1996 Mason 44 for sale in Gold Coast, Australia
Gold Coast, Australia, Australia199613.4m
Asking PriceBroker
$185,000 AUD
+15 moreMakeMason
Model44
Year1996
Length13.4m3.7m beam
Cabins26 berths
EngineYanmar
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Papahobo is a 1996 Mason 44 that embodies the pinnacle of blue-water cruising performance. Masterfully built by the legendary Ta Shing Yard (PAE) from the designs of Al Mason and Jeff Leishman, this traditional GRP, full-keel cutter balances timeless offshore style with rugged global capability. Currently lying on the Gold Coast with Australian taxes paid, she is fully turn-key and primed for immediate ocean passage making.
Measuring 13.39 metres LOA with a 3.73-metre beam and a 1.73-metre draft, Papahobo delivers a stable, safe and seakindly motion in open water.
Her ocean-going readiness is highlighted by recent rigging and sail upgrades, featuring standing rigging fully replaced in 2021 and a complete new suite of sails renewed in 2022. Auxiliary power is supplied by a 37.28 kW (50hp) Yanmar engine paired with a 3-blade Max-Prop, both serviced in March 2025 alongside new cutlass bearings. Heavy-duty ground tackle includes a 35kg Ultra anchor riding on 106.68 metres of 9.5mm chain controlled by a Maxwell 3500 windlass.
Configured for self-sufficient, long-range liveability, the yacht relies on a robust off-grid electrical setup driven by a 600 Ah Lithium house bank, 700W of solar power and a Rutland wind generator. Below deck, the beautifully crafted two-cabin layout provides over 1.83 metres of headroom throughout. Interior systems are fully equipped for any climate, boasting a Mabru 12V air conditioning system in the aft cabin, a Webasto diesel water heater, top-loading refrigeration and a Spectra watermaker to ensure complete autonomy wherever you drop anchor.
Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeMason
Model44
Year1996
Dimensions
Length overall13.4m
Beam3.7m
Draft1.7m
Accommodation
Cabins2
Berths6
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeYanmar
Features
On board
Standing rigging fully replaced in 2021
Complete new suite of sails renewed in 2022
37.28 kW (50hp) Yanmar engine
3-blade Max-Prop
Engine and propeller serviced in March 2025 alongside new cutlass bearings
35kg Ultra anchor
106.68 metres of 9.5mm chain
Maxwell 3500 windlass
600 Ah Lithium house bank
700W of solar power
Rutland wind generator
Mabru 12V air conditioning system in the aft cabin
Webasto diesel water heater
Top-loading refrigeration
Spectra watermaker
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