MFV 53
Live Aboard, Gardner Engine
- Boat REF# · 274554
- Length · 53'0"
- Year · 1967
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Full-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x diesel 0hp, Gardner 63LB (with keel cooler) ()
- Lying · Plymouth, Devon, UK (Viewing by appointment only)
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Extra Details
| Designer | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Builder | Unknown |
| Lying | Plymouth, Devon, UK (Viewing by appointment only) |
| Fuel capacity | 484.0 USG Total - 3 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 44.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Last survey | 21/04/2007 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 0hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Gardner 63LB (with keel cooler) () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 4 blade fixed |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 8 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 10 knots |
| Generator output | 4KVA |
Victron Battery Charger 24V
Mastervolt Battery Indicator
240 Volt AC fitted with circuit breaker
Inverter 3kw
Onan Generator 4kva + standby Lister Engine with 24v alternator
Dimensions
| Length | 53'0" |
|---|---|
| Beam | 17'0" |
| Draft Min | 8'0" |
| Draft Max | 8'0" |
| Displacement | 110,250.0lbs |
| Headroom | 6'0" |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
24 volt battery, 7 batteries charged by: shore power, generator
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-Displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Fresh water tank capacity approximate
Oak frames and keel
Planking - mainly oak with some pine
Holding tank pipework in place ready for a holding tank
Over the last 10 years, the current owners have (i) regularly painted the exterior & (ii) added 2 new planks aft port side
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Sink | 2 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 2 heads |
Generous headroom
Fwd heads electric, aft heads sea toilet
Hot and cold water throughout
Since 2010, the current owners have (i) serviced & replaced the gas cooker lines (ii) serviced the toilet (iii) replaced and serviced the main water pump (iv) serviced the central heating system (v) installed a new hot water cylinder, a new immersion heater & new safety valves.
Airing Cupboard
3 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Carpet | |
| Drapes | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Fresh water wash | |
| Cockpit shower | |
| Non-Smokers |
Generous headroom
Fwd heads electric, aft heads sea toilet
Hot and cold water throughout
Since 2010, the current owners have (i) serviced & replaced the gas cooker lines (ii) serviced the toilet (iii) replaced and serviced the main water pump (iv) serviced the central heating system (v) installed a new hot water cylinder, a new immersion heater & new safety valves.
Airing Cupboard
3 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Rode | |
|---|---|
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Davits | |
| Swim Ladder |
windlass
1 anchors
(Bruce)
Rope swim ladder
Electric winch for use with davits
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| VHF | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Depth sounder | |
| Radar Reflector |
Garmin GPS 65
Plastimo Compass
Autohelm Depth
ICOM IC-M56 VHF
Navman VHF 7100
Walker Speed
Wagner Mk 4 Autopilot Self Steering Gear
Vetus Rudder Indicator
Ratheon Radar and Radar Reflector currently not fitted
Safety Equipment
| Fume detector | |
|---|---|
| Life jackets | |
| Life buoys | |
| Searchlight | |
| Horn | |
| Swim ladder | |
| Emergency steering |
3 bilge pumps (1 manual / 2 electric)
Rope boarding ladder
Broker's Comments
Once a busy fishing boat in the Bay of Biscay, this ex French fishing vessel has been tastefully converted to provide a wonderful home. Fully restored back in 1993, the current owners have lived happily on board for the past 12 years.
Powered by a 6 cylinder Gardner engine, and capable of cruising at 8 knots should you wish to move her, she currently sits semi-retired on a tranquil berth in picturesque Cornwall. As you can see, she's well maintained and loved.
Well equipped to provide a comfortable living environment with red diesel fuelled central heating system, hot / cold water and good headroom throughout, this cozy cottage of a boat has two double berth cabins, (the aft en-suite), a separate well equipped galley, a heads compartment with a sink and stand up / sit down shower cubicle and two reception areas. There’s a private book lined saloon below or an open, light, spacious wheelhouse above with plenty of nautical character, a double helm seat with large nav table and cracking view beyond. Ideal for reading the Sunday papers whilst keeping an eye out for passing wildlife or other interesting boats and people.
There is also plenty of room on deck for storage, high bulwarks offering safety and side gates for easy access to and from the shore.
If you're looking to get out to the country, to your own safe space and feel at one with the natural environment, be it part time or full time, look no further.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.