Snapdragon 27 Bilge Keel Cruiser
With a decent sail locker
- Boat REF# · 327221
- Length · 27'2"
- Year · 1973
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Bilge
- Sleeping berths · 5
- Engine · 1 x diesel 13.5hp, Beta 13.5 ()
- Lying · Essex
Extra Details
| Designer | Thames Marine |
|---|---|
| Builder | Thames Marine |
| Lying | Essex |
| Fuel capacity | 32.0 ltr (7.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 90.0 ltr (19.8 USG) Total - 2 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 13.5hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Beta 13.5 () |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= Unknown |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | tiller |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 1.0 ltr (0.2 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 4 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 5 knots |
Dimensions
| Length | 27'2" |
|---|---|
| LWL | 22'9" |
| Beam | 8'6" |
| Draft Min | 2'11" |
| Draft Max | 2'11" |
| Displacement | 2,795kg (6,163.0lbs) |
| Storage | Ashore |
Rig
Sloop rigged Original Aluminium spars (1973) with Stainless Steel standing rigging ()
Sails
| Reefing mainsail | Unknown - Slab () Stack Pack, Fully Battened, Lazy Jacks, 3 Reefs |
|---|---|
| Other sails | Older Main Sail () |
| Older Genoa () | |
| Storm Jib () | |
| No1 Working Jib () | |
| Working Jib () |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery,
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Bilge |
| Finish | Gelcoat finish |
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 5 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 1 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
2 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Drapes | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system |
2 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Spray dodgers | |
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers |
2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
Manual Unknown windlass
2 anchors
(CQR and Fortress)
60'0" of chain
2 x Avon Dinghys (very used!) dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
2hp outboard, Seagull (not used for a long time but included in sale), Long shaft ()
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Wind | |
| VHF | |
| Clock | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Depth sounder |
Safety Equipment
| Life buoys |
|---|
1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 0 electric)
Broker's Comments
A much loved but now unused Snapdragon 27.
Over the years the current owners have enjoyed many miles of sailing and during this time she has always been looked after.
The Snapdragon 27 is a popular choice for those looking for a solid bilge keel sailing boat.
Of particular note:
- Complete set of sails (see photos).
- The engine was serviced earlier in 2022 no issues , engine is fine and there are lots of spares on board.
- Includes a handheld Standard Horizon VHF Marine radio HX500E (submersible VHF)
- 6 fenders and a bow fender
- Electrics were serviced in 2022, new control panel fitted
- Includes a drum of multi plait anchor line with chain
For more details or to arrange a viewing please contact a member of the Boatshed team.
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?
Since 1991
Why are you selling her?
No longer used
Where have you sailed her?
Essex coast and local waters