Commitment Yacht for Sale | 49 Transpacific Marine Yachts Panama City, Panama

Commitment Boat | 49' Transpacific Marine 1986

Commitment is a 1986 Transpac 49 yacht with a rich history of adventure and meticulous care. Built in Taiwan and initially commissioned in San Diego, she spent two decades in Seattle's freshwater environment before returning to San Diego for extensive upgrades. This robust and elegantly designed yacht is cruise-ready, boasting 1280W of solar power, an 8 GPH watermaker, and a host of modern conveniences.

Her custom cockpit features a hard dodger with 6 ft standing room, seamlessly blending with her original design. Inside, you'll find spacious and luxurious accommodations, including a master Queen bed with ocean views through three pirate windows, two large heads, and a master shower stall heated by engine power. The living room's dropdown bed offers comfortable sailing and cozy movie nights, while the outside sun deck bed under the main mast is perfect for lounging.

Commitment has proven her reliability and seaworthiness, with comprehensive maintenance and upgrades ensuring her continued performance. From new rigging and electronics to upgraded power and solar systems, she is equipped for long voyages or luxurious coastal cruising. This yacht is ready for her next adventure, waiting for a new owner to appreciate her craftsmanship and heavy build, ideal for crossing oceans.

History of Excellence

Built in 1986: Crafted in Taiwan and commissioned in San Diego.

2001: Thrived in Seattle's freshwater for 20 years.

2020-2023: Extensively upgraded and sailed around California and Mexico.

2024: Sailed from Mexico to Panama, now ready for a new owner.

Exceptional Features

Sturdy and Sea-Kindly: Designed for smooth motion over waves.

Distinctive Design: Unique lines and robust craftsmanship.

Cruise-Ready: Equipped with 1280W solar power and an 8 GPH watermaker.

Custom Cockpit: Hard dodger with 6 ft standing room, blending with original design.

Spacious Interiors: Ample deck, cockpit, and cabin space for comfortable living.

Luxurious Accommodations: Master Queen bed with ocean views, two large heads, and a master shower heated by engine power.

Versatile Living Room: Dropdown bed for sailing comfort and movie nights.

Creature Comforts: Washer, dryer, electrical pumps, and custom Sunbrella cushions.

Outdoor Lounging: Sun deck bed under the main mast for perfect relaxation.

Extensive Upgrades and Maintenance

Rigging and Electronics: New standing and running rigging, B&G Vulcan 12, Halo 20 RADAR, and Simrad systems.

Hull and Deck: Sanded to bare hull, treated for blisters, and freshly painted.

Comfort and Efficiency: New foam and Sunbrella cushions, custom hard dodger, and ample spare parts inventory.

Power and Solar: Upgraded electrical system with 800Ah Li bank, Victron Multiplus inverter, and multiple solar panels.

Refrigeration and Cooking: Dual Seafrost compressors, Force 10 electric cooktop.

Mechanical Overhauls: New shaft, coupler, seals, rebuilt transmission, custom chainplates, and thorough servicing of all systems.

Safety and Navigation: New windlass, Mantus M1 anchor with 400ft chain, B&G weather instruments.

Ready to Sail?

Experience the unmatched quality and craftsmanship of Commitment. Contact us today to arrange a viewing and see why she's the perfect yacht for your sailing dreams.

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.

Vessel Information

Flagged: Canada
Lien: None
VAT: N/A

Yacht Specifications:

Brand: Saga
Model: Saga 43
Designer: Robert Perry
Year: 1998
Hull Material: Fiberglass

Dimensions

LOA: Length on Deck 43’-3”, LOA 46’-2”
LWL: 38’-11”
Beam: 12’-0”
Draft: 6’-5”
Bridge Clearance: 63’-6” (not including antennas, etc.)
Ballast: 7,400 lbs
Displacement: 21,000 lbs
Bridge deck clearance: ?

Engines

Engine(s): Single Yanmar diesel
Engine Model: 4JH2E
Engine Hours: 3,733 as of May 21, 2024
Engines HP: 51
Cruising Speed: 6 knots
Max Speed: 8 knots

Tanks

Fuel: 74 US gallons (total of two tanks)
Water: 133 US gallons (total of two tanks)
Holdings: 2 x 20 US gallons

Interior Layout and Amenities

Owner version: Pullman Berth with two heads
How many cabins: 3
How many can she sleep: 6
Type of flooring: Cherry and Holly
Interior finish: North American Cherry Wood
Salon couch and fabric: Ultra Leather
Salon table: Solid Wood
Head and showers: 2 heads, one with enclosed shower
Cabinets: Multiple wood cabinets throughout
Hanging lockers: 2 hanging lockers plus linen closet
Navigation station: Aft facing in main salon
Interior lighting: Overhead and spot LEDs
Water maker type and size: Schenker Zen 30, 12 volt, 30 liters/hr
Air conditioning type and total BTU size: Dometic 120 volt reverse cycle 16,000 BTU heating and cooling
Hot water heater brand and size: Hurricane Zephyr diesel hydronic heating system with on-demand hot water. Individual thermostats for three cabins and aft head.
Cabin fan type and number: (4) Hella multi-speed bulkhead mounted fans

Electronics

GPS type, model and size: Raymarine C95 multi-function display
Depth sounder model and size: Raymarine i50 Tridata instrument
Wind speed and direction model and size: Raymarine i60 Analog Wind and i60 Close Haul wind displays
Autopilot size and brand: Raymarine ACU 400 linear drive unit with EV1 heading sensor and P70 Pilot Controller
VHF Radio brand and model: Standard Horizon Explorer with Cockpit RAM 4 remote station
Satellite phone system: Iridium Satellite Phone
Single Side Band Radio model and year: ICOM IC-718 installed 2011
Radar brand and size and year: Raymarine RD218 18” Digital Radome
Chart plotter brand and size: Raymarine C95 multi-function display
Compass brand and size: 4” Ritchie, binnacle mounted, lighted magnetic compass

Mechanical & Electrical

Solar panel type and size of total watts: (4) 100-watt Renogy rigid panels mounted above bimini (new 2023)
Wind Generator type and size: Eclectic Energy D400
Shore power cord length and type: 50’ with SmartPlug + spare 50’ cable, both 30 amp
Charger system type: Heart Interface Freedom 10, 3-stage automatic 13.5 volts 50 amps
Alternator size and type: Electromaax 120 amp with serpentine belt (new 2024)
Electrical socket type and number: (10) AC duplex outlets throughout boat
Inverter model and size and year: Heart Interface Freedom 10 1000 amp inverter (original equipment)
Battery monitor system: Link 2000
Straight shaft brand: New 1¼” stainless steel prop shaft 2022

Galley

Type and size of refrigerator: 5.5 cu. ft. (approximate)
Type and size of freezer: 2.0 cu. ft. (approximate)
Sink size and type: Double Stainless Steel, each 13”x13”x7.5”
Saltwater pump: Whale foot pump in galley floor
Stove and number of burners: Force 10, 3-burner propane
Oven size and type: Force 10 oven 13”x17”x12” propane
Type of countertops: Corian

Sails and Rig

Mainsail type, size and age: North Sails Full Batten NPC Radian NorDac NDR 9.0, 46.7 sq m with three reefs. New in 2023
Jib type, size and age: North Sails Furling Genoa NPC Radian NorDac NDR 8.1, 61.8 sq m. New in 2023; North Sails Self Tacking Furling Jib NPC Cross-Cut NorDac ND94HA, 35.0 sq m. New in 2023
Genoa Furler type and size: Schaefer System 2100 for Genoa and Schaefer System 1100 for Jib
Mast type and height: Offshore Spars Aluminum keel stepped. Height is 63’-6”
Bowsprit type and length: 3’ bow pulpit with dual anchor rollers

On Deck

Winch sizes and brand: (2) Lewmar 58 in cockpit, (1) Lewmar 40 and one Lewmar Ocean Power OPI Electric on cabin top, (2) Lewmar 30 on mast. All are two-speed self tailing
Deck cleat sizes and brand: (2) 12” and (1) 8” on each side
Dinghy type, age and size: AB “like new” Lammina 9.5’ Aluminum Rigid Bottom Inflatable with removable dinghy wheels for surf landings
Dinghy engine type and horsepower: Yamaha 2-stroke 15 hp
Cockpit seating and table: 7’-9” long seats port & starboard plus seating with removable walk-through section at stern. Wood foldable drop-down table
Cockpit cushions: Cushions for all cockpit seating
Deck shower type: Retractable hose hot/cold fresh water with on/off and temperature control
Bimini design and type: Navy Blue Sunbrella dodger, bimini and see-through connector with covers for connector piece and for dodger, all new in 2023. Additional zip-on forward transparent side panels for spray protection and partial height sun shades that zip onto bimini
Traveler brand and type: Lewmar traveler on cabin top
Standing rigging size and type and age: 1x19 Stainless Steel Wire replaced in 2017
Running rigging type and size and age: Various sizes, types and ages of lines. Mainsheet and furling lines replaced in 2023
Stack pack with lazy jacks: Doyle Cradle Cover with lazy jacks
Batten car brand and type: Harken Battcar
Primary anchor brand and size: Spade S100 (44 lbs)
Primary anchor chain and rode: 180 ft of 5/16 High Test Chain plus 150 ft of nylon line. Rode replaced in 2023
Secondary anchor brand and size: Fortress FX23 with SFX-23 Stowaway Bag (new in 2022 and never used)
Secondary anchor chain and rode: 10’ of 5/16” chain and 140’ of ¾” rode
Windlass brand and size: Lofrans Project 1000 vertical rope/chain windlass with capstan
Bumpers: (5) 7” dia., (5) 8” dia. and (1) 9” dia. all with Navy Blue “Boat Blanket” covers
Dock lines: 3/4" Novatec Neptune Navy Blue Double Braid Nylon. (2) 25’ long and (2) 30’ long, all with eye splice at one end. All were new in 2023
Davits: No davits but have dyneema bridle for hoisting dinghy alongside when at anchor using main halyard and electric winch
Opening hatches brand and number: Lewmar: (2) large, (2) medium and (3) small
UV hatch covers: Sunbrella rain cover that can be suspended above forward cabin hatch to allow hatch to remain open when raining
Winch covers: Sunbrella
Helm cover: Sunbrella

Safety

Life raft type and size and year of last service: Winslow 6-man Offshore Plus in valise in dedicated life raft locker. Last serviced January 5, 2017
Flares: Variety of hand-held, parachute

Accidents and Mishaps

We believe in full transparency regarding any issues Commitment has faced. Fortunately, we've never encountered any significant issues with her, which we attribute to both her inherent sturdiness and our dedicated focus on upgrading and maintaining her safety features. These essential aspects, while not always visible at first glance, have ensured her reliability and seaworthiness.

Here are the known incidents and their resolutions:

Autopilot issues: Resolved by avoiding magnetic items near the compass and updating the system
Minor leakage in the fridge and freezer: Freezer rebedded to prevent further leaks
Small hydraulic steering fluid leak: Still needs to be addressed

Overall, Commitment has been well-cared for and maintained with love and attention to structural detail, ensuring she remains a reliable and comfortable yacht for her future owner.