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Liberty 458 - Luxury liveaboard cruiser

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Review of Liberty 458

Basic specs..

The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season.

The Liberty 458 is equipped with a long keel. A full keel provide a better directional stability than a similar boat with a fin keel; on the other hand, better directional stability means also that the boat is more difficult to handle in a harbour with less space.

The boat can only enter major marinas as the draft is about 1.92 - 2.02 meter (6.30 - 6.60 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

The boat is typically equipped with an inboard Ford Lehman diesel engine at 90 hp (67 kW).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 8.5 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Liberty 458 is about 323 kg/cm, alternatively 1810 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 323 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 1810 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

What is a Ballast Ratio?

Maintenance

When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 36m 2 (387 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.

Are your sails worn out? You might find your next sail here: Sails for Sale

If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.

UsageLengthDiameter
Mainsail halyard 36.8 m(120.7 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)
Jib/genoa halyard36.8 m(120.7 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)
Spinnaker halyard36.8 m(120.7 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)
Jib sheet 13.9 m(45.6 feet)16 mm(5/8 inch)
Genoa sheet13.9 m(45.6 feet)16 mm(5/8 inch)
Mainsheet 34.8 m(114.0 feet)16 mm(5/8 inch)
Spinnaker sheet30.6 m(100.3 feet)16 mm(5/8 inch)
Cunningham4.8 m(15.9 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)
Kickingstrap9.7 m(31.8 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)
Clew-outhaul9.7 m(31.8 feet)14 mm(0.55 inch)

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Liberty 458

The liberty 458 is a 45.8ft cutter designed by peter hoyt/d. peterson and built in fiberglass by shing fa boatbuilding co., ltd. since 1981., 31 units have been built..

The Liberty 458 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a bluewater cruising boat. The fuel capacity is good. There is an excellent water supply range.

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Main features

Model Liberty 458
Length 45.80 ft
Beam 12.92 ft
Draft 6.33 ft
Country Taiwan (Asia)
Estimated price $ 210000

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Sail area / displ. 15.06
Ballast / displ. 35.48 %
Displ. / length 210.97
Comfort ratio 37.80
Capsize 1.65
Hull type Monohull fin keel with rudder on skeg
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 40.33 ft
Maximum draft 6.33 ft
Displacement 31000 lbs
Ballast 11000 lbs
Hull speed 8.51 knots

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Rigging Cutter
Sail area (100%) 925 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 557.20 sq.ft
Sail area main 368 sq.ft
I 56 ft
J 19.90 ft
P 46 ft
E 16 ft
Nb engines 1
Total power 90 HP
Fuel capacity 165 gals

Accommodations

Water capacity 240 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

The aft cabin

Builder data

Builder Shing Fa Boatbuilding Co., Ltd.
Designer Peter Hoyt/D. Peterson
First built 1981
Last built 0 ??
Number built 31

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Parameter Spec
Length Overall 45' 8"
Length on waterline 40' 4"
Beam 40' 4"
Standard Draft 6'4"
Shoal Draft 5'10"
Displacement 30,500 lbs.
Ballast 11,000 lbs.
Tankage - Water, approx. 240 gallons
Tankage - Fuel, approx. 165 gallons
Sail Area (100%) 1,059 sq. ft.

Hand-laminated 24 oz. woven roving alternated with 1.5 oz. mat, producing 13 layers at the rail, 15 layers at the turn of the bilge and 17 layers at the keel. 5/8'' closed cell polyurethane foam added to inner skin covered by 2 layers of 1.5 oz. mat. All Bulkheads and floors are bonded to the hull.

Single unit hand-laminated 24 oz. woven roving alternated with 1.5 oz. mat. Balsa sandwich core construction. Non-skid surface molded in on housetop. Teak decks bedded in Thaikol or equal, using stainless steel self-tapping screws. The cockpit seats and coaming tops are flush-inlaid teak. 45# CQR-type anchor. Molded-in LPG tank storage locker, vented overboard.

Two piece internal iron, cast to minimum tolerances, imbedded and fiberglassed into reinforced hull sections.

Hand-laminated 24 oz. woven roving and 1.5 oz. mat tapered to 1/2'' at the trailing edge. Rudder shaft is 2'' solid stainless steel. Skeg fitted with cast bronze shoe. Teflon bushings at shoe and stuffing box.

Mast & Boom

U.S. aluminium extrusion, LPU painted. Tapered airfoil section aluminium spreaders. Boom has internal outhaul, ''jiffy' reefing and topping lift. Spreader lights are included.

Standing Rigging

U.S. Rigging, all 1 x 19 construction with swaged terminals and Merriman turnbuckles

Internal halyards furnished by Sparmaker.

Bronze, electrically bonded to ship's bonding system.

Deck Hardware

Double stainless steel bow and stern pulpits, with transom ladder, and double vinyl-coated lifelines. Gates, port and starboard, with 30'' stanchions. All blocks are from Schaefer. Nicro Fico roller bearing mainsheet traveler; two 8' genoa tracks and two 4' staysail tracks. Schaefer double turning blocks, triple sheave deck organizers and triple sheet stoppers. All deck hardware drilled and tapped into backing plates. Six custom bronze hawse fairleads with cleats. 12 opening ports, stainless steel boarding ladder, 6 dorades.

Custom-made stainless steel with double bronze rollers to fit 45# CQR-type or Bruce anchors with fast pins to secure anchor when stored.

Portlights, Hatches & Ventilation

12 bronze self-draining 7'' x 18'' opening ports with screens plus four large fixed windows with bronze exterior frames and teak interior frames, 5 aluminium opening hatches, 3 large 24'' x 24'' and 2 small 12'' x 18'', 6 SS dorade ventilators with bug screens. All portholes and hatches are opening.

Standard working sails consist of the mainsail with two rows of reef points, 120% genoa and staysail. White mainsail boom cover.

Lewmar self-tailing chrome-bronze winches. Two 10'' lock-in handles

Parameter Spec
Genoa Sheet Outhaul 2 #52 S.T.
Staysail Sheet 2 #40 S.T.
Mainsheet 1 # 43 S.T.
Housetop Variable 1 #40 S.T.
Jib Halyard 1 #40
Main Halyard 1 #40
Staysail Halyard 1 #40
Reefing 1 #40
Outhaul 1 #7

Electrical System

Two heavy duty, 110 amp,12V marine batteries with master battery switch, Ocean Industries electrical panel for both 12V DC and 110V AC systems, four meters, battery condition meter and reverse polarity lamp, all circuits on circuit breakers plus provisions for additional breakers. Numerous custom brass bulkhead reading lights plus overhead dome lights. 30 amp shore connector for 110V AC system. 110V AC outlets throughout the yacht. Anchor and running light on the mast plus running lights on the bow and stern pulpits. Red courtesy night lights in aft cabin, galley, salon, forward stateroom and forward WC.

Plumbing System

PAR pressure water pump and PAR shower sump pump with auto-switches. Marine head with holding tank. Pressure hot and cold water in the galley and in the WCs. Manual fresh water and salt water foot pumps in galley. Deep double stainless steel sink in the galley with single lever faucet. 110V AC hot water heater plus heat exchanger for hot water from engine cooling system. All hot water is plumbed through copper pipes and all cold water through Nylon-reinforced vinyl wall tubing.

Steering System

Pedestal steering system with white pedestal, 36'' teak rimmed destroyer steering wheel, engine controls mounted on pedestal. Hydraulic steering and stainless steel pedestal guard. Emergency steering tiller also provided.

Ford Lehman 90 H.P., 4-cylinder diesel engine, freshwater cooled with Borg Warner 2:1 reduction gear. Deluxe instrument panel with engine alarm system, built-in wetlift exhaust system. Morse engine throttle and engine shift control cables. Tree-blade propeller, 20'' x 14''. Separate Racor fuel filter separator.

Teak and "holly" cabinsole. All interior bulkheads covered with solid teak vertical staving. All ceilings covered with solid horizontal teak battens. Marble countertops in the galley and the heads. Customer-selected cloth-covered 4'' foam cushions. Salon table and chart table are teak. Five coats of polyurethane varnish, hand rubbed on all surfaces.

Stove compartment stainless steel lined. 8 cubic ft. of divided refrigerator/freezer with Lexan shelves and double door toploading as well as front access. Urethane foam insulation 3'' thick. Cutting board with inlaid plastic, large drawers and storage lockers. Microwave cabinet - out of "traffic".

The following schematics are taken from the original brochure. Rigging Plan includes roller furling foresails, with all lines led aft to self tailing winches. The deck plan features the uncluttered walking and lounging space needed for comfort and safety. The interior floorplan is well thought out and versatile. Some Liberty 458 differ from the plan shown in that the port side salon is designed with one long settee and end table cabinet instead of the two chairs shown here.

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Liberty 458

“Just two days ago, we were sailing from Bora Bora to Suwarrow Atoll in 10-12 foot following seas with only a double reefed main up. We hit speeds of over 12 knots as we went up and down in the swells.

…All the time, James kept us right on course.”

From: Bill & Tracy Hudson Sent: August-17-11 To: Will Curry Subject: Our thanks

As graduates of the class of 2011’s Pacific Puddle Jump, we just want to say thanks for making such a great product. Our Hydrovane (James) steered us across the Pacific logging in close to 5000 miles since we left La Cruz, Mexico back in April of this year. We don’t know what we would have done without him.

When we arrived in Nuka Hiva, we were told that many of the boats that had arrived already had experienced trouble with their auto pilots (the old fashioned electric types).

Ours had behaved like a champ in all kinds of weather and under numerous sail configurations. As much of the way was downwind sailing, our spinnaker was used quite a bit and James was more than up to the task.

Just two days ago, we were sailing from Bora Bora to Suwarrow Atoll in 10-12 foot following seas with only a double reefed main up. We hit speeds of over 12 knots as we went up and down in the swells. One minute we were on the top and then sliding down the face at breakneck speeds. All the time, James kept us right on course. We might veer a bit, but he would put us right back on the course we needed to get here.

I know you have heard this from other sailors, but we just wanted to say thank you for making a great piece of engineering.

Bill & Tracy Hudson SV Zephyr Suwarrow Atoll

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“Delphinia” is ready to take you away! Cruised from Hawaii across the Pacific, through the Caribbean, and to her current location on the Florida East Coast by loving owners, this rare Liberty 458 has received the absolute best of care and attention. Her interior joinery is exquisite, she’s comfortable and roomy, and has ALL the upgrades you could want! Her owners describe her as one of the safest passagemakers ever built. Liberty Yachts were designed by renowned designer Peter Hoyt and built in the Sha Fin yard in Taiwan to robust standards. There aren’t many of these boats out there, and her comfort and seaworthiness are unsurpassed. This is one of the later models. Located in St. Augustine, FL, she is ready to go tomorrow!

Equipment: A rebuilt Perkins 4236 with under 2,500 hours since the rebuild (approx. 4,000 total) Engine room access from all sides Webasto diesel heater Marine air conditioning 2018 Isotherm refrigeration Synthetic teak decks 2 large staterooms each featuring a centerline queen berth Lovely 2010 Trinka dinghy Sidepower Bow Thruster Custom Arch Solar and Wind Raymarine ST60 Electronics Built-in Bauer dive compressor Raritan heads (PH2 forward and electric aft) Roller furling main, furler new 2018 Asymmetrical spinnaker 110% jib Simrad Autopilot 3 Blade Max Prop Honda 2000 generator Maxwell windless and great ground tackle including Rocna anchor Full equipment list available upon request! Make an appointment today to see this beautiful boat.

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Said to be An extended version of the PETERSON 44 hull design with a different deck and coach roof. Another version is the DELTA 46 from the same yard but with a different interior and originally intended for the European charter trade.

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45' LIBERTY 458 CUTTER

Fabulous & priced to sell.

Current Price: SOLD!

Located in San Diego, CA

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Engine/Fuel Type: Single diesel

YW# 1522-3641968

A change of life plan by very fussy owners have made this extensively upgraded and exceptionally well maintained  Hoyt & Doug Peterson designed Liberty 458 for sale at a fraction of replacement.  

PARTIAL LIST:  

NEW 2017 B & G Electronics Package $16,500

NEW 2018 Boom Furling and Main $18,500

NEW 2015 Teak decks replaced professionally with synthetic AMERITEK $20,000

NEW 2018 Electric Winches $4,500

NEW 2016 Standing rigging & Sta-Locks $8,500

and MORE!  

Extra-ordinary opportunity! Call, text, or email and view her for yourself today!

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  • Dimensions LOA: 45 ft 0 in Beam: 14 ft 11 in Maximum Draft: 3 ft 0 in Bridge Clearance: 15 ft 6 in
  • Engines Total Power: 440 HP Engine 1: Engine Brand: Hino Diesel by Toyota Year Built: 1987 Engine Model: EH700-T Serial number 2543 Engine Type: Inboard Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel Location: Starboard Engine Hours: 1445 Drive Type: Direct Drive Engine Power: 220 HP Engine 2: Engine Brand: Hino Diesel by Toyota Year Built: 1987 Engine Model: EH700-T Engine Type: Inboard Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel Location: Port Engine Hours: 1444 Drive Type: Direct Drive Engine Power: 220 HP Cruising Speed: 12 mph Maximum Speed: 15 mph
  • Tanks Fresh Water Tanks: (200 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: (500 Gallons) Holding Tanks: (48 Gallons)
  • Accomodations Number of double berths: 5 Number of cabins: 3 Number of heads: 2
  • Electronics TV set Navigation center Repeater(s) VHF Depthsounder CD player Compass DVD player GPS Plotter Radar
  • Inside Equipment Deep freezer Hot water Heating Microwave oven Refrigerator Electric head Battery charger
  • Electrical Equipment Generator Inverter Shore power inlet Electrical Circuit: 12V
  • Outside Equipment/Extras Tender Davits Electric windlass
  • Covers Bimini Top
  • Pilothouse Port & Starboard side doors Opening windows port and starboard Raised L shaped seating area with table Newer Garmin 4212 with radar, chart plotter & autopilot Newer Icom M602 VHF radio Matrix 97 depth sounder Security cameras for the engine room, stern & salon with milt display Microcommander electronic engine controls Gooseneck panel lighting Custom lighting Waste tank monitoring system
  • Galley Teak & holly flooring Opening window with screen Refrigerator freezer 12/V110V Custom stainless steel countertops & backsplash Princess 3 burner stove with oven Double stainless steel sink Trash compactor New microwave in 2015
  • Master Stateroom Queen-sized centerline pedestal berth Custom memory foam TV with DVD Stereo Built-in heater 2 overhead hatches with screens 3 ports with screens Custom overhead lighting 4 storage drawers under the pedestal bed 2 hanging lockers Carpeting
  • Ensuite Master Head Ensuite to Master Stall shower with full tub Vacuflush freshwater toilet Custom lighting 12V fan Vanity-lit mirror Opening port with screen
  • Office/Third Stateroom Can open up to master stateroom as an office space or can be closed off for use as 3rd stateroom flip top desk with ample room for office equipment Sofa converts to over/under bunks Desk Opening portlights with screens New Carpeting
  • Hull & Structure Keel & bottom: Molded fiberglass construction, coring unknown, modified v with shallow keel and rounded chine, propeller pockets, anti-fouling paint Topsides & transom: Molded fiberglass construction, coring unknown, off white gelcoat finish with a blue boot stripe Decks & superstructure: Molded fiberglass construction, coring unknown, off white gelcoat finish, black and gold gunnel sides, black and gold upper accent stripes, molded pattern nonskid decks Deck hardware: Stainless steel safety bow rail with lower lifeline, stainless steel grab rails, two aluminum framed deck hatches, teak bow pulpit with anchor roller, docking cleats Longitudinals/stringers: Fiberglass stringer system Athwartships/bulkheads/frames: Plywood bulkheads Layout/interior components: The vessel is boarded into the cockpit via swim platform and transom door. Salon entry is through a cockpit sliding door companionway and arranged with L shaped dinette port followed by the galley and two chairs with coffee table starboard. The pilothouse is stepped up from the salon and arranged with helm center and bench settee aft to port. Berths are forward and down with master berth forward and convertible Pullman style berth/study port aft and guest berth port. Guest head with shower is starboard followed by the master stateroom head with shower. Flybridge is accessed by pilothouse stairs or cockpit ladder and arranged with helm center forward, L shaped settee port and bench style settee starboard. Bilge: Holding minimal standing water
  • Machine Systems Main engines: Hino, model EH700-T, hours on meters; p – 1445 and s – 1444 Engine application: Diesel, six-cylinder, freshwater cooled inboards, 220 horsepower Serial Numbers: s – 2543 External/peripherals: 12-volt alternators, raw water pumps Engine controls: Electronic with worn drive push/pull cable Exhaust systems: Wet system, flexible hose, fiberglass mufflers, stern discharge Propulsion: Four blade bronze propellers 22 X 19, single bronze strut, approximate 1.5” stainless steel propeller shafts, bronze flax packing seals Steering system: Bronze spade rudders, bronze flax packing ports, hydraulic control Ventilation: Forced air and natural Generator: NEW Northern Lights 5KW 2018 Through hulls & components: Bronze through hulls with bronze ball valves Seawater systems: Reinforced flexible hose, hose clamp connections Bilge pumps: Four electric/automatic
  • Tankage Fuel: *500 gallon capacity in two aluminum tanks forward of engines Fill & vent: Not accessed Feed and return: U.S.C.G. approved type A1 flexible hose, in-line water separator/filters, forward engine room located tank selector/shut off valves Water: *200 gallon capacity in one plastic and one aluminum tank located below v-berth Holding: *35 gallon capacity in one plastic tank located within compartment port of forward companionway stairs
  • Electrical Systems AC system: Two 50 amp 125 volt and one 30 amp 125 volt inlet starboard side, 120 volt service DC system: Four six volt wet cell, two 8D wet cell and one group 27 wet cell 12 volt batteries, 12 volt service, disconnect switches Wiring: Multi strand wire, crimp connections Circuit protection: Main and branch AC circuit breakers at pilothouse distribution panel, DC main circuit breakers and battery switches starboard aft salon cabinet, branch circuit breakers at pilothouse distribution panel and helm
  • Disclaimer The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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1984 LIBERTY 458 BLUEWATER CRUISING CUTTER

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: US$130,000
Location: La Salle, Michigan,
Length: 46ft
Beam: 12' 11"
: 6' 4"



The Liberty 458 is recognized as one of the finest cruising sailing yachts ever built. They were designed by Doug who designed many great cruising and built in the Shin Fa boatyard where structural integrity and craftsmanship were key goals and when graceful lines and structural integrity were standard in better quality .

In today's building world of plastic and more plastic, it is a pleasure to offer such a vessel as this sailing, cruising platform. Liberty is built by Shin Fa in , a respected of the times, not so long ago. If you love boats, you will surely agree with the warm polished , – sumptuous amenities including cabinets for libations, romantic , and all the elegance of times almost gone, but not yet gone!

The boasts extensive use of hand rubbed , recently refinished teak and holly sole, warm , strategically placed prisms for natural light, recently refinished and recently re-caulked teak decks. All of the bulkheads are covered with solid teak vertical staving. All ceilings as well as the hullsides have solid horizontal teak battens. There are marble counter tops in the heads. Turned solid teak banisters and thick handrails on either side of the steps give you the first indication of what you are about to enter.

is comfortable with excessive amounts of throughout the vessel, a very useable sea that boasts marble countertops a refrigerator/freezer and three burner range and . The huge aft stateroom has magnificent , a raised queen with memory foam mattress and a with . Opening starboard and port create excellent ventilation. The gorgeous cabinetry abounds with a full length hanging locker, drawers and great storage everywhere.
We are pleased to present this very well kept and upgraded yacht to those who seek quality and seaworthiness.

Australis features a highly livable interior that works well for long term passagemaking or . The aft stateroom is one of the best we've seen in a boat this size. It features a fore and aft queen, huge vented hanging lockers, shelves, cabinets, and drawers. There is an ensuite with and marble counters. The aft stateroom (with new memory foam mattress- 2009) is separated from the rest of the boat by the pass-thru where you find the nav station and room access inboard along as well as the . A workbench with drawers is in the pass-thru and is a great place for boat projects.

The adjoins the but is out of the way of foot traffic. Natural light gives the area a light airy feel.
Forward of the is a guest stateroom that is very private with a second head forward.

The auto pilot is a Com Nav Commander that was installed new in 2006.
A significant upgrade was performed in 2006. High quality components were chosen and the system is well proven.



Dimensions : 45 ft 8 in
Beam: 12 ft 11 in
LWL: 40 ft 4 in
Maximum : 6 ft 4 in
: 30500 lbs
Ballast: 11000 lbs
Brand:
Engine(s) Total : 85 HP
Engine Model: 4-236
Engine Type: Inboard
Cruising Speed: 8 knots
Engine Hours: 2850


Fresh : (240 Gallons)
: (165 Gallons)
Holding Tanks: 50 gallon forward head/ 23 gallon aft head



Australis features a highly livable interior that works well for long term passagemaking or living aboard. The aft stateroom is one of the best we've seen in a boat this size. It features a fore and aft queen, huge vented hanging lockers, shelves, cabinets, and drawers. There is an ensuite head with shower and marble counters. The aft stateroom (with new memory foam mattress- 2009) is separated from the rest of the boat by the pass-thru where you find the nav station and engine room access inboard along as well as the electrical . A workbench with drawers is in the pass-thru and is a great place for boat projects.

The galley adjoins the saloon but is out of the way of foot traffic. Natural light gives the area a light airy feel.

An Espar furnace supplies heat for the entire . Rebuilt with new fan 2014. The saloon has .
Forward of the saloon is a the guest stateroom that is very private with a second head forward.

The forward head was replaced 2016. Aft head 2010. All of the sanitation hoses have been replaced (2010).
Teak and Holly Soles refinished in 2010


Australis has a very usable and comfortable galley. The marble counter tops are lovely and the deep stainless sinks will be appreciated by all. A Seagull filter, effective against bacteria, has been installed to make the clean and safe.

• Top and front loading with New in 2004
• Custom that may be fitted under settee with new in 2008
• Force 10 3 burner
• New microwave in 2008
• Double sinks
• Foot pumps new 2015
• Water new in 2017


The Strong Track system makes hoisting, dousing, and reefing the a breeze. The owner has been sailing with the for the most part, so the staysail stay is stored below. Lines are neatly led aft for easy handling from the .

• Full batten loose foot (cleaned and serviced 2015)
• 135% (cleaned and serviced 2015)
• Inner forestay for Staysail on boat not rigged
• Staysail
• 110% Genoa on furler- Cleaned April 2011
• Genoa, and new in 2007
•
• Tides Strong Track (2006)
• Selden Furlex
• Forespar telescoping whisker pole
• Lines neatly led aft to


Australis is powered by a reliable fresh water cooled 4-236 with 2621 hours. 500 filters were installed in 2007 as part of the preparation to south. There is separate custom refrigerator installed under a settee.
• Perkins 4-236
• Velvet Drive 2.1:1
• 20x15 inch prop
• Fresh water cooled
• Hydraulic steering/ rebuilt 2008
• 1.5 inch stainless prop shaft


Aire added in 2006/16,000 BTU
The auto pilot is a Com Nav Commander that was installed new in 2006.
• 502 w/ Command mic at 2006
• Com Nav Commander Auto Pilot (new 2006)
• 3006C (2006)
• 6"
• Interphase sonar
• Electronic to Ensenada and
• Jensen 200W AM/FM/CD w/cockpit & speakers


High quality components were chosen for a major electrical upgrade in 2006.
• 4 x 6v house 940A (new Sept 2016)
• 5 x 15w mounted on aft arch.
• Xantrex Link 2000
• 150A w/ twin belts (new 2014)
• : KISS High Output with cutout converter and diverter (New 2006)
• LED lighting throughout interior
• 2 12v starter (new Sept 2015)
• Hersee Cole switches
• SMART REG: Max Charge Digital.
• Charles 60 amp multi bank/ Xantrex 1800w w/ GFCI (new 2011)
• 12v & 110v 30 amp
• Dockside

and Deck
Australis was built by the well regarded Shin Fa yard. The decks are uncluttered and the ground tackle arrangements are well thought out. was serviced in 2016 and is in excellent shape. Teak gunnels and rubbing strake were refinished in 2016.

• 66lb Bruce w/ 350' 3/8 chain
• 3 piece 35lb Danforth/ 150 ft
• Davit (2)
• Davit and outboard mount on starboard aft pulpit
• and gates
• pulpits
•
• Custom Arch added 2009 with removeable
• 12ft
• Bosuns Chair
• Swim and boarding ladders
• Cockpit rails
• New genniker
• Gas BBQ


• Full cover (new 2015)
• Full cockpit enclosure
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• Mainsail cover
• covers
• Closed cell cockpit
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• covers
• Sheet Bags
• Handrail covers
• Dorade covers    

   

   

 
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