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Bruce Roberts Spray 38 Yacht
Estimated price for orientation: 53 250 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been previously used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Year: 2005 Type: Cruiser Hull Material: Steel Make: Bruce Roberts Rigging: Ketch Model: Spray 38 Keel: Fixed Use: Fresh Water, Salt Water Length (feet): 38 Engine Type: Perkins inboard Beam (feet): 13
AlphasprayA Bruce Roberts Spray 38An iconic cruising and liveaboard vesselManufacturer (hull): Roger Apperley, Diglis, WorcesterModel: Bruce Roberts Spray 38Mooring: River TamarYear Built: Hull 1990/Interior 1990 - 2005Commissioned: 2005LOA: 12.8m/42ftWidth: 3.96m/13ftCategory: Long keel The Bruce Roberts Spray1. Many Sprays have circumnavigated or completed long distance voyages and a number of these vessels are featured in Bruce Roberts book "Spray. The Ultimate Cruising Boat" (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spray-Ultimate-Cruising-Bruce-Roberts-Goodson/dp/0924486872). They are noted not just for seaworthiness but also the spacious and roomy interior for living aboard in comfort.Alphaspray 2. Our boat has the distinction of being a relatively rare professionally built steel hull fitted out to a very high standard (inc mahogany interior) by us over recent years. Her hull was built in Worcester, England by Roger Apperley of Watercraft, Diglis, Worcester. There are photographs of the build available on request. 3. We have maintained her well and since her commissioning in 2005 has enjoyed many pleasant times on the River Tamar where she is currently based. 4. She offers great value as a Bermudian rigged auxiliary Ketch of conventional long keel and multi-chine hull form, under the working rig of genoa, mizzensail and mainsail she would carry about 900 sq ft of canvas. 5. The 6 cylinder Perkins diesel auxiliary engine and PRM hydraulically operated gearbox and will deliver up to 120 hp. 6. Internally from forward there is a chain locker, two berth cabin. WC and wash /shower compartment to starboard, spacious locker to port. 7. Seating berths and chart space are to the port side of saloon, dinette and galley area to starboard. 8. A step up leads to the enclosed wheelhouse with controls set to starboard, seating area to port and the engine is under this wheelhouse floor. A step down from aft end of enclosed wheelhouse leads to the double cabin within stern of vessel, incorporating a second WC and wash compartment set to starboard side. 9. A passageway which incorporates a large single fold down berth, to the port side of the engine room, leads back to this double cabin and the passageway on the starboard side provides a utility and workshop area. The engine compartment itself is accessed from both these passageways. 10. The keel was repainted in 2016 and small areas of surface rust cleaned back to bare steel and treated with 3 part antifoul system. 11. There are heavy duty aluminium telescopic yacht legs enabling drying out. Detailed features/specification Sails (all as new)Battened mainsail with Lazyjacks and cover all as newBattened mizzensail with Lazyjacks and cover all as newFurlex roller furling genoaStorm jibMasts and SparsAluminium Selden Main Mast with stainless steel wire rope standing riggingElectrical/PowerAero6gen wind generatorSolara panels x 3 SM225MSunsaver Duo SR425 MonitorEDMC alternator management systemShore power enabled - 240 volt with internal ring main fitted with 240v RCBO4 x heavy duty 12 volt gel batteries under port side saloon seat and isolator switches nearbyHawk 3 battery charging systemInteriorFitted out in mahogany1 double berth aft cabin2 single berths bow cabin1 large fold down single berth in port passagewayVery well appointed galley, comprising double sink, central mixer tap, pressurised hot and cold4 burner and oven, gimballed Force 10 gas cooker with spacious storage under and opposite, full set of crockery and cutlery, and pots etc.The gas is supplied by 2 propane gas cylinders housed in lockers on deck aft of wheelhouse.Isotherm Fridge. Separate Freezer compartment/storage. Practical dining area immediately next to galley providing very convenient use.Seating berths and chart space/table are opposite the galley, the displays for the Hawk battery charger, Aerogen and solar panels being located conveniently there also.Large amount valuable storage space throughoutUtilitiesEberspacher Diesel fresh air cabin heating throughoutFridge/freezerPaloma water heater (secured to bulkhead in saloon)5 x bespoke freshwater tanks are located under sole total capacity 350 gallonsGas alarmTechVetus Hydraulic Autopilot/Echo sounder/Electronic Speed /Distance logGarmin RadarIC M601 VHF Marine TransceiverGPS Map 4000 SeriesGWS 10 Wind Speed UnitVetus Hydraulic Autopilot AUTOP46Vetus Electronic Speed Distance logVetus Depth SounderNavigation lightsFour inch brass clock mounted on bulkheadFour inch barometer mounted on bulkheadInterior night sailing red lightsInterior lightingTricolor mastheadEngine6 cylinder Perkins diesel type 6354PRM hydraulically operated gearbox deliver 120hpFuel from l heavy duty polypropylene tank and 1 steel suction tank within keel.Ground TackleCQR Anchor x 250 metres 12mm chain x 215 metres multibraid x 2Windlass electrically operatedGypsies x 2Yacht legs - John FranklinPlease feel free to ask any further questions, I will try to get back to you ASAP. Alphaspray is a fantastic opportunity to own a ready to use, ocean going liveaboard yacht. She has been lovingly built and cared for by us over recent years, with little expense spared. She has never had the use she deserves and as such, much of her equipment is as new. For her next owner, she is a wonderfully equipped and capable vessel. Please don't make any silly offers, we would prefer serious enquiries only. Alphaspray is currently available for viewing at a boat yard in Plymouth. She is currently out of the water. Photo index:1. Alphaspray at anchor2. Alphaspray under sail3. Alphaspray alongside4. An early shot in the marina5. Completion of hull and outfitting6. Engine room7. Prop and hull, taken last week (Apr 17)8. Bow, taken last week (Apr 17)9. Wheelhouse10. Galley11. Interior (1)12. Interior (2)
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been previously used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Year: | 2005 |
| Type: | Cruiser | Hull Material: | Steel |
| Make: | Bruce Roberts | Rigging: | Ketch |
| Model: | Spray 38 | Keel: | Fixed |
| Use: | Fresh Water, Salt Water | Length (feet): | 38 |
| Engine Type: | Perkins inboard | Beam (feet): | 13 |
AlphasprayA Bruce Roberts Spray 38An iconic cruising and liveaboard vesselManufacturer (hull): Roger Apperley, Diglis, WorcesterModel: Bruce Roberts Spray 38Mooring: River TamarYear Built: Hull 1990/Interior 1990 - 2005Commissioned: 2005LOA: 12.8m/42ftWidth: 3.96m/13ftCategory: Long keel The Bruce Roberts Spray1. Many Sprays have circumnavigated or completed long distance voyages and a number of these vessels are featured in Bruce Roberts book "Spray. The Ultimate Cruising Boat" (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spray-Ultimate-Cruising-Bruce-Roberts-Goodson/dp/0924486872). They are noted not just for seaworthiness but also the spacious and roomy interior for living aboard in comfort.Alphaspray 2. Our boat has the distinction of being a relatively rare professionally built steel hull fitted out to a very high standard (inc mahogany interior) by us over recent years. Her hull was built in Worcester, England by Roger Apperley of Watercraft, Diglis, Worcester. There are photographs of the build available on request. 3. We have maintained her well and since her commissioning in 2005 has enjoyed many pleasant times on the River Tamar where she is currently based. 4. She offers great value as a Bermudian rigged auxiliary Ketch of conventional long keel and multi-chine hull form, under the working rig of genoa, mizzensail and mainsail she would carry about 900 sq ft of canvas. 5. The 6 cylinder Perkins diesel auxiliary engine and PRM hydraulically operated gearbox and will deliver up to 120 hp. 6. Internally from forward there is a chain locker, two berth cabin. WC and wash /shower compartment to starboard, spacious locker to port. 7. Seating berths and chart space are to the port side of saloon, dinette and galley area to starboard. 8. A step up leads to the enclosed wheelhouse with controls set to starboard, seating area to port and the engine is under this wheelhouse floor. A step down from aft end of enclosed wheelhouse leads to the double cabin within stern of vessel, incorporating a second WC and wash compartment set to starboard side. 9. A passageway which incorporates a large single fold down berth, to the port side of the engine room, leads back to this double cabin and the passageway on the starboard side provides a utility and workshop area. The engine compartment itself is accessed from both these passageways. 10. The keel was repainted in 2016 and small areas of surface rust cleaned back to bare steel and treated with 3 part antifoul system. 11. There are heavy duty aluminium telescopic yacht legs enabling drying out. Detailed features/specification Sails (all as new)Battened mainsail with Lazyjacks and cover all as newBattened mizzensail with Lazyjacks and cover all as newFurlex roller furling genoaStorm jibMasts and SparsAluminium Selden Main Mast with stainless steel wire rope standing riggingElectrical/PowerAero6gen wind generatorSolara panels x 3 SM225MSunsaver Duo SR425 MonitorEDMC alternator management systemShore power enabled - 240 volt with internal ring main fitted with 240v RCBO4 x heavy duty 12 volt gel batteries under port side saloon seat and isolator switches nearbyHawk 3 battery charging systemInteriorFitted out in mahogany1 double berth aft cabin2 single berths bow cabin1 large fold down single berth in port passagewayVery well appointed galley, comprising double sink, central mixer tap, pressurised hot and cold4 burner and oven, gimballed Force 10 gas cooker with spacious storage under and opposite, full set of crockery and cutlery, and pots etc.The gas is supplied by 2 propane gas cylinders housed in lockers on deck aft of wheelhouse.Isotherm Fridge. Separate Freezer compartment/storage. Practical dining area immediately next to galley providing very convenient use.Seating berths and chart space/table are opposite the galley, the displays for the Hawk battery charger, Aerogen and solar panels being located conveniently there also.Large amount valuable storage space throughoutUtilitiesEberspacher Diesel fresh air cabin heating throughoutFridge/freezerPaloma water heater (secured to bulkhead in saloon)5 x bespoke freshwater tanks are located under sole total capacity 350 gallonsGas alarmTechVetus Hydraulic Autopilot/Echo sounder/Electronic Speed /Distance logGarmin RadarIC M601 VHF Marine TransceiverGPS Map 4000 SeriesGWS 10 Wind Speed UnitVetus Hydraulic Autopilot AUTOP46Vetus Electronic Speed Distance logVetus Depth SounderNavigation lightsFour inch brass clock mounted on bulkheadFour inch barometer mounted on bulkheadInterior night sailing red lightsInterior lightingTricolor mastheadEngine6 cylinder Perkins diesel type 6354PRM hydraulically operated gearbox deliver 120hpFuel from l heavy duty polypropylene tank and 1 steel suction tank within keel.Ground TackleCQR Anchor x 250 metres 12mm chain x 215 metres multibraid x 2Windlass electrically operatedGypsies x 2Yacht legs - John FranklinPlease feel free to ask any further questions, I will try to get back to you ASAP. Alphaspray is a fantastic opportunity to own a ready to use, ocean going liveaboard yacht. She has been lovingly built and cared for by us over recent years, with little expense spared. She has never had the use she deserves and as such, much of her equipment is as new. For her next owner, she is a wonderfully equipped and capable vessel. Please don't make any silly offers, we would prefer serious enquiries only. Alphaspray is currently available for viewing at a boat yard in Plymouth. She is currently out of the water. Photo index:1. Alphaspray at anchor2. Alphaspray under sail3. Alphaspray alongside4. An early shot in the marina5. Completion of hull and outfitting6. Engine room7. Prop and hull, taken last week (Apr 17)8. Bow, taken last week (Apr 17)9. Wheelhouse10. Galley11. Interior (1)12. Interior (2)