Nelson 42 Aft Cabin
Arch lowers for canal cruising
- Boat REF# · 335447
- Length · 40'0"
- Year · 1976
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Semi-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 6
- Engine · 2 x diesel 250hp, Mermaid Monarch (2004)
- Lying · Isle of Wight
Extra Details
| Designer | John Askham |
|---|---|
| Builder | Halmatic/Guernsey Boatbuilding Company |
| Lying | Isle of Wight |
| Fuel capacity | 1,727.3 ltr Total - 4 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 400.0 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 50.0 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 17/08/2023 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x diesel 250hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Mermaid Monarch (2004) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 1500 engine2= 1500 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade fixed |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 12 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 18 knots |
| Generator output | 3.8KVA |
| Generator Hours | 220 |
| Engine spares |
|---|
Engine hours approximate - will verify
Last major service 2022
New generator battery 2024
Dimensions
| Length | 40'0" |
|---|---|
| LWL | 38'1" |
| Beam | 12'0" |
| Draft Max | 3'7" |
| Airdraft | 12'0" |
| Displacement | 12,300kg |
| Headroom | 6'2" |
| Storage | In water |
Electrical Systems
12 / 24 volt battery, 240 volt generator, 240 shore power voltage, 5 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Semi-Displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Skin fittings replaced 2023
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 6 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 3 |
| Sink | 2 |
| Shower | 2 |
| Heads | 2 heads (Electric) |
Heads - aft head Jabsco quiet flush electric unit with macerator, forward Jabsco manual
Upholstery and headlinings recently replaced
Fresh water system replaced
2 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Carpet | |
| Drapes | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Non-Smokers |
Heads - aft head Jabsco quiet flush electric unit with macerator, forward Jabsco manual
Upholstery and headlinings recently replaced
Fresh water system replaced
2 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Spray dodgers | |
|---|---|
| Cockpit cover | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Davits | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers |
Electric Lofrans Cayman windlass (with remote control)
1 anchors
(CQR)
196'10" of chain
dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
3.3hp outboard, Suzuki ()
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| Radar | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Depth sounder |
Safety Equipment
| Life jackets | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys | |
| Horn | |
| Swim ladder |
5 bilge pumps (1 manual / 4 electric)
Broker's Comments
Nelson's are famous the world over. Built in the UK, the first designs were timber in the 1960s and, as early innovators using GRP, they became known for their excellent build quality. Although well suited for pleasure cruising they are still found working as pilot boats or police and customs launches - they were absolutely built to go to sea!
The Nelson 42 is an adaptation of the commercially popular Nelson 40 hull, fuller and higher forward sections make for a drier ride and this particular deck layout makes her a great for coastal cruising. Although famed for their seaworthy qualities the relatively narrow beam and low airdraft (with purpose-designed lowering arch) makes her ideal for canal and river cruising too.
On deck she feels extremely safe and secure, there's lots of working space and the large aft deck is ideal for sitting out and enjoying the sun. Below she is clean and fresh and well presented. In typical Nelson style they have made the maximum use of space, an upper and lower saloon, two heads and showers and a well equipped galley lends her well for long term cruising or as a liveaboard.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
1 year
Why are you selling her?
Change of circumstances
Where have you sailed her?
North Sea to Solent then locally