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2006 DeFever Pilothouse
$429,900
Boat in Georgetown, MD 21930 US
Pilothouse
2 Engines (John Deere, John Deere)
45 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
New Listing - Sadly the sellers health forces sale. This low hour (700!), single owner boat has been loving cared for since new.
More photos and details pending.
2006 DeFever 45 Pilothouse Trawler is a well-built, long-range cruiser known for its sturdy, seaworthy, and distinctive design, ideal for extended cruising with features such as a raised pilothouse for primary helm position, dual John Deere engines and comfortable, practical accommodations, including a master stateroom. These trawlers are manufactured with high-quality materials, robust construction, and practical amenities, making them respected vessels in the cruising community.
Key Features and Characteristics
Design:
The DeFever 45 is a pilothouse trawler, a popular design for long-distance cruising, known for its seaworthy and distinctive "trawler" profile.
Pilothouse:
It features a raised pilothouse, providing excellent visibility and a primary, comfortable helm station.
Engines:
Powered by twin John Deere engines, offering fuel-efficient and reliable performance.
Features include a comprehensive navigation system, air conditioning/heating, and a functional galley with a convection microwave and induction cooktop.
Accommodations:
Offers spacious and comfortable accommodations, including a walk-around queen berth in the master stateroom, an en-suite head, and a separate shower.
Hull:
Features a strong, hand-laid GRP hull built for durability and comfort.
Builder:
These models are known for being built by reputable Asian manufacturers like the CTF yard in Taiwan, known for their comprehensive series of DeFever models.
Why They Are Respected
Seaworthiness:
DeFever trawlers are renowned for their sturdy, full-displacement hulls and overall seaworthiness, making them ideal for extended cruising and open-water travel.
Practicality:
The design prioritizes practical living and cruising, with functional accommodations and a well-designed interior layout.
Efficiency:
Their efficient hull design and diesel engines provide excellent fuel economy, a critical factor for long-distance cruising.
2006 DeFever 45 Pilothouse Trawler is a well-built, long-range cruiser known for its sturdy, seaworthy, and distinctive design, ideal for extended cruising with features such as a raised pilothouse for primary helm position, dual John Deere engines and comfortable, practical accommodations, including a master stateroom. These trawlers are manufactured with high-quality materials, robust construction, and practical amenities, making them respected vessels in the cruising community.
Key Features and Characteristics
Design:
The DeFever 45 is a pilothouse trawler, a popular design for long-distance cruising, known for its seaworthy and distinctive "trawler" profile.
Pilothouse:
It features a raised pilothouse, providing excellent visibility and a primary, comfortable helm station.
Engines:
Powered by twin John Deere engines, offering fuel-efficient and reliable performance.
Features include a comprehensive navigation system, air conditioning/heating, and a functional galley with a convection microwave and induction cooktop.
Accommodations:
Offers spacious and comfortable accommodations, including a walk-around queen berth in the master stateroom, an en-suite head, and a separate shower.
Hull:
Features a strong, hand-laid GRP hull built for durability and comfort.
Builder:
These models are known for being built by reputable Asian manufacturers like the CTF yard in Taiwan, known for their comprehensive series of DeFever models.
Why They Are Respected
Seaworthiness:
DeFever trawlers are renowned for their sturdy, full-displacement hulls and overall seaworthiness, making them ideal for extended cruising and open-water travel.
Practicality:
The design prioritizes practical living and cruising, with functional accommodations and a well-designed interior layout.
Efficiency:
Their efficient hull design and diesel engines provide excellent fuel economy, a critical factor for long-distance cruising.
Nominal Length
45ft
Length Overall
45.67ft
Beam
15ft
Dry Weight
41000lb
Cruising Speed
8kn
Max Speed
11kn
Fresh Water Tanks
250gal
Fuel Tanks
500gal
Holding Tanks
50gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
John Deere
Engine Model
4045TFM50
Total Power
150hp
Engine Hours
699
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2006
Drive Type
direct
Engine 2
Engine Make
John Deere
Engine Model
4045TFM50
Total Power
150hp
Engine Hours
700
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2006
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/25 | Initial price | $429,900 |
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