Build Year: 1972

Used For: Recreation

Hull: GRP

Length: 9.50m

Beam: 2.87m

Draft: 0.99m

Licence:

Engine:

The vessel has a BMC Captain 4-cylinder diesel engine, rated at 35hp, with matching gear-box providing fwd-neutral-astern propulsion, controlled at the Cockpit. The engine was removed in 2004 for reconditioning and it is understood to have had regular servicing. Engine coolant is by circulation of water which, in turn, is passed through a calorifier where it heats a domestic water pumped circuit. An electric immersion heater unit is also in the system with shore-side hook-up facility. Cold water is from a separate tank with approx. 30 glns/ 113 litre capacity. Engine diesel has a matching tank of approx. 30 glns. Both have deck filler locations.

Hydraulics:

Electronics:

Navigation Equipment
The following units are fitted and understood to be in working condition:
- VHF radio
- Depth Sounder
- Magnetic Steering Compass (bulkhead mounted)
- Autohelm (driven by motor at binnacle)
Navigation lights to Code, including 'anchor light'

Electrical Equipment
2 x 12v batteries charged by engine alternator - assisted by a solar panel charging circuit - has a dedicated engine start circuit. The switch panel is located close to the navigator's table and has indicator lights identifying circuits on/off. A standard shore-voltage (240vAC) cable is fitted, providing standard 3-pin socket outlets. Domestic hot water is by way of a calorifier where the engine water collant system is passed through the tank creating domestic 'hot water'. The installation of an electric heating coil and shore power connection, provides domestic hot water.

Additional Information:

Macwester Marine Ltd., with their designer, Mr. C.S. Roy, offered a range of craft from 24ft to 33ft in both Bermudan as well as Ketch/Yawl rig in the years 1960 to 1972. The craft were soon to become popular, particular ly those of 27ft and beyond. This Macwester Wight - with her ketch rig - is characteristic of their family layout (up to 7 berths), 6ft (max) headroom and ease of handling. These craft remain popular with an active Owners' Association.

Accommodation:
The accommodation is within two separate cabins - one forward, the other aft. Each have headroom a little short of 6ft. The Cockpit has a traditional pedestal wheel helm with adjacent engine controls. The Cockpit has lockers - with stowage under - each side provide seating. A traditional grating in the sole removes to access to the engine for servicing, etc. Forward of the Cockpit, on the centre-line, entry to the accommodation is under a blue spray hood. Two solid timber boards and a transparent section, lift to remove, and, with a sliding hatch cover, provide access to the Main Cabin accommodation. Immediately below are the forward ends of the single berths which are under the Cockpit side benches. Stowage space is found under the berths. Forward to Port is the Galley complete with sink and drainer (in stainless steel) with a pressurised hot & cold water supply. (See Mechanical Section for heated water supply) Adjacent is a gas cooker with 2 hobs, oven with grill within. The unit is gimballed and is with retaining bars around the hob. Beyond both oven and drainer are stowage spaces with sliding fronts. Opposite to Stbd is a good sized table with bench seating facing fore and aft. The table can be lowered to be level with the bench seats and so provide a double berth. The seating has upholstered, shaped -to-fit, cushions. Forward - to Starboard - is the enclosed Heads compartment with sea-water flushed toilet, hand-basin and some stowage spaces. Opposite - to Port - is a hanging locker with rail for clothing. Above the passage-way between, is a glazed hatch which provides, ventilation, light and - in emergency - an escape route. Ahead, is the Forecabin - a sleeping cabin with two singles in V-form and an infill section enabling a double-berth to be created. The forward bulkhead has a small access panel for ability to reach the anchor chain and warp fastenings. Returning to the Cockpit, the sliding hood and washboard removal provides entry to the Aft Cabin. Two single berths -each berth has its own made-to-measure mattress. An infill panel and a shaped mattress element provides a comfortable double berth, each with stowage space under. A fixed window is found each side of the cabin. The accommodation has easy clean vinyl deck-head covering. The vertical faces of the cabin structure are finished in varnished hardwood. Whilst the sole of the cabins is in timber, with some access points to the bilges, carpeting has been fitted for warmth and comfort. Equally, a number of round and oval glazed/fixed side windows are fitted introducing day-light. The owner has had a de-mountable frame made to carry an awning over the Cockpit. The elements can be stowed aboard within the 'seat stowage' spaces. Erected, it is set over the entry to the main accommodation and the whole of the Cockpit. See 'Deck Equipment' for detail.