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$849,000

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Boat in Seattle, WA 98117 US

builtBuilt in 2009
Year the boat was built
model

49 Limited

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Volvo)

Engine type and count
length

52.5 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

--

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Length Overall
52.5ft
Length at Waterline
46ft
Length on Deck
49ft
Beam
15.83ft
Dry Weight
35200lb
Fresh Water Tanks
210gal
Fuel Tanks
800gal
Holding Tanks
60gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
semi-displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Volvo
Engine Model
D9
Total Power
575hp
Engine Type
inboard
Summary
Limited Edition 49' American Tug - Freshwater moored on Lake Union in Seattle.
Salon & Accommodations

The salon is a bright and open space featuring a combination of beatiful handcrafted hardwoods, light colored soft-goods, large windows with 3X that open, pleated sheer/blackout blinds, new light colored carpeting and LED lighting all of which together create a warm and inviting living enviroment. 


  • Handcrafted Sapele cabinets and furniture
  • Ultrasuede upholstered L-settee
  • Sapele hardwood settee table
  • New carpeted salon area flooring
  • Sapele & holly galley/dinette area flooring
  • Large salon windows, 3X that open, they have insect screens
  • Sheer/blackout window blinds
  • LED overhead, indirect and stair lighting
  • U-shaped galley with solid surface countertops
  • Dinette with wood table
  • 120VAC GFCI protected outlets
  • New Samsung TV
  • Denon stereo system
  • Diesel hydronic furnace -3 zones
  • 2X Stressless style reclining chairs
  • Round Sapele table - located between the salon chairs
  • Storage cabinets and storage under the salon settee
  • Engine room access hatch located in the aft section of the salon
  • Port & starboard cube-style chrome finished scones
  • Stainless steel ceiling safety grab rail


Foyer

The foyer is just a couple of steps down from the pilothouse, featuring newly carpeted flooring, the trawlers central vacuum system, skylight with screen, storage cabinets, CO detector and LED lighting. A nice feature is the main overhead light is motion activated, so you can leave the light switch on and if you get up in the middle of the night to check something in the trawler, the light will illuminate.


  • Central vacuum system
  • Storage 
  • Carpeted flooring
  • Safe-T-Alert CO detector
  • Skylight with screen
  • Stainless steel stair safety railing
  • Stainless steel portlight with screen


Owners suite

The owners suite is located midship and offers a pedestal queen island bed with built-in storage, a ceiling art design that mimics the bed design with LED indirect blue lighting & a fold down ceiling TV, nightstands with GFCI protected outlets, dual stainless steel portlights, diesel heat, flooring courtesy lighting, carpeted flooring and an ensuite head with a stall shower. Note: A great bed feature is that it was designed so you can make the bed without having to tuck the sheets & comforter in between the bedframe and the nightstands as you have to do with so many other vessels.


  • Island queen pedestal bed with headboard reading lights
  • Nightstands with storage & GFCI protected outlets
  • Bedframe storage
  • 2X Stainless steel portlights with screens
  • LED overhead and courtesy lighting
  • Carpeted flooring
  • Fold down, ceiling mounted TV
  • Sharp Aquos TV
  • Indirect lighting
  • Dressing mirror
  • Bureau with storage drawings and mirror
  • Hanging locker
  • Diesel hydronic heat
  • Electric 1000w heater
  • Garmin multi-display
  • Ensuite head


Owners suite head

The head features a hancrafted sapele vanity with solid surface countertops, maple & sapele flooring, storage and medicine cabinets, Vacuflush toilet and a large stall shower.


  • Sapele vanity with solid surface countertop & cabinet storage
  • Solid surface sink with a single lever faucet
  • Mirror
  • Medicine cabinet
  • Large storage cabinet
  • 120VAC GFCI protected outlet
  • Vacuflush toilet
  • Maple & sapele flooring
  • Towel racks
  • Stainless steel portlight with screen
  • Stall shower with molded-in seat


VIP Stateroom

The VIP stateroom features stacked single beds with a lower double berth, headboard reading lights, 4X drawers built into the bedframe, dual stainless steel portlights with screens, carpeted flooring, exceptional storage below the floor, hanging locker and cabinet storage, hydronic deisel heat, utility locker with separate clothes washer and dryer and private access to the guest head.


  • Stacked beds 
  • Double lower berth
  • Single upper berth
  • Headboard reading lights
  • 4X storage drawers build into the bedframe
  • Utility locker with separate clothes washer & dryer
  • Bosch Axxis clothes washer & Axxis dryer
  • Hanging locker
  • Cabinet storage
  • Skylight with retractable blind
  • Carpeted floor
  • Storage under stateroom floor
  • Hydronic diesel heat
  • Ensuite head access


Guest head

The head is accessed either from the foyer or ensuite, features a hancrafted sapele vanity with solid surface countertops, vanity cabinet storage, maple & sapele flooring, linen locker, medicine cabinet, Vacuflush toilet, diesel heat outlet and a stall shower with a stainless steel portlight.


  • Handcrafted sapele vanity with solid surface countertop
  • Solid surface sink and a single lever faucet
  • Maple & sapele flooring
  • Vacuflush toilet
  • Medicine cabinet with mirrored door
  • Vanity mirror wall sconces - 2X
  • 120VAC GFCI protected outlet
  • Linen locker
  • Towel racks
  • Hydronic diesel heat
  • Electric 1000w heater
  • Stall shower
  • Stainless steel portlight with screen in the stall shower


Galley & Dinnette

The u-shaped galley is located in the forward port side of the main salon, it's U-shaped design creates exceptional food preparation space for the chef and the aft serving bar is a great feature when you want to set out snacks for family and friends. A few galley features include Solid surface countertops, stainless steel undercounter sink iwth single lever faucet, quality galley appliances, abundant overhead and undercounter storage, an opening window in front of the galley sink, sapele & holly flooring and a dinette located accross from the galley.


  • Handcrafted sapele cabinetry with solid surface countertops
  • Double undercounter stainless steel sink with single lever faucet
  • Overhead & under counter storage cabinets
  • Drawer storage
  • Cookie sheet storage cabinet
  • Spice rack - pullout style, dual rack system
  • 3 burner Priness-Seaward gas range with stainless steel splash guard
  • Princess Seaward oven
  • GE microwave oven
  • 2X Nova-Kool RFU9000 DC 12 refrigerator/freezers
  • Xintex fume detector
  • Raised serving bar
  • 120VAC GFCI protected oultets
  • Sapele & holly flooring
  • Opening window in front of the sink

The dinette offers Ultraleather upholstered cushions, a sapele table, storage under the settees and the dinette platform, reading light, and an opening window with screen.


  • Dinette platform with sapele & holly flooring and storage under each settee
  • For & aft facing Ultraleather covered settees
  • Reading light
  • Cabinet storage
  • Sapele wood dining table
  • Storage drawer built inot the settee platform
  • LED lighitng
  • Opening window with screen and window pleated blind
  • 120VAC GFCI protected outlet


Electrical

Electrical power is 240/120VAC & 24/12VDC and supplied via the 250/125VAC/50A shore power system, a Northern Lights 8.0kw generator, Magnum 2812 inverter/charger, solar panel system and the vessels DC battery system that includes new Lifeline AGM batteries. All power is managed through the AC/DC power distribution panels that are located in the pilothouse. 


  • Northern Lights mdl: M753W2 8.0kw generator with sound-shield
  • New Lifeline batteries "Aug-23-2023" - 4X house, 1X main engine start & 1X Group 27 generator
  • Magnum mdl: 2812 2800 watt inverter - 125 amp battery charger
  • 250/125V Shore power reel system 
  • 1X 250/125VAC/50A to 125V/50A shore power adaptor
  • 1X 125V/50A to 125V/30A shore power adaptor
  • AC and DC distribution panels in pilothouse w/ digital meter
  • Blue Sea Systems battery selector switches 
  • Whale Heat F1200 11-gallon stainless steel hot water heater
  • Pentar - Shurflo 12VDC 5.0GPM freshwater pump
  • Balmar ARS5 multistage 12VDC regualtor 
  • Blue Sea Battery-Link ACR auto charging relay
  • 2X Alternators - 1X 115amp - Mitsubishi corp, 1X new
  • Automatic bilge pumps - 1X Rule 3700GPH & 2X 2000GPH
  • Jabsco "Utility Puppy 2000" 12VDC stabilizer water circulation pump
  • Blue Sea Systems - breakers & power distribution panels
  • Trumpet 12VDC horns
  • Defroster system for windshield in pilothouse
  • 12VDC ceiling, floor courtesy and indirect LED lighting 
  • Scotty downrigger 12VDC - bases & power - port & starboard aft deck
  • Solar panels 2X, mounted on top of the pilothouse


Mechanical

The engine room and mechanical spaces were designed to give the owner/operator easy access to the main engine and equpment that is housed in the engine room and the lazarette. All spaces are clean, well lit and offer very good storage. Main propulsion power is a Volvo D9-575HP diesel engine that is coupled to a TwinDisc transmission.  


  • Volvo D9-575HP diesel engine
  • Twin Disc transmission
  • Racor "Crossover" fuel water separation filter system - main engine
  • Racor fuel water separation filter for the generator
  • Hurricane 34,000BTU hydronic diesel furnace - the furnace has been rebuilt
  • US Marine - water maker 600GPD
  • SidePower hydraulic bow & stern thruster system - PTO off the front of the main engine
  • Muir hydraulic anchor windlass
  • Reverso oil change system
  • Groco ARG-2000 Sea strainer
  • New valve on the hydraulic tank, new hydraulic hoses & new hydraulic oil 
  • New Side-Power cooling pump & motor for the hydraulic system
  • 2 1/2" prop shaft - Shaft pulled, inspected and new shaft seal installed
  • 5-Bladed propeller
  • Rudder pulled, inspected and new shaft seal installed
  • Steering ram assembly rebuilt
  • Fuel capacity - 800USG - 2X 400 gallon aluminum tanks
  • Water capacity - 210USG - new sight gauge tubes
  • Waste tank caacity - 60 USG with macerator discharge pump


Pilothouse, Helm Station and Navigational Equipment

The pilothouse is a bright and open space featuring an inverted windshield design that truly opens up the helm area and also helps to block out sunglare, giving the helmsperson a better visibility when operating the trawler. Like the salon, the combination of beatiful hardwoods, light colored soft-goods, good-sized windows creates a great living environment and a comfortable place to operate the vessel. Getting to and from the side and foredeck from the pilothouse is easy thanks to the port & starboard sliding sidedeck access doors.


The helm console was smartly designed to offer the helmsperson good visibily and ease of access to both the navigation and vessel operational equipment. The captains chair, passenger cruising settees consist of a LlaBroc ultraleather upholstered captains chair and both a port and starboard passenger cruising settees upholstered in light colored ultraleather.


Helm navigational equipment

  • Garmin GPSMAP 8616
  • Garmin GPSMAP 7215
  • Garmin GSD24
  • Garmin GPSMAP 943
  • 2X Garmin GMI20 
  • Garmin cameras - 4X eng rm, P&S sidedecks & aft deck
  • Garmin anemometer
  • Raymarine infrared system
  • Standard Horizon VHF radio
  • Ritchie compass
  • Simrad autopilot
  • Satellite compass
  • Raymarine autopilot with a handeld remote
  • 12VDC Trumpet horn


Helm station & pilothouse seating

  • Handcrafted Sapele helm console cabinetry
  • Teak & Stainless destroyer style helm wheel
  • SidePower hydraulic bow & stern thruster controls
  • Volvo electronic engine/transmisison controls
  • Windshield wiper/washer system - 3X wipers
  • Windlass remote control & chain counter
  • Fireboy - fire system remote & override control
  • Xantrex battery monitor
  • Magnum Energy inverter remote
  • US Watermaker remote
  • Northern Lights generator remote & hour meter
  • AFI 12VDC outlet
  • 120VAC GFCI outlets - 2X
  • Solar panel meter panel
  • Captains helm chair
  • Port & starboard passenger settees
  • Port & starboard sidedeck access doors
  • Sapele wood settee table
  • Stainless steel safety grab rails
  • AC & DC power distribution panels
  • Clock & barometer


Aft deck helm control

  • Garmin GPSMAP display
  • Furuno autopilot "follow up" steer level
  • Volvo electronic engine/transmission control
  • Equipment cover


Foredeck & Windlass

The foredeck offers easy to maintain non-skid decking, stainless steel safety railing, Muir hydraulic anchor windlass with 400' of chain, dual anchors, a deck washdown system and large stainless steel deck cleats. Getting to the foredeck is easy from either the port or starboard pilothouse doors or from the aft cockpit via the comfortable sized side-decks with waist high stainless steel safety railing. 


  • Muir "Cheeta" hydraulic windlass
  • 1X Stainless steel claw 30Kilo/66lb. style anchor
  • 1X Delta 35lb. plow style 
  • 450' of anchor chain
  • Power up/down foot switches on the foredeck
  • 1X Maxwell AA560 windlass remote control - pilothouse helm
  • 3X Foredeck windlass area stainless steel cleats
  • Non-skid decking
  • Raw water deck washdown with a retractable hose
  • Anchor chain wash system
  • Deck courtresy lights
  • Stainless steel safety railing
  • Deck anchor locker access hatch


Tender & Davit
  • 2017 AB center console tender - MXO87010D717
  • Steelhead ES 1000 power rotation davit with wired handheld remote control
  • Yamaha 40hp outboard engine
  • Weaver stainless steel tender chocks
  • New stainless steel rail tender mount
  • Tender lift harness
  • Tender canvas cover
  • Non-skid bridge decking


Cockpit, Lazarette & Swim Platform

The large cockpit features a new deck enclosure by "Barrett Eclosures" (March 2025), a beverage center with stainless steel sink, engine/transmission/steering controls, Magma stainless steel BBQ, simulated teak decking, 2X Scotty downrigger bases & DC outlets, a flybridge access ladder & hatch, lazarette deck access hatches, stainless steel mooring cleats, transom shower, deck courtesy lights, raw water deck washdown spigot and a transom door leading to/from the swim platform. The swim platform offers a non-skid deck finish, swim ladder and stainless steel safety railing.


  • New Barrett Enclosures - deck enclosure, March 2025
  • Simulated teak decking
  • Large stainless steel mooring cleats
  • Beverage center with round stainless-steel sink & hot/cold water and cabinet storage
  • Stainless steel flybridge deck access ladder
  • Bomar flybridge deck hatch
  • Magma stainless steel BBQ
  • 2X Lazarette deck access hatches
  • 2X Scotty downrigger bases and DC outlets
  • Raw water deck washdown spigot
  • Transom door
  • Non-skid finished swim platform decking


Aft deck helm control


  • Garmin GPSMAP display
  • Furuno autopilot "follow up" steer level
  • Volvo electronic engine/transmission control
  • Equipment cover


The laraette is accessible view two large cockpit deck hatches, the space offers abundant storage, including a built-in storage shelving mounted in the forward center area of the laz and access to both the steering system and stern thruster.


  • SidePower hydraulic stern thruster
  • Rudder post system with dripless seal
  • Autopilot motor drive - Accu-steer HRP75-12
  • Storage shelving
  • 1X 250V/125V/50A to 125V/50A power adaptor
  • 1X 125V/50A to 125V/30A adaptor
  • Horn air compressor
  • Abundant storage
  • DC task lighting


Sellers Comments

The seller reports that the following items have been updated/upgraded.  


  • Rudder pulled new shaft seal
  • Shaft pulled , inspected & new shaft seals installed
  • Engine coolers, heat exchanger inspected, in good condition
  • New valve on hydraulic tank
  • New hydraulic hoses, new hydraulic oil
  • New side power cooling motor and pump for hydraulics
  • New batteries, all batteries replaced
  • New alternator regulator
  • New Simrad auto pilot / Raytheon auto pilot still fully functional
  • New full follow up Simrad lever steering control in the cockpit
  • New Garmin plotter in cockpit
  • New satellite compass
  • Wired for Scotty downriggers with mounts
  • Rebuilt steering ram
  • Bottom painted two coats/ new zincs put on - 2024
  • Added 100’ anchor chain, now 450’
  • Hurricane hydronic furnace rebuilt, new parts new pump also
  • New Samsung TV
  • Wheelhouse wiring gone thru, cleaned up and relabled by WayPoint Marine
  • New Maretron gauge
  • New starlink
  • New full stern enclosure by Barrett Enclosures - March 2025
  • New SS side deck boarding ladders
  • New SS rail system for the tender
  • New site gauges on water tanks
  • New carpeting throughout the vessel
  • New Bowmar hatch above stern ladder to topside
  • Buffed and waxed - 2024


Generators
Generator 1
Make
Northern Lights
KW
8
RPM
1800
Hours
0
Detail
Northern Lights, 8 KW

Price History

DateEventPrice
5/16/25Initial price$849,000

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Customers praise the 2009 American Tug 49 Limited for its exceptional craftsmanship and solid construction, highlighting the spacious and comfortable interior that makes extended cruising enjoyable

Many appreciate its powerful yet efficient engine performance, which provides reliable handling and a smooth ride. Owners often mention the thoughtful layout and high-quality finishes, noting that the vessel offers a perfect blend of classic tugboat styling with modern amenities. Overall, the American Tug 49 Limited is celebrated for its durability, seaworthiness, and the comfortable lifestyle it supports on the water.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 2009 American Tug 49 Limited offers a blend of classic tugboat styling with modern cruising comfort, making it a popular choice for long-range cruising enthusiasts. Here are some pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Robust Construction: Built with a strong, solid hull and high-quality materials, providing durability and safety in various sea conditions.

Efficient Diesel Engine: Equipped with a reliable and fuel-efficient diesel engine that ensures good range and manageable operating costs.

Spacious Interior: Thoughtfully designed interior with ample living space, including a comfortable salon, well-appointed galley, and roomy staterooms.

Classic Tugboat Aesthetics: Distinctive tugboat styling that appeals to those seeking a unique and timeless look.

Good Seaworthiness: Stable handling and solid performance in rough waters, ideal for coastal cruising and extended voyages.

Well-Equipped: Comes with modern navigation and onboard systems for convenience and safety.

Cons

Price Point: Higher initial purchase price compared to some other trawler-style boats in its size range.

Speed: Designed more for comfortable cruising than speed, so it may have a slower cruising pace than some other motor yachts.

Interior Layout: While spacious, the layout reflects traditional tugboat design and may feel less open or modern compared to contemporary yacht interiors.

Maintenance: As with any vessel of this size and age, ongoing maintenance and upkeep can be time-consuming and costly.

Limited Deck Space: The focus on interior comfort means outdoor deck areas are more modest, which might be a downside for those who prioritize large outdoor entertaining spaces.

Made For

The 2009 American Tug 49 Limited is designed for discerning boaters seeking a comfortable, well-crafted cruising yacht. Ideal for couples or small families who value quality craftsmanship, spacious interiors, and reliable performance, this boat is perfect for those looking to enjoy extended coastal or inland cruising with ease and style. Its blend of classic tugboat aesthetics and modern amenities appeals to owners who appreciate both tradition and comfort on the water.

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