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Nelson 42 Aft Cabin

Arch lowers for canal cruising
£79,950.00 (Approx US$102,523)
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  • Boat REF#  ·  335447
  • LOA  ·  40'0"
  • Year  ·  1976
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  semi-displacement
  • Berths  ·  6
  • Engine  ·  2 x Diesel 250hp, Mermaid Monarch (2004)
  • Lying  ·  Isle of Wight
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Corinne Gillard
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Nelson 42 Aft Cabin
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Extra Details

Designer John Askham
Builder Halmatic/Guernsey Boatbuilding Company
Lying Isle of Wight
Fuel capacity 380.0 G Total - 4 Tanks
Water capacity 88.0 G Total - 1 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 11.0 G Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 17/08/2023

Mechanical

Engine 2 x Diesel 250hp
Engine make and model Mermaid Monarch (2004)
Engine Hours engine1= 1500
engine2= 1500
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 3 blade fixed
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 12 knots
Max speed (approx) 18 knots
Generator output 3.8KVA
Generator Hours 220
Engine spares

Engine hours approximate - will verify
Last major service 2022
New generator battery 2024

Dimensions

LOA 40'0"
LWL 38'1"
Beam 12'0"
Draft Max 3'7"
Airdraft 12'0"
Displacement 27,121.5lbs
Headroom 6'2"
Storage In water

Electrical Systems

12 / 24 volt battery, 240 volt generator, 240 shore power voltage, 5 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile semi-displacement
Finish Paint finish

Skin fittings replaced 2023

Accommodation

Total # of berths 6
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 4
Cabin(s) 3
Handbasin 2
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

Heads - aft head Jabsco quiet flush electric unit with macerator, forward Jabsco manual
Upholstery and headlinings recently replaced
Fresh water system replaced

2 burner gas cooker/stove

Additional Information

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Carpet
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

Heads - aft head Jabsco quiet flush electric unit with macerator, forward Jabsco manual
Upholstery and headlinings recently replaced
Fresh water system replaced

2 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Spray dodgers
Cockpit cover
Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Swim Platform
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers

Electric Lofrans Cayman windlass (with remote control)
1 anchors
(CQR)
196'10" of chain
dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
3.3hp outboard, Suzuki ()

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
Radar
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Barometer
Navigation lights
Echo sounder

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Life buoys
Horn
Boarding ladder

5 bilge pumps (1 manual / 4 Electric)

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Broker's Comments

Nelson's are famous the world over. Built in the UK, the first designs were timber in the 1960s and, as early innovators using GRP, they became known for their excellent build quality. Although well suited for pleasure cruising they are still found working as pilot boats or police and customs launches - they were absolutely built to go to sea!

The Nelson 42 is an adaptation of the commercially popular Nelson 40 hull, fuller and higher forward sections make for a drier ride and this particular deck layout makes her a great for coastal cruising. Although famed for their seaworthy qualities the relatively narrow beam and low airdraft (with purpose-designed lowering arch) makes her ideal for canal and river cruising too.

On deck she feels extremely safe and secure, there's lots of working space and the large aft deck is ideal for sitting out and enjoying the sun. Below she is clean and fresh and well presented. In typical Nelson style they have made the maximum use of space, an upper and lower saloon, two heads and showers and a well equipped galley lends her well for long term cruising or as a liveaboard.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

1 year

Why are you selling her?

Change of circumstances

Where have you sailed her?

North Sea to Solent then locally

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