Folkboat 26
Recent updates to this classic
- Boat REF# · 304476
- LOA · 7.92m
- Year · 1960
- Construction · Wood carvel
- Underwater profile · Long keel
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 9hp, Yanmar 1 GM 10 ()
- Lying · Essex
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Extra Details
| Designer | Tord Sunden |
|---|---|
| Builder | Parnham of Emsworth Hants |
| Lying | Essex |
| Fuel capacity | 35.0 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 9hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Yanmar 1 GM 10 () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Direct |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3-Blade, fixed |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 0.8 ltr /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 4.5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 5.5 knots |
Engine serviced July 2021
Stern gland (professionally) re-packed, September 2021
1 x leisure battery new in Sept 2021, to create an independent 'Engine' & 'House' split.
Dimensions
| LOA | 7.92m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 5.94m |
| Beam | 2.24m |
| Draft Min | 1.20m |
| Draft Max | 1.20m |
| Displacement | 2,000kg |
| Headroom | 1.46m |
| Storage | Ashore |
Rig
Sloop rigged Wood spars () with stainless steel standing rigging ()
Sails
| Mainsail | - Roller boom () |
|---|---|
| Headsail | - Hank on () |
| Other sails | Staysail () |
Fractional rig
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels
Construction
| Construction | Wood carvel |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Long keel |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Hull construction of mahogany on oak
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Sea Toilet) |
Mahogany on steamed oak construction
A new head is under installation
Interior upholstery new in July 2021
Cockpit sole and locker lids under reconstruction
2 burner spirit cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Sink |
Mahogany on steamed oak construction
A new head is under installation
Interior upholstery new in July 2021
Cockpit sole and locker lids under reconstruction
2 burner spirit cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Warps | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook |
2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
1 anchors
(CQR)
20.00m of chain
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| Echo sounder |
Recent steering compass
Speed and log (not used by current owner)
Navigation lights to be installed
Safety Equipment
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)
Broker's Comments
We are very pleased to be featuring this Folkboat for sale. The enduringly and popular Folkboat is known for the seakeeping qualities and impressive sailing performance, which went on to inspire numerous other designs, including the Contessa 26.
This version had been a little neglected until recently, but has been partially refurbished by the current owner, including new interior upholstery, cockpit locker lids and sole. The sails look to be in good condition and the owner reports a vessel with a good turn of speed and comfortable performance. Some small areas of planking may require attention, which is within the capability of a competent DIY boat owner. This boat remains in commission and is an ideal opportunity for someone to continue the refurbishment ready for next season.
Please also note that delivery by sea, at cost only, may be possible on a successful sale.
If you would like any further information, or to organise a personal viewing, then please contact our office and one of the team will be pleased to help.
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?
Personal circumstances
Where have you sailed her?
UK Eastern coast