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This would be ideal for someone wanting to fit out a boat that they intend to live aboard and continuously cruise.We originally intended a top-end liveaboard, and commissioned the shell in 2023. Unfortunately we ran out of money and our plans ended up changing, so we are now looking to part with it. We are selling it with the full plans and parts list for a serial hybrid build-out, with huge fresh and black water tanks, 40KW batteries, solar panels etc. etc.The absolutely unique feature is the double-chined hull – which means it has a shallow draft on the outside edges, and a whole 12 inches of space under the floor, allowing for an amazing amount of storage. The hull is designed to be low-drag, making it 30-40% more efficient and hence ideal for electric propulsion.A prototype of a revolutionary new design in narrowboat shellsInnovative double-chined bottom providing exceptional handling, efficiency and massive under-deck storage.Hull Skin tanks for an integrated heat-exchange heating and cooling systemComprehensive plans for a ’Tidal Water’ version – serial hybrid 50 hp beta marine engine, 40 KW battery system, blown air heating and air-conditioning, full mechanical, electrical and plumbing schematics, a complete part list, and three interior layout designs, including 3D modelling etc.There are two purchase options:Shell Only – as-is for you to fit out as you wish. Transportation can be arranged.Sailaway Option – the boat is currently at one of the premium boatbuilder yards, who can fit it out as a Lined or Unlined Sailaway – either the ’Tidal Water’ hybrid version as originally designed, a lesser specked Inland Water (all-electric) version, or to some other specification as desired. Contact me for viewing.
Current Price: £35000.00
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