- Cruising Speed: 40 kn
- Maximum Speed: 50 kn
- Beam: 11' 0''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Displacement: 33,000 lb
- Fuel Tank: 1 x 500|gallon
- Fresh Water: 1 x 80|gallon
- Holding: 1 x 40|gallon
- Cabins: 1
- Heads: 1
"Live the Legend '' Hallett is a one of a kind custom 540 that was originally built by a boating enthusiast designed by Hallett and Michael Peters. The current owner has only improved the platform with performance and updated exterior soft goods. There was no expense spared at the build and the current owner has an open checkbook policy. This unique west coast build along with the Hallett name makes this 540 Custom a must have to anyone's collection and a new owner to own this legendary build.
With a twin-stepped bottom designed by naval architect Michael Peters along with Hallett and powered by twin custom 700 hp Detroit Diesel 60 series engines mated to Arneson surface drives swinging 23-by-35-inch, seven-bladed Rolla propellers gives this 540 Performance and styling that is always commanding attention.
Listed by International Yacht Corporation - CaliforniaTHIS BOAT IS SUBJECT TO AN EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT WITH INTERNATIONAL YACHT CORPORATION - CALIFORNIA 619-265-6906 AND IS NOT OFFERED FOR SALE BY DENISON YACHTING. Denison Yachting is merely providing this information in an effort to represent you as a buyer in the purchase of this vessel.
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Originally built for the Herbst family in their trademark iconic red paint, Little Terrible had no expense spared when built. The Hallett 540 has two critical design elements.
First is the twin stepped bottom giving a level ride and smooth performance.
Second are the Arneson surface piercing drives with the engines, fuel tanks at the lowest portion of the hull, giving a low center of gravity.
This custom Hallett is a one of kind ride and performance. This unique performance express has the craftmanship of one of the most respected boat builders on the West Coast, with the Hallett name and the late Nick Barron.
The Hallett 540 hull is 2” thick balsa coring and 1” balsa coring in the hull sides. The engines are true to Herbst racing heritage with twin matching red 750 HP 60 Series Detroit Diesels with seven blades Rolla ss props, pushing her into the 47 knots range “comfortable” as the displacement is 27,000 lbs.
The current owner has updated the boat and enhanced some of the original concept, added new faux teak sole and light-colored interior that complements the red exterior.
There is no mistaking this iconic Hallett, turns heads with a one kind style the 540 features custom C-Fab ss arch with black radar and Sat dome, Custom red painted hull, Custom painted out engine bay, Custom built 60 series Detroit’s that are painted, chrome and polished to show condition
Single stateroom forward with island queen with innerspring mattress, cedar lined hanging locker and overhead cabinets, Head is aft with enclosed shower and vacuflush toilet, the salon has a comfortable red leather sofa to starboard, and to port a wet bar/entertainment center with a Avonite countertop, that separates two red leather chairs, the galley is port side aft.
The 540s cockpit lounge holds about 8, with a wet bar to port, sink and slide out trash can, the standup bolsters with manual dropout cushions with a single-person seat to port and double-capacity one at the helm to starboard, U-shaped guest seating to starboard and large sun pads aft. Faux teak sole and updated exterior seating, pads and cushions.
The Helm has DDEC controls/ monitors, select gauges, simulated carbon-fiber dash, Bluewater Performance mechanical trim indicators for tabs and drives. Custom ss Flag mast. Two Bimini tops fore and aft complete this custom Performance express cruiser.
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