Fred Barrett 36 Performance Racer Cruiser NEW RIGGING, EXCELLENT ELECTRONICS, MANY UPGRADES!

With its exhilarating performance, significant recent upgrades, and cruising comforts, this is a yacht not to miss! Designed by Fred Barrett, and superbly built by Huon Yachts of Western Red Cedar with Fibreglass sheathing, 'Planet X' has been a prominent member of the Hobart racing scene since its launch. Very competitive on AMS, and faster than a Mumm 36 off the breeze, this is a vessel that has consistently performed well both inshore and offshore. The current highly experienced owner has significantly upgraded the vessel over the last few years including NEW 2021 DYFORM STANDING RIGGING, NEW 2021 CHAIN PLATES, MAST STEP, AND MAST SHEAVES, 2023 REPAINT OF THE COCKPIT, NEW 2022 B&G TOUCH SCREEN CHART PLOTTER IN COCKPIT, NEW 2022 SIMRAD TILLER PILOT, 2021 FULL REWIRE OF THE 12V SYSTEM INCLUDING NEW HOUSE BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGER, NEW Call Seller W INVERTER, NEW 2023 WEBASTO DIESEL HEATER, NEW 2024 GME BLUETOOTH STEREO WITH COCKPIT SPEAKERS, NEW 2023 FRIDGE, the list goes on! With an extensive sail wardrobe, and presenting in excellent condition, this vessel presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy racing at its finest! Whether you want to enjoy twilight racing with friends, or set off on the vessel's 6th Launceston to Hobart Race, this is a vessel than can do it all with speed and comfort!

Stepping onboard, the spacious cockpit is well set up for both the full race crew and short handed sailing. All lines are lead aft to the cabin top, and there are self tailing winches throughout. Protected with recently made covers, all the deck gear is all in excellent condition, with well set up systems for easy handling. The quality B&G electronics are always in easy view with 3 x Jumbo mast displays plus the cockpit displays. The companionway is well protected by the small solid dodger which allows the vessel to stay dry inside in challenging offshore conditions.

Inside, this vessel is very well set up for both offshore racing whilst boasting all the amenities for comfortable cruising and longer stays onboard. There are two very generous double berths aft, with single berths in front of them, creating excellent accommodation for up to 6 in comfort. The galley is to port and features a 2 burner stove, stainless steel sink with freshwater, and NEW top loading fridge in the chart table opposite. Forward is the toilet along with extensive sail storage.

This vessel is powered by a NEW in 2007 Nanni 14HP Diesel Engine. This provides easy and economical cruising at 6.5 knots, and is easily accessed for hassle free servicing. It offers excellent reliability and performance and was last serviced in DEC 2023.

With all the hard work now done, this well known yacht is ready for its next adventure. Fast and fun, but easily managed, it is sure to impress on inspection. For more information please call Jo Breen on Call Seller or John Radonic on Call Seller .

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.