1980 Kadey-Krogen 42 Trawler
$139,900
Boat in North Fort Myers, FL 33903 US
42 Trawler
1 Engine (Ford Lehman)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
1980 Kadey-Krogen 42 Trawler "Legacy" - Proven Long-Range Cruiser
1980 Kadey-Krogen 42 Trawler "Legacy" is a legendary long-range cruiser known for efficiency, safety, and classic Kadey-Krogen craftsmanship. Ideal for the Great Loop, island cruising, and extended passagemaking, she is powered by a 120hp Ford Lehman diesel (replaced 2014) with a 6kW Northern Lights generator, offering economical, reliable performance.
The galley-up layout and spacious pilothouse provide excellent visibility and comfort for all-weather cruising. A two stateroom, two head layout with enclosed showers, combined with generous fuel and water capacity, makes Legacy exceptionally well suited for life aboard and long adventures.
Highlights
600-gallon fuel / 250-gallon water capacity
Ford Lehman 120hp diesel (2014)
Northern Lights 6kW generator
Max Power bow thruster with dedicated battery bank
2500W Xantrex inverter/charger
Galley-up design with Sub-Zero refrigeration
Spacious pilothouse with convertible berth
Two staterooms / two enclosed heads
Extensive teak interior & parquet flooring
Wide Walk Around decks & folding radar mast
A proven bluewater trawler ready for serious cruising.
NEW PHOTOS SOON
- Dual Zone A/C
- Teak Parquet Flooring Throughout Vessel
Salon
- Large Opening Side Windows with Screens
- Love Seat to Starboard
- Two Leather Reclining Lounge Chairs with Matching Foot Stool
- Teak Drop Leaf Folding Table
- Teak Stacking Teak Tables
- Wooden blinds on
- Painting on Aft Salon Wall
- Entertainment Center to Starboard with 2025 42” Flat Screen Smart TV
- AC and DC Overhead Lighting
Galley
- Galley Up Layout
- Princess 3 Burner Propane Stove with Oven
- Sub Zero Refrigerator - Raised level for ease of access.
- Sub Zero Freezer - Raised level for ease of access.
- Magic Chef Microwave
- Double Stainless-Steel Sink with Gooseneck Faucet
- 12v Ventilation Fan
- Splendide 2100XC Washer (Down steps in Hallway)
- AC and DC Overhead Lighting
Forward Master Stateroom
- Queen Pull Man Berth to Starboard with Posturepedic mattress
- Ample Storage under 13 storage drawers and 5 storage cabinets
- Bookshelf Storage to Starboard
- Opening Overhead Hatch
- Wardrobe Locker to Port, 4ft Wide, Full Height with Storage Shelves in Rear of Closet
- (3) Bronze Opening Portlights with Screens and Curtains
- Reading Lights
- Multiple 110v outlets
- Nightstand with Storage
- Vanity to Port with Mirrored Lockers
Ensuite Bow Head
- Vacu Flush Head
- Bow Enclosed Shower
- Vanity with Sink, Faucet, and Mirrored Storage Cabinets Above and Cabinets Below
- DC Overhead and Wall Mounted Lighting
- Enclosed Shower with Curtain and Seat
- Port and Starboard bronze opening Portlights with screens
- Storage Lockers
- Access to Chain Locker through Teak Door in shower
Midships Private Study/Stateroom to Starboard
- Wardrobe Locker in Aft Port Corner
- Desk with Storage Drawer
- Port Settee/Berth with Storage Below
- Fold away Pull Man Berth to Starboard above Desk
- Hull Side Bookshelves
- Two Room Length Storage Shelves Aft
- Two Bronze Opening Portlights with screens and curtains
- Overhead and Wall DC Lighting
- Reading Lights
- Four storage drawers to starboard with a storage locker
Port Guest Midship Head
- Vacu Flush Head
- Vanity with Sink, Faucet, and Mirrored Storage Cabinets Above and Cabinets Below
- Overhead Lighting
- Stall Shower with Curtain, Seat, Shower Wand, and Towel Rack
- Bronze Opening Portlight with Screen and Shade
- Access Door to Ships Fresh Water controls and Washer/Dryer Vent
- AC and DC Overhead Lighting
- Garmin Dome Radar
Pilothouse Helm
- Morse Shift and Throttle Controls
- Icom IC-M412 Marine VHF
- Standard Horizon Intrepid
- Garmin GPSmap 3210 GPS/Chart/Radar
- Datamarine Depth
- Raytheon Ray Pilot 650
- Gemini Compass
- 12v Horn Control
- Satellite Dome
- Maxpower Bow Thruster Joystick Control
- Forward air conditioning control
- Freshwater wash down
- Salt water wash down controls
Flybridge Helm
- Morse Shift and Throttle Controls
- Marine VHF Radio
- Gemini Compass
- 12v Dual Horn
- Satellite Dome
- Maxpower Bow Thruster Joystick Control
- Centerline Captain Chair
- Beach Seating Port and Starboard with Storage Under
- (4) Cup Holders
- Stainless Steel Destroyer Wheel
- Northern Lights Generator 6kW under 3200hours
- 120amp Alternator with Double V belt Drive and External Regulator
- (2) Deka Group 27 AGM
- (1) Deka Group 27 Staring Battery
- (1) Deka Group 31
- (12) GC2-6V House Battery Bank, provide sufficient amperage to operate the vessel overnight at anchor or on a mooring
- Isolated Gel Battery Bank for Bow Thruster with Dedicated Charger
- Charles 50amp 24v Battery Charger
- Pro Mariner 40amp 12v Battery Charger
- Xantrex 2500w Intverter/Charger
- 50amp Shore Power Service with 50ft Cord
- 30kg (60lb) Stainless Steel Bruce with 225 feet of 3/8 inch galvanized steel chain.
- 60lbs Danforth style anchor with 20 feet 3/8 inch galvanized steel chain attached to 250 feet of three stand three strand, 5/8 inch nylon Rode
- Ideal Electric Windlass with Deck Controls
- (1) Sampson Post with (2) 12” Hawse Cleats on Bow
- (2) 12” Hawse Cleats Spring
- (4) 12” Hawse Cleats Aft
- Stainless Steel Bow Rail with Boarding Gates Port and Starboard
- Teak Swim Platform with Ladder
- Windshield Covers
- Stainless Steel Rub Rail
- (2) Fender Racks
- Bow Bench Seating with Seat and Back Cushions
- Teak Cap Rail
- Teak Accent Rails
- 360 Walkaround
- Access to Lazarette in Cockpit Sole
- Stern Mounted Dinghy Davits
Flybridge
- Dinghy Davit with Crane Lift
- Bimini Top with Full Enclosure
- Flybridge Cover
- Folding Spruce mast with Aluminum Boom and Standing Rigging
- Stainless Steel Safety Rails
- US Flag and Staff
- Borg Warner Transmission 2.5:1 Ratio
- 12v Blowers
- 2 inch Stainless Steel Shaft
- Bronze Rudder
- Double Racor 500FG Primary Fuel Filers for Main Engine with vacuum gauges
- Racor 500FG for Generator with vacuum gauges
- (4) Bilge Pumps: (2) Forward, (2) Engine Room
- Shur Flo Freshwater Pump
- 12 Gallon Raritan Water Heater
- Wagner Hydraulic Steering
- Electric Oil Change System
- Fuel Polishing System with Fuel Leveling Pump
- Hart System Tank Tender for Water and Waste Tanks
- High water, alarms in forward and engine room bilges
- Personal items, clothing, tools, personal pictures
- Dinghy and Outboard NOT PART OF SALE
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2/7/26 | Initial price | $139,900 |
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