Westerly Oceanmaster - Built in 1990 and fitted with a Yanmar 4jh-4HTE 110hp in 2008. Doyen was the 1991
prestigious boat show yacht and has had 3 owners from new. The present owner since 2003. Doyen was lifted
into our Bangor yard for a major refit starting pre-covid in 2018, New standing rigging, updated instrumentation,
New headlinings & New hatches, windows, lighting upgrades were made in transatlantic preparation. The current
owner has spared no expense to keep this iconic vessel in excellent seagoing readiness. With Covid putting
scotch to his plans this vessel is truly ready to be enjoyed and adventured by her next custodian.
This beautiful and well made yacht is ready and early viewing recommended. An excellent example of this model .
She has been specked by the current owner for extended Bluewater sailing and is ready to go
Rig
Rigging: Cutter rig with aluminum spars by Kemp and stainless-steel standing rigging renewed in 2018.
Sails: Inmast furling Mainsail, furling genoa, and staysail. Ratsey and Lapthorn sails 2004 new in 2004 but
in excellent condition (Staysail /Genoa /Mainsail) . Spinnaker and snuffer in excellent condition
All sails can be unfurled, set and furled from cockpit
8 x original robust Barient Winches in Cockpit
Kemp / Seldon In mast furling
Standing rigging replaced (never been tensioned 2018
furlex for genoa 2018
furlex for staysail 2018
Navigation & Electronics:
Galley:
New independent E120 chart plotter added to nav station
New Raymarine 218E VHF DSC added with cockpit mic extension
New Raymarine ST60 + speed, wind, depth , graphic and tri-data and 6000 autopilot added to cockpit
New Raymarine ST60 tridata and autopilot at nav station
Raymarine C120 chart plotter/ radar added in Nav desk
Raymarine S3G smart course computer fitted
New Compass
Radar Reflector
Raymarine 650 AIS transponder
Navigation Lights
Deck Equipment:
Anchoring System: Electric windlass, primary and secondary anchors with chain.
Winches: Self-tailing winches for halyards and sheets. 8 x Barient Winches.
Sails: Inmast furling Mainsail, furling genoa, and staysail. Ratsey and Lapthorn sails 2004 new in 2004 but
in excellent condition (Staysail /Genoa /Mainsail) . Spinnaker and snuffer in excellent condition
Safety Gear: Liferaft ( in need of recertification , EPIRB, fire extinguishers, bilge pumps.
New Wind Screen and dodger for cockpit protection.
Teak cockpit seating.
Swim platform with ladder for easy boarding with shower .
Davits
Fenders and warps
New Additions in 2004:
Stainless holding tank fitted for aft cabin heads .
Ratsey and Lapthorn sails (Staysail /Genoa /Mainsail)
New Additions in 2005:
tek-dec pro oside decks and teak in the cockpit seating
New Additions in 2008:
Perkins M80T engine removed and replaced with Yanmar 4jh-4HTE 110hp.
Propshaft and prop upgraded to Max Prop self-pitching propellor
Raymarine C120 chart plotter/ radar added in Nav desk
Raymarine S3G course computer fitted
New Additions in 2012:
12v electrics rewired
Upholstery renewed
New rear davits added
New Additions in 2016:
50Amp sterling battery charger added
New teak boarding companionway steps
New teak lined cabin walls
New cockpit sprayhood
New cockpit canopy
New 3KW 240V inverter
New BM1 Battery Monitors fitted
New Additions in 2018:
New 316L stainless steel water tanks fitted 2 x 500L
New Awlgrip paint of deck
New wind shield
New windows throughout
New accommodation Hatches throughout
New Standing rigging replaced (never been tensioned )
New furlex for genoa
New furlex for staysail
New independent E120 chart plotter added to nav station
New Raymarine 218E VHF DSC added with cockpit mic extension with Raymarine 650 AIS
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New Raymarine ST60 + speed, wind, depth , graphic and tri-data and 6000 autopilot added to cockpit
New Raymarine ST60 tridata and autopilot at nav station
New Additions in 2020:
New headlining
New Additions in 2024
Disclaimer
New 12v LED down lighting
New 12v reading lamps throughout
New cabin carpeting
New calorifier
New 240v microwave fitted
New (5 new Super Heavy Duty Yuasa 126AH 750CCA commercial batteries fitted October 2024
Engine: Yanmar 4jh-4HTE 110hp fitted 2008.
Make & Model: Westerly Oceanmaster 48
Year: 1990
Length Overall (LOA): 14.6 meters / 48 feet
Beam: 4.5 meters / 14.8 feet
Draft: 1.98 meters / 6.5 feet
Displacement: Approx. 15,000 kg
Hull Material: GRP
Keel Type: Fin keel
Designer: Ed Dubois
Builder: Westerly Yachts Ltd.
General Overview:
The Westerly Oceanmaster 48, designed by renowned naval architect Ed Dubois, is a robust Bluewater cruiser
built to take on long-distance ocean voyages in comfort and safety. Constructed in 1990, this vessel has been
well-maintained and regularly updated, making her ideal for serious sailors looking for a yacht capable of crossing
oceans or extended cruising.
Key Features:
Strong Build: GRP hull construction with solid deck and strong hand-laid fiberglass for durability and
longevity.
Spacious Deck Layout: Wide side decks for easy movement, well-protected center cockpit with a fixed
windscreen, and ample seating for comfortable sailing in all conditions. Full cockpit covers for comfort
Rigging: Cutter rig with aluminum spars by Kemp and stainless-steel standing rigging renewed in 2018