1986 Townson 38 Cruising Yacht for sale in Auckland City, Auckland, NZ
Auckland City, Auckland, NZ, New Zealand198611.6m
Asking PriceBroker
$99,000 NZD
+10 moreMakeTownson
Model38 Cruising Yacht
Year1986
Length11.6m3.4m beam
Draft1.9m
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Classic Des Townson 38 (1986), beautifully presented and maintained. GRP/polyester construction, aft cockpit, standard keel and walk-through transom.
30hp Yanmar 3YM30 diesel (2021) with approx. 470hrs, fixed 3-blade shaft drive. Cruises at 1800RPM using ~1.5L/hr; top speed 8.5 knots at 3200RPM. Max Power CT100 bow thruster (new 2022).
Accommodation: 1 cabin; large double forward, 2 quarter doubles and 2 singles in the saloon. B&G electronics suite new 2025; rig refurbished 2025.
Specifications
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Vessel
MakeTownson
Model38 Cruising Yacht
Year1986
Dimensions
Length overall11.6m
Beam3.4m
Draft1.9m
Features
On board
Max Power CT100 bow thruster
Yanmar diesel engine
B&G electronics suite
Refurbished rig
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