1974 Hatteras 48 Yachtfish Boat in Gibsons, BC CA

Hatteras has long been recognized as one of America's great builders of substantial offshore cruising yachts, earning its reputation through rugged fiberglass construction, capable deep-V hull designs and yachts engineered for serious use. The classic Hatteras models of this era are particularly respected for their heavy construction, excellent interior volume, practical systems access and timeless styling, qualities that have allowed many of these yachts to remain capable cruising platforms decades after they were built. The 48 Yachtfish combines traditional Hatteras motor-yacht comfort with the versatility of an aft cockpit and an exceptionally functional cruising layout. Her teak interior incorporates private bow and master staterooms, two heads with showers, additional cruising berth, salon/galley, dinette and lounge, while a lower steering position and second flybridge helm provide excellent all-weather operating flexibility. Power comes from twin Detroit Diesel 8V71 engines rated at 480 HP each and coupled to Allison 2:1 reduction gearboxes, giving this substantial Hatteras a proven 960 HP diesel propulsion package. TWIN DETROIT 8V71 DIESELS - 960 TOTAL HP - ALLISON 2:1 GEARS - BOW & STERN THRUSTERS - ONAN 12KW GENERATOR - DUAL HELM STATIONS - REVERSE CYCLE HEAT & A/C - TEAK INTERIOR - TWO STATEROOMS + CRUISING BERTH - TWO HEADS W/ SHOWERS - LARGE SALON/GALLEY - FULL FLYBRIDGE CANVAS - ELECTRIC WINDLASS - TEAK SWIM PLATFORM - CLASSIC HATTERAS CONSTRUCTION +++ This particular 48 is extensively equipped for comfortable cruising and easy handling, with bow and stern thrusters, hydraulic steering, a freshwater-cooled Onan 12 kW generator, inverter, shore power, upgraded battery charging, reverse-cycle air conditioning and three automatic bilge pumps. Navigation equipment includes GPS, chartplotter, Benmar autopilot, twin Danforth compasses and Sailor VHF equipment. Her cruising inventory is further enhanced by cockpit and flybridge covers, flybridge bimini, winter cover, twin bow searchlights, electric windlass with approximately 80 metres of chain and anchor, swimming ladder, teak swim platform and a substantial inventory of spare parts - creating a capable classic Hatteras with the space, systems and equipment for extended time aboard. CALL NOW TO ARRANGE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING OR BOOK A PERSONAL VIDEO WALKTHROUGH