Mercator 30 Offshore MkII
A Proven Offshore Sloop
- Boat REF# · 324601
- Length · 30'0"
- Year · 1978
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Fin
- Sleeping berths · 6
- Engine · 1 x diesel 27hp, Yanmar 3GM30F ()
- Lying · Port Townsend, Wa USA -- Shown by Appointment
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Extra Details
| Designer | Neil Parmentier and Brunnenkant |
|---|---|
| Builder | Mercator Industries |
| Lying | Port Townsend, Wa USA -- Shown by Appointment |
| Fuel capacity | 34.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 45.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 6.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 04/10/2016 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 27hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Yanmar 3GM30F () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 15"x12" RH bronze 3-blade |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 0.7 USG /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 6 knots |
| Generator output | 2KVA |
| Engine spares |
|---|
Yanmar 3GM30F is reported to be newer, but with an unknown number of hours.
Battery banks consist of a single 12V lead-acid engine start battery which is located in a cockpit locker and two 12V lead-acid house batteries.
Honda EU2000i portable genset included.
4300 lbs internal ballast.
Dimensions
| Length | 30'0" |
|---|---|
| LOD | 30'0" |
| Beam | 8'10" |
| Draft Min | 5'0" |
| Displacement | 12,002.1lbs |
| Headroom | 6'2" |
| Storage | On marina |
Rig
Sloop rigged Original Aluminium spars (1978) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2006)
Sails
| Reefing mainsail | - () Fully Battened, Lazy Jacks, |
|---|---|
| Headsail | Hasse - Furling () |
| Other sails | Jib () |
| Flasher () | |
| Spinnaker () |
| Spinnaker gear |
|---|
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Fin |
| Finish | Gelcoat finish |
LOA for moorage purposes is 32 ft.
Per Robert Perry, the renowned naval architect, in a review on the Mercator MkII: "Hull construction is to scantlings that exceed those recommended by Lloyds, again consistent with the idea that this yacht will be taken to sea. All bulkheads and longitudinal members are screwed to fiberglass flanges, integral with the hull, and then fiberglassed to the flange and the hull. This type of thoughtful structural detail is found throughout the Mercator 30."
The builder notes in promotional literature back up the observation that the Mercator is of solid design and construction: "Mercators have been grounded, hung from trees, supported from rock ledges, backed into rocks, run into concrete bulk-heads and run into buoys at full throttle without requiring hospitalization."
Hull layup is 7 layers of hand-laminated woven roving and mat. Minimum hull thickness is 5/16". Superstructure is fiberglass sandwich construction, which insulates, soundproofs, and strengthens the entire superstructure.
Fuel tank and freshwater tank are FRP. The holding tank is poly.
Waterline Boats / Boatshed does not independently verify capacities and measures, which are reported from seller-provided information and/or literature
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 6 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
| Sink | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
The cockpit is protected by a dodger and features bench seating with upholstered cushions and storage beneath to port and starboard.
The cabin is accessed from the cockpit through the companionway. A quarterberth lies to starboard and galley to port. The galley has a stainless sink with potable water provided by a manual foot pump, a deep and roomy ice box, and a Force 10 two burner propane stove and oven. Cabinets provide storage for goods and dishes. An attractive stainless steel propane fireplace heats the cabin while on the hook and a red dot type engine heater provides heat while underway.
The salon is spacious and open and features a settee to port that converts to a double berth and bench seating to starboard which doubles as a single berth. Deep shelves are positioned on the inside of the hull above the seating areas. An overhead hatch provides fresh air. Quality joinery work sets this interior apart from production boats and the interior is described as semi-custom quality.
Just forward of the settee is the head compartment with single basin sink Jabsco manual marine toilet. A practically sized hanging locker lies opposite of the head compartment.
The forward cabin lies further forward and can be separated from the main cabin with a dividing curtain on a track. The forward cabin is configured in a V-berth arrangement. Fresh air is provided by an overhead hatch.
Also included with the sale of the vessel is a portable cooler-style refrigerator / freezer.
2 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Cooler | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Freezer | |
| Carpet | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Manual water system |
The cockpit is protected by a dodger and features bench seating with upholstered cushions and storage beneath to port and starboard.
The cabin is accessed from the cockpit through the companionway. A quarterberth lies to starboard and galley to port. The galley has a stainless sink with potable water provided by a manual foot pump, a deep and roomy ice box, and a Force 10 two burner propane stove and oven. Cabinets provide storage for goods and dishes. An attractive stainless steel propane fireplace heats the cabin while on the hook and a red dot type engine heater provides heat while underway.
The salon is spacious and open and features a settee to port that converts to a double berth and bench seating to starboard which doubles as a single berth. Deep shelves are positioned on the inside of the hull above the seating areas. An overhead hatch provides fresh air. Quality joinery work sets this interior apart from production boats and the interior is described as semi-custom quality.
Just forward of the settee is the head compartment with single basin sink Jabsco manual marine toilet. A practically sized hanging locker lies opposite of the head compartment.
The forward cabin lies further forward and can be separated from the main cabin with a dividing curtain on a track. The forward cabin is configured in a V-berth arrangement. Fresh air is provided by an overhead hatch.
Also included with the sale of the vessel is a portable cooler-style refrigerator / freezer.
2 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Sprayhood | |
| Cockpit cover | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook |
2 halyard winches
Manual Manually cranked windlass (unknown make) windlass
1 anchors
(Delta 15kg)
100'0" of chain
200'0" of rode
West Marine 7 ft inflatable with floor boards dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
2 x Harken #43 Self-tailing primary winches
Composition of anchor rode is estimated.
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| Wind | |
| Radar | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Fish Finder | |
| AIS Receiver |
Ritchie Compass in Binnacle
Radar: Furuno Model 1721
Depthsounder: Apelco Fish Finder 260
Chartplotter: Garmin 3206 MFD
Knotmeter: Signet Knot/Log
Wind: Raymarine ST40
Autopilot: Raymarine ST6002
Radio: Standard Horizon Matrix GX2100 w/ AIS
Safety Equipment
| Fume detector | |
|---|---|
| MOB System |
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 electric)
One manual bilge pump located in cockpit. Electric bilge pump is 1100 GPH.
Broker's Comments
This Mercator II Offshores were built in Washington State and seems to be a well-built capable cruiser. This particular vessel is well suited for cruising and has made several known trips to Alaska and back. Here in the Northwest, I appreciate the the propane fireplace for heat, and the red-dot heater capable of warming the cabin with engine heat. The capacity of the fuel tank provides a range under power of ~500 miles.
The Mercator design has proven itself in at least one circumnavigation, that of the Brinestormer.
The interior has a very open and comfortable feel and the interior woodwork and joinery is warm and inviting and exceeds what is found on many boats. The layout provides a good amount of storage and sleeping accommodations.
This Mercator II Offshore presents a great opportunity for an individual or family to cruise near or far at an affordable price.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.