Truman Defender 40
PROJECT 40FT WOODEN CRUISER
- Boat REF# · 345006
- LOA · 12.19m
- Year · 1963
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Full-displacement
- Berths · 6
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 50hp, Nanni Diesel ()
- Lying · ludham
Extra Details
| Builder | Truman |
|---|---|
| Lying | ludham |
| Fuel capacity | 166.0 ltr (36.5 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 280.0 ltr (61.6 G) Total - 2 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 90.0 ltr (19.8 G) Total - 2 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 50hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Nanni Diesel () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade bronze |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 7 knots |
year of engine unknown and vendor believes only about 100 hours
Dimensions
| LOA | 12.19m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 3.51m |
| Draft Max | 0.76m |
| Airdraft | 2.13m |
| Storage | Ashore |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by:
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-displacement |
| Finish | 2 pack finish |
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 6 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 3 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
3 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Grill | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Non-Smokers |
3 burner gas cooker/stove
Deck Gear
1 anchors
(mud weight)
Nav Equipment
| Speed | |
|---|---|
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights |
Safety Equipment
| Horn |
|---|
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)
Broker's Comments
Here we have a great opportunity to acquire a unique and one-off cruiser.
This wooden 40 foot Truman was designed and built in 1963. The current owner bought her and ran her down the river to where she was lifted for refurbishment work but has now decided to sell her.
The decks are new and have been fully fibreglass sheathed and she has a low hour Nanni diesel fitted.
She needs a fair bit of TLC and finishing but she is all there and the local wooden boat yard specialist where she is stored will be on hand to help and advise. Also when launched they can manage the take-up of the hull while the wood re swells.
She has been ashore now for two years while works were being done and she can remain where she is. She had a full survey in 2019 (available for viewing) and has a separate rear cabin with twin berths and dresser and a large heads and shower compartment.
The cockpit has a weighted cantilever hard folding top and folding screens to allow bridge clearance. The saloon is large and has an attached across the boat galley with fridge and cooker. Forward is the twin bow cabin and additional heads.
This is being sold as a project so will need finishing but represents a great, and well priced, opportunity to acquire a large and one-off stylish wooden cruiser.
Offers will be considered so get in touch if you have interest.
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?
2 years
Why are you selling her?
not got time to finish her
Where have you sailed her?
Norfolk Broads