- Maximum Speed: 10 kn
- Beam: 14' 9''
- Hull Material: Steel
- Max Draft: 6' 6''
- Displacement: 38,499.32 lb
- Fuel Tank: 3 x 1400|liter
- Fresh Water: 2 x 750|liter
- Holding: 1 x 40|liter
- Cabins: 2
- Heads: 1
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From its beginnings in 1982, Waterline Yachts has been dedicated to the design and construction of the finest round bilge steel sailing and motor yachts. A philosophy of constant improvements, evolution of design and building techniques has been the foundation on which each boat is built. All Waterline Yachts hulls are custom designed specifically for steel construction. The hull is a round bottom form without chines. The hull is plated with 1/8 - 3/16'' mild steel, the keel with 3/16 - 1/4'', and at the deck/coachroof areas with 10-12 guage plate. All frame shapes are conically developed so the plate will conform naturally without stress or deformation. The bow is an extremely strong, round 'bullnose' cone which is much more aesthetically pleasing than the common 'knife edge' or pipe steel bow. A unique longitudinal framing system is used throughout so the plate is supported and reinforced along its curvature rather than transversely, as it is done in large freighters. Transversely framed boats, when poorly built, are best remembered for their 'hungry horse rib' look after a few years service. The system used by Waterline Yachts is more commonly used in the aircraft industry and relies on smaller, more numerous frames.
'TIN SOLDIER' is a fast, safe and powerful cruising yacht, ideal for a couple or a small family. A very comprehensive refit was completed in 2022, after almost two years on the yard. The boat was taken back to bare steel, some hull re plating, much sanding and fairing and highest quality paints. The original coachroof was removed and a new larger design constructed to open up the interior. Down below the interior was remodeled, the forward cabin had been split into two cabins, the galley rebuilt and much timber replaced with local hard wood 'Chengal'.
The following is a non exhaustive list of repairs and renewals;
Polyurethane sprayed foam insulation from new, the steel condition is excellent.
A superb steel cruising yacht.
This listing is courtesy of the BoatWizard MLS and may be centrally listed withanother broker. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.
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.
Entering the interior down the companionway the aft double cabin entry is to port. The yacht's single bathroom is to starboard and the large galley commands the upper level. Moving down into the roomy saloon all upholstery is new and so much joinery has been replaced with solid hard woods. The new hardwood deckheads have flush fitting lights throughout. Full forward the double cabin is well lit and has an overhead hatch.
The yacht has one bathroom with dry head, shower, sink and vanity. The head is a 'Sealand Vacuflush' connected to a ten gallon holding tank and macerator.
The 'Vacuflush' operates with a pump generated vacuum which uses only about a pint of water per flush. This is a fresh water operation, ensuring no nasty odours that arise from saltwater flushing. The system draws 4-6 amps.
Additional charging from the main engine alternator, four solar panels totaling 1024 watts c/w 2 x MPPT controllers (2022).
2 x 1500 gph bilge pumps c/w alarms (2020)
1 x 500 gph bilge pump c/w alarm (2020)
Cutter rigged. The rig was last replaced in New Zealand in 2007 by 'Norsaid' Riggers, Whangarei, plus forestays and Schaefer furling gear for both headsail and staysail ( 3100 and 2100 ). The mainsail is an in mast furler by Hood. Garhauer rigid boom vang. Walder boom brake. Spinnaker pole.
The hull was taken back to bare steel in sections and some minor re plating was done. Topsides were P320 sanded, spot prime repairs and three coats of topcoat. All skin fittings and valves were replaced with new. The hull was foam sprayed from new and remains in excellent condition today.
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