New and Used Boat Co Derby | |
Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6DW, UK | |
Contact: | New and Used Boat Co |
Telephone: | Reveal Telephone Number |
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£64,950 | | |
Status: | Price Reduced |
Location: |
Mercia Marina, Willington Derbyshire UK [View Map] |
Reference: | Tasmania |
Tasmania is a 1908 FMC horse-drawn boat originally converted by Malcolm Braine and retaining its beautiful iron Josher bow.
Since then renowned boat builders, Keith Ball, and Simon Wain have both worked on her, bringing the boat to its present 60' and fitting a professionally rebuilt Lister HRW2.
In 2018 a new Boatman's cabin was fitted by Dave Harris and beautifully decorated by Meg Gregory.
From the Stern: Traditional Boatman's cabin.
Engine room with Lister HRW2 & Blackstone Gearbox.
2nd Double cabin with fixed double bed.
Main Double Bedroom with storage drawers, wardrobe and 2 double exterior doors.
Walkthrough Bathroom, shower, hand basin and Porta Potti.
Galley with Heritage Diesel Range cooker / hot water / central heating.
Saloon has 2 long bench seats that convert to a further double berth, glazed doors and sliding hatch to bow with fitted seat lockers.
Comfortable light, warm vessel, ideal for cruising or live aboard.
Vessel name: | Tasmania |
Condition: | Very Well Presented and Maintained |
Vessel type: | Converted Historic Trad Narrowboat |
Designer: | Yarwoods |
Builder: | Yarwoods |
Make: | Yarwoods |
Model: | 60 Traditional |
Fit Out: | Dave Harris/Meg Gregory |
Constructed: | 1908 |
Berths: | 6 |
Cabins: | 3 |
Heads: | 1 |
No. of engines: | 1 |
Engine model: | Lister HRW2 |
Engine power: | 28 |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Drive type: | Shaft drive |
Length over all: | 60' |
Beam: | 6' 10" |
Maximum draft: | 2' 4" |
Hull material: | Steel |
Hull type: | Displacement |
Fuel capacity: | 622 Litres |
Water capacity: | 650 Litres |
From the Stern: Traditional Boatman's cabin.
Engine room with Lister HRW2 & Blackstone Gearbox.
2nd Double cabin with fixed double bed.
Main Double Bedroom with storage drawers, wardrobe and 2 double exterior doors.
Walkthrough Bathroom, shower, hand basin and Porta Potti.
Galley with Heritage Diesel Range cooker / hot water / central heating.
Saloon has 2 long bench seats that convert to a further double berth, glazed doors and sliding hatch to bow with fitted seat lockers.
Tasmania was originally built as a horse-drawn boat in 1908.
Malcolm Braine converted her to a 40ft Motor by adding a new rear end to the original beautiful iron Josher bow.
Since then Renowned boat builders Keith Ball and Simon Wain have both worked on her bringing the boat to its current 60ft length and fitting a professionally rebuilt Lister HRW2.
In 2018 a new Boatmans cabin was fitted by Dave Harris and beautifully decorated by Meg Gregory.
Heritage Diesel fired Aga that also provides hot water and central heating.
LG 240v Fridge.
Multi fuel stove in Boatman's Cabin.
Porta Potti cassette toilet.
Lister HRW2 Twin Cylinder 28hp Diesel with Blackstone Manual Gearbox and Single Alternator.
Mid mounted in engine room with traditional Speedwheel and Puh/Pull controls.
Last Serviced May 2023.
3 Domestic Batteries.
Inverter.
Sterling 50a Pro Charge Ultra Battery Charger.
2 Solar Panels with Victron MPPT controller.
Boat Safety Expires 07/10/2023
The details contained herein are believed to be accurate, but cannot be guaranteed. They are not intended to, and do not form any
part of any current or future contract. Prospective purchasers are advised to have an independent survey carried out to satisfy
themselves as to the condition and specification of the vessel. No guarantee is given or implied in respect of age, specification,
condition, suitability for a particular purpose or legal title.
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.