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Universal 36 Trawler Tri-cabin

Numerous updates
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  316345
  • Length  ·  36'0"
  • Year  ·  1978
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-Displacement
  • Sleeping berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 120hp, Ford Lehman (1978)
  • Lying  ·  Kingston, WA USA By Appt
Boatshed Port Townsend
Boatshed Port Townsend
Van Helker

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Builder Litton Marine Co. Ltd.
Lying Kingston, WA USA By Appt
Fuel capacity 324.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity 248.0 USG Total - 2 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 30.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 09/08/2013

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 120hp
Engine make and model Ford Lehman (1978)
Engine Hours engine1= 9554
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive shaft
Prop(s) 24"x19" 3-blade
Fuel consumption (approx) 3.5 USG /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 7 knots

Propulsion is provided by a single 120hp 2715E Ford Lehman diesel engine. This is a six cylinder, fresh water cooled, naturally aspirated Diesel engine. The size of the engine room and removeable overhead hatches allow good access for servicing the engine.

Battery banks line the outboard bulkheads of the engine room. Eight 6V batteries (each pair wired in a series) comprise the house bank. These have been recently replaced. A separate 12V battery is used for starting the engine. A Magnasine 2812 2800 watt inverter charger provides charging and inverting capability. The boat' shore power cord inlet has been upgraded to a Smart Plug.

Port and starboard fuel tanks are plumbed to each other and the engine through a fuel distribution manifold. A Gulf Coast Model F-1 Fuel filter removes impurities.

A Webasto diesel hydronic heater provides cabin heating and heats water. The hydronic system is also plumbed to a heat exchanger on the engine for efficient heat and hot water while underway.

Dimensions

Length 36'0"
LWL 36'0"
Beam 12'8"
Draft Min 3'10"
Displacement 24,504.2lbs
Headroom 6'5"
Storage On mooring

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 9 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Full-Displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

General description from the builder:

"Universal Trawlers are classic offshore cruising vessels. The hand laid fiberglass hull provides confidence in hull integrity with the beams and bows to handle offshore seas. Hard chine, deep skeg, and a sea kindly hull handle to a seaman's standard. The fuel and water capacity invite an extended cruise that only diesel economy can provide. The main salon is designed for entertainment as well as family cruising comfort. The warmth of the true teak will be a source of continuing pleasure for you and your guests."

The cabin and hull are of fiberglass construction. Decks are of teak construction atop FRP laminate. Cap rails and exterior window frames are also of teak construction.

The last haul out was in November 2022 for application of new bottom paint.

Fuel tanks are constructed from painted steel. Water tanks are constructed of stainless steel. The holding tank is constructed from FRP.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 3
Cabin(s) 2
Sink 2
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Manual)

This Universal tri-cabin 36 trawler is boarded through an opening rail amidships. Upon boarding, a companionway door provides access to the cabin. Full walk around side decks lead to the bow and stern.

The vessel is divided into three living areas. The main cabin contains a galley, settee, and the lower helm station. The galley is to starboard and contains a Novakool refrigerator, sink, Force10 propane range and oven, and many drawers and cabinets for storage. The settee is located to port, and and L shaped seating area surrounds a saloon table that can be folded out for company or folded up when not in use. This cabin, like the rest of the boat, feels warm and comfortable owing to the quality teak joinery, beams, and cabinetry used throughout. The helm station is located forward of the galley, and a half height door provides quick access to the starboard side deck from the helm.

The forward cabin is located a few steps down from the main cabin. This cabin is configured with a V-berth arrangement that will sleep two. This cabin, like the aft cabin, has its own dedicated head compartment. An overhead hatch and port lights provide light and fresh air and a hanging locker offers storage options.

The aft cabin is also located a few steps down and aft from the main cabin. A full size berth is located to the port side of this space. This space also contains a desk, a substantial amount of storage in the form of a hanging locker, drawers, and cabinets, open space, a head compartment complete with shower/bath, a separate entrance / exit to the aft deck. Large windows to port and starboard provide plenty of natural lighting making this a fine master cabin.

The flybridge is incredibly comfortable and useable owing to the 270 degree enclosure and canvas bimini. Bench seating, facing fore and aft, can easily seat 8. The upper helm station is well equipped with recently updated Raymarine navigation electronics.

3 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Broiler
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Drapes
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Raw water wash
Non-Smokers

This Universal tri-cabin 36 trawler is boarded through an opening rail amidships. Upon boarding, a companionway door provides access to the cabin. Full walk around side decks lead to the bow and stern.

The vessel is divided into three living areas. The main cabin contains a galley, settee, and the lower helm station. The galley is to starboard and contains a Novakool refrigerator, sink, Force10 propane range and oven, and many drawers and cabinets for storage. The settee is located to port, and and L shaped seating area surrounds a saloon table that can be folded out for company or folded up when not in use. This cabin, like the rest of the boat, feels warm and comfortable owing to the quality teak joinery, beams, and cabinetry used throughout. The helm station is located forward of the galley, and a half height door provides quick access to the starboard side deck from the helm.

The forward cabin is located a few steps down from the main cabin. This cabin is configured with a V-berth arrangement that will sleep two. This cabin, like the aft cabin, has its own dedicated head compartment. An overhead hatch and port lights provide light and fresh air and a hanging locker offers storage options.

The aft cabin is also located a few steps down and aft from the main cabin. A full size berth is located to the port side of this space. This space also contains a desk, a substantial amount of storage in the form of a hanging locker, drawers, and cabinets, open space, a head compartment complete with shower/bath, a separate entrance / exit to the aft deck. Large windows to port and starboard provide plenty of natural lighting making this a fine master cabin.

The flybridge is incredibly comfortable and useable owing to the 270 degree enclosure and canvas bimini. Bench seating, facing fore and aft, can easily seat 8. The upper helm station is well equipped with recently updated Raymarine navigation electronics.

3 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Bimini

Electric Ideal windlass
1 anchors
(Rocna 20kg Galvenized)
100'0" of chain
250'0" of rode
Achilles inflatable w/ Honda 9.9 outboard dinghy (2004)
(Inflatable)
9.9hp outboard, Honda , Short shaft ()
A transom davit suspends the 2004 Achilles inflatable with Honda 9.9 outboard from astern.

Nav Equipment

Compass
Wind
Radar
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Navigation lights
Computer
Fish Finder
Depth sounder

A subset of the navigation electronics have been recently updated with modern Raymarine Multifunction displays and Raymarine autopilot remotes (upper & lower helm).

A full inventory of the vessel's navigation electronics:

Lower Helm Equipment:
Raymarine Touch Screen Multi Function Display
Raymarine Autopilot Remote
West Marine VHF550 Radio w/ DSC
Davis Weather Wizard III
Lawrence LMS 350-A Echo Sounder
Jensen Stereo w/ AM/FM/CD
Dell Laptop w/ Nobeltech

Upper Helm Equipment:
Furuno LS6100 Echo Sounder
Raymarine Touch Screen Multi Function Display
Raymarine Autopilot Remote
VHF Radio
Analog Engine Gauges

Safety Equipment

Carbon Monoxide detector
Life jackets

Rule Automatic 1750 GPH Electric Bilge Pump is installed in the engine room

Broker's Comments

4 VIRTUAL TOURS - 1 VIDEO - 116 PHOTOS - FULL SPECS & BROKER'S COMMENTS CAN BE VIEWED OF THIS UNIVERSAL 36 TRAWLER!

This is heavily built, full displacement, fiberglass trawler constructed in the Universal boat yard, Taiwan. This yard later built the "Ocean Alexander" series of yachts and is known for quality construction

I am always impressed by the amount of interior living space and features that the popular tri-cabin trawler designs possess: two staterooms and two heads, with a roomy salon in between. This Universal 36 is rich in warm inviting teak, inside and out. Moored under cover, the exterior of this vessel is in fine condition.

With substantial tankage of fuel and water, Ford Lehman Diesel engine, and solid hand laid fiberglass hull construction, this vessel would have made a fine cruiser as equipped from the factory. A number of thoughtful improvements over the years have improved on that foundation. The heating system has been upgraded to a Webasto diesel hydronic furnace. The inverter/charger was recently replaced with a MagnaSine 2812 unit, updated Raymarine navigation electronics complement the upper and lower helm station, and a bimini and clear isinglass panels allow the flybridge to be enjoyed and piloted from in all weather conditions.

This is an attractive and well-equipped trawler for cruising locally or further afield. She is also well-configured for liveaboard applications.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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