J Boats J160
2001 J/160 "Salacia" now exclusively for sale with Yoti in Cleveland, Queensland. One of the World's Great Offshore Performance Cruisers.
Designed by Rod Johnstone and built by J/Boats, with only around 35 examples ever produced, the J/160 has earned an enviable reputation as one of the world's finest offshore performance cruisers. Combining exhilarating sailing performance with genuine bluewater capability and refined cruising comfort, it remains a yacht that experienced sailors actively seek out.
That reputation continues today. Veteran offshore sailor Michael Spies, a 47-time Sydney Hobart competitor, recently described the J/160 as his "dream boat" after searching internationally to find the right one--a reflection of just how highly regarded this design remains.
Salacia is a beautifully maintained example that has been continually upgraded while preserving everything that makes the J/160 so special. Advanced composite construction, an easily driven hull and low centre of gravity create a yacht that is light on the helm, balanced under sail and remarkably easy to handle for her size. Whether sailing shorthanded, racing offshore or setting off on extended cruising, she delivers the rewarding sailing experience for which J/Boats are renowned.
Below decks, the beautifully crafted teak interior offers a practical three-cabin layout with a spacious owner's suite, two guest cabins, a well-appointed wrap-around galley and comfortable saloon. Reverse-cycle air conditioning, a Sea Recovery watermaker and Fischer Panda generator provide the comforts needed for extended cruising. On deck, the Hall carbon mast, hydraulic backstay, retractable carbon bowsprit and comprehensive sail wardrobe reflect her serious performance pedigree, while a new Raymarine Axiom 2 Pro navigation suite (2026) ensures she is equipped for modern passagemaking.
Highlights
One of approximately 35 J/160s ever built
Legendary Rod Johnstone design
Hall carbon mast with rod rigging
New Raymarine Axiom 2 Pro navigation suite (2026)
Hydraulic backstay and retractable carbon bowsprit
Sea Recovery watermaker and Fischer Panda generator
Reverse-cycle air conditioning
88hp Yanmar diesel with MaxProp feathering propeller
Beautifully finished three-cabin teak interior
Well-maintained and comprehensively equipped for offshore cruising
The J/160 has long been regarded as a benchmark in offshore performance cruising. Salacia is a fine example of the design--ready for her next owner to enjoy everything that has made these yachts so highly respected around the world.
Please call Robert on for additional information and to arrange an inspection in Cleveland, Queensland.
Region
Queensland
Location
Brisbane Area Raby Bay, Cleveland
Reference
Salacia
Usage
Family, Leisure, Racing
Launch Year
2001
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP Scrimp Resin Infusion
HIN
TSP16027B102
Rego
QLD VW862Q
Rego Expiry
28/02/2027
Designer
Rodney Johnstone
Builder
J Boats
Length
52' 8" - 16.06m
Beam
4.42m
Draft
2.68m
Displacement
14,150kg
Keel / Ballast
Fin 4,990kg Lead
Deck Material
GRP with balsa core ( Scrimp resin infusion)
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
Regular engine services.
Model 4Jh2-DTE.
Diesel.
3 Blade feathering 22" MaxProp.
Engine room insulated - under companionway.
Single wheel & cables. Composite rudder stock.
Prop shaft.
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
88hp
Power Source
Diesel
Engine Hours
5454 hr (July '26)
Drive Type
None : Prop Shaft
Genset
Fischer Panda Mini 8 PMS 110V generator, installed in 2011. Approximately 960 hours (July 2026).
Fuel
600L - 2 X alloy tanks & 2X bladder tanks
Water
600L in 2 x Polypropylene tanks
Accommodation
Owner's state room forward with ensuite head.
Fully fitted teak interior with blue velour upholstery.
Opening windows and hatches for ventilation.
Full size drop leaf table.
All cabins have reading lights and fans.
Fully fitted teak interior with blue velour upholstery.
Opening windows and hatches for ventilation.
Full size drop leaf table.
All cabins have reading lights and fans.
Cabins
2 Rear cabins (one with accessible head).
Berths
Large double forward in owner's state room. 2 doubles aft, 1 settee and one pilot in main cabin
Galley
Twin sinks. H & C pressure supply with manual salt water tap.
Microwave and Nespresso Coffee Maker.
U shaped, wrap around galley for security at sea.
Ample locker and drawer space.
Microwave and Nespresso Coffee Maker.
U shaped, wrap around galley for security at sea.
Ample locker and drawer space.
Refrigeration
Top-opening fridge, front-opening drinks fridge, and freezer with eutectic plates, cooled by the engine compressor or AC power.
Stove
4 Burner Force 10 with oven and grill.
Water Maker
Sea Recovery Aqua Whisper approx. 35 GPH
Hotwater System
Hot water calorifier, heated by engine and AC power.
Shower
Hot and cold showers in owners state room and aft head.
Toilet
2 Vacuflush fresh water toilets with holding tanks.
Entertainment
Alpine stereo with Bose speakers in cockpit and saloon.
Air Conditioning
Marine air - reverse cycle air-conditioning in saloon (16,000 BTU) and all cabins (2x 7,000 BTU).
Dinghy
3M Zodiac - Tank Tender gauge for water tanks and pedestal mounted fuel gauges.
Outboard
Yamaha 15HP 2 Stroke
Covers
Dodger, bimini (new 2022) sunshades along boom
Ground Tackle
Lewmar electric windlass, with control head at helm.
40kg Bruce with 80m S/steel chain and 100m line. 2nd anchor Fortress.
40kg Bruce with 80m S/steel chain and 100m line. 2nd anchor Fortress.
Safety Gear
Cat 5 (easily upgradeable to Cat 1). GME MT600G Epirb, Jon Buoy Danbuoy + horseshoe). Offshore ISAF 6Pax Liferaft (out of service). Flares, Lifejackets, Fire Extinguishers, Fire blanket.
Bilge Pumps
3 Electric bilge pumps & two manual. 2 Additional electric bilge pumps in sail locker.
Electrics
Batteries - 4 X lifeline GPA 4DL AGM - 2 banks total installed 800AH. Engine and genset starting batteries.
LED Interior lighting with dimming.
LED Nav lights & tricolour at masthead.
2 x 125W Solar panels on bimini for trickle charging.
2KW Enerdrive Magnasine Inverter/Charger.
110V electrical system, isolation transformer for 240V shorepower.
LED Interior lighting with dimming.
LED Nav lights & tricolour at masthead.
2 x 125W Solar panels on bimini for trickle charging.
2KW Enerdrive Magnasine Inverter/Charger.
110V electrical system, isolation transformer for 240V shorepower.
Electronics
All new Raymarine Nav instruments - 2026. Raymarine 9" Axiom 2 Pro at helm and 12" Axiom 2 Pro at nav station. Raymarine i70 MFD x 3 & Raymarine Alpha 7" Performance Displays x 2. Additional i70 MFD at nav station. Raymarine with p70s head at helm and at nav station. Sailor fleet broadband satellite antenna for internet access. Raymarine Radar, Antenna on transom pole.
Ritchie compass and Fluxgate.
Ray 63 VHF at nav station with Raymarine RayMic at helm. Icom HF IC M802 with AT-140 automatic antenna tuner.
Ritchie compass and Fluxgate.
Ray 63 VHF at nav station with Raymarine RayMic at helm. Icom HF IC M802 with AT-140 automatic antenna tuner.
Sail Inventory
Mainsail - Fully battened, serviceable carbon mainsail with stack pack.
Genoa - 130% carbon furling genoa in fair condition.
Jib - No 4 - older but lightly used.
Spinnakers - A2, A3, A5 all in excellent condition.
Stormgear - Trysail and Storm Jib.
Furler - Harken MKIV 3 manual furler.
Other - Removable inner forestay with furler for offshore sailing.
Genoa - 130% carbon furling genoa in fair condition.
Jib - No 4 - older but lightly used.
Spinnakers - A2, A3, A5 all in excellent condition.
Stormgear - Trysail and Storm Jib.
Furler - Harken MKIV 3 manual furler.
Other - Removable inner forestay with furler for offshore sailing.
Mast / Rigging
Hall spar carbon mast ( clearcoat finish below decks).
Aluminium boom.
3 x 10 Deg aft sweep spreaders.
Rod discontinuous rigging, replaced 2011.
Retractable carbon bowsprit. Carbon spinnaker pole. Hydraulic backstay.
Aluminium boom.
3 x 10 Deg aft sweep spreaders.
Rod discontinuous rigging, replaced 2011.
Retractable carbon bowsprit. Carbon spinnaker pole. Hydraulic backstay.
Deck Gear
2 x Lewmar 66 2ST Electric primary winches, 2 x Lewmar 50-2ST - mainsheet winches (1 x electric & 1 x manual), 1 x Lewmar 54 2ST - halyard winches ( 1 x electric & 1 x manual), 2 x Lewmar 48 2ST deck-mounted winches at mast. Towable Genoa cars. Outboard crane and bracket at pushpit. Weber gas BBQ at pushpit. S/steel folding swim/recovery ladder at transom. Side deck boarding gates. Fenders, mooring lines.
Presentation
Remarks
Cockpit cushions, Variety of engine and boat spares.
Last Antifoul May 2026.
Disclaimer: All information contained herein has been provided by the Vendor, or sources YOTI consider reliable. However, YOTI do not guarantee the accuracy of any of the information provided and any interested persons should rely on their own enquiries and investigations.
Last Antifoul May 2026.
Disclaimer: All information contained herein has been provided by the Vendor, or sources YOTI consider reliable. However, YOTI do not guarantee the accuracy of any of the information provided and any interested persons should rely on their own enquiries and investigations.
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Robert Vrind
Robert Vrind
The Quays Marina,
1856 Pittwater Road
1856 Pittwater Road
Church Point
NSW 2105 Australia
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