Description

A beautiful example of the highly sought after Steve Hudson narrowboat with the iconic JP3 Lister engine that has clearly been lovingly cared for. Set up as a spacious liveaboard, these boats are beautiful to handle and make for both an excellent home and/or extensive cruising of the network.

Boat Specification:

Vessel Type: Traditional
Length x Width: 58’ x 6’10”
Built By: S.M Hudson
Fitted Out By: S.M Hudson and previous owner
Year of Construction: 1997/1998
Hull Thickness: 15mm hull, 6mm hull sides, 4mm cabin sides & roof
Index No: 502583
Boat Safety Certificate: Valid till September 2027
Last Docked for Blacking: June 2022
Last Surveyed: June 2021(copy available on request)

Engine Details:

Manufacturer: Lister JP3 with hydraulic drive and switchable gearbox.
Power: 27Hp @ 1000 RPM
Year: 1965
Last Serviced: December 2025
Fuel: Diesel 3w

Documentation:
RCD: Built prior to RCD
Builders Certificate of Conformity: No
Other: Original invoices from builder. Bills of
Sale for previous and current owners. Folder detailing receipts and paperwork including manuals and instructions

Other Information:
• It is usual for boats of this age to have their outlets close to the waterline; it is possible a surveyor may recommend remedial action to raise these.
• Electrical installations with older boats were satisfactory at the time of fitting but are often outdated and sometimes surveyors recommend upgrading to meet current requirements.

Specifications:

Batteries: 1 starter and 200amp lithium battery
Inverter: Victron 1600W
Battery Management System: Yes
Galvanic Isolator: Yes
Shoreline: Yes
Solar: 2 x 175W with Victron controller
Hot Water System: Calorifier linked to engine and Morso back boiler
Central Heating: Radiators linked to solid fuel back boiler. Morso Squirrel stove in saloon plus additional “Boatman” stove in boatman’s cabin.
Berths: 2 (fixed double) plus room to add additional berths in saloon
Headroom: 6’2

Specifications

Disclaimer

Whilst every care has been taken in preparation, the correctness of these particulars are intended only as a guide and do not constitute a term of contract. Prospective buyers are recommended to have the boat surveyed which includes inspection of certification and documentation.

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