2016 Trusty T28
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Built in 2016 by Windboats Marine, this Trusty T28 is a well-proven, confidence-inspiring 28-footer from a respected builder, offering timeless looks, practical design, and amazing performance.Stable, responsive, and reassuring underway, the T28 delivers a smooth, controlled ride that inspires absolute confidence. Reasons to love her:Proven builder pedigreeBuilt by Windboats Marine, known for solid construction and dependable designs you can trust offshore.Confidence-inspiring performanceA stable, sea-kindly hull delivers a smooth and controlled ride Built to lastRobust construction and practical systems make the Trusty T28 a long-term boatVersatile and adaptableTimeless designClean, purposeful lines that still look right todayShe comes with a wealth of desirable features:Webasto cabin heating, LED lighting, Digital radar, Electric windlass, Full cockpit canopy, Bow thruster, Holding tank.Her Deep water berth (outside cil) available subject to separate agreementThe Trusty T28 is a boat you can rely on — solid, capable, and quietly impressive. For buyers seeking a dependable 28-footer with presence, performance, and pedigree, this vessel deserves serious consideration.Broker commentsTrusty T28 built in 2016 - A beautiful 'Little Ship' with solid seakeeping prowess.Yanmar 220 HP diesel engine with only circa 569 hours. High build quality with Teak cabinetry, Webasto cabin heating, LED lighting, Digital radar, Electric windlass, Full cockpit canopy, Bow thruster, Holding tank, Rope cutter. Presented in very good order and has been beautifully maintained. Please note- the boat was UK tax paid and following Brexit is NO LONGER EU tax paid, however if you are not tax based in the EU you can take your boat into the EU on temporary admission for 18 months at a time.Please remember that we are not tax advisors and you should always take your own tax advice but If you are an EU resident and wish to keep her in EU waters then we think that you would have to pay tax again wherever she will be kept.NAVIGATION AIDSDepth gauge and speed log NEW 2024 Raymarine Ray60 VHF - Steering Position NEW 2023GPS - Steering PositionRaymarine i60 MFDRaymarine Autopilot including P70R controller- Steering PositionRaymarine S100 remote autopilot controllerRaymarine Radar 4kw 18" HD Colour Radar - Steering Position. Refurbished by Raymarine 2024Upgraded - E125 12" hybrid Chartplotter display with EU charts- Steering PositionWind/ Speed and Direction module - info on i70- Steering PositionRaymarine AIS Transmitter/ Receiver 650 - Steering PositionMagnetic CompassICS Electronics - Nav 6 Navtex Weather ForecastingExternal mast mounted two-speed searchlight with electric controls at helm positionNew depth gauge and speed log installed 2024GROUND TACKLECustom made Bow/Anchor roller with an Anchor40 meters of Anchor chainElectric Anchor winch (Serviced 2026) with deck/helm controls Self-draining Anchor locker with opening deck accessDECK GEARFull-length stainless steel pulpit, aft pushpitStainless steel grabs rails on forward cabin roof, wheelhouse roof and aft bulkheadsEight robust stainless steel mooring cleats with forwarding fairleads (4 each side)Fenders plus one fender stepOpening hatch on the forward cabin roofMoulded GRP transom door to stainless steel bathing platform with hardwood slatsSix piece canopy with zip-out rear and side panels, acrylic windows & folding stainless steel canopy frames, zip-on storage sleeve also one piece winter cockpit coverForward windscreen coverSteps to side decksBathing platform with folding stainless steel boarding ladderDavits - Stern mounted for use of dinghy in combination with swim platformL-shaped seating with storage bins under, fully upholstered seats and backrestsLarge lazarette storage with hinged access cover, access panel for engine service withinLarge engine access hatch with gas strut support and soundproofingSelf-draining to the floor, engine hatch and lazarette hatch gullies4 Solid Sapele, bi-folding doors for access to saloon2 x gas lockersSAFETY EQUIPMENTPlease note: All safety equipment is sold as seen with no guarantees or warranties. Ancasta International Boat Sales recommend all safety equipment is tested and/or inspected by a qualified technician and its suitability for intended use evaluated.One Automatic bilge pump, wired directly to batteriesAdditional Automatic Bilge pump fitted 2024One Manual Whale bilge pumpWater, waste and fuel tank gauges.2kg Engine Room auto fire extinguishers.Foredeck ventilation and escape hatch in forward double cabinFull navigation lightsGENERAL EQUIPMENTFull cockpit canopy with stainless-steel frame (Navy Blue)Blue cockpit cushionsWarps & fendersUnder separate negotiation: Inflatable dinghy and Torquedo electric outboard and 240v & 12v charging cablesYANMAR 220HP INBOARD SHAFT DRIVEN DIESEL ENGINEHydraulic steering with rudder indicatorFixed propellorTrim TabsRope CutterLast serviced: March 2026Engine hours: 569 hrs Turbo replaced 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSleipner SE60/185S Bowthruster with remote controlWebasto Airtop 3900 EVO warm air heating systemBow thruster emergency cut off button in the main cabinRacor filter fitted to the fuel systemEngine temperature, oil pressure gauges and alarms, hour meter5 x Heavy duty 12v marine batteries(1 x Engine dedicated, 1 Bow thruster dedicated and 3 x Auxiliary)240v Shore power system with 3 outlets10a Smart charger and immersion heaterAdditional light pack1800w InverterSolar panel system professionally installed 2023TANKAGEFreshwater capacity: 340 litres in two polyethene tanks (positioned to port & starboard outboard).Fuel capacity: 335 litres in a single polyethene tank (positioned on the centreline).Holding tank in a single polyethene tank (positioned on the centreline).Hot water capacity: 30 litres.Fuel, water & waste gauges.WATER SYSTEM12v pressurised hot and cold water systemUnused portable shower system on board and included with vessel TRUSTY T28Designed by John MoxhamBuilt by Trusty Motor Boats Ltd in 2016CONSTRUCTIONGRP hull deck & superstructure.Stiffened with heavy GRP foam-filled stringers, re-enforced with GRP accommodation and services framework, which is bonded to the hull or stringersEngine beds integral to the frame with steel reinforced engine mountSuperstructure - GRP with balsa reinforcing to tread and load areas, reinforced by plywood beds for deck gear and equipmentHull joined with Plexus and covered by aluminium fendering with plastic insertHull colour is Dark blue with a Cream superstructureDek-King simulated Teak decking in the aft deck/cockpitSimulated teak is also on the side and forward decksSemi-displacement hullLong keel/skegHydraulic wheel steering with rudder indicatorTwin rudder steeringStainless-steel radar arch 9ins wide side decks with thick gauge stainless steel railsDIMENSIONSLOA: 9.07mBeam: 3.33mDraft: 0.92mDisplacement: 4,900kg*All figures are approximate
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