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Formosa Tri-Cabin Trawler 40

Covered Moorage Transferrable!
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  307253
  • Length  ·  40'0"
  • Year  ·  1978
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Semi-Displacement
  • Sleeping berths  ·  6
  • Engine  ·  2 x diesel 130hp, Isuzu Pisces (1978)
  • Lying  ·  Tacoma WA USA - shown by appointment
Boatshed Seattle
Boatshed Seattle
Dave Carleson

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Formosa Boat Building Co. LTD, Taiwan
Lying Tacoma WA USA - shown by appointment
Fuel capacity 600.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity 110.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 25.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 2 x diesel 130hp
Engine make and model Isuzu Pisces (1978)
Engine Hours engine1= 3450
engine2= 3450
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive shaft
Prop(s) 3 blade bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 2.5 USG /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 8 knots
Max speed (approx) 10 knots

Engines serviced 2020; only 20 hours since service.
Bottom paint 2018; washed 2020 with new zincs.
Bilge was cleaned by Harbor Marine, July 2021.
Engine hours are estimated. Hour meter is inoperable.
MagnaSine Magnum Inverter/Charger
House batteries: 8; wet cell, 12 v
Start battery: 1 - Interstate 8D-MHD

Dimensions

Length 40'0"
LOD 40'0"
Beam 14'6"
Draft Min 4'6"
Displacement 30,005.2lbs
Headroom 6'0"
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 9 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Semi-Displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

LOA for Moorage: 40 (Currently lying in a 40 covered slip)
Tankage:
Fuel - Black Iron
Water - Plastic
Holding - Plastic
Heat: electric

Waterline Boats / Boatshed did not independently verify capacities, or dimensions described in this listing. Information is derived from seller-provided information and/or literature.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 6
No. of double berths 3
Cabin(s) 2
Sink 3
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Manual)

This Formosa Tri-Cabin, at 44 years, is in generally good condition with “good bones”. The exterior is original: teak decks, teak railings and teak window frames. The fiberglass hull and topsides appear to be in good condition; there are areas of water intrusion on the interior which do not seem active at this time.
She has wide side decks and bow for protection while underway and easy passage fore and aft to the stern sundeck and flybridge. A Livingston dinghy on the swim step is easily deployed for a quick trip to shore.
The interior teak throughout the boat is in good condition for a boat of this age. The forward guest cabin has a large v-berth which may be set up as individual sleeping berths and has storage below. The head compartment has a shower wand, toilet and sink.
The lower helm is starboard with a door to the side deck. The electronics are dated but reportedly work. The L-shaped galley is just aft. It has large counters for prepping food and quite a bit of storage area above and below the counters. A side-by-side sink, Dometic Freedom Fridge and Magic Chef four burner stove/oven complete the galley. The L-shaped settee and table are to port with ample room for a couple of chairs for guests. Large windows make the feel of this boat expansive, allow lots of light and grant beautiful views while at anchor.
The aft cabin has a large hanging locker to port just as you enter, the large full/queen berth is offset to port with a vanity table and beautiful mirror above, just next to the berth. Stairs to the aft deck are starboard with drawer and hanging storage along the starboard side. The head includes a separate tub/shower, toilet and sink with storage above and below.
In my opinion, a person who enjoys rejuvenating and preserving a classic will find satisfaction and accomplishment while owning this boat.

4 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

This Formosa Tri-Cabin, at 44 years, is in generally good condition with “good bones”. The exterior is original: teak decks, teak railings and teak window frames. The fiberglass hull and topsides appear to be in good condition; there are areas of water intrusion on the interior which do not seem active at this time.
She has wide side decks and bow for protection while underway and easy passage fore and aft to the stern sundeck and flybridge. A Livingston dinghy on the swim step is easily deployed for a quick trip to shore.
The interior teak throughout the boat is in good condition for a boat of this age. The forward guest cabin has a large v-berth which may be set up as individual sleeping berths and has storage below. The head compartment has a shower wand, toilet and sink.
The lower helm is starboard with a door to the side deck. The electronics are dated but reportedly work. The L-shaped galley is just aft. It has large counters for prepping food and quite a bit of storage area above and below the counters. A side-by-side sink, Dometic Freedom Fridge and Magic Chef four burner stove/oven complete the galley. The L-shaped settee and table are to port with ample room for a couple of chairs for guests. Large windows make the feel of this boat expansive, allow lots of light and grant beautiful views while at anchor.
The aft cabin has a large hanging locker to port just as you enter, the large full/queen berth is offset to port with a vanity table and beautiful mirror above, just next to the berth. Stairs to the aft deck are starboard with drawer and hanging storage along the starboard side. The head includes a separate tub/shower, toilet and sink with storage above and below.
In my opinion, a person who enjoys rejuvenating and preserving a classic will find satisfaction and accomplishment while owning this boat.

4 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Fenders
Davits
Swim Platform
Bimini

Electric McMurry windlass
1 anchors
(CQR)
50'0" of chain
200'0" of rode
Livingston dinghy ()
(Hard Dinghy)
8hp outboard, Tohatsu, Short shaft ()
Windlass: McMurry Model 1606; 12v
Anchor chain: 5/16" galvanized; Rode: 5/8" Nylon
Spare anchor: 20kg Bruce with tackle

Nav Equipment

Compass
Radar
VHF
GPS
Autopilot
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
Depth sounder

Navigation equipment:
Chartplotter/GPS: Garmin Echomap DV; Garmin GPSmap 220
Radar: Furuno 1800 w/ RA-48 Alarm
Autopilot: W-H Model P-2F
VHF: iCom IC-M80; iCom IC-M59
Fathometer: Hummingbird CVR200
Compass: Ritchie 3.5; Ritchie 2.5

Safety Equipment

Fume detector

2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 electric)

Bilge pumps:
Rule 1500 gph, 12v;
Shurflo 12v, 5/8" discharge

Broker's Comments

VIRTUAL TOUR - VIDEO - 100 + PHOTOS - FULL SPECS CAN BE VIEWED OF THIS 1978 FORMOSA 40 TRAWLER

Formosa Tri-Cabin Trawlers are classics. They have a terrific two-stateroom layout separated by the galley and saloon. The large master is aft with ensuite head and separate shower. The guest stateroom is forward, a v-berth and ensuite head with integrated shower.

The current owners have owned this Formosa Trawler for the past 23 years. They have raised their children on the water, enjoying many family memories.
She is a gem in the rough; the exterior brightwork and decks will benefit from the next owners' care and attention toward the restoration of her beauty.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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