Yacht Detail
1985 Nauticat 44' (13.41 m) 44
Anacortes, Washington, United States
Firefly
For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact Jeff Gleckler at 360.202.2290 or jeffg@seattleyachts.com
- Motorsailers
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: STL44119D585
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Generous water & fuel capacities |
| Powerful 12V windlass & ample ground tackle |
| Extensive mechanical maintenance |
| Max Prop feathering propeller |
| Espar forced air diesel heat |
| Notable Upgrades: |
Description
The Nauticat 44 Firefly is an ideal design for exploring the inside waters of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Inside and outside steering stations allow comfort and safety whether underway or at anchor. Considered a motor sailor, the powerful and easily managed ketch rig adds stability at sea while the economical 125HP Ford Lehman diesel (1600hrs) will get you there when the wind doesn't blow. The Nauticat 44 is a proven performer that continues to have a strong appeal amongst NW cruisers.
Special features include:
1) Generous water and fuel capacities allow for extended time underway
2) A powerful 12V windlass and ample ground tackle will keep you secure as you explore the islands
3) Extensive mechanical maintenance include routine engine cooling system work, new propeller shaft, cutlass bearing, shaft seal & Aquadrive anti drive-line vibration system
4) Max Prop feathering propeller
5) Espar forced air diesel heat
6) Three burner propane stove and oven
7) Front loading DC refrigerator, top loading cooler and two top loading freezers
8) Large house battery bank with separate engine and genset start batteries
9) Westerbeke 5KW diesel genset w/ 475hrs
10) Garmin 12" touch screen plotter and autopilot in 2018 & Furuno radar
11) Main mizzen and jib all in good condition
Firefly has just been detailed inside and out and is ready for inspections. She's currently in assumable dry storage at the Pacific Marine Center in Anacortes and available for showings by appointment. High resolution photo album available upon request. Contact our office with any questions or to arrange a showing today.
Preliminary listing; stand by for updates and additional photos.
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Seattle Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: STL44119D585
LOA: 44' (13.41 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1985
Beam: 12' 1''
LWL: 38' 8''
Draft Max: 6' 0''
Cabins: 2
Single Berths: 2
Double Berths: 2
Heads: 2
Cruise Speed: 6.25 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Fuel Tank: 240 Gallons (908.5 Liters)
Fresh Water: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Holding Tank: 20 Gallons (75.71 Liters)
Displacement: 37900
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Ford Lehman
- Engine Model: 2725E
- Engine Year: 1985
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 135.00
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1596.00
Full Details
ACCOMMODATIONS:
In the bow is a chain locker. Next aft is the forward stateroom. There is a large V berth double with storage below. Outboard, above the bunks port and starboard is a shelf. Aft of the berth to starboard is a hanging locker. Next aft to port is a large U shaped galley with numerous lockers, drawers and countertop working space. Across to starboard is an enclosed head with WC, vanity and shower. Next aft is the main salon. To port is a large U shape settee with dining table. Across to starboard is a straight settee. Outboard above and behind both settees alcove and locker storage. Next aft up two steps is the pilothouse. To port along the port side and aft end is a large shaped settee with a table. Across to starboard at the forward end of the pilothouse is the inside steer station, with the wheel, engine controls, and instrumentation. There is excellent 360 degree visibility through the pilothouse ports. Next aft down three steps is the aft cabin. There is a centerline queen size berth with the headboard against the transom. Both port and starboard of the berth are numerous lockers and hanging lockers. In the forward port corner is the aft head. The boat sleeps up to 8. The interior is beautifully crafted to the highest standards in teak.
- 2 showers
- Hot & cold pressure water
- Espar forced air heat 2018
- 2 La Vac manual heads
- 2 holding tanks w/ Y valves
- 3 fire extinguishers
- Stereo
GALLEY:
- 2 s/s sinks
- 2 Engle top loading 12V freezers below salon settees
- Engle AC/DC Refrigerator/freezer
- Top loading refrigerator on galley counter
- Force Ten 3 burner propane stove w/oven and new LPG system 2018
- Microwave oven
- Saltwater pump
ELECTRONICS:
- Standard Horizon Martix AIS/GPS VHF 2019
- Garmin autopilot 2020
- Knotmeter
- 2 Compasses
- Clock and Barometer
- Garmin 12" MFD plotter & sounder 2018. Garmin radar scanner aboard and ready for installation by new owner.
- Furuno CRT Radar
- VDO Depth Sounder
- Wind speed, wind point
SAILS:
* Battened mainsail with two reef points
* Full batten mizzen with two reef points
* New North Sails 125% furling jib in 2019
* Spare Jib
- Removable inner forestay
- Rigid boom Vang
- Selden spars
- 2 Lewmar 46ST, 1 Anderson 28ST, 1 Anderson 28, 4 Anderson 10 winches
- Lewmar traveler for mainsheet
DECK:
- 2 Anchors: 66# Vulcan, 30# Danforth
- 300' 3/8" chain new 2018
- Anchor roller
- Nilsson electrical windlass
- Fenders and mooring lines
- Swim ladder
- Life jackets
- Masthead tricolor
- Propane BBQ
- Stainless steel stern davits
- Mainsail, Pilothouse teak rail covers
- Dingy davits
- Zodiac dingy w/ oars
- Lifesling
- Deck washdown
- 3 Boarding gates
MECHANICAL:
- 1984 Ford Lehman 2725E 135 hp with 2000 hours
- Borg Warner Velvet Drive transmission
- 3 blade Max Prop
- Westerbeke genset 7.5 KW
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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