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1997 Ranger 519DVS

ACTIVEREGISTERED · TXHULL VERIFIED
BuilderRanger
Model519DVS
Model year1997
Registration stateTX
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · TX
Registration status: active
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · RNG5F040L697
HIN STRUCTURE
RNG
MIC
5F040
SERIAL
L6
PROD
97
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
RNG
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
5F040
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
December
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
6
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
1997
MANUFACTURER · MIC RNG
RANGER BOATS
FLIPPIN, AR
rangerboats.com
SOURCE

MIC RNG registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used Ranger

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 1997 Ranger 519DVS. It was registered in Texas.

The free registration data above confirms what is on file with the state or USCG. The full history report unlocks the title chain, lien records, accident history, and open recall status for this specific HIN — the records that a visual inspection cannot surface.

BUYING A USED RANGER
  • +Ranger's Lifetime Hull Warranty is transferable but requires verification — confirm the original purchase date via title records.
  • +Dealer financing and floor plan liens on used Rangers are common; verify lien status before any private sale.
  • +Ranger has issued recalls on specific models for hydraulic steering and fuel system components — run the HIN to check current recall status.
  • +Tournament boats may have modifications to the factory power package; confirm the current engine is original or properly documented.
§ 04

Records on file

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0
Title records
none on file
0
Active liens
none found
0
Incidents
none reported
§ 05

Title chain

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Common questions

RANGER · TEXAS
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN TEXAS
What documents do I need to register a boat in Texas?
To register a boat in Texas, you'll need to submit an Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U), proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and proof of liability insurance. You must also provide valid identification and pay the appropriate registration and title fees based on your vessel's length and type.
How long does a Texas boat title and registration last?
Texas boat registrations are valid for one or two years, depending on the length of your vessel and the registration period you choose. Your title does not expire, but you must renew your registration annually or biennially before it lapses to avoid penalties and ensure legal operation.
What happens when I buy a used boat in Texas—do I need to transfer the title?
Yes, you must transfer the title to your name within 30 days of purchase by submitting the signed title certificate, a bill of sale, and the application form to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Before completing the purchase, it's advisable to verify the current title and any lien records through the TPWD to ensure the seller has clear ownership and no outstanding claims against the vessel.

DATA SOURCED FROM USCG NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER AND STATE REGISTRATION DATABASES