FolkDancer 27
38 hrs only Beta Marine 15hp
- Boat REF# · 311313
- LOA · 8.23m
- Year · 1965
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Long keel
- Berths · 5
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 15hp, Beta Marine (2017)
- Lying · Suffolk
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Extra Details
| Designer | Frederick R Parker |
|---|---|
| Builder | Russell Marine |
| Lying | Suffolk |
| Fuel capacity | 50.0 ltr (11.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 15hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Beta Marine (2017) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 38 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 2 blade |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
Amazing low hours Beta Marine engine
Dimensions
| LOA | 8.23m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 6.00m |
| Beam | 2.29m |
| Draft Max | 1.38m |
| Displacement | 2,286kg (5,040.6lbs) |
| Storage | Ashore |
Rig
Sloop rigged Aluminium spars () with stainless steel standing rigging ()
Sails
| Mainsail | - Slab () 3 Reefs |
|---|---|
| Headsail | - Furling () |
| Other sails | Spinnaker x2 () |
Sails have been inspected and are in good order
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Long keel |
| Finish | Paint finish |
The sea toilet was removed to make room and reduce weight for day sailing but both can be reintroduced relatively easily. There is space for a water bag in the bow and a sea toilet with or without holding tank added or a Porta Potti used for convenience
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 5 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 3 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
2 burner paraffin cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Non-Smokers |
2 burner paraffin cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Sprayhood | |
| Spray dodgers | |
| Warps | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Instrument Covers |
1 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
2 anchors
(CQR)
10.00m of warp
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Echo sounder |
Safety Equipment
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)
Broker's Comments
A solid example of a Folkdancer 27, this boat has been owned by its current owner for the last two years but sadly time has not allowed her to be used as much as would have been liked.
The Folkdancer was the british interpretation of the Folkboat but in GRP so has a similar layout and specification
Equipped with a very low hours (38) Beta Marine 15hp engine, the old one having been replaced by the owner prior to this one; the engine itself means this offers incredible value. A healthy inventory including chart plotter, VHF with DSC, new compass and plenty of fenders and warps plus a solid mast, standing rigging and sails means this boat could be put on the water and used without delay.
Sails have been inspected and are in good order
Alternatively, work could be done whilst out of the water, such as recommissioning the manual water system, general DIY maintenance and cosmetic enhancements such as painting the top deck, varnishing the rails and a thorough clean, all work easily achieved by a competent DIYer.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
2 years
Why are you selling her?
No time to use her
Where have you sailed her?
East of England (Stour, Deben, Blackwater)