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Kelsall 46

  • Build year 1980, Sailingboat for sale
  • Virgin Islands

100,050 EUR

143,550 EUR

(115,000 USD)

Kelsall 46 Sailingboat 1980, with Yanmar engine, Virgin Islands
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B.V.I. Yacht Sales Ltd

  • Nanny Cay Marina, VG1120 Nanny Cay, Virgin Islands
  • Tel. +19419004510

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Legendary Kelsall 46 Trimaran Introducing the Triple Jack, a legendary Kelsall 46 trimaran originally built in 1980. This vessel has a rich history, having sailed across the Atlantic and competed in numerous Caribbean regattas. After sustaining damage from Hurricane Irma, Triple Jack underwent a meticulous six-year rebuild by professional craftsmen. Under the guidance of her owner for 30 years, she was restored to be better and stronger than ever. Following a season of local racing, she successfully competed in last year's RORC Caribbean 600, passing the test with flying colors. Equipped with a rebuilt Yanmar engine and a suite of electronics, Triple Jack now features a fully carbon rig and state-of-the-art new sails, ready for her new owners to continue the adventure. Main Description Boat History Triple Jack is a 47-foot trimaran designed by renowned naval architect Derek Kelsall and constructed in 1979 using foam-core GRP by her first owner, Frank Wood. She made her racing debut in the 1981 Two-Handed Trans-Atlantic Race (TWOSTAR), but unfortunately suffered a dismasting 190 miles before the finish. Wood attempted another transatlantic race in the 1984 OSTAR, which also ended in a dismasting. In the late 1990s, Richard Wooldridge and Steve Davis of Exmouth, UK, acquired Triple Jack and sailed her to the Caribbean, where she became a prominent competitor in the regional multihull racing scene. She secured victories in major Northeast Caribbean regattas over 26 years, including Les Voiles de St. Barth, the St. Martin Heineken Regatta, and the BVI Spring Regatta. On September 6, 2017, Hurricane Irma devastated the British Virgin Islands, causing severe damage to Triple Jack. The storm tore her from her mooring, leading to multiple impacts that left her upside down on a concrete bridge, with a broken mast, crushed coach roof, and detached sponsons. Undeterred, Richard and Steve embarked on an extensive six-year rebuild at Nanny Cay Marina. They modernized and strengthened the vessel, incorporating a new carbon mast and boom, composite chainplates, Dyneema standing rigging, a redesigned coach roof, and, for the first time, an inboard diesel engine. The restoration was a community effort, with friends and family contributing, often working on Sundays. Triple Jack was relaunched in March 2023 and made a triumphant return to racing by competing in the 2024 RORC Caribbean 600. This marked her return to ocean racing after a 39-year hiatus since the 1984 OSTAR. She completed the race with an impressive elapsed time of 3 days, 6 hours, 40 minutes, and 24 seconds. Owner's Comments Triple Jack is not just a vessel; she embodies a legacy of resilience and passion for offshore racing. Under our stewardship for the past three decades, she has evolved from a competitive racer to a symbol of determination and community spirit. The extensive rebuild following Hurricane Irma was a testament to her robust design and the dedication of those who love her. Equipped with modern amenities and state-of-the-art racing gear, Triple Jack is ready to continue her legacy in the hands of new owners who appreciate her history and capabilities. Whether you're aiming for podium finishes in prestigious regattas or seeking thrilling offshore adventures, she is poised to deliver exceptional performance and unforgettable experiences. Basic Information Name: Triple Jack Make: Kelsall Model: 47 Year: 1980 Vessel Type: Trimaran Length: 47' Hull Material: GRP Airex cored Registration Country: BVI British Location: Nanny Cay, BVI Dimensions and Weights LOA: 47' Draft (max/min): 8' / 3' Beam: 29' Displacement: 9,456 lbs / 4,298 kg Speed and Performance Cruising Speed: 6 knots (2,500 RPM) Max Speed: 8 knots (3,000 RPM) Range: 548 nautical miles Tankage Fuel: 1 tank, 25 gallons (Plastic) Fresh Water: None Holding Tank: None Accommodation Cabins: 2 Berths: 6 Heads: 1 Seating Capacity: 6 Engine Information Manufacturer: Yanmar Model: 3GM30F (1995, rebuilt in 2022) Horsepower: 30 HP Engine Type: Inboard, 4-stroke Drive Type: SD20 Saildrive Fuel Type: Diesel Propeller: FlexoFold 2-blade (Composite hub, bronze blades, 18") Engine Hours: 120 Electronics and Navigation Autopilot: ST1000+ Tiller Pilot Chart Plotter: Simrad Depth Sounder: ST60 Speed Log: ST60 Primary VHF Radio: ICOM IC-M330 Secondary VHF Radio: Handheld ICOM Wind Instruments: ST60 (Direction and Speed) Compass: Yes Stereo: Bluetooth amp with speakers inside and out EPIRB: Yes AIS Receiver: Yes Deck Lights: Yes Additional Info Equipped to RORC Offshore Cat 1/2 Multihull standards (2024 C600 race). Electrical System DC Voltage: 12V House Batteries: Full River Type 31, also used for the engine Battery Monitor: Link 1000 Alternator: Hitachi 85 Amp Mechanical Equipment Manual Bilge Pumps: Yes (1) Electric Bilge Pumps: Yes (4) Steering: Tiller Safety Package: RORC Cat 1/2 Fire Extinguishers: Yes (2 Kidde) Deck and Cockpit Equipment Anchoring: Primary Anchor: Fortress FX with 30' chain and 200' rode Secondary Anchor: 35 lb CQR with 20' chain and 200' rode Cockpit Awning: Yes Fenders and Dock Lines: Yes Sails and Rigging Main Mast: Carbon, 60' Genoa Roller Furling: ProFurl 430 race Mainsheet Traveler: No, twin mainsheets Spinnaker: Yes (2) Sail Area: Main: 66 sqm Genoa: 47 sqm Screecher: 75 sqm Standing Rigging: Colligo fiber Chain Plates: Composite Winches Mast: 2 x Lewmar 44 Cockpit: 2 x Lewmar 54, 2 x Lewmar 44, 2 x Lewmar 30 Backstay: 2 x Lewmar 44 Sails Main: Fat head, fully battened (Zoom Sails Nautospher V450, 2023) Genoa: Carbon, filmless (Zoom Sails, 2023) Screecher: Dacron (Zoom Sails, 2023) Spinnaker: Dacron (2016) We have 100's more photos for all our listings, contact the broker to learn more today! 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Specifications

Materiale / unit

Hull type

Fibreglass

Length

14.25

Beam

8.84

Deplacement

9456

Depth

2.44

Motor & technic

Engine

Yanmar

Total power

30

Engine count

1

Engine place

Inboard

Engine hours

120

Fuel

Diesel