2009 CUSTOM BODYAT Expedition Cruising KETCH

Accomodations:
The yacht is fully airconditioned, has satellite TV and radio and full internet access. The salon is fitted with the usual bar, drinks fridge and ice maker, etc., a nice feature is the excellent visibility from the deck salon."XAMURA" is classed RINA 100 AI yacht. Full MCA complient.

Galley:
The heart of a successful cruising yacht is the galley. On "XAMURA" it is surprisingly large and professionally equipped, with a lift for food to the wheelhouse. "XAMURA" is also configured to be used in the charter trade. She is equipped with commercial washer/dryer and enough space and equipment for high quality pressing.

Electonics and Navigational Gear:
There is a full compliment of navigation electronis. Satellite radio and TV.Full internet access, etc.. Most of the electronics, navigation and chart equipment, as well as engine controls are duplicated at the aft steering station.

Electrical System:
Power to the vessel is supplied by two Northern Lights generators of 33KW and 35 KW. There are electrical panels for both AC and DC current distribution.

Deck and Hull Equipment:
The powerful Ketch rig has Bomar furlers and Harken winches. The ketch rig was chosen for ease of handling. The 1668 sq ft mainsail is set with in lazy jacks, and the mizzen furls in to the boom. It is expected that even in a strong wind, it will seldom be necessary to take more than one reef in the main sail. The large rudder is set as far aft as possible for maximum effect which allows the yacht to steer easily in all conditions. Top of the line hardware and winches have been installed everywhere.Ground tackle aboard "XAMURA" is heavy duty and easy to handle. there are two large CQR anchors slung under the bow-spit.A powerful MUIR anchor windlass takes care of the heavy lifting. There are MUIR warping drums on the aft deck and the Harken sheet winches can be called on to help with spring lines.

Additional Equipment:
To build "XAMURA" , high tensil steel was chosen for the hull material. The superstructure is in marine grade aluminium for light weight, strength and anti-corrosion properties. The lead ballast is hot poured in to the heavy steel keel casing to ensure that the ballast is as low as possible, giving maximum stability.The combination of low lead ballast, powerful rig and high tensil steel hull, guarantees that the ratio of sail area to displacement will produce a sail boat that will perform well in all weather conditions.The yacht carries two 4.3 meter diesel waterjet RIB's from CASTOLDI. Stowage is also available for two wet bikes. Windsurfers can be carried on the salon roof, or in the garage.