• Successfully conceived as a fast-cruising yacht able to be sailed by a crew of two. Her accommodation provides luxury for up to seven guests in three en-suite staterooms.
• Marten Yachts, New Zealand, built her to the most exacting standards in 2000 using carbon Kevlar composites. She was launched in 2001. Marten Yachts is regarded as one of, if not the leading manufacturer of these materials.
• Extensively refitted in 2011 and in 2022. Re-launched as a new yacht in August 2022 with new15 mm thick teak decks, full respray of hull and topsides and complete overhaul of mast and mechanical systems.
• New Bimini, cockpits cushions and mast to stern sun awning • Professionally maintained since re-launch by meticulous owner. She remains today in a “new” condition.
• Interior design by Peter Sym and fit-out supervised by Nick Scantlebury. Soft furnishings updated in 2012.
• CAT A MedAire MedLink Medical Kit including oxygen and defibrillator.
• Comprehensive onboard and onshore spares. On-board spares enable long periods of independent cruising as all system-critical spares are carried.
• Complete with 300 page “manual” written by current owner to ensure ease of running and maintenance by any crew.
• Elapsed IRC certificate and wind polars by Judel/Vrolijk for occasional leisurely racing.
Specifications
Overview
- Name:NIMROD
- Yacht Type:Sail Yacht
- Builder:Marten
- Exterior Designer:Judel/Vrolijk & Co
- Refits:2012-01-01, 2022-01-01
Dimensions
- Length Overall:24.5 metres
- Length at Waterline:20.8 metres
- Beam:6.25 metres
- Max Draught:3.9 metres
- Displacement Tonnage:45000
Construction
- Builder:Marten
- Year of Build:2001
- Hull Type:Carbon Kevlar Composites
- Classification:LR
Performance & Capacities
- Max Speed:11 kn
- Cruising Speed:9 kn
- Range:1500 nm
- @ 9 kn
Engines
- Engine Make:Lugger
- Total power:250hp
Materials
- Hull:Carbon Kevlar Composites
- Superstructure:GRP
- Deck:Teak
Accommodation
- Guests:7
- Passenger Rooms:3