Ranger boats celebrated a milestone few companies ever get to enjoy, their 50th year in business in 2018. Along the way boating has undergone a host of changes and innovations in boat building have evolved with the sport. Dating back to their earliest days in business, Ranger has been an innovator in the industry, leading the way to developing original USCG standards for flotation in boat hulls and patenting the first aerated live bait well designs to keep tournament catches alive. Drawing on decades of experience building bass boats the transition into salt water bay designs was a seamless one and the Bay Series has proven to live up to the standard Ranger owners demand. The 2260 Bay is the entry model in the series but packs a lot of toughness into 22 feet. This high performance hull design features a pultruded heat cured laminate reinforced transom to stringer bond along with a foam filled hull interior for a rock solid feel in a stiff bay chop.
The 2260 Bay is built on the traditional bay boat deck layout with both forward and aft raised casting surfaces. The forward deck is elevated to within several inches of the gunnel, leaving enough toe-kick to offer security while casting from a rocking boat. Matching 8-foot long rod lockers to port and starboard accommodate a full assortment of rods or can be used for gear storage. A large center deck located storage compartment is easily large enough to handle tackle bags and life jackets/safety gear. A pair of live wells, one under the forward console seat and a second release well under the center casting deck aft are standard equipment. The rear deck also includes a pair of flip-up jump seats which are always a smart use of space on a bay boat. Tackle storage options are found both in the console face forward and beneath the leaning post style helm seat. Eight more rod holders molded into the outline of the console keep extra rods at the ready within a moment's notice.
Ranger boats has found a comfortable place to occupy in the salt water market offering a familiar feel for fresh water enthusiasts making the crossover into the world of salt water angling. This is a solidly constructed, stylish and functional option offered as a total boat, motor, trailer package at a price point that is well below average for boats in this class.
Ranger 2260 Bay Specifications
Length: 21 feet 5 inches
Beam: 8 feet 6 inches
Draft: 13 inches
Inside depth: 19 inches
Weight: 2600 pounds
Maximum horsepower: 200
Fuel: 49 gallons
Base price: $45,095.00
The Ranger 2260 Bay offers abundant rod storage options as seen here between the console sides, overhead T-Top, and Rocket Launcher.
The Ranger construction standard assures a solidly built smooth riding vessel built to stand up to exposed waters on windy days.
The Ranger construction standard assures a solidly built smooth riding vessel built to stand up to exposed waters on windy days.
The forward casting deck offers a large secure space to stand for multiple anglers.
Matching 8-foot rod storage lockers along with extra dry storage space is available below the foredeck.
This forward console seat doubles as a rounded live bait well for maximum capacity if you take live baiting seriously.
A super clean helm face offers space for all necessary instrumentation and electronics without looking cluttered.
Much like the classic soft top a traditional rocket launcher leaning post is pure function from a comfort standpoint to tackle storage along with extra rod holders.
Despite the popularity of fiberglass hardtops lately, the old classic soft T-top never goes out of style.
The rear casting platform offers plenty of room for an oversized release well and companion jump seats.
Here’s the Ranger 2260 Bay in her element doing what she was built for, making memories!
