BECKEMAN Dutch Steel Motor Cruiser Live Aboard River Cruiser
- Boat REF# · 346304
- LOA · 12.50m
- Year · 1980
- Construction · Steel
- Underwater profile · semi-displacement
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 120hp, DAF 575 6cylindres N°24392 (1980)
- Lying · Méditerranée Ouest
Extra Details
| Designer | unknown |
|---|---|
| Builder | BECKEMAN |
| Lying | Méditerranée Ouest |
| Fuel capacity | 200.0 ltr (44.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 1,000.0 ltr (220.0 G) Total - 2 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 400.0 ltr (88.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 11/06/2018 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 120hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | DAF 575 6cylindres N°24392 (1980) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 4188 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blades |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 2.0 ltr (0.4 G) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 9 knots |
The boat is powered by a DAF 575 diesel engine,
a 6-cylinder inline, naturally aspirated unit rated at around 120 HP, built in 1980 (information provided by the owner).
This engine type is widely used on inland barges and classic Dutch motor cruisers, and is well known for its robustness and long service life when properly maintained.
Cooling – Keel cooling
The engine is fitted with a keel cooling system:
the coolant runs in a closed circuit through an external pipe along the hull, where it transfers its heat to the surrounding water before returning to the engine.
Compared with a conventional raw-water system, this offers several advantages, especially for inland and shallow-water cruising:
No raw-water pump or intercooler: fewer components, reduced risk of fouling, scaling or blockage by debris.
Scribd
Fully closed coolant circuit: better protection against internal corrosion of the engine block and manifolds.
Very suitable for canals and rivers, where taking in raw water can be problematic.
Overall, this DAF 575 six-cylinder with keel cooling is a simple, torquey and proven power unit, well matched to the intended use of the boat for sheltered coastal and inland cruising.
Engine batteries 2*140A year 2021
service batteries 2*140A year 2025
Inverter 3000w
Dimensions
| LOA | 12.50m |
|---|---|
| LOD | 11.50m |
| Beam | 3.60m |
| Draft Min | 0.90m |
| Airdraft | 2.60m |
| Displacement | 11,000kg (24,255.0lbs) |
| Headroom | 1.82m |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 220 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Steel |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | semi-displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Based on the visible construction style and interior layout, it is believed to have been built by Bekkema, a Dutch craftsman and shipbuilder known to have worked in the Delfzijl area during that era.
Please note that this attribution is based on reasonable deductions and historical evidence, but cannot be confirmed as an established fact.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Air conditioning | 1 Air conditioning Units |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
The boat offers comfortable accommodation, typical of Dutch steel motor cruisers, with a practical and welcoming layout.
The equipped galley includes:
an oven, two gas burners, a refrigerator,making it suitable for extended cruising or everyday living on board.
Forward, the boat features two single berths of approximately 90 × 200 cm. The aft cabin is fitted with a double berth of around 140 × 190 cm.
The headroom in the main living area is approximately 182 cm. In the aft cabin, headroom ranges from about 180 cm down to 170 cm depending on the area.
The sanitary facilities include:
a shower room with basin, a separate toilet, offering greater comfort for life on board.
For year-round use, the boat is fitted with two heating systems: a Truma gas heater, a Webasto heater supplied from the fuel tank.
For summer cruising, a portable air-conditioning unit provides additional comfort.
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Carpet | |
| Curtains | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Cockpit shower |
The boat offers comfortable accommodation, typical of Dutch steel motor cruisers, with a practical and welcoming layout.
The equipped galley includes:
an oven, two gas burners, a refrigerator,making it suitable for extended cruising or everyday living on board.
Forward, the boat features two single berths of approximately 90 × 200 cm. The aft cabin is fitted with a double berth of around 140 × 190 cm.
The headroom in the main living area is approximately 182 cm. In the aft cabin, headroom ranges from about 180 cm down to 170 cm depending on the area.
The sanitary facilities include:
a shower room with basin, a separate toilet, offering greater comfort for life on board.
For year-round use, the boat is fitted with two heating systems: a Truma gas heater, a Webasto heater supplied from the fuel tank.
For summer cruising, a portable air-conditioning unit provides additional comfort.
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Cockpit cover | |
|---|---|
| Warps | |
| Fenders | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Passerelle | |
| Cockpit Enclosure | |
| Bimini | |
| Bow Thruster |
Manual unknown windlass
2 anchors
(unknown)
20.00m of chain
20.00m of warp
unknown dinghy (1990)
(Inflatable)
4hp outboard, Suzuky, Long Shaft ()
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| VHF | |
| GPS | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| Fish Finder | |
| Echo sounder |
Safety Equipment
| Life jackets | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys | |
| Horn | |
| Boarding ladder |
3 bilge pumps (0 manual / 3 Electric)
Broker's Comments
Boatshed Midicanals is pleased to offer for sale this Dutch Steel Motor Cruiser 11.50 m, believed to have been built in the Netherlands around 1980. A fine example of Dutch boatbuilding tradition - solid, elegant and designed for comfortable long-distance cruising.
From what could be observed during the visit, the boat seems to be in very good overall condition for its age.
The exterior paintwork appears to have been refreshed recently by the owner, as well as the interior flooring, giving the boat a clean and well-maintained appearance.
The DAF engine has reportedly been serviced on a regular basis, according to the owner, which is reassuring for this type of proven and durable diesel engine.
The interior offers two cabins, a fully equipped galley, separate toilets, and a dedicated shower room, providing a comfortable layout for extended trips.
For year-round use, the boat is fitted with two heating systems (Webasto and Truma Air) as well as a portable air-conditioning unit.
Thanks to its shallow draft and modest air draft, this cruiser is particularly well suited for inland waterways, rivers, and canal networks, while remaining perfectly capable of handling sheltered coastal cruising, in line with Dutch steel motor-yacht tradition.
A boat that appears ready to cruise, ideal for anyone seeking a solid, comfortable and immediately usable Dutch steel motor cruiser.
A mooring may potentially be transferable - the berth currently costs €2400 all inclusive per year.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Thierry at Boashed Midicanals.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
5 years
Why are you selling her?
I bought a bigger boat
Where have you sailed her?
canal Rhône à Sète / West Med