Design and Pedigree1990 Rustler 36 “Galliard”: a classic long-keel cruiser that beautifully blends traditional craftsmanship with modern sailing design. Built for serious passage-making, she combines elegance, seaworthiness, and comfort in equal measure. With encapsulated lead ballast, robust construction, and a reputation for handling heavy weather with ease, the Rustler 36 is a proven bluewater yacht.MaintenanceGalliard is freshly out of a significant refit. The teak side decking has been removed and in its place is low maintenance paint. The standing rigging has been replaced, some fresh running rigging installed and some renewed plumbing as required.Galliard has been lovingly maintained and upgraded by her current owners, featuring a new Yanmar engine (2021), new bow thruster (2023), and a host of cruising comforts including hot pressurised water and shore power. This stunning Rustler 36 is in turnkey condition and ready for her next adventure.ViewingsCurrently afloat in Lymington, please call our Falmouth office for further information. ConstructionType: Long-keel sailing yachtDesigner/Builder: Holman and Pye/Rustler Yachts (UK)Year: 1990Hull: Cygnus A1Material: GRPKeel: Encapsulated long keel with lead ballast – exceptional directional stability and seaworthinessDisplacement: Approx. 7.5 tonnes (typical Rustler 36)Certification: CE Category A (Ocean – typical for Rustler 36 class)Registration: Lloyds registeredDeck & RiggingAlloy mast and boom with mast stepsStanding rigging replaced 2026Inner forestay + masthead burgee and signal halyardsNew Harken roller reefing system (2023)Fully battened mainsail, genoa in good condition (regularly serviced)Hi-vis storm jibStack pack & lazy jacksSpinnaker poleHarken backstay tensionerAll lines led aft for easy short-handed sailingEco max 270 radar reflectorLewmar electric winch (port side, 2020)Lofrans windlass with Knox anchor 45 lbs + 50 m 10 mm chain (2020)Stainless steel guardrails with side gatesStainless boarding ladderDeck lifelines, side gates, and safety fittingsSun awning and spray hoodTeak decking professionally removed 2026Navigation & ElectronicsGarmin GPSmap 7XS chart plotterGarmin 128 GPSFull AIS systemRadarNavtexWind, speed, depth & log instrumentsSimrad autohelm + new tiller pilotWindpilot self-steering systemSony CD/radioIcom DSC VHFInverter & battery monitor displayGas monitorEPIRBEco Max 270 radar reflectorWifi 4G routerAccommodationsCabins: 2 + saloon berths including leigh clothsForward cabin: V-berth with in-fill (double), storage, overhead hatchSaloon: Port berth converts to a double; starboard berth singleAft quarter berth (small double)Heads: Refurbished Jabsco toilet (2024) with holding tank, shower head, and vanity unitGalley: Twin stainless sinks with pressurised hot & cold water, sea water pump, cooker (2-burner with grill), fridge (2018), dry storageShowers: 1 (hot water system)Upholstery and joinery of the highest traditional Rustler standardEngines & Mechanical SystemsEngine: Yanmar 3GM30F (new 2021) shaft drive – 550 hours3-bladed propellerNew cutlass bearing & PSS shaft seal (2024)Diesel purifier systemFuel Type: DieselFuel Tank: 151 L stainless steelWater Tank: 208 L stainless steelBow Thruster + bow thruster battery (Lofrans, new 2023) with remote & deck controls – excellent for tight manoeuvres4 × Batteries with intelligent charger (1xservice/ 2x domestic + bow thruster)Solar panel & Air Breeze wind generatorShore power systemPressurised hot/cold waterLED lights throughoutInventory & ExtrasFull cockpit tentNew sprayhood (2023)Cockpit tableFenders & warpsDanbuoy, 2 × horseshoe lifebuoysFire blanket