Tudor Expands the Ranger Line: New Size, New Dial, Same Spirit

Tudor just expanded the Ranger lineup with a new 36mm case size and a “Dune-white” dial. For collectors, this expansion is a bigger deal than it looks. The Ranger, in its modern iterations, has only been available in 41mm and most recently 39mm. For anyone looking for their first Tudor, especially with holidays upon us, it’s a strong entry point into the brand.

1960s Tudor Ranger (left) vs 2022 Tudor Ranger. Image Source: Swisswatches Magazine.

“Ranger” has been part of Tudor’s vocabulary for decades, long before the modern 39mm reference reintroduced the line in 2022. Many of the vintage examples from the mid-20th century came in smaller sizes—34mm and 36mm references with matte dials and Explorer-style markers. Those proportions have always been part of the Ranger’s identity. Offering multiple sizes of the Ranger, much like Rolex did recently with the Explorer, feels like a welcome addition.

I’ve liked the modern 39mm version since the day it came out. It hugs your wrist, the crown is easy to use, the dial is clean and easy to read, and it really goes with anything. A slightly smaller version with a new dial color only strengthens what was already one of Tudor’s most straightforward, daily-wearable watches.

A 36mm Ranger That Feels True to the Line

The move to 36mm brings the modern Ranger closer to its historical proportions. Earlier references like the 7995/0 and 90220 typically hovered around 34mm, pairing small, sturdy cases with simple dials and painted numerals. The new 36mm model channels that vibe but feels like a modern Tudor.

Pairing a 36mm option with the existing 39mm also broadens the audience. The 39mm remains a great all-purpose size, but the 36mm will open the door to more wrist sizes and to people who prefer compact, unobtrusive watches—exactly the environment where the Ranger tends to shine.

Dune-White: The Right Kind of Color Change

The new “Dune-white” dial shifts the Ranger away from its all-business black-dial look without changing the character of the watch. Bright white would have felt out of place here. Instead, Tudor went with an off-white tone that reads somewhere between beige and sandstone. It adds a bit of warmth to the Ranger we know and love.

The lume is the same tone used on the black-dial Ranger, but it looks like it was made for the Dune background. Despite the similar tones, the contrast is clean and legible.

Tudor ties this dial tone to the Dakar Rally partnership—a nod to sand, heat, and harsh environments—but the look stands on its own. Most people choosing this dial will be doing so because it looks good, not because of the motorsport connection.

Bracelet and Strap Options

Tudor’s T-Fit clasp continues to be one of the brand’s strongest features across any model. This bracelet, with its three-link design and lack of faux rivets, keeps things clean. The on-the-fly adjustment is a life-saver, and it’s hard to live without it once you’ve tried it.

The fabric strap option fits the Ranger’s field-watch roots, but the bracelet elevates the watch for a wider variety of use cases. Having both options available on both sizes keeps the lineup tidy and complete.

Specs That Support the Ranger’s Purpose

Both the 36mm model uses Tudor’s MT5400 movement while the 39mm model uses the similar MT5402—both COSC-certified with 70-hours of power reserve and a silicon hairspring. There’s nothing flashy about these calibres, not that you can see it, but that’s consistent with what the Ranger is meant to be: a straightforward watch you can trust to run well without thinking about it.

For newer Tudor buyers, it’s also worth noting that the Ranger undercuts the brand’s dive watches, chronographs, and GMTs while offering the same core movement architecture and overall build quality. It’s not the lowest-priced Tudor per se, but it’s arguably the best entry point into the brand.

A Lineup That Feels Complete

With the arrival of the 36mm case size and the Dune-white dial, the modern Ranger lineup is more rounded than ever. The 39mm stays right where it belongs, the 36mm opens the door to more people and reconnects the watch to its earlier proportions, and the new dial color adds interest without losing the identity of the watch.

Releasing this update right before the holidays was a smart move. These watches should be widely available, and they make compelling options for first-time Tudor buyers or anyone looking for a simple, durable everyday watch. The Ranger has always been one of Tudor’s most honest designs. Now it just comes in more configurations that make sense.