Island Packet 45 Proven Bluewater Cruiser, launched 1998.Island Packet 45 'CURIOSITY' exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales.Constructed with Island Packets robust full-foil keel and solid laminate hull, she offers outstanding directional stability and protection offshore, while her moderate rig and cutter-style sail plan make her easy to manage by a short-handed crew. The Island Packet 45 is equally at home on ocean passages or extended coastal cruising.Below decks, the Island Packet 45 features a warm, traditional interior with abundant natural light, excellent ventilation, and generous headroom throughout. The spacious saloon provides comfortable seating for dining or relaxing, complemented by a well-equipped galley designed for safe use at sea. Accommodation includes a large owners stateroom, guest cabin, and multiple electric heads with holding tank, making her ideal for couples, families, or extended cruising.On deck, the wide sided decks, deep cockpit, and substantial deck hardware enhance safety and ease of movement, while abundant storage ensures everything has its place for long-distance cruising. Known for her heavy-weather capability and forgiving motion, the Island Packet 45 inspires confidence wherever she sails.Fully equipped by the current owner for long term comfortable cruising, extensively refurbished in 2021 and 2022 for long term extended range blue water passage making.Australian Registered a bonus.Lots of spares.Highly regarded for her build quality and enduring value, the Island Packet 45 remains one of the most desirable true cruising yachts in her class.Specifications:Designer : Bob JohnsonBuilder : Island PacketWater (Potable) Capacity (l) : 950Hull Construction Material : FiberglassHull Type : MonohullDeck Construction Material : FibreglassCountry Origin : USALength (feet) : 45 feetLength (m) : 13.79 mLength Waterline (m) : 11.45 mBeam/Width (feet) : 13.33 feetBeam/Width (m) : 4.06 mDraft (m) : 1.46 mDraft (feet) : 4'9 feetKeel/Ballast : 12500Dry Weight (kgs) : 12882 kgsNumber of Helms : 1Displacement : 28400Engine Notes : 1998 YanmarNumber Of Engines : 1Stroke : 4Engine Hours : 4800Horse Power (hp) : 62Drive Type : ShaftdriveEngine Room : Located under cockpit with multiple doors for accessGenerator : Balmar 120A with upgraded belts. Duogen wind/water hydro generator, 2 x solar panels = plenty of power.Number of Batteries : Lithium batteries 400ah + starter Victron Inverter 3000w + MPTTs + Battery Monitor System.Fuel Type : DieselNumber of Fuel Tanks : 1 aluminiumFuel Tank Capacity (L) : 500Propeller : Feathering propellerSteering System : Rack and pinionAccommodation Notes : Approximate headroom: 1.96 / Water heater: 40L (upgraded), engine + 1200w electric / Washing machine / Sailrite sewing machine. / Webasto diesel heater / High output 120amp alternator and upgraded belts.Number of Berths : 7Number of Showers : 2 plus shower on swim platformShower Type : Hot and cold pressurised at head plus on swim platformNumber of Toilets : 2Toilet Type : Electric x 2 (2019)Air Conditioning : Diesel heating to all cabins and salonHolding Tank (L) : 170Galley Notes : U shaped sea safe and friendly galley with more than ample storage for long term livingStove : Force 10 (2019)Refrigeration : 1Number of Freezers : 1 (2017) keel cooled + 1 Aux 12v Extra 12v portable freezer.Number of Sinks : 2 stainless steelEntertainment and Appliances Notes : Sound system with speakersAnchor / Winch : Lewmar, 2 anchors. Dual controls at bow and cockpit.Bilge Pump : 2000 GPH plus manual, plus engine driven backup pumpDeck Gear : 2 large fenders + some small Spinnaker Pole. Dock Lines. Boat Hook.Mast/Rigging : Age of Rigging: 2018 (Receipt available)Sail Inventory : Fully battened Main 2020 in new boom bag/stack pack with lazy jacks (+ spare), Genoa 2021 (+ spare), staysail 2021 (+ trysail), gennaker,Electrics : 240v shore power, 12v throughout with large inverter and Lithium battery bankElectronics Navigation : Modern Electronics, Radar, Autopilot (+ spare) B&GDinghy : 2019 Tender: Ocean Cruising Tenders 310 + 10hp Tohatsuplus outboard.Covers : Fully enclosed cockpit enclosure. Sail covers for main and genoa. Full set of cockpit cushions.Safety Gear : Liferaft (2022) Viking 4 Pro, 24hr+. Flares, EPIRB, life jackets, fire extinguishers, fire blanket, MOB life ring. Redundant secondary bilge pump from engine.Ground Tackle : Dual anchor roller setup with dual anchors, gal chain and warp. Up/down controls at bow.Watermaker / De-Sal : 2023 high volume 240 litres/p/h with spares.GPS : B and GHas Navigation Lights : YesRadio : Icom HF, Icom VHF with second microphone at helm.Number of Life Jackets : 4Remarks : Fully equipped for long term cruising. Inspections welcome.Vessel Name : CURIOSITY

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