Steber 34

Steber 34 Commercial Fishing Vessel for Sale | AMSA 3C Certified | Queensland
What is the Steber 34?
The Steber 34 is a purpose-built commercial line fishing vessel with a proven track record in Australian waters. Known for genuine seakeeping ability, structural integrity, and low-maintenance operation, it is a respected choice among professional fishers targeting dependable, revenue-generating workboats.

Vessel Overview
A commercial fishing vessel that earns its keep -- day after day, season after season. The Steber 34 carries a strong reputation in Australian commercial fisheries for exactly the qualities that matter to working operators: robust construction, reliable performance in demanding sea conditions, and a practical deck layout engineered for line fishing efficiency.
This vessel is rigged, certified, and ready to fish.

Certification

AMSA 3C Certificate of Operation -- approved for 3 crew
Compliant for commercial operations in applicable Australian coastal zones


Hull & Construction

Proven Steber hull design -- widely respected for structural integrity and offshore performance
Built to handle demanding Australian conditions with minimal downtime


Fishing Configuration & Storage

Large insulated below-deck fish hold
Ice brine bin engineered for premium product preservation
Cold chain integrity maintained from capture to point of sale
Suited to operators supplying top-tier wholesale and export buyers


Deck & Operations

Clean, uncluttered commercial work deck
Configured specifically for line fishing -- logical workflow, minimal wasted movement
Low-maintenance layout designed for working efficiency


Vessel Condition
Well maintained and ready to fish. No projects, no surprises. This vessel has been kept to commercial working standards and is available for inspection by appointment.

Optional Equipment Package -- Available Separately, by Negotiation
Note: The following equipment is not included in the vessel's listed price. It is available as an additional purchase -- either as a complete package or as individual items -- subject to separate negotiation.
A serious suite of commercial-grade gear is offered alongside this vessel for operators wanting a ready-to-deploy deep-drop setup:
Deep-Drop Reels

2 × Sundown electric deep-drop reels
1 × Profisher electric deep-drop reel

Deployment & Power

Minn Kota 36V / 100" electric motor -- manual deploy
Dedicated battery bank and charger

Transducers

Furuno B54 Thru-Hull Bronze transducer -- integrated temperature and motion sensor, supplied with fairing block
Furuno B265LH Bronze transducer -- 1kW, dual-frequency (42-65 kHz Low / 130-210 kHz High), depth and temperature

This equipment represents a capable, commercial-standard deep-drop system. It is available as a complete package or individually -- pricing and availability are subject to separate negotiation and are not reflected in the vessel listing price.

Who Is This Vessel Suited To?

Commercial line fishers seeking a proven, certified workboat
Operators requiring AMSA 3C compliance for crew operations
Buyers looking for a vessel with strong resale value and genuine earning potential
Those seeking a low-risk purchase -- no refit required, ready to fish


Inspections & Enquiries
Inspections are available by appointment. Contact Queensland Fishing Brokerage to register your interest or request further details on the vessel or the separately available equipment package.

Location : Cairns Area
Launch : Year1982 approximate
Hull : Fibreglass/GRP
Length 34' 7" - 10.54m
Beam 3.7
Draft 1.2
Engine Make Volvo Penta
EngineTAMD 71B
Horsepower 380hp
Fuel Type Diesel
Engine Hours 12,000 approximately
Cruise Speed 8kts at 1550rpm
Fuel 1,400lt approximately
Berths 2
Safety Gear As required
Epirb As required
Life Jackets As required
Flares As required
Fire Protection As required
Electronics Basic
Deck Gear Below deck insulated fish storage on ice
Ice brine bin
Pot hauler
Survey Details AMSA 3C Certificate of Operation for 3 crew