 2608 pounds for boat, motor, trailer, trolling motor and batteries. This means you are looking at a comfortable boat that can also be towed easily, even in mountain country, by just about every pickup and SUV. Fully loaded with lots of fishing amenities, the R71 is tournament ready, it has a tremendous amount of lockable storage space. This includes a 6-foot, 6-inch-long starboard and 7-foot, 1-inch-long port locker. On both sides of the rear deck are two large waterproof locking compartments that can double as refreshment coolers.
Located in the center of the aft deck is a recirculating aerated livewell with divider. The back of this deck also has a rear power compartment that allows easy access to batteries, breakers and the aerator system.
Included in the power compartment area is also a 1000-gph bilge pump. (By the way, all of the R71's compartment lids are carpeted and utilize gas-filled struts for spring lid assists.) One especially nice feature is the carpeted flip-over insert in the center of the bench seat. Placed with the carpet side up, it provides a great step-up to the rear deck, preventing damage to upholstery. With the upholstery side up, you have a full bench that will seat three anglers. In addition to the huge rod lockers, the front deck also has a lockable, waterproof storage area, as well as a partner rod ramp that helps keep rods handy, and sturdy hand bars that provide security in rough weather.
An optional deck extension can be added to create an oversized deck providing room for two anglers. The console includes a full array of instrumentation — all in an easy-to-see and easy-to-get-to arrangement. A small tinted windshield completes the console, which is positioned for easy use, with comfortable seating and steering position.
A Lowrance X-48 depthfinder comes standard and is mounted on the gunwale next to the console. The Ranger Sport R71 we tested was a single console, but they are also available as a dual-console model (R73). Wiring follows in standard Ranger form, which includes a 24-Volt receptacle plug, a bow panel and switches and wiring harness/fuse panel with a master breaker switch.
Other standard features include courtesy lights, a competition steering wheel, cranking battery with holder and a trolling motor battery hold down. A water separator is also included as standard equipment. Sport model R71s can be factory-rigged with a wide range of outboards from Evinrude/Johnson and Mariner/Mercury to Force and Yamaha. This means that with a maximum horsepower rating of 130, it should fit a wide variety of bank accounts, making it easier for the guy who wants to step up to the Ranger name the opportunity to do so. Boat Specifications Construction: Fiberglass, composite framework Length: 17' 1' Beam: 6' 11' Hull Weight: 1155 lbs. (boat only) Rigged Weight: 1658 lbs., boat-motor-trolling motor-batteries Trailered Weight: 2608 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 24 gals.
Livewell Capacity: 25 gals. With removable divider Max. HP Rating: 130hp Load Capacity: 1250 lbs., 5 persons/665 lbs. Base Price: $16,180, package price with standard features Price as Tested: $17,483 Warranty: 5-year structural Engine Tested: Mercury 115 Type Displacement: 113 cu. 1848cc Induction System: Loop charged (4) carbs Weight: 348 lbs. Optimum RPM Range: 4750 to 5250 Gear Ratio: 2:07 to 1 Alternator: 18 amp Propeller: 22 Laser II Propshaft Height: 71/2' below pad Jackplate: None Setback: 6' Test Conditions: Air Temperature: 75 degrees Water Temperature: 52 degrees Wind: 0 to 10 mph Top Speed: 49 mph 0-30 mph: 5.9 secs.
Major options: Trolling motor upgrade, spare trailer tire, trailer brakes, (2) trolling 27-Series batteries, 115 Mercury with stainless prop. Manufacturer Ranger Boats Co., Inc. Box 179 Flippin, AR 72634 (800) 373-2628.