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1986 Kadey-Krogen 42
$209,000
Boat in New Bern, NC 28562 US
42
1 Engine (Cummins)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
1986 Kadey-Krogen 42 Pilothouse Trawler - "Turn-Key Long-Range Cruiser or Live Aboard"
Overview
Step aboard this exceptionally well-maintained and tastefully upgraded 1986 Kadey-Krogen 42, a true icon in the trawler world. Known for their legendary "go-anywhere" full-displacement hull, Kadey-Krogens are designed for ultimate comfort, stability, and efficiency. This specific vessel, "HOI I KE KAI" combines the classic, salty character of a 1980s build with modern systems, reliability upgrades, and the sought-after interior layout that makes her ready for the Great Loop, Bahamas, East Coast Cruising, or Alaska today.
Key Features & Recent Upgrades
45-foot slip in prime location available for private purchase with live aboard availability.
Read the Other Details for more information. Call today to book an appointment to come aboard "HOI I KE KAI".
- Engine & Mechanical: Reliable Cummins 6BT engine (repowered by previous owner, serviced and maintained). Fuel tanks replaced with four new aluminum tanks (2015).
- Thrusters: Bow thruster installed for effortless docking.
- Stabilizers: Stabilizers for a comfortable ride in any sea state.
- Lower Deck: Teak removed, deck re-glassed (2026)
- Electrical: Modernized systems, including a new 9KW Northern Lights genset in Dec 2018, large house Lifeline AGM battery bank, start battery, genset battery (2024), and Magnum inverter/charger. New water heater (2025).
- Electronics: Navigational electronics, featuring a new Garmin GPS chartplotter at the flybridge with radar, Garmin GPSmap 7612xsv plotters at the lower helm, and Starlink connectivity.
- Galley Upgrades: Renovated U-shaped galley featuring newer Summit refrigeration/freezer, microwave/convection oven, 3-burner ENO stove, and custom storage.
- Comforts: Updated upholstery, LED lighting throughout, reverse cycle HVAC system (2020) and Splendide washer/dryer combo (2020).
45-foot slip in prime location available for private purchase with live aboard availability.
Read the Other Details for more information. Call today to book an appointment to come aboard "HOI I KE KAI".
Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Length at Waterline
39.5ft
Beam
15ft
Max Bridge Clearance
25.5ft
Max Draft
4ft
Drive Up Draft
4ft
Displacement
37479lb
Cabins
2
Heads
2
Fresh Water Tanks
360gal
Fuel Tanks
700gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Cummins
Engine Model
6BT
Total Power
210hp
Engine Hours
3900
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Drive Type
direct
Additional Units Included
- 2018 AB Inflatables
Interior and Layout
The Kadey-Krogen 42 features an intelligent "galley-up" design that keeps the chef involved in the social action.
- Salon: Entering from the covered aft deck, the spacious, beautifully designed, teak-paneled salon feels airy and warm.
- Pilothouse: The heart of the ship, offering panoramic views, a watch berth, and dual Dutch doors for easy access to the side decks. A custom captain’s chair is installed at the helm (2023).
- Staterooms: Two-stateroom layout with a large, comfortable master forward with double berth to starboard, plenty of storage drawers, a double hanging locker, and private head with separate shower forward. A screened opening hatch and opening ports provide ventilation and brightness. The guest stateroom, down three steps from the galley and to starboard, features a settee that serves as a berth and a Pullman berth with desk underneath. Storage is provided by a cabinet and drawers, as well as a large hanging locker. Two opening ports keep the cabin light and well ventilated.
- Guest Head: Located to port across from the guest stateroom, this head features a large stall shower, electric head (2020), vanity with stainless steel sink, medicine cabinet, and storage cabinets. A opening port provides light and ventilation.
Exterior and Deck
- Hull: Bottom painted (2026).
- Decks: Classic walk-around side decks for safety and easy line handling. Lower decks have been recently redone, the teak removed and deck re-glassed.
- Flybridge: A comfortable upper helm station with a Bimini top, offering great visibility for cruising.
- Ground Tackle: Robust anchoring system featuring a heavy-duty electric windlass and large anchor.
- Tender: Dinghy davits installed. 2018 AB inflatable RIB tender with recently serviced Tohatsu outboard included.
Spare Parts
- Tub A: Oil changer and oil pump
- Tub B: Transfer pumps
- Tub C: Filters - oil, water, etc.
- Tub D: Hose clamps, impeller
- Tub E: Pipe wrenches, torque wrench, aluminum pipe, snap ring players
- Tub H: Fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, and fan belt
- Tub I: Heat exchanger, actuator, hydraulic pump, and fresh water pump
- Tub J: Rubber hoses, transmission seal, strap wrench
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/26 | Initial price | $209,000 |
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Address
PO Box 238
Oriental, NC 28571
Boat Location
Contact Triton Yacht Sales and Service, LLC. about 1986 Kadey-Krogen 42
PO Box 238, Oriental, NC, 28571
Contact Triton Yacht Sales and Service, LLC.
PO Box 238, Oriental, NC, 28571

















































































































































