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
Osborne Ex-Police Boat
- Boat REF# · 272175
- Length · 30'0"
- Year · 1942
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Semi-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x diesel 60hp, Mermaid ()
- Lying · West London
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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
| Builder | William Osbourne |
|---|---|
| Lying | West London |
| Last survey | 01/01/2016 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 60hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Mermaid () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Direct |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 12 knots |
Dimensions
| Length | 30'0" |
|---|---|
| Beam | 8'2" |
| Draft Max | 2'6" |
| Airdraft | 5'9" |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Semi-Displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Teak double diagonal hull with oak timbers
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Sink | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Vac flush) |
2 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Drapes | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system |
2 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Cockpit cover | |
|---|---|
| Tonneau cover | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders |
Manual windlass
1 anchors
(Danforth)
Nav Equipment
| VHF DSC radio | |
|---|---|
| Navigation lights |
Safety Equipment
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 electric)
Broker's Comments
A rare example of a 1940s police launch, one of only eight made. This particular boat escorted the Havengore as she carried Winston Churchill's coffin down the Thames.
The vessel is propelled by a powerful 60hp Mermaid engine, now only required to gently glide the craft smoothly along the Thames.
An open centre cockpit provides a comfortable area to watch the scenery slip past, with accommodation to sleep four and a galley to prepare tea and light meals.
The boat has been maintained by the local boatbuilder and is presented in remarkably good condition.
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
Why are you selling her?
Change of circumstances
Where have you sailed her?
Thames
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