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Bruce Roberts Charter 45 for sale in Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago

$58,000

OFFERED BY

The Multihull Company

LOCATION

Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago

YEAR

1990

LENGTH

49.18 ft.

DETAILS

Condition

Used

Name

Alacrity

Year

1990

Make & Model

Bruce Roberts Charter 45

Boat type

Sail

Length

49.18 ft.

Location

Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago

MEASUREMENTS

Beam

13.25 ft.

Cabins

3

Draft Max

6.0 ft.

DESCRIPTION

Alacrity was built by Fortuna Boat Builders, a professional builder, in Cape Town South Africathen launched in 1990. For the next several years, Alacrity sailed proudly in the waters of theSouth Atlantic before her next adventure.Alacrity was completely overhauled in 2006 for a global circumnavigation. The hull, from about12 above the waterline to the keel, has a progressive 6 to 12 additional layers of fibreglass toreinforce the hull in preparation of the circumnavigation.Alacrity has 2 separate lifting ring positions on the main cabin roof. One is over the main engineposition and the other is over the generator position. No additional reinforcement is needed tolift the engine or generator other than your lifting hoists. Youll see these in the picturesThis is arguably the strongest built boat you will find from the main cabin roof structure to thedecks to the hull, its purposefully overbuilt for trans-oceanic safety. ** Constructed / approvedfor Ocean going unrestricted.In the pictures, youll also see a fantastic manually lowering/raising dive & swim platform! Abrilliant system that wont add to power usage. Other vessels in your anchorage will be jealousof this great system indeed!Adding to the impressive overall hull safety of Alacrity is a series of new upgrades /improvements you will appreciate.New within the past 10 months:New Eno stove/oven installed January 2023New Isotherm Galley refrigerator installed January 2023Main Freezer in Aft Cabin under the bunk surface fully serviced and now dialled in for its sweetspot of operation. Since the tweaking of the freezer system, power consumption has beenreduced by 65 - 70%..New 8 battery house bank of 900 am hours installedNew 12 volt generator start battery installedNearly 1 KW of solar panels & Solar control installed. Yup, sunny days = ZERO generator timeeven with the main freezer unit running in addition to the galley fridge system.All overhead hatches improved or repaired as needed to ensure good airflow. All hatches havefull bug screen coverings you can toss over them as needed for mosquito free comfort.All water filters replaced with new.New, unopened water maker membrane is still in its box waiting for you.All mooring lines, newAll fenders, new4 Man Life raft, new, installed Starboard side aft.4 New life vests, still in the plastic bagsTo sum it all up, this is one strong, safe, open ocean capable sailing vessel just waiting for hernext adventure! Will it be you??

Overview

Alacrity overview
BRUCE ROBERTS 45 CHARTER, 1989, launched 1990, 3 cabin layout.LOA: 15.00mLWL: 13.68mBEAM: 4.04mDRAFT: 1.83mDISP: 18,000kg 5,000 kg lead ballastBuilders: Fortuna Boat Builders, Cape town South AfricaDesigner: Bruce RobertsFlag: Canadian registration – Alacrity Clear Title
Alacrity was completely overhauled in 2006 for a global circumnavigation. The hull, from about12 above the waterline to the keel, has a progressive 6 to 12 additional layers of fibreglass toreinforce the hull in preparation of the circumnavigation.
Alacrity has 2 separate lifting ring positions on the main cabin roof. One is over the main engineposition and the other is over the generator position. No additional reinforcement is needed tolift the engine or generator other than your lifting hoists.
This is arguably the strongest built boat you will find from the main cabin roof structure to thedecks to the hull, its overbuilt for safety.
Construction
All GRP, with non-slip finish on deck. Deck painted 2018, centre cockpit.
The hull was reinforced in 2006 with 6-12 layers of Biax fibreglass ranging up to 30cm abovethe waterline using West System epoxies, prior to a circumnavigation.There is a folding Swimming/dive platform can be lowered from the stern to the waterline, foreasy access from the water.
MechanicalsVolvo Penta MD40 6 cylinder 85hp diesel engine.Shaft drive to propeller.Wheel steering.Hydrovane self-steering wind vane.Hydraulic steering – All replaced in May of 2023.
TANKAGE:Fuel capacity of 400 litres of diesel in 3 stainless steel tanksWater capacity of 500 litres in 6 stainless steel tanks
ELECTRICS and FREE power systems!2 40a battery chargers – run from the 220 volt power provided by the Generator8 x Trojan 6v batteries for a house bank of 900 ah.
Separate, start battery for the generator.
All batteries replaced in January 2023
Kubota 2 cylinder diesel generator, 220v/50Hz, overhauled 2022.5kw modified sine wave inverter for proper 110 Volt power1000w sine wave inverter – for 220 volt powerShore power with cable – 220 volt systemSolar panel generation system 930 watts through 3 310 solar panels – New May 20232 x wind generators
WATER:Hot and cold pressurized water systemWater heated in tank with 220v immersion heater or engine heat exchanger but only duringgenerator or engine operation.Village Marine 12v water-maker 7 gal/h (New uninstalled membrane)Manual fresh water foot pump in the galleyAll water filters replaced with new in May of 2023
Rigging/SparsClassic sloop rig.Sail bag.Roller furling genoa.2 spinnaker poles for downwind butterfly sailing.Standing rigging replaced 2013, all 10mm. – Rig inspected by a professional Rigger in May of2023
SAILS:Main, Genoa, Spinnaker
AccommodationSleeps 6 in 3 double cabins.
Aft Cabin sleeping surface is very large and can be fitted with anysort of mattress desired.Twin forward cabins with upper/lower bunks each and shared heads in the forwardcompartment.Forward Head and Aft Cabin Head- toilet and sink only.Aft cabin head toilet replaced in 2022Main Salon with large seating area with to starboard, navigation station forward, U-shapedgalley and L shaped dinette area to port.All upholstery new as of March 2023
NAVIGATION:Raymarine radar2 x autopilots, one with gyro-controlGPS and plotterSteering compassForward looking sonar and depth finderHydrovane self-steering wind vane.
DOMESTIC:New stove/oven installed January 2023New Isotherm Galley Fridge installed January 2023Main Freezer in Aft Cabin under the bunk surface.Magma stainless steel BBQ mounted on aft starboard rail
SAFETY:New 4 man life raft mounted on starboard side aft rail, outboard without any restrictions. Properpaperwork available for the raft certification.4 New Life Jackets, still in the packages with proper paperwork.

Recent Upgrades

12 v / 220 v galley refrigeration plus associated equipment – removed and replaced with a modern Isotherm 12 v fridge
galley stove/oven replaced with a new modern unit
propane gas lines replaced
all fuel lines & filters replaced for both the engine and generator
all house bank batteries replaced
Main starter battery replaced
solar power generation capability upgraded to 930 watts
new battery monitoring system by Victron installed
electrical system improvements made, ongoing
Wind generators upgraded
Steering hydraulic lines removed and replaced with new upgraded lines
Steering hydraulic ram removed, serviced, tested and reinstalled
all water filters replaced
hatches: some glass replaced as needed, all seals improved, all hinges updated
dinghy hoist mechanism replaced
Main engine cooling system replaced
All main cabin upholstery & cushions replaced
New window shades
All windows covered with anti sun window film
Aft Head replaced with new toilet unit
New 4 man life raft installed on starboard side stern rail
New proper life jackets acquired
Fire extinguisher now on board
All fenders replaced
All mooring lines replaced
Dinghy replaced with 8 Apex RIB
Outboard motor, new Tohatsu 5 hp
Freezer unit compressor serviced & improved
Freezer box volume reduced for better performance
Generator electrical production bearings replaced & serviced
4th bank of batteries installed bringing the house bank to 900 AH
Battery banks correctly rewired
Rigging inspected & jib roller at masthead replaced
New VHF installed
New hand held VHF acquired

PROPULSION

ENGINE 1

Engine Manufacturer

Volvo Penta

Engine Model

MD40

Drive Type

Inboard

Fuel Type

Diesel

Horse Power

85

Hours

3500

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HULL

Designer

Bruce Roberts

Hull Material

fiberglass

Hull

XXXXXXXXXXXX

OTHER

Builder

Fortuna Boat Builders

Total Engine Horse Power

85

Fresh Water Tanks Number

Yes

Fresh Water Tank Material

Stainless Steel

Fuel Tanks Capacity

1514.16 liters

Fuel Water Tanks Number

Yes

No of Heads

2

Keel Type

Fin Keel

Length Overall

14.99 meters

Nominal Length

13.72 meters

Water Tanks Capacity

1514.16 liters

Windlass Code

Electric

Waterline Length

44.67 ft

Fuel Tanks Material

Stainless Steel

ABOUT BRUCE ROBERTS CHARTER 45

The Bruce Roberts Charter 45 is 49 feet long and has a 13 feet beam and a draft of 1.83 meters. This Bruce Roberts Charter 45 is powered by Volvo Penta MD40 with 85 horsepower.. The Bruce Roberts Charter 45 is made of fiberglass.

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