DeFever 48 Motor Cruiser Long Range Trawler Style, Cruising Boat, Flybridge
Moonraker - Defever 48 Motor Cruiser
Moonraker presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded Defever 48--an iconic long-range motor cruiser renowned for its robust construction and timeless design. With a new vessel on the horizon, this meticulously maintained cruiser is now offered for immediate sale.
Over $150,000 in documented upgrades and enhancements have been invested over the past two years, ensuring Moonraker is ready for extended cruising, entertaining, or liveaboard comfort. All receipts are available for serious buyers.
Features a thick fibreglass hull, twin Caterpillar 3208 diesel engines, and a suite of modern systems that make her a true off-grid performer.
Recent Upgrades Include:
New anchor chain
New solar and lithium battery bank
New house batteries
2 x 1500W Victron inverters
Raymarine Axiom navigation and autopilot
New engine and water hoses
New shaft seals
New hot water system
LED lighting throughout
Brand new flybridge clears
Starlink-compatible Pepwave 4G router
New inside and outside furniture
2025 insurance survey completed
Antifoul, propspeed, hull polish, anodes, bilge pump upgrades
Specs:
1000L fresh water
3000L diesel capacity
Spacious layout with excellent visibility and comfort
Economical cruising with solar and inverter setup--no need to run the genset
Optional: 6x18m berth at Dockside Marina available for $30,000 extra--offering stunning city views of Kangaroo Point and the Story Bridge.
Enquire now to receive the full upgrade summary and receipts. This vessel is attracting strong interest--don't miss out.
Moonraker presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded Defever 48--an iconic long-range motor cruiser renowned for its robust construction and timeless design. With a new vessel on the horizon, this meticulously maintained cruiser is now offered for immediate sale.
Over $150,000 in documented upgrades and enhancements have been invested over the past two years, ensuring Moonraker is ready for extended cruising, entertaining, or liveaboard comfort. All receipts are available for serious buyers.
Features a thick fibreglass hull, twin Caterpillar 3208 diesel engines, and a suite of modern systems that make her a true off-grid performer.
Recent Upgrades Include:
New anchor chain
New solar and lithium battery bank
New house batteries
2 x 1500W Victron inverters
Raymarine Axiom navigation and autopilot
New engine and water hoses
New shaft seals
New hot water system
LED lighting throughout
Brand new flybridge clears
Starlink-compatible Pepwave 4G router
New inside and outside furniture
2025 insurance survey completed
Antifoul, propspeed, hull polish, anodes, bilge pump upgrades
Specs:
1000L fresh water
3000L diesel capacity
Spacious layout with excellent visibility and comfort
Economical cruising with solar and inverter setup--no need to run the genset
Optional: 6x18m berth at Dockside Marina available for $30,000 extra--offering stunning city views of Kangaroo Point and the Story Bridge.
Enquire now to receive the full upgrade summary and receipts. This vessel is attracting strong interest--don't miss out.
Region
Queensland
Location
Brisbane QLD
Reference
IS029
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Launch Year
1991
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
Designer
Arthur Defever
Builder
CTF Marine Taiwan
Length
48' - 14.63m
Beam
4.7M or 15'. 4"
Draft
1.5M or 4'9"
Displacement
23000
Deck Material
Fiberglass/GRP
Engine Make
Caterpillar
Engine
2 x Cat 3208 diesel engines with 3000 litres of diesel.
Spent over $100,000 on upgrading this boat over the last 2 years and all receipts are available.
Number Engines
2
Horsepower
210
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
3520
2nd Engine Hrs
3520
Max Speed
12
Cruise Speed
8-10
Propulsion
Shaft Drive
Thrusters
No
Genset
6.5KVA
Fuel
3700
Water
1000
Accommodation
The full-beam aft cabin includes a desk/vanity and a queen-sized walk-around bed, in addition to a VIP cabin. Forward with double island walk around bed, Twin bunks to the portside with separate toilet and shower, Aft Cabin with own shower and toilet
Cabins
3
Berths
6
Galley
Portside aft galley with plenty of below counter storage, Whale Hot water system
Refrigeration
250L Fridge freezer in galley, 150L bar fridge and 150L freezer on the aft deck,
12V in counter fridge/freezer on Flybridge
12V in counter fridge/freezer on Flybridge
Freezer
150L Freezer on Aft Deck
Stove
Stainless 3 Burner Gas
Water Maker
Yes, not in service
Hotwater System
Whale Hot water system
Shower
2 Full sized Separate, Hot and Cold external shower on back of boat
Toilet
2 TECMA Electric
Entertainment
Fusion Entertainment with 60" TV in Salon 32" TV in Aft Cabin and 28" TV/DVD in rear cockpit
Air Conditioning
Ducted Air Cond to the main salon - Can run direct from the lithium batteries
Dinghy
Avon 2.8
Outboard
Tohatsu 6.8
Covers
Exterior window covers, full camper cover for the aft deck, clears for flybridge helm
Ground Tackle
Muir with Plough Anchor
Safety Gear
Yes - Epirb, Life Jackets, Flares, Yes, New Fire suppression system installed in last 18 months
Bilge Pumps
Yes 3 Auto
Epirb
Yes
Life Jackets
Yes
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
Fire suppression system installed in last 18 months
Electrics
12V 60a Enerdrive charger, Victron 3KVA Inverter Charger, Raymarine 12" Axiom touchscreen
Electronics
Raymarine Radar, Autopilot and plotter sounder. Stand alone Lorenz Starlight Pro
black box navigation with CMapNT. Raymarine 12" Axiom touchscreen.
black box navigation with CMapNT. Raymarine 12" Axiom touchscreen.
Deck Gear
N/A
Remarks
The spacious aft deck features clears, creating an excellent area for indoor and outdoor entertaining. From there, you can step down into the main saloon, which includes an aft galley on the port side, two armchairs, and a dinette with L-shaped seating. The helm is located to starboard, with an adjacent door providing access to the wide walk-around decks.
ABOUT THE SELLER
JDM Luxury Boat Brokerage
Paradise Point
Gold Coast
QLD 4216 Australia
QLD 4216 Australia
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