Berthon 55 TSDY
- Boat REF# · 235716
- Length · 58'1"
- Year · 1966
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Full-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 6
- Engine · 2 x diesel 94hp, Gardner 6LW (1966)
- Lying · Isle of Wight - Viewing by Appointment Only
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Extra Details
| Designer | AK Balfour |
|---|---|
| Builder | Berthon Boat Comapny |
| Lying | Isle of Wight - Viewing by Appointment Only |
| Fuel capacity | 572.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 308.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Last survey | 01/11/2013 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x diesel 94hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Gardner 6LW (1966) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 1100 engine2= 1100 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade bronze (Rope Cutters) |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 8 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 10.5 knots |
| Generator output | 13KVA |
| Engine spares |
|---|
Main engines serviced 02/2017 and prior 08/2014 by Gardner.
Naiad Stabilisers serviced 03/2017. See the video for how well these work!
Dimensions
| Length | 58'1" |
|---|---|
| LOD | 52'2" |
| LWL | 45'11" |
| Beam | 14'5" |
| Draft Max | 5'3" |
| Displacement | 56,448.0lbs |
| Headroom | 6'7" |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 4 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator 12/24 and 230v systems with 4 banks of batteries for main engine, genset, windlass and capstan (new 05/17) and house batteries (new 02/17)
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-Displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Built of Iroko on American Rock Elm with Teak decks and superstructure. Recent works include topsides re-painted July 2014 and sandblasted below waterline February 2017 (found to be 100% rot free) and prepared, primed and antifouled, re-varnished April 2017 above deck ready for the season
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 6 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 3 |
| Sink | 3 |
| Shower | 3 |
| Heads | 3 heads (Electric) |
During her winter yard period 2017 she has had some interior varnish, headlinings refitted, aft saloon windows replaced and the galley remodelled to increase storage and ease of use
4 burner Electric Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Sink | |
| Cooler | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Freezer | |
| Carpet | |
| Drapes | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Non-Smokers | |
| Microwave |
During her winter yard period 2017 she has had some interior varnish, headlinings refitted, aft saloon windows replaced and the galley remodelled to increase storage and ease of use
4 burner Electric Stove
Deck Gear
| Spray dodgers | |
|---|---|
| Bimini | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Davits | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers | |
| Passerelle | |
| Bow Thruster |
Electric Lofrans windlass (with remote control)
2 anchors
(Bruce and Danforth)
98'5" of chain
98'5" of rode
dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
New dodgers 2014 and new awning panel 2015
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| SSB | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Weather fax | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| Fish Finder | |
| Depth sounder | |
| Radar Reflector |
Port Aurora system for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device
Instruments include
Garmin 2010C Chartplotter
Raytheon Radar
Raymarine Dragonfly Depth/fish finder
ICOM MF (SSB) radio
ICOM VHF radio
Furuno Weather fax
Entertainment system includes Harmon/Kardon amplifier and Intellian i2 and Freesat system for on-board TV in port or under way
Safety Equipment
| Liferaft | |
|---|---|
| Life jackets | |
| Life buoys | |
| Searchlight | |
| Horn | |
| EPIRB 406MHz | |
| Swim ladder |
4 bilge pumps (1 manual / 3 electric)
Broker's Comments
Berthon Boat Company have been building yachts and boats since 1877 and since 1918 on the site of the former Lymington Shipyard, reputedly there since Roman times. A yard famous for America's Cup yachts (Lulworth was built here), dinghies, tugs, pilot boats amongst others, Berthon is a name always associated with quality and their historic build register reads like a 'who's who'!
And in 1966 they built this particular beauty. Reviewed soon after her launch and described as a boat with an 'indefinable air about her of one intended to go to sea', this is a rare example of a yacht which has always been cared for, from design and build right to present day ownership.
Her hull shape with its well flared bow gives her naturally good sea-keeping abilities and handling has been enhanced with a set of Naiad stabilisers for open water and a bow thruster to help in harbour. A remote controlled windlass and powered winches make short handed cruising a pleasure and so those lucky enough to be invited aboard as guests can truly relax on the aft deck and enjoy the experience.
Down below she feels luxurious yet to me unpretentious, something rarely achieved by modern yacht designers. Equally comfortable and practical both at sea and in port, she is very well equipped and has ample space storage for extended cruising or alternatively she would make a fine liveaboard.
I could go on all day! In summary this is a really stunning example of a classic motor yacht modernised thoughtfully to ensure she can be easily enjoyed whilst still retaining her class and her character.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.