NEW Steel Motor Boat

2026 STEEL CRUISER
(Ref No fb664)

Uncompleted project
12m x 4.3m x 1.2m
Construction - steel
Hull & wheelhouse superstructure nearing completion
Motor - Gardener 6LXB
Gearbox - Twin Disc 509 3: 1 red.
Hydraulic steering & anchor winch. Twin ram steering.
The timber work inside the cabin is finished apart from where the cabin is welded onto the hull after launching.
Accommodation: 1 x double and 2 x singles (below deck forward)
Hydraulic steering & anchor winch. Twin ram steering.
The timber work inside the cabin is finished apart from where the cabin is welded onto the hull after launching.

The new steel hull is under construction at Shepparton, Victoria.

The hull and the wheelhouse are in two pieces - for transporting.
The wheelhouse will need be welded to the hull upon arrival in Melbourne.

Comments:
Due to health reasons, the boat builder is unable to complete & launch the boat.
At this point the boat builder estimates there is a month's work to finish the project once the hull is dropped in the water.
Major work is completed.
Dishwasher, refrigerator and microwave are fitted
Some flooring still needs to be laid
Electrical - some done, but cannot be completed until in the water
Engine room needs additional painting
Carpentry - basically completed. Trim required
Steps (2) between bridge & galley to be installed, along with parts of flooring
Hydraulic steering lines in place
Shower / toilet - 95% completed
Hydraulic steering & anchor winch. Twin ram steering.
The timber work inside the cabin is finished apart from where the cabin is welded onto the hull after launching.
As on the web the accommodation of 1 x double and 2 x singles is all below deck forward.

The boat buyer has option of exchanging within the new asking price, the Gardner for a 6BT Cummins of approx. 200hp fitted with a ZF 2 : 1 red.
An inspection is recommended and can be arranged with 3-4 days advance notice.

Bessel built for shallow draft river or lake or coastal cruising.
This is not a surveyed commercial boat.

As from October 1 2026, the price of $125,000 will be reduced to $85,000.

Price: $85,000