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Valk Kruiser 12.5 (1992) for sale in Woodbridge, Suffolk, United Kingdom

£74,950 GBP
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The Valk Kruiser 12.5, located in Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK, is a 1992 Dutch steel-built displacement cruising boat with an overall length of 12.70 metres and a beam of 3.70 metres. Renowned for its comfort and suitability for extended stays onboard, the boat is powered by a single DAF F2300/825TD marine diesel engine, delivering 200hp through a six-cylinder setup, with fresh water cooling, a Hurth gearbox, and a four-blade propeller. Its moderate cruising speed is approximately 6 knots, reaching up to 10 knots. The vessel has a bow thruster for enhanced manoeuvrability on both inland and coastal waters. A 2022 survey reported good steel thickness with minor corrosion and no significant defects. The boat's interior is designed with warmth and hospitality in mind, complemented by its mechanical and electrical systems, including a 24V and 240V shore supply with recent battery installations. Deck equipment includes an anchor with chain, manual anchor windlass, and a stainless-steel boarding ladder, among others. Safety equipment is well-provided with fire extinguishers and a gas alarm. The Valk Kruiser 12.5 offers a balance of comfort, reliability, and practicality, making it an appealing option for potential buyers seeking a robust cruising vessel.

General information

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Make/model

Valk Kruiser 12.5

Category

Used power boat for sale

Price

£74,950 GBPGet a foreign exchange quote

Tax / VAT status

Paid / Included

Name of boat

Dolce Vita

Year

1992

Length overall

12.70 metres

Beam

3.70 metres

Draft

1.10 metres

Air draft

2.60 metres

Displacement

15,000 kg

Hull

Steel, dispacement

Location

Woodbridge, Suffolk, United Kingdom

About this Valk Kruiser 12.5

English

This Val Kruiser 12.50 is presented in good order throughout. She is a very comfortable Dutch steel built displacement cruising boat that is well suited for long period aboard. Her spacious interior is very comfortable, warm and hospitable. Her single DAF diesel and bow thruster enable her to be used on inland waters as well as coastal cruising. Last surveyed in 2022 - good steel thickness, very minor corrosion, and no significant defects. Well worth early inspection.

Viewing by appointment via our Suffolk Office - 01473659681

Mechanical & Electrical Systems

Located under saloon sole. 1992, DAF F2300/825TD marine diesel engine. 200hp.. Six cylinders. Fresh water cooled. Shaft drive to fixed four blade propeller. Hurth gearbox. Single lever engine controls. 700 litre fuel tanks. Cruising speed of some 6 knots with a maximum speed of some 10 knots (subject to fouling and loading). Hours unknown. Rudder position indicator.

Bow thruster

24V system - two domestic and single engine start batteries. All 2021/2022. Charging via engine alternator and shore power charger. Victron battery management system. 240V shore supply system with sockets and immersion heater. Inverter.

Equipment

Deck Equipment:

- Anchor with chain

- Vetus manual anchor windlass

- Mud weight anchoring kit for inland waters

- Cockpit enclosure in black

- Cockpit dodgers in black

- Various fenders and warps

- Stainless steel boarding ladder to swim platform

- Simpson stainless steel dinghy davits

- Stainless steel flag pole

- Hot and cold transom shower

- Gas BBQ by helm position

Navigation:

- Raymarine log/echo sounder

Safety:

- Fire extinguishers

- Fire blanket

- Gas alarm

- Horn

Construction:

Built in Holland by Valk Kruiser in 1992. Hull Number R92. White painted 4mm steel displacement hull with black rubbing strakes and style stripes. White painted steel coachroof with grey painted non skid decks. Stainless steel mooring bollards, wrap around safety and hand rails. Gates in rails. Removable side boarding ladder. Transom ladder with teak treads. Folding mast with navigation and steaming lights. Alloy framed fold down windscreens (for reduced air draft). Windscreen wiper. All other windows are also alloy framed. Hydraulic steering system to skeg hung rudder.

Propulsion

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Engine

DAF, F2300/825 TD

Fuel

Diesel

Fuel capacity

700 litres

Maximum speed

19 kph

Cruising speed

11 kph

Accommodation

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Number of cabins

Number of berths

Drinking water capacity

600 litres

Additional Accommodation Details

A very spacious, and comfortable interior fitted out in teak to a high standard. From Forward:

Open plan layout in forward section of the boat with two single, up and over, berths up forward with good stowage. The dinette is aft and to starboard with a drop down table to make another double berth. The galley is opposite and is fitted out with a Giouien 4 ring 240V induction hob, oven, microwave oven, large Dometic front loading fridge (24V & 240V) and basin with hot and cold pressurised supply. Water tank gauge. Up stairs to:

Saloon - this has a large L shaped settee to starboard with an occasional table plus wood burning stove. Opposite to port is a small sofa and masses of stowage lockers outboard and under. Security safe. Down stairs to:

Passage way with fully tile heads compartment to starboard (with Tecna electric marine toilet and basin) and to port there is the very large separate shower compartment with shower, basin and masses of lockers. Aft to:

Owners suite with king size centreline double bed. There are full height wardrobes and masses of storage on both sides of the bed. Reading lights. Bulkhead mounted TV.

The entire interior is carpeted and curtained. Black hard wearing upholstery. Vast holding and black water collection tanks. Webasto diesel fired central heating system for year round comfort. Hot and cold pressurised fresh water system heated via engine or 240V immersion heater. Opening windows throughout.

The company normally acts as brokers for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at his own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part. General note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as liferaft, fire extinguishers and flares etc., are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on board as part of the sale of a used vessel, may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet a new owner’s specific needs.