Timber Motor Sailer - 'Grenada'

Price All Serious Offer Considered
Brand CLASSIC TIMBER CRUISER
Model Motor Sailer
Length 11.90 Meters
Year 1957
Category Classic
Hull Type Timber
Hull Style Single
Power Type Sail
Engine Make For Lehman 2712
Engine Type Ford Lehman
Condition Used
State Tasmania
Suburb CYGNET
Registration Number 49810
Designer RH Thomas, Launceston
Builder Doug Russell & David Fabre
Hull Construction Material Timber - Classic carvel-built hull
Hull Type Monohull
Deck Construction Material Celery Top Pine planking recently re-caulked
Country Origin Australia
Length (feet) 39'0" feet
Length (m) 11.90m m
Beam/Width (m) 3.35m m
Draft (m) 1.4m m
Keel/Ballast Cast lead ballast bolted through timber
Number of Helms 2
Number Of Engines 1
Engine Standard Ford Lehman 2712. Conventionally aspirated, double circuit cooled, marine diesel with close coupled gearbox and shaft transmission
Horse Power (hp) 120
Drive Type Shaft Drive
Propeller Bronze three-blade fixed propeller, diameter approx 62cm in good condition
Accomodation Notes 1 x Double V berth forward, 2 x single bunk beds in saloon area
Number of Berths 4
Number of Showers 1
Number of Toilets 1 x 12v macerator toilet
Air Conditioning Airtronic diesel heater
Galley Notes Portside linear galley
Stove 3 burner gas cooktop
Refrigeration Dometic Fridge
Entertainment and Appliances Notes AM/FM Radio, CD Player
Anchor / Winch 1 x approx 15kg plough anchor with 12mm galvanised chain. 12v Muir vertical anchor windlass
Bilge Pump 12v bilge pumps
Deck Gear 2 x Barlow 24ST winches
Mast/Rigging Deck-stepped painted aluminium mizzen mast. Aluminium main mast replaced recently
Sail Inventory She is a masthead cutter ketch rig, which includes a mainsail with no boom, one pair of inline spreaders, no. boom and two furling headsails on the main mast, one pair of swept back spreaders and mizzen headsail on the mizzen mast.
Electrics 2 x 12v lead-acid century N70/zz cranking batteries. 2 x 12v lead-acid deep cycle DC105-12 house batteries
Electronics Navigation VHF GME GX600A Radio, Raymarine GPS touchscreen, Garmin Echo 500C Sounder, Coursemaster CM950 Autopilot, AM/FM radio CD Player GME GR9200
Safety Gear EPIRB, Lifejackets, Fire Extinguishers, Fire Blanket
Ground Tackle 1 x 15kg plough anchor with 12mm gal. chain.
GPS Raymarine, Coursemaster CM950 Autopilot
Number of Fish Finders Garmin Echo 500C Sounder
Has Navigation Lights Yes
Radio VHF GME GX600A Radio,
Number of Life Jackets Yes
Usage Cruising, Leisure
Availability Immediate
Vessel Name 'Grenada'
Exit strategy Motivated Seller

'Grenada' - Classic 1957 Sugar Scoop Timber Motor-Sailer

Introducing 'Grenada', a beautifully crafted 1957 raked stern, timber motor-sailer designed by R. H. Thomas and built in Tasmania by respected shipwrights Doug Russell & David Fabre. She is a standout vessel for lovers of traditional timber craftsmanship and graceful coastal cruising. 

'Grenada' had a major refit in 2022 and has had over $250K spent on her including all new electrics costing over $70K. 

Measuring 11.9m in length with a 3.35m beam and 1.40m draft, 'Grenada' delivers excellent balance and comfortable passage-making. Her masthead cutter ketch rig includes a mainsail with no boom, one pair of inline spreaders, and two furling headsails on the main mast. This is an adaptable setup ideal for both ease of handling and capable performance under sail. Offering 2 helm stations you can be sure to enjoy sailing 'Grenada' in all weather conditions. 

Step inside and you're welcomed by a charming timber interior featuring a functional galley, cosy accommodation, an inviting saloon, and a comfortable cockpit. All combining to create an ideal environment for leisurely cruising or weekend escapes. 

'Grenada' is a vessel with real character, history, and soul perfect for someone who appreciates classic design and the timeless appeal of a true Tasmanian-built timber motor-sailer. 

For more information and to organise a viewing please don't hesitate to call Cath on 0402 135 442.