1976 Beechams Sea Rider 45

“Aquitay” 45′ T.S.D.YA classic British built twin screw motor yacht offering plenty of space both on deck and below. If you are looking to enjoy long or short passages or even wanting to experience life afloat then this cruiser must be seen. Her three cabin layout provides diesel central heating to radiators (New 2024) superb Navigation aids including A.I.S. with particular attention to her D.C electrical system that is now offers easy management. Twin helm stations and excellent visibility from both. Her more modern day counter part would come with a serious price tag and may not even come close to offering the accommodation an superb sea keeping qualities offered by this Beecham Motor Yacht.

General, Dimensions, Build & EngineBuilt:1976Builder / Yard:Beechams Marine of GloucesterConstruction:G.R.P hull with fibre glass decks to Marine ply superstructure. Alloy Marine windows. Aft Teak deck laid to upper helm station.Dimensions:LOA: 45’/ 13.72mBeam: 14′ / 4.27mDraught: 4′ / 1.22mEngines / Technical:Twin Ford 120hp naturally aspirated Marine diesels, hydraulic gearboxes to direct drive propeller shafts.

BSC, Nav Equipment, Electrics and Safety EquipmentValid Boat safety Certificate covering elements of Fire fighting equipment, Gas installation, fuel system, ventilation, carbon monoxide monitoring24v DC System has two battery banks, House batteries and Start batteries. Full descriptive of managing this now simplified system is on board along with all manuals for multiple relevant systems. Smart gauge relay system assists automatic monitoring. In addition and linked to battery management is the on board 300 watt Solar panels / controller12v supply managing engine instruments as well as the VHF radio, chart plotter and AIS system.1800w quasi sine inverter installed for 230 v supply when off grid.Victron battery charger / shoreline use.230V AC circuit via Consumer unit supplying multiple double sockets throughout the ship. USB outlets also fitted.Navigational aids:Furuno Chart plotterSimrad 17″ Chart plotter with integrated apps for remote operationCetrek AutopilotDSC VHF RadioA.I.SSafety Equipment:2 x Horseshoe style life ringsSeago 6 man Cannister liferaft in date until March 2028

On Deck, Upper Helm, AccomodationOn Deck:From her large bow section with with Solid Hardwood safety hand rail to the entire deck. Single gaurd rail cable, Sea legs mounted to side decks forward allowing her access to drying anchorages! Fob style anchor approximately 25kg to 3/8″ galavanised chain / manual anchor windlass.Superstructure house various deck ventilators, raised pigeon box incorporating opening Houdini style alloy hatches. Honwave 2.3m Inflatable tender with inflatable keel and solid transom.Windscreen to lower helm has a Kent windscreen wiper. Her wide side decks make for easy and safe entry fore and aft. 3 x Trumpet horns. Aft entry to the raised Flybridge, solid hardwood handrail with teak deck, Aluminium hinged radar arch, large teak topped storage locker to starboard. Full canopy for complete weather protection and laced dodgers to cockpit wings carrying the ships name.Navigation lights, Anchor light, 1.8m Vhf antenna, twin lazarette lockers housing gas box and central heating unit for her on board wet heating system. 3/4yrd Red ensign to flagstaff. Alloy cleats to foredeck, midships and aft on both port and starboard sides.Upper Helm Station:Centrally mounted helm position with excellent visibility for those close quarter handling. 6 spoke hardwood wheel, Twin morse controls with PVC cover, Full engine monitoring gauges an protected from weather by acrylic cover. Portside entry to saloon via single hardwood door and folding hatch.Saloon:Large saloon with oodles of natural light through the alloy framed marine windows offering either hopper style or sliding openings. L-shaped upholstered seating to her starboard side of cabin and fixed dropped leaf dining table. Hardwood built in cabinets to portside with plenty of storage within. Cabin wings also offer further storage behind small louvre doors. Single radiator. 24v recessed deck head lighting. Access to aft cabin and forward cabins are centrally located each end of the saloon. cabin sole allows for full access to engines beneath, concealed curtain rails and fitted carpet tiles complete this comfortable living space.Lower helm station:Chart table compliments this portside helm with the 6 spoke hardwood wheel, full engine monitoring, overhead switch gear, Navigational aids.Galley:Forward of saloon and spanning the full beam providing great storage beneath the built in cabinets and drawers. A retro look is on offer here as she remains original throughout. Freestanding fridge (secured) frestanding 2020 Caprice Oven (secured) grill and 4 burner hob, extraction to galley space. Twin stainless steel sink with hot and cold together with a sea water tap. 230v outlets and Solar controller unit with usb outlet. Micro-wave (secured)Mid-ship Cabin:A comfortable cabin with Twin offset bunks in Hardwood cabinetry and drawers for storage in addition to the 3/4 recessed hanging locker. Consealed curtain rails, 24v lighting to deck head.Aft / Master cabin:In keeping with the general hardwood used throughout, her Port and starboard berths, storage beneath, and superb central vanity unit makes for this light and airy cabin. Dedicated 24v reading lights to each berth and 24v recessed deck head light. Alloy escape hatch to the rear. Single radiator. Full height hanging locker.Heads / Shower.Again this cabin is not shy on space given the overall capacity of this 45′ cruiser. Sea toilet, chemical porta loo, wash hand basin with hot and cold supply, shower cubicle/ shower curtain, heated towel rail.