Boat Finder Ref Number 080052

43ft x 12ft Very rare, original Dutch Barge. Dutch clog shaped with small spritsail rig of Ketch configuration.

A great opportunity to own a rare, historic craft that has been lovingly restored and maintained. Classed as category C it is totally self sufficient and fully equipped to cruise the canals and rivers of Europe. Comfortably fitted with lots of good old fashioned character. Converted from commercial use by a previous Dutch owner. Extensively cruised around Europe. All sails new in 2005.

This boat is being sold with the benefit of a 2006 survey. Moorings also available by separate negotiation.

Lying Oxfordshire

Guided Tour
For more information and views of the boat, follow the guided tour links below:

• The Interior Boat Plan
• From the Bow
• Generic fixtures and fittings
• Bedroom 4’ 4” x 6’ 4”
• Bathroom 6’ 4” x 4’
• Toilet 3’6” x 2’
• Saloon 12’x 8’
• Galley 7’ 4” x 4’ 5”
• Wheelhouse 7’6” x 5’3” & Stern deck 6’ 8”
• Specifications

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Arranging a viewing
If you would like to inspect the boat, please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a viewing. Call us on 01270 760799, or alternatively fill in the viewing request form

The Interior Boat Plan

From the Bow

The bow is 8’ 5” and has a hatch to the forward hold. The generator is housed here as well as the two 500 litre stainless steel water tanks. The mast is mounted on the forward deck.

Generic fixtures and fittings

Interior linings are veneered Ply, hardwood tongue and groove, these have either been painted or varnished. There are curtains to all windows and a spare set of curtains are included.

Bedroom 4’ 4” x 6’ 4”

Furniture: 4’ x 6’4” fixed double bed with storage space beneath. Lighting: 2 x opening brass portholes. 1 x window to the front bulkhead. 1 x 12v, ceiling mounted round light. Flooring: Carpet.

Bathroom 6’ 4” x 4’

The cabin bathroom has ceramic tiled splash-back areas around the bath and a white suite comprising: Suite; Wash basin, chrome taps and a shelf beneath. Full size bath telephone style chrome shower attachment and mixer taps. Medicine cabinet. Large wall mirror. Lighting: 2 x opening brass portholes. 1 x window to the front bulkhead. 1 x 12v, ceiling mounted round light. Flooring: Carpet.

Toilet 3’6” x 2’

Suite: Sea toilet. (The sea toilet will be replaced with a cassette toilet.) Lighting: 2 x oval portholes. 1 x 12v, ceiling mounted round light. Flooring: Beige cushion floor.

Saloon 12’x 8’

A half glazed, leaded, sliding door leads from the forward cabin to the lounge. Fixed Furniture: Under deck storage cupboards and wardrobes running the full length of the lounge on both sides. Loose Furniture: Three seat settee that converts to a double bed. 2 x ladder-back armchairs. Lighting: 4 x windows. 4 x 12v, ceiling mounted round lights. 1 x 12v, brass wall lamp. 1 x Roof box. Heating: 1 x large oil fired stove set on a tiled hearth. Flooring: Blue/green patterned carpet and beech block effect laminate flooring.

Galley 7’ 4” x 4’ 5”

The galley has custom built units with ceramic tiled worktops and full height tiling to the splash-backs. Base Units: 2 x large base cabinets. Fridge housing. Appliances: Elba, inset four burner gas hob. Panasonic combination microwave/oven/grill. Electrolux, three way, multi fuel fridge. Inset, round enamelled sink with monobloc tap. Lighting: 2 x windows. 2 x opening brass portholes. 2 x 12v, ceiling mounted round lights. Power: 2 x 250v sockets. Flooring: Grey carpet tiles.

Wheelhouse 7’6” x 5’3” & Stern deck 6’ 8”

Steps lead from the galley to the wheelhouse. The hardwood wheelhouse is fully glazed and has upholstered seating with storage space in the base where the batteries are housed. Hardwood, 1/2 glazed, sliding doors either side of the wheelhouse lead to the rear deck which has a safety rail around the stern. The engine is located beneath the wheelhouse. Controls: The single lever engine control is mounted on the starboard side. Large ships wheel and engine control panel with GPS and echo sounder is mounted on the aft bulkhead at the steering position. There is an emergency tiller. Other Features: Large storage locker on the rear deck. Anchor winch. Life belt. Light: Glazed to all sides. 2 x 12v, ceiling mounted round lights. Power: 2 x 250v power sockets. 1 x 12v charger socket.

Specifications

HULL & SUPERSTRUCTURE
Built in 1904 restored in recent years.
Dutch barge
Iron riveted hull, 5mm superstructure.

BUILDER
Originally a Isselak sailing barge built by Ombekeemd Oudeekeek in 1904.

INSULATION
Polystyrene insulation behind the cabin linings.

BALLAST
Lead and ballast blocks under the floorboards.

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length: 43’
Cabin Length: 28’ 2”
Width: 12’
Interior Headroom: 6’ 3”
Rear Deck: 6’ 8”
Draft: 3’ 3”

WINDOWS, DOORS & HATCHES
Port: 3 x opening brass portholes. 3 x windows.
Starboard: 3 x opening brass portholes. 3 x windows.
Roof: 1 x roof box.
Front: 2 x windows. 2 x oval portholes.
Rear: Hardwood rear door. Fully glazed wheelhouse with half glazed side doors.

GAS
1 x 11kg Propane cylinder, housed in the aft locker, provides gas to the hob and fridge.

WATER
2 x 500 litre stainless steel water tanks are housed beneath the front deck. The water pump and accumulator are located in the engine room. The 55 litre, twin coil calorifier is heated by the engine heat exchanger and/or the 1000w emersion heater.

HEATING
Heating is provided by the Pelgrim drip fed diesel/Kerosene stove in the lounge.

ELECTRICS
12v lights throughout protected by fuses.
240v circuit from landline with RCD.
1 x 250 AC, 2.5kva engine driven alternator.
1 x 12v 50 amp/hr engine driven alternator.
2 x 12v 200 amp/hr engine start batteries.
2 x 12v, 200 amp/hr deep cycle leisure batteries.
1500w inverter.
250/35 amp/hr charger.
2kva engine driven generator.
2 x solar panels to charge start battery.
GPS.
Echo sounder
Full sea going navigation lights.
Deck light.
Anchor light.

FIRE SAFETY
5 x 6kg Dry Powder extinguishers
1 x Fire Blanket

EXTERIOR FINISH
The boat was last painted in 2005. The hull is protected by anti-fouling and 6 anodes. The boat was last docked for anti-fouling and the anodes renewed in 2006.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS OF INVENTORY
The boat comes equipped with the normal cruising inventory including ropes and fenders. Any other items not listed must be by separate negotiation with the owners.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The boat is powered by a DAF 615 120hp, 6 cylinder, marine diesel engine with Paragon HF7 gearbox with 3:1 reduction, turning the propeller. The exhaust is lagged, silenced and vents out from under the side deck. The engine powers two alternators, 1x 12v, 1 x 250AC to charge the start batteries and the 2 leisure batteries.

PLEASE NOTE: The information contained in this brochure is based on our own inspection and information provided by the owner and is intended as a sales aid only to assist you to decide whether you would like to move to the next stage and view the boat for yourself. Measurements can only be taken as approximate. Nothing contained herein constitutes a contract or offer. This is not a survey. We always recommend that a full survey is carried out prior to purchase.

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