Remarks : Every time I have the opportunity to look at a Bayliner 2556 Command bridge I am again amazed on how Bayliner managed to squeeze this level of accommodation and provide a decent upper helm without compromising on looks and functionality. There is a large cockpit from which you can do a spot of fishing with your mates or simply sit and watch the world go by. The engine access is easy and allows room for servicing with ease.Remarks : Every time I have the opportunity to look at a Bayliner 2556 Command bridge I am again amazed on how Bayliner managed to squeeze this level of accommodation and provide a decent upper helm without compromising on looks and functionality. There is a large cockpit from which you can do a spot of fishing with your mates or simply sit and watch the world go by. The engine access is easy and allows room for servicing with ease. Double patio style doors give access to the main saloon with heads compartment and shower, adequately equipped galley and a very companionable seating area to port. This area along with the forward berth and the berth beneath the dinette allow 6 persons to sleep in comfort. Boat will happily cruise between 15-18 knots depending on sea conditions but is capable of a heady 30 knots if required. Good electronics package including Raymarine C80 chart plotter, Lowrance Elite Chirp X& side imaging depth sounder and an Icom M603 DSC VHF. Hull antifouled ready for season in July 2017. Accommodation : They have managed to fit a lot into the interior of this boat. There are 3 double berths which will sllep 6 persons with ease. The saloon is entered from the cockpit via a partially glazed lockable door. Step down and to starboard is the separate heads with sea toilet, sink and holding tank. Continuing forward is the galley area with decent storage, sink, 2-burner gas hob and fridge. Still on the starboard side is the lower helm position with helm seat, dash with instrumentation and electronic navigation aids. In the bow is a sizeable double berth with storage below. Dinette area opposite galley with comfortable seating and table. This converts to another double if required. Beneath the dinette is a permanent double berth. This is an ideal storage area if only boating for two persons. Inventory : Plastimo Compass at upper and lower helm Raymarine C80 chart plotter Lowrance Elite Chirp 7X side imaging depth sounder Icom M603 DSC VHF Anchor with chain and warp Manual anchor windlass Searchlight Deck Floodlight Manual and electric bilge pumps Navigation lights Cockpit enclosure New 2015 Flybridge cover Boarding ladder Warps and fenders Boathook Radio Engine spares (filters, hoses and belts) Flares Fire extinguishers First Aid Kit Mechanical and Rigging : Construction: GRP constructed yacht with planing hull. Under water areas anti fouled in July 2017. Large foredeck with area of non slip to assist when anchoring. Added protection from stainless steel rails. Large anchor locker in bow with manual windlass and bow roller. Large cockpit with engine access and below deck storage. Rod holders built into gunwhales port and starboard. Large GRP bathing platform with access ladder and snap davit fittings. Stainless steel and GRP tread ladder leads to Command bridge. Removable cockpit table. Engine & Electrics: Vessel powered by a Mercruiser 5.7L inboard petrol engine. This 230hp unit has been well maintained and was completely overhauled in 2013. Alpha One sterndrive with 3 bladed alloy propeller fitted in 2013. Wheel operated hydraulic steering at lower helm. Upper helm inoperable at moment and is awaiting a part. Engine housed at the stern and easily accessed from the cockpit sole. This allows great access for servicing or daily checks. Bank of 3X 12V batteries providing engine start and domestic power. These have been replaced within the last 18 months. Batteries recharged via engine alternator or the battery charger when connected to shore power.
