Marketing Description
Introducing Barky Porcorum, HLD 6509, denoting that she was the 9th Naval Harbour Launch built in 1965. Built on the Isle of Wight. Fitted with an original diesel Foden FD6 diesel engine which has been reconditioned and regularly run. Extensive spare part inventory available by negotiation. Barky Porcorum would make an ideal liveaboard. With a spacious interior and an elegance and history rarely found, this is an opportunity to have a boat that is both practical and unique. At a very competitive price for this length and volume.
Berth at Portland available for the new owner to continue.
Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541.
Mechanical
Foden FDE 120HP
Inboard Marine diesel engine
Shaft drive to 4-blade propellor
Vetus throttle control
Side Power Bow thruster
Dolphin Generator
Electrical
Engine start and domestic batteries with isolator switch
Shore power connection and lead
Battery charger
Navigation
VHF DSC radio
Navigation lights
Deck
Mooring lines
Fenders
Electric anchor windlass
British ensign
Inflatable dinghy
Safety
Bilge pumps
Fire extinguishers
Lifering
Accommodation
Barky Porcorum has 6 berths in 3 cabins and 2 heads one with shower. The saloon is accessed through a sliding side door from either port or starboard, the saloon has the helm station forward to port, and a large L-shaped sitting/dining area with table and bench seats. There is a companionway forward and central leading down to two forward cabins, heads and the Galley, which has recently been fitted in 2024. There is a companionway aft and to port leading down to a lounge/twin berth with a heads compartment. Engine room access is via a hatch behind the helm station
Saloon
Wraparound seating area with large saloon table
Additional bench seat
Blinds port and starboard
Engine room access
Helm position to port
Galley
Twin sinks
Montpellier fridge
Storage cupboards
Sharp grill and oven
Electric hob
Forward Heads
Vacu flush marine toilet
Sink
Shower
Forward Cabin
Twin berths
Storage cupboards
Mirror
Access door to bow storage area
Midships Cabin
Single berth
Storage shelving
Aft Cabin
Twin berths
Door to access aft cockpit area
Table
Storage
Aft Heads
Jabsco sea toilet
Sink
Mirror
Construction
Wooden hull deck and superstructure
Documentation
Bill of sale into current ownership
Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.