Amphitrite 43 Ketch

Wright International Ltd consider this to be one of the finest vessels on the market at the moment. Unfortunately being sold by her proud owners due to the untimely death of one of the partners. This vessel has been designed and build for short handling and for use in the Mediterranean. With style, safety, sophistication and with everything designed for a purpose and with everything in its place. One look at this vessel is all that is required to know she has been lovingly maintained from new. With a full refurbishment in 2003 and with the engine removed and serviced this vessel is now in a condition to provide years of happy sailing for its new owners. This fin keel ketch was designed by Holman & Pye and has been fastidiously maintained ever since. The only way to fully appreciate this vessel is to step on board and see the value for yourself. Contact either Greig or Robert and we will arrange this with the owner for you. She is presently lying in Turkey and has a 12 month contract with the marina if required. The marina is only 30 minutes from Marmaris and allows a fine mixture of shorelife with clear blue warm weather cruising in one of the Mediterraneans finest resorts. 

Vessel Type:	Amphitrite 43 Ketch
Designer:	Holman & Pye
Builder:	Henri Wauquiez
Model:	Amphitrite 43 Ketch
Year:	1978
Price:	£99,000
Reference:	WIL 1169

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Dimensions

LOA:	43" '
LWL:	34" '
Beam:	13" 8'
Draft:	5" 10'

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Engines

ENGINE ROOM: Again this has been designed to allow all access to the Perkins 4108 engine, making it possible to carry out service to any part of the engine both a joy and a simple task should it be required in adverse weather. Everything has been well thought out and the engine, auto helm, bilge pumps etc. all have their place worked out for ease of use. The engine room was completely rewired in 2003 and the engine removed for a complete overhaul. Engine Type: Perkins 4108 providing 52 BHP Last overhaul: 2003 Batteries: 5 batteries at 105Amp Hours ( replaced in 2003) Shore Power: The shore power has four outlets and has a 20 amp battery charger Engine starting: 1 x 105 amp hour battery with a dedicated alternator Services: 3 x 105 amp hour batteries also have a dedicated alternator Deckwash Pump: This has been installed in the sail locker Fuel: This sailing ketch has enough fuel to cruise for 100hours before requiring a top up. The glassfibre tanks hold approximately 500 litres of fuel. Water: The 500 litres of water is held in plastic tanks and are connected to a pressurised system to both heads and the galley. Gas: This is used for the heating and the cooking. The well ventilated gas locker houses 3 cylinders.

No. of Engines:	1
Fuel:	Diesel
Drive:	Shaft Drive

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Construction

This vessel has been designed for short handed cruising in GRP

Hull Type:	Fin Keel Ketch
Hull Material:	GRP

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Accomodation

COCKPIT: The large central cockpit has been designed to provide a safe environment to sail short handed. It has a well designed sprayhood and bimini which provides a comfortable well sheltered helm position. With the wheel steering, engine controls, winches and instrumentation all ergonomically designed to provide an environment normally reserved for much larger vessels.

DECKS: It is important if a ketch like this is designed for short handling to have the decks free and access to the sails uncluttered. This vessel has taken care of this admirably with a raised poop deck providing a clear area for relaxing and enjoying the sun. Ventilation is provided by the Dorade ventilators both fore and aft. Forward there is deck mounted Lofrans winch and access to the chain locker which houses over 90 meters of 5/16 chain and kedge anchor.

INTERIOR: The interior of this superb vessel is bright, clean and designed with taste without compromise. The large comfortable “U” shaped dining area of the saloon allows for entertaining guests or just relaxing in the sumptuous upholstery. With lockers, bookshelves and storage arranged to maximise the space without encroaching on the living area. A pilot and settee berth is to be found to port. Forward of the saloon is a passageway containing two wardrobes portside and access to the heads starboard. The forecabin with its full headroom is again tastefully fitted out with two berth accommodation and all the necessary lockers and storage required. Aft there is a further two berths (single berths) in an attractive ensuite cabin which has its own shower, heads and vanity unit. The aft facing windows provide the light and style that is reflected throughout this vessel. The settee and desk finish off this cabin.

Berths:

• 2 x Forecabin
• 4 x Saloon
• 2 x Aft Cabin
• 2 x other cabin
• Heads: 2
• Showers:2

Galley:

• Oven,
• Fridge,
• Double Sink,
• Gimballed 2 Burner Stove,
• Gas Water Heater

Decking Equipment

• 45 lb Danforth with 95 metres chain
• Kedge: Fortress two with 60 metres warp
• Windlass: Electric Lfrans
• Warps: 6P:US
• Fenders: 7 fitted with covers

Sails and Rigging

RIG: The masthead Ketch Rig is on aluminium spars, supported by stainless steel rigging and bottle screws. Rope and wire rigging

•Running Rigging – this is in good condition and has been replaced as required
•Standing – this is again in good condition and is constantly replaced as required
•Main – is in good condition and is believed to be 10 years old
•Reefing – in boom
•Genoa - is in excellent condition and is only 3 years old and is on a rolling furling gear
•Storm Jib - is in good condition
•Spinnaker - is in very good condition and has light use since 1996 and has an excellent snuffer
•Mizzen - is in fair condition
•Mizzen staysail – in fair condition

Navigation Equipment

•Steering Compass
•Hand held
•Autopilot
•Log
•Echosounder
•Windspeed
•GPS
•VHF
•Radio
•Weather Fax
•Barometer
•Chronometer
•Dividers
•Charts
•Pilots

Safety Equipment

SAFETY: The owners of this vessel have not compromised on anything. Safety has again been well thought out and designed with excellent practicability.

•10 x Lifejackets
•10 x Harnesses
•1 x Pack Flares
•2 x Fire Extinguishers
•1 x Fire Blanket
•1 x Manual Bilge Pump
•2 x Electric Jabasco Bilge Pumps

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel is offered in good faith but cannot be guaranteed. Nor can we 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.