Fairey Spearfish 30ft - 2 berth sports cruiser
Year: 1972 approx
LOA: 31' 6" (9.1m)
Beam: 9’ 6” (2.97m)
Draft: 2’ 10” (0.87m)
Displacement: 4.5 tons
Construction
Glass reinforced plastic Hull & Deck (GRP) with internal & cockpit wood trim giving a blend of wood to this classic Fairey design.
Some ten plus years ago, twin engines replaced with Cummins 6BT 270HP marine units.
Machinery
Twin 270HP approx Cummins Marine Diesels, with Borg Warner 72C 1:1 gearboxes.
Two shafts driving three bladed propellers.
Central fuel Tank approx 90 Imp gallons - Replaced with Tex Tank.
Four batteries, 24 Volt system, two to each engine
Racor (water trap) Filters fitted to each engine fuel supply.
Two engine bay, Auto Fire Extinguishers
Cathodic Protection Anodes fitted with bonding wiring.
Electrics
Four 24 volt Batteries with isolator switching. Only one set powers the auxiliaries, spring loaded cross over switch, so that all four may start one engine. The ship's switching panel is inside the cabin door, fused with 12 Volt & 24 Volt items.
Bilge pumps
1 Auto Electric bilge pump 1.1/2” diameter Engine Bay
2 Auto Electric bilge pump ½” diameter Aft
1 Henderson hand pump 1.1/2” diameter
Helm
The dashboard is laid out in Classic 'Fairey Style', with easy view of each engine gauge, with the Morse throttle controls in the natural position of the right hand.
Rev. counters + hour meters, oil pressure, engine water temperature, voltmeter.
Navigational aids are positioned within the console.
Fairey Rod & Bevel box Steering system.
Navigation Equipment
Echo Sounder:
GPS/Plotter: Raymarine C 60 GPS Plotter
Compass
VHF
Galley
Fresh water tank, supplies pressurized water to Galley & heads
Plate & cup storage
Small washing up sink
Accommodation
The cabin is entered from the cockpit to starboard and down two steps. From forward are two single berths in a U-shaped configuration with a possible dining table in between and stowage under. The table can be lowered to form a comfortable double berth with the appropriate infill cushion. Padded backrests outboard support varnished teak fronted cave lockers.
The main cabin roof has a ventilation hatch. The interior is light and has an airy feel with the full-length windows. The heads compartment has a door on the port side. The manual sea toilet is mounted on a plinth within the compartment, with shelf behind, toilet sea-cocks are under the plinth.
The cockpit/helm has excellent visibility through the classic trademark Fairey curved screen. A raised step is supplied for the helmsman and she has two dark blue cover cloth upholstered seats, a single for the helm and double alongside. The cockpit is covered in teak form decking
Deck Equipment
Stainless steel bow, stern, cabin top and screen hand rails
Tonneau cover original and camper overall cockpit cover, giving ample room outside
Usual complement of fenders and warps/lines
Owners Remark
This Spearfish has benefited from discerning owners, who have maintained her to a high standard and enjoyed her afloat.
Summary
An opportunity to purchase one of the rare all GRP Fairey Classic Cruisers. She has the advantage of the later Cummins 6BT marine engines. She is very much a 'press & go' Classic Fairey.
Lying: Currently ashore Chichester Price: On Application Please