Trawlers

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.

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

Generator & Electrical

• Onan 12kW diesel generator (50 Amp)
• Xantrex 40A 3-bank smart charger
• Batteries: 2x 8D Start | 6x 6V House | 4D Generator Bank

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

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

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. It needs work so the new owner should be handy in a number of disciplines.