Big Bud Yacht for Sale

Big Bud Yacht | 75' Custom 2002

Step aboard the epitome of luxury and adventure with the 2002 75ft Watson Expedition Motor Yacht. Crafted for thediscerning explorer, this vessel seamlessly blends elegance with rugged capability, offering an unparalleled experience onthe open seas. Picture yourself cruising through crystal-clear waters, guided by the power of a 260hp Cummins 14NMmain engine, whispering tales of distant shores. With a length of 75 feet, this luxurious Motor Yacht provides amplespace for you and your guests to indulge in the ultimate maritime escapade.The interior of the Watson Expedition Motor Yacht is a sanctuary of opulence, adorned with fine finishes and luxuriousamenities. From the spacious saloon, where panoramic views of the ocean abound, to the lavishly appointed cabins,every detail has been meticulously designed to ensure your comfort and relaxation. Venture out onto the expansive deckand feel the sun kiss your skin as you bask in the serenity of your surroundings. Whether you're dining alfresco under thestars or lounging inside, every moment aboard this yacht is a testament to the beauty of life at sea.But the true essence of the Watson Expedition Motor Yacht lies in its spirit of adventure. Equipped with state-of-the-artnavigation systems and a range of over 7,000 nautical miles, this vessel is ready to take you wherever your wanderlustleads. From exploring remote islands to embarking on epic oceanic crossings, the possibilities are endless with the 200275ft Watson Expedition Motor Yacht. This is not just any vessel, she’s a gateway to a world of discovery and excitement.Are you ready to set sail on the journey of a lifetime?

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Panama Yacht Broker.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.

Description:
Make & model: WATSON 72.
Vessel Name: Big Bud.
Type: Expedition Motor Yacht.
Year Built: 2002. Launched in December 2002
Refit / additions: 2005 / 2021.
Last slip: April 2024. Antifoul, anodes, survey. Vessel Works. Tauranga.
Vessel Constructed to Bureau Veritas. Maltese Cross E Yacht. Notation “Deep Sea” unrestricted ocean service.
Steel construction: Hull built by Shipco, Whangarei. Fitout by Pacific Motor Yachts.
Designed by Wally Watson. Naval Architect. 8mm BV approved steel plate on frames.
All ports have storm covers and can be dogged. Exterior doors to BV survey.
All glass to BV survey.
LOA: 22.6m
Beam: 6.75m
Draft 2.6 to 3.2 dependent on loading.
Fuel total litres, 43,000ltrs in 8 tanks. Fresh Water litres, 7000
Single point bunker system.
Extended cruising range to 7000nm.
Engine Make Main: 260hp Cummins 14NM
Engine Make Aux: 169hp Cummins 6BT
Dry exhaust. Keel cooled.
Twin shaft. Oil incased main shaft. Aux. Admiralty Pattern stuffing box. Chatfield Eng.
Engine hours. Main engine. 4,085 hours. Auxiliary engine. 424 hours. Genset. 4,158 hours.

Cruising speed: 9.8 knots at 1600rpm.
Genset output: 20 kva. Northern Lights. 30kva belt driven generators both main & aux.
Electronics Furuno. Wheelhouse. Furuno Navnet 1933L includes 24nm radar, plotter with C map, sounder, engine room
camera, GPS 30 back up to SC50. Link to sat compass.
Transas Pro navigation system as alternative on Hitachi LCD 15 screen run via shuttle computer with AIS interface and link
to sat compass.
Furuno 1942 /2 64 nm radar. Furuno. UAIS FA150 AIS. Type A. Furuno Sonar CH250 Colour off Hitachi screen switchable
with Transas. Furuno GPS 31 back up to SC50. Furuno SC50 Satellite compass interfaced. Furuno Auto Pilot. FAP300.
Furuno Weatherfax 207. Furuno SSB. FS1552. Furuno VHF Radio telephones x 2. ICOM Radio telephone on upper bridge.
Auto pilot control on upper bridge. Seematz Searchlight manual control from wheelhouse. Fire & Smoke monitoring
alarm system
Full engine, black / grey tankage, fuel, bilge alarm system.
Floscan metering system for current fuel usage and total fuel usage count.
Wheel, auto pilot & quick control lever steering.
Remote control for docking allows main engine, bow & stern thruster use from any deck position. Heavy displacement
vessel. Stays where you put her.
Engine room additional.
Westfalia centrifugal fuel separator with bilge tank reject collection.
2x watermakers. FCI Aquamiser & FCI Max Q . (Not presently operating. Require service) Sand filter in line with flushing
system for both watermakers. Max Q autoflush.
American Bow Thrusters. Bow 35 hp. Stern 30 hp.
TRAC Stabilisers Fin active type with auto locking.
Aqua Air chilled water air conditioning. (Not currently operating. Requires service) Aircon runs to all accommodation and
wheelhouse. Genset or generator run.
Engine Controls by Twin Disk.
House Batteries AGM 2 volt cells 1400 AH.
Mastervolt Chargers x 2. Mastervolt Inverters x 2. Vectron Inverter x 1.
24 volt & 220 volt fuel supply pumps. Fuel supply manifold.
220 volt bilge and fire pumps x 2
Bilge pumping manifold to all compartments.
Fresh air compression fan & ducting in stainless steel ramping on temperature.
220, 110, 24 & 12 volt switch panels. Hydraulic distribution board.
Work bench and tool / spare parts storage.
CO2-Powder engine room fire suppressant system. Servced-recharged May 2024.
Fire Extinguishers throughout vessel, serviced May 2024.
Lube Oil tank 250 lit. Bilge used oil tank. Fuel day tanks 900 lit.
Pump fuel up to day tanks every 24 hours on continuous running.
Separate black & grey water holding tanks with overboard or deck pump out.
Engines & Genset serviced by Kevin Duder of A1 Marine Services last few years.
Deck.
Muir Hydraulic anchor windlass. SGC2.
Fwd doghouse storage with Palfinger hyd controls mounted & anchor winch remote.
Foremast with crow’s nest carrying navigation lamps. SS rigging.
Anchors: Muir 135kg. 130m of 16mm galv test chain per side. Stainless test swivels.
Palfinger 3000 Marine hydraulic davit.
AB Oceanis centre console tender, fiberglass / inflatable, inbuilt fuel tank.
60HP Yamaha 4 stroke outboard. (Tender and outboard new 2023. Less than 5 hrs)
Storage lockers, central deck locker for sea anchor.
Sea Anchor with ropes, lines, chains for deployment over bow. 120m line.
Teak table on upper deck with teak folding chairs. Takes umbrella.
Webber BBQ. New 2023. Deck flood lights.
Gas bottle storage in teak box.
HAF 6 man SOLAS A. Packed to Solas B. New April 2024.

Small teak folding table lower deck with teak folding chairs.
Shore power leads in fwd deck hatch and aft transom hatch.
Petrol tank in aft boarding platform with fuel delivery pump and fuel hose to fill tender. 300 ltr capacity.
Satellite TV receiver dome. Intellian.
Bimini over upper seating area.
Soft bench squabs. Storage under. Air horn compressor under. Khalberg Air Horns.
Interior.
Galley.
Miele Electric Oven. Miele Gas cooktop 4 burner.
F&P Dish Drawer. Trash compactor. (Not operational. Used as trash receptacle)
Wastemaster. Motorized air extraction over oven.
Large built-in fridge/ freezer.
Domestic cooking equipment as viewed.
Plates, eating utensils, glasses as viewed.
Pantry.
Food storage shelving. Chest freezer built in. Lockable.
Laundry- Day head.
Bosch Washing machine. Bosch Dryer. Laundry tub. Separate dayhead.
Dyson Vac.
Master cabin.
Very large. Could be split.
King size bed. Office area. TV. Sound system. DVD player. AirCon.
Leather lounge. Motorized fresh air supply. Alarm repeat sounder.
Screen connect to Nav. Double wardrobe and numerous other storage areas.
Ensuite. Large shower with great pressure. Storage.
Head Royal flush. Large vanity. Anchor locker access behind wall mirror.
Escape hatch with fold down ladder.
Saloon.
CD & DVD Player. FM-AM Radio receiver. Amplifier. Large Television connected to Sat.
Bar area with Spirits cupboard, bar fridge - icemaker, sink.
Leather appointed salon seating, teak and burr dining table. Leather & stainless bar stools. Fold up barman's seat.
Coastal life jackets x 6 under lounge, grab bag, flares etc.
Aft Cabins.
Queen size bed stb. Tv. Needs updating. Aircon. Fresh air supply by motorized vent.
Double bed port. Tv. Needs updating. Aircon. Fresh air supply by motorized vent.
Single beds aft stb. Two single beds. Steering gear under cabinet. Aircon. Escape hatch.
Bathroom aft.
Basins x 2. A large shower with good pressure. Storage. Head. Royal flush.
Aft deck lazarette with engine room down flooding cylinders, auto stop for fuel and ventilation. Vented to upper deck.