FormerlyHemlock
Hero
The Ranger's core ability really should be archery (inc. crossbows). Ranged, nonmagical combat is an area that no other class truly specializes in. You CAN make a fighter do that, but it's not really a fighter "thing".
On the contrary, it is the 5E fighter's primary thing. Barbearians and paladins are better in melee, fighters excel at range.