The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Freeman 23

£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  261016
  • Length  ·  23'0"
  • Year  ·  1974
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Semi-Displacement
  • Sleeping berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x gasoline 35hp, Ford Watermota Crossflow series (1974)
  • Lying  ·  Horning
Boatshed Norfolk
Boatshed Norfolk

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer John Freeman
Builder John Freeman
Lying Horning
Fuel capacity 15.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 15.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x gasoline 35hp
Engine make and model Ford Watermota Crossflow series (1974)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Direct
Steering wheel
Drive shaft
Fuel consumption (approx) 0.4 USG /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 4 knots
Max speed (approx) 8 knots

Dimensions

Length 23'0"
LWL 22'2"
Beam 7'6"
Draft Min 1'8"
Draft Max 1'8"
Airdraft 7'1"
Displacement 3,715.4lbs
Headroom 5'10"
Storage In water

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Semi-Displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

Original gelcoat to hull and topsides, quality stainless fittings, a very original Freeman 23.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 2

4 berths is 2 cabins, separated by bi-fold door.

2 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Broiler
Oven
Sink
Carpet
Drapes
Pressurised water system
Hot water system

4 berths is 2 cabins, separated by bi-fold door.

2 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Cockpit cover
Tonneau cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Davits

1 anchors
(Mudweight)
23'0" of chain

Nav Equipment

Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights

Safety Equipment

Life buoys
Searchlight
Horn

2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 electric)

Current BSC expires November 2019

Broker's Comments

A lovely example of these popular broads cruisers, well maintained by current owners. The exterior is original gelcoat with a nice navy blue canopy in good condition. Powered by an economical Ford 'Sea Wolf' petrol engine.

Broads river tax has been paid until 1/4/2020 and boat safety certificate until November 2019.
Last antifouled in 2017, calorifier replaced 2017.

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

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