Achilles 840 (1986) for sale in Swansea, United Kingdom

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The Achilles 840 located in Swansea, UK, is a versatile 28-foot sailing yacht manufactured in 1986, ideal for both coastal cruising and extended voyages. With a length of 8.23 metres and a beam of 2.74 metres, it is renowned for its robust construction and excellent sailing performance, offering a smooth and stable ride even in challenging conditions. The yacht features a spacious cockpit and efficient deck layout for easy handling. Inside, comfortable accommodations include a roomy saloon, practical galley, and sleeping space for up to five people. Recent interior updates have been made, including new foams and covers in the forepeak and pilot berth, serviced heads, and replaced saloon upholstery. The yacht is equipped with modern navigation and safety equipment, such as a Garmin UHD65 fishfinder, Icom DSC VHF, and NASA wireless wind instruments. The mechanical systems have been updated with a Beta diesel engine serviced in 2024, a new 14" x 9" propellor, and improvements to the electrical systems, including LED lighting and a flexible solar panel. With these features, the Achilles 840 provides a blend of performance, comfort, and reliability for an enjoyable cruising experience.

General information
Make/model
Achilles 840
Category
Used sail boat for sale
Price
Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included
Year
1986
Length overall
8.23 metres
Beam
2.74 metres
Hull
GRP
Location
Swansea, United Kingdom

About this Achilles 840

English

Remarks :
The Achilles 840 is a versatile and well-built sailing yacht, designed for both coastal cruising and longer voyages. Known for its solid construction and excellent sailing performance, this 28-foot yacht offers a smooth and stable ride, even in challenging conditions. The spacious cockpit and efficient deck layout make handling easy, while the well-appointed interior features comfortable accommodations, including a roomy saloon, practical galley, and sleeping space for up to five. With its blend of performance, comfort, and durability, the Achilles 840 is perfect for sailors seeking an enjoyable and reliable cruising experience.

Accommodation :
All non insulated internal bulkheads treated internal aeas treated with anti condensation paint and then some with wipe clean kitchen type paint.
All wood surfaces previously varnished have this year been treated with Sikkens Cetol HLS plus, either wood finish or grey finish

Forecabin

All new quality foams used in forepeak and pilot birth with all new covers double berth

Heads

Heads serviced and ventilated u bends fitted
WC - New Truflo Seacocks with reinforcement collar fitted for heads in and out
Hanging area opposite

Saloon

All saloon upholstery replaced
has two settee berths either side of a drop leaf saloon table.
TV installed - only works on internet

Galley

Sink and drainer fitted with Truflow seacock
Jabsco Water pump fitted with header tank to ensure pressurised hot and cold water
New to me gimballed cooker installed - probably needs a new thermocouple on fwd burner
icebox

There is a starboard quarter berth just aft of the switch panel.

Inventory :
Deck & Cockpit Equipment 

Fenders & warps 
NASA LED Masthead and Anchor light
Nasa Wireless Wind instrument
New Sprayhood and Dodgers
Boarding ladder
Cockpit cushions 
New 100L flexible water tank in Port cockpit locker

Navigation Equipment 

Garmin UHD65 Fishfinder (plotter) with Full Irish sea G4 chart
Icom dsc vhf 
Nasa Target 2 depth 
Clipper wind
Compass

Safety Equipment 

20mm Closed foam fireproof insulation fitted to hull in forepeak and large parts of saloon including the deckead between the wood and GRP
Seaflow low profile bilge pump fitted, connected to dedicated switch
New Gas lines fitted

Miscellaneous 

New dinghy with oars and seat with airfloor in 2022
Mariner 4hp outboard

Mechanical :
Beta diesel engine 14hp 
Sail drive 
14" x 9" 2 blade Eliche propellor fitted as recommended by Beta. Original 12" x 8" is available
Engine compartment added extra insulation
New fuel lines fitted
Quick 15L Nautic Calorifier on engine coolant
Fertran anti rust treatment applied to bilge keels prior to epoxy, also to keel bolts and plates internally

Serviced in Jan 2024 - coolant, impeller, oil, oil and fuel filters replaced
Anode changed in Jan 2024
Antifouled in March 2024

Sail & Rigging 

Bermudan sloop rigged
Deck stepped alloy mast
Roller furling foresail - serviced 
Stainless steel standing rigging
Most running rigging replaced

Electrical

New 12v switch panel fitted
LED lights fitted in galley, saloon and forepeek
Flexible solar panel (I think 70w) fitted along with MPPT controller and status indicator to both batteries (charges to engine first)
240V installed with RCD box and Galvanic Isolator. Plug sockets with USB
Ring 240v dual battery charger and conditioner fitted


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Propulsion
Engine
1 x Beta
Fuel
Diesel

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Unit 1 Fishmarket Quay
Swansea
South Wales
SA1 1UP
United Kingdom
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