Boat Overview
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General Description
Arctic Vixen is designed by renowned naval architect TED BREWER. This aluminum version of his Arden class has also been built in fiberglass and steel. According to Steve Dashew in his book “Offshore Cruising Encyclopedia,” she is “a go anywhere, do anything, bullet proof cruising yacht.” Arctic Vixen lives up to this high praise. She has proven to be a fast, easily handled boat, even sailed by an elderly couple, with the owner being 82 years old.

Construction and Design
The primary concerns in the construction and outfitting of the boat have been safety, reliability, and simplicity. Arctic Vixen is a sailor’s boat ready to go anywhere in the world. The beautiful interior features mahogany walls and other exotic woods, contrasting with the functional exterior. The boat boasts beautiful lines with its graceful sheer and modest overhangs.

Specifications


Type: Three masted tern schooner

Design Length on Deck: 61 feet

Panama Canal Measurement: 72.18 feet


Sails and Performance
Arctic Vixen carries a generous sail area, including:

Jib on roller furling
Staysail on roller furling
Fore sail with in-boom furling
Main sail with in-boom furling
Dutchman mizzen sail

All sails are controlled from the cockpit. Additional sails include:

Gennaker or Code Zero
Fisherman
Mizzen staysail
Storm sail
Light air jib for downwind sailing

A spinnaker and a second serviceable jib are stored in a locker in Trinidad.

Reefing and Speed
Reefing is simple due to the in-boom furling, which is superior to in-mast furling. In winds above 25 knots, the owners usually sail with just the jib and the mizzen, cruising at 8 to 10 knots. In light winds of 8 knots, she will make 4 knots with the appropriate sail combination. Under power, she cruises at 6-7 knots at 2300 rpm and can reach 9 knots in calm conditions at 2700 rpm.

Anchoring and Cleats
The primary anchor is a Bruce 110 pounds on 300 feet of oversized chain, operated by a Maxwell windlass. A second anchor is a Fortress FX-125 with 30 feet of chain and 300 feet of braided nylon rope. A third anchor, a Fortress FX-55, is located at the aft of the boat.
There are double cleats mid-ship for spring lines, and all dock lines are 1 inch braided nylon. The aft deck features 300 feet of ¾ inch braided nylon line on a reel.

Dinghy and Storage
Over the butterfly hatch midship is a frame for carrying a dinghy. The overbuilt davits allow the owners to carry a 10 foot 4 inch Highfield dinghy with the motor mounted on the davits. The dinghy and engine are included with the boat. The dinghy was new in January 2023, while the engine is 5 years old.
There are two deck lockers mid-ship built into the hard dogger, with the port-side locker holding propane tanks. A teak deck box near the main mast is for sail cover storage.

Aft Deck Features
The aft deck includes an aluminum storage locker for outboard engine gasoline and oil. All flammables are stored above deck. A BBQ with shelves and a deck shower are also present.
Ladders built into the railings provide access for dinghy or swimming. There is also ladder access to the dinghy on the stern.

Below Deck Layout
Below deck features a fore-peak chain locker in the bow with easy access. A half-height watertight bulkhead separates it from the forepeak cabin, which has been framed for two single berths but is intended for sail and rope storage. A full watertight bulkhead separates this cabin from the main cabins.
The main cabin contains 3 single berths, a hanging closet, a desk, and a wash basin. Ventilation is provided by a ceiling hatch, 4 port lights, and a dorade.

Saloon and Galley
The saloon features generous seating and an exceptional table that seats 8. The port and starboard settees can be used as berths if necessary. A storage cabinet is located on the port side, with a bookcase and spirits locker on the starboard side. The head and shower are on the starboard side, followed by the galley.
The galley has ample storage, a near centerline double sink draining to a holding tank, a four burner Force 10 stove, a fridge below, and a microwave at eye level. The galley is conveniently located at the foot of the companionway stairs.

Owner's Cabin
The owner's cabin features 3 large hanging closets, 10 good sized drawers, and two shoe boxes for ample storage. A small dressing area with an open hanging closet houses the water maker. The owner's head is adjacent to the dressing area, and ventilation is provided by an open deck hatch, 4 port lights, and a dorade.

Navigation and Cockpit
The cockpit has a hard dogger with Diamond Seaglase tempered glass. It features a large table area for charts, a VHF mike, and power outlets. The chart plotter and AIS are on the starboard side. The cockpit comfortably seats 8 and includes 8 Andersen winches for quick sail adjustments.

Lazaret and Storage
A waterproof deck hatch opens to a lazaret for storing the drogue, emergency tiller, and dock lines. This lazaret also provides access to the quadrant and rudder post.

Turn Key Condition
Arctic Vixen will be sold with everything necessary to simply “sail away.” This includes all kitchen equipment, bedding and towels, a complete set of instruction manuals, and small tools.OtherSpecsBuilder: Arden YachtsDesigner: Ted BrewerKeel: FinHull Shape: MonohullDimensionsLOA: 60ftBeam: 14 ft 4"Maximum Draft: 5 ft 9inEngineEngine Brand: YanmarYear Built: 2005Engine Type: InboardEngine/Fuel Type: DieselLocation: CenterPropeller: Folding propellerEngine Power: 110 HPTanks
Fuel Tanks: 100 Gallons
Fresh Water Tank: 180 Gallons
Holding Tank: 100 Gallons
AccommodationsNumber of cabins: 4Number of heads: 2Single Berth : 3Double Berth : 2 Electrical EquipmentShore Power Inlet : Inverter : Transformer 110/220 ElectronicsDepthsounder: FurunoWind Speed and Direction: SimradRepeater(s: TV Set: Navigation Center: VCR: Plotter: Furuno NavnetDVD Player: Autopilot: FurunoRadio: Compass: FurunoCD Player: GPS: Furuno & A Garmin HandheldVHF: Icom With Remote Station Inside EquipmentElectric Bilge Pump :4Oven: Manual Bilge Pump: 2Microwave Oven: Marine Head: 2Heating: Hot Water: Refrigerator: 24vFresh Water Maker: Battery Charger: Outside EquipmentTeak Cockpit: Cockpit Shower: Outboard Engine Brackets: Davit(s): Radar Reflector: Wind Generator: Tender: Highfield Aluminum Dingy 10’ 4” New January 2023Solar Panel: Liferaft: Cockpit Cushions: Cockpit Table: Swimming Ladder: RiggingSteering Wheel: Spinnaker Pole: 2 SailsFully Battened Mainsail: Storm Jib: Spinnaker: Furling Mainsail: Asymmetric Spinnaker: Furling Genoa: Additional InformationElectronicsIcom SSB with spare mike and cordIcom VHF with remote stationStandard Horizon VHF (spare) Proctor modemGarmin handheld GPS/mapSimrad AIS on separate antennaFuruno dule GPSIsland Time WIFI “BULLET”Furuno NAVNET chart plotter TZ3Furuno remote multi-function displayFuruno AutopilotFuruno depth sound/fish finderFuruno electronic compassSimrad wind indicatorIrdium GO sat phoneSPOT satellite Personal Tracker (2) Electrical System24 volt house batteries on 4 Lifeline AGM battery providing 500 amp hours @24 volts12 volt Lifeline AGM engine starter battery charged directly from engine, by shore power or by inverter from house batteries, emergency switch in engine room to start engine directly from house batteries12 volt communication battery continuously charge by inverter from house battery12 volt outlets and electronic by inverter from house batteriesTransformer to switch shore power from 110 to 220 or 220 to 110, when on shore power protects boat from stary currents24 volt panel, 12 volt panel and 110 panelAlternators: conventional engine mounted alternator to charge engine, separate oversized alternator for house batteriesAir Marine 400 watt wind turbine4 rail mounted adjustable solar panels total 700 wattsShore power cableLED lighting throughout boat, deck lights, nav lights etc.Several 24 volt adjustable fans24 volt fridgeMicrowave DINGY etcHighfield aluminum dingy 10’ 4” new January 2023Tohasu 9.8 hpHonda 2.3 hp2 kayaks and paddles4 dive tanks etcSwim ladder2 boat hooksBosun chairsATN top climber SAFETYEPIRB new January 20232 life slingsThrowing ring6 person life raftSolid aluminum rails fore and aft with high SS life lines between“Bum bars” at all mastsStainless steel jack linesDeck harnesses/PDFsDroguePropane snifferAutomatic bilge pumpsOnly 3 openings below the water line – depth sounder, prop shaft and sea chest3 watertight bulkheadsHard dodger2 dutchman boom brakes (fore and main sails)Fire extinguishers in all cabins and common areas.Tredmaster deck coveringAnti siphon valvesSet of fenders Sun CoversThe fully enclosed cockpit protects against the sunFore deck sun coverMidship sun cover used only at anchor or on the hard goes, above the cockpit covers and reduces heating from the sun.Aft deck sun coverCockpit port and starboard sun covers used when side panels are up and can be used when sailing SPARE PARTSAndersen self-tailing winchAdditional dock linesExtra SnubberFresh water pressure pumpMacerator pumpPump for headsBilge pumpSeveral hundred feet of Marlow 10 and 12 meter ropeVarious electrical cabling and wireVarious hoses and tubingVarious electrical partsBlocksShacklesNorseman fittingsExtensive inventory of stainless steel bolts and screwsFilters, water, diesel etcFixed stainless steel propUsed jib in storage in TrinidadDingy gas canVHF antenna Shakespeare 5215
This 2005 Custom Arden 60 is listed for sale in Jolly Harbour, Saint Paul Parish. With a 60ft layout and used condition, this boat is suited to buyers looking for sail options in this location. View full details, photos and specifications for reference RB646700 on Rightboat.