Nelson 34
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- Boat REF# · 342606
- LOA · 10.36m
- Year · 1966
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Full-displacement
- Berths · 2
- Engine · 2 x Diesel 180hp, Mermaid Turbo Four (1982)
- Lying · Isle of Wight
Extra Details
| Designer | Peter Thornycroft |
|---|---|
| Builder | Keith, Nelson and Co. (Bembridge)/F.S. Dinnis Ltd |
| Lying | Isle of Wight |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x Diesel 180hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Mermaid Turbo Four (1982) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 4854 engine2= 4861 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 10 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 17 knots |
Engine data to be confirmed
Dimensions
| LOA | 10.36m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 9.45m |
| Beam | 3.05m |
| Draft Max | 1.10m |
| Displacement | 6,096kg (13,442.3lbs) |
| Storage | On mooring |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 2 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-displacement |
| Finish | Gelcoat finish |
Tank capacities to be confirmed
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 2 |
|---|---|
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
Berths convert to double with infill
Cockpit seating and dining
Shower attachment over basin
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Grill | |
| Sink | |
| Curtains | |
| Pressurised water system |
Berths convert to double with infill
Cockpit seating and dining
Shower attachment over basin
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Warps | |
|---|---|
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Instrument Covers | |
| Cockpit Enclosure | |
| Bimini |
Electric Vetus windlass
1 anchors
(Bruce)
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| VHF | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter |
Safety Equipment
| Life jackets | |
|---|---|
| Horn |
3 bilge pumps (1 manual / 2 Electric)
Broker's Comments
Thornycroft/Nelson designs are synonymous with fast working craft, patrol boats and the like where sea-keeping qualities at speed were the priority. The Nelson 34, famously built on the Isle of Wight since 1962, were regularly seen on pilot duties or in use by the Royal Navy to ferry officers to their ships. When retired from service they are often fitted out as motor cruisers and enjoyed by owners who appreciate style.
There are many different internal configurations on the same hull. This particular relatively early 34 has the shorter wheelhouse which gives good accommodation forward and then a fantastic cockpit area aft with lots of space for relaxing and entertaining. This layout means she is very easy to move around. The deck is only slightly above pontoon level and so stepping aboard for berthing is as safe as it gets with side decks wide enough to go all around her. Once inboard there are only a couple of wide steps down to the accommodation so again, nice and easy.
This Nelson 34 is just lovely! Still very original with everything you expect from a Nelson of this era and she really appears cared for by an owner who knows what he is doing. She is due some varnish in places but has just gone back afloat so her underwater jobs are done ready for the season.
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?
7 years
Why are you selling her?
Retiring from boating
Where have you sailed her?
Solent, South coast UK