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1989 Lord Nelson Victory Tug Sold Boat in Old Saybrook, CT 06475 US
Built in 1989
Victory Tug
1 Engine (Cummins)
36.9 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
37' Lord Nelson Victory Tug (Hull# 76)
YEAR: 1989
BUILDER: Ocean Eagle Yacht Building Corp, Taipai, Taiwan
DESIGNER: Jim Bacchus
The Victory Tug: FUN is the final 37' Lord Nelson Victory Tug ever built, completed in 1989 as hull #76. As the culmination of the series before the builders shifted to larger models, FUN incorporates many design improvements intended for the 41' and 49' versions. Notable enhancements include molded fiberglass decks and cabin tops that eliminate leak-prone screw holes, a more accessible companionway with a full-height folding door, and a redesigned salon layout improving safety and engine access. The pilothouse features a full-width helm console with ample space for modern electronics and a dedicated breaker panel.
Comfort and functionality are further enhanced by a VacuFlush head using fresh water, a separate stall shower, and optimized storage space that includes an inverter/charger in place of a washer. Navigation is supported by a Raymarine chartplotter and backup Garmin GPS. The dual Sea Frost refrigeration system with separate compressors and a sea-debris-resistant cooling method ensures efficiency. FUN also offers long-range cruising capability, consuming only 1.5 gallons of fuel per hour with a range of about 1,000 nautical miles. The tug is equipped with three independent electrical systems for engine starting, generator use, and house loads, ensuring reliability during extended voyages.
Buyers will find manuals to every piece of gear aboard!
- BEAM: 13'2' DRAFT: 3'6"
- LOA: 36'11" LWL: 33'4"
- DISP: 20,500 lbs.
- BALLAST: 3,000 lbs.
- HULL CONSTRUCTION: Fiberglass
- CRUISING SPEED: Approximately 8 knots @1.5 gph
- HEIGHT: to Mast top: 13' 3" and to top of VHF antenna 16' 3"
- TANKAGE: Fuel: 4 aluminum tanks totaling 228 gallons
- WATER: Two SS tanks totaling 185 gallons
- HOLDING: 20 gallons in poly tank under forward bunk with new Hoses & tank level monitor
- Hand laid up fiberglass hull, round chine hull with full keel; prop is protected by skeg-hung rudder.
- Dark green topsides, painted 2011 with Alexseal paint (similar to Awlgrip).
- White boot top, red Pettit ablative Hydrocoat bottom paint (no blisters).
- All exterior teak trim is finished in Cetol light and Cetol gloss.
- Exterior teak trim on Pilothouse windows and upper edge trim was refinished in Cetol.
- All interior bulkheads are finished in Benjamin Moore oil base Linen White.
- Teak and SS striker on rub rails.
- Light gray fiberglass decks; bulwarks with teak cap rails (no teak decks).
- Door in starboard bulwark for easy boarding.
- 4 port lights in forward cabin
- All seacock thru hulls were recently lubricated.
- SS ladder from aft cockpit to upper deck to access mast and electric dinghy winch, LPG tanks and storage.
- New tank fill and fittings and vent hoses were fitted to eliminate chronic Lord Nelson fueling issues.
- TREX spacers fitted between fuel tank bottoms and inner hull.
- All fuel tanks are filled from starboard side only.
- Single Cummins 4BT 3.9M, 150 hp. @ 2800 RPM's diesel, 4 cylinder, turbo-charged, FWC, completely rebuilt February 2012 by Casco Bay Diesel.
- Borg-Warner Velvet Drive 2.6:1 reduction gear (rebuilt February 2012).
- All cooling water, exhaust hoses, and sea strainers were new 2012 on engine.
- Sendure heat exchanger, new 2012.
- 3 blade bronze 24 x 20 LH prop.
- Vetus Bow Thruster.
- 2" SS shaft.
- Spur line cutters.
- Espar diesel heater, new May 2012, located in lazarette with new hoses and wiring.
- Fireboy automatic fire extinguisher in engine room with current inspection.
- Oil changing system.
- Engine room bilge blowers.
- Hydraulic wheel steering.
- 2 alternators: Balmar 160 amp for house batteries and Cummins alternator for engine batteries.
- Engine room bilge, and bilges from forepeak to stem, were scrubbed and painted while engine, generator and tanks were removed.
- New Stuffing box packing
- Vessel has Walter keel cooler for refrigerator and freezer; unit was cleaned and bottom painted with new zinc added.
- Northern Lights 5kw generator
- Generator has Racor filter.
- 4 house batteries, 228 amp hours each, mounted starboard engine room.
- 1 engine start deep cycle battery.
- 1 generator start 1000 cca deep cycle battery.
- 1 Victron BMV 600 battery monitor.
- Xantrex 3 step regulator for house batteries.
- Heart Freedom 20 inverter with 3 step charger for house batteries.
- Shore power 3 step battery charger for engine and generator batteries.
- All battery storage areas were rebuilt.
- All mast lights were rewired with wires running through SS tube from base of mast to base of smoke stack to facilitate lowering of the mast.
- Davis weather system, anemometer, was mounted on mast.
- Shore power connector repositioned with new 90 degree Marinco connector fitted to shore power line.
- Guards installed over AC electrical panels.
- Rule 3700 forward bilge pump with helm cycle counters.
- Rule 800 aft bilge pump with helm cycle counters.
- Cycle counters at helm for fore and aft bilge pumps.
- Tank gauges for both water and all four fuel tanks.
- Shurflo water pressure pump with accumulator tank.
- Par-Max 4 saltwater wash down pump.
- New shower sump pump and new reassembled hose.
- Varnished teak interior, with a varnished teak and holly sole.
- Owner's stateroom is forward with an offset double berth to port, storage under berth with drawers, and a large hanging locker.
- Enclosed head to port with Vacuflush electric fresh water W.C., marble vanity, and drawers and lockers and a separate stall shower (not usually found on 37' Lord Nelson Tugs).
- To starboard is another large locker with shelves.
- Pilothouse with 360 degree visibility and port and starboard doors to access the deck, a captain's berth which is a perfect perch when underway.
- The helm console has been redesigned for ease of handling with all new electronics and gauges, etc.
- The electrical panels are handy to the helmsman.
- The companionway aft from the helm to the salon is on the port side to provide better engine room access and safer handling for the helmsman
- GE microwave
- 9.5 cu. ft. Seafrost refrigerator and separate freezer with Seafrost water cooled condenser via a keel-cooler.
- A Force LPG range with oven
- Double sinks with hot and cold water (Dometic 6 gallon hot water heater operated by shore power or engine cooling).
- Numerous dish lockers with dishes, glasses, cookware and flatware included.
- Aft of the galley is a spacious salon with an L-shaped dinette which converts to a double to starboard, with teak dining table.
- Opposite to port is a teak storage cabinet, and two teak upholstered arm chairs with Coral Sunbrella fabric, so six can dine comfortably.
- All berth cushions are Sahara Sunbrella fabric.
- The companionway aft has full standing headroom via a Scuttle hatch, not found on other 37' Lord Nelson Tugs.
- All Raymarine electronics are new in 2012.
- Raymarine 811C97 network, multifunction display radar, GPS-chart plotter, and depth sounder.
- Navionics Gold chart chip.
- Raymarine autopilot with rudder indicator
- Garmin GPS 128 back up with external antenna.
- ICOM M59 VHF radio in helm at dash.
- Apelco 150 handheld at helm.
- New spare VHF antenna; new AM/FM antenna.
- 6" Ritchie compass in brass binnacle.
- Black panels for helm console.
- Muir VE1000 windlass, controlled from foredeck or helm.
- Anchor meter / counter for chain.
- Electric winch in stack to launch dinghy.
- Air horn, driven by Grover compressor.
- 8 adult life jackets and 2 child.
- 3 handheld fire extinguishers.
- New SS Hawse pipe.
- 3 windshield wipers.
- Two 5 lb. LPG tanks mounted in stack with a third spare tank in deck lockers.
- Bronze bell.
- Wooden mast with halyards and blocks.
- 65 lb. Forjord anchor in Hawse pipe with 240' of 3/8" anchor chain (was re-galvanized).
- 35 lb. Danforth anchor hi-tensile with 165' of 5/8" nylon rode.
- 7lb Fortress anchor with 180' of 1/2” nylon rode.
- Two fiberglass deck boxes.
- Radar reflector.
- Boat hooks, fenders and dock lines.
- Custom swim ladder.
- Searchlight.
- Steadying sail.
- Sunbrella cover for pilothouse windshield windows.
- New mast shrouds.
- New upper and lower lifelines installed on the upper deck.
- Removable stanchion fabricated on top deck to make lowering dinghy easier.
- Two SS cowl ventilators.
- Bow and stem ensign staffs refinished in Cetol.
- 4" Weems & Plath brass clock and barometer.
- SS port lights with screens.
- SS handholds and rails.
- Two folding chairs.
- Two built-in fold up tables in aft cockpit.
- Hot and cold shower in cockpit.
- Two Bomar aluminum hatches in cockpit for storage.
- Awning for aft deck.
- Flares.
- Brass trawler lamp.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | Initial price | $149,000 |
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The 1989 Lord Nelson Victory Tug has garnered positive feedback from enthusiasts and owners alike, often highlighting its classic design paired with modern functionality
Customers consistently rave about its robust construction and seaworthiness, making it an exceptional choice for both long voyages and leisurely excursions. Many appreciate the spacious and thoughtfully laid-out interior, which combines comfort with practicality, boasting a well-equipped galley and comfortable living quarters. Owners frequently mention the charming aesthetic of the vessel, reminiscent of traditional tugboats with a unique character that stands out in any harbor. The solid craftsmanship and attention to detail are frequently noted, with many customers expressing satisfaction with the quality of materials used throughout the boat. Additionally, the performance of the Victory Tug receives commendations for its reliable engine and fuel efficiency, ensuring that it can handle various marine conditions with ease. Many owners also appreciate the versatile deck space, perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a day on the water. Overall, the 1989 Lord Nelson Victory Tug has built a reputation as a dependable and attractive choice for those looking for a blend of classic style and modern comfort on the water.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1989 Lord Nelson Victory Tug is a classic vessel that appeals to a variety of boaters. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of this unique tugboat:
Pros
Distinctive Design: The Lord Nelson Victory Tug features a classic and timeless design that highlights its traditional tugboat aesthetics. Its robust lines and functional layout make it an eye-catching choice.
Strong Construction: Built with durability in mind, this vessel typically boasts a solid fiberglass hull, which provides excellent sea-keeping capabilities and longevity.
Spacious Interior: The layout often includes a well-designed cabin with ample living space, including comfortable sleeping quarters, a galley, and a cozy salon, making it ideal for extended cruising or liveaboard lifestyles.
Excellent Stability: Known for its stability on the water, the Victory Tug is well-suited for both coastal cruising and inland waters, offering confidence in various conditions.
Versatile Use: This vessel is capable of a range of activities, from long-distance cruising to fishing and day boating, catering to different recreational needs.
Low Maintenance: The fiberglass construction often requires less maintenance than traditional wooden vessels, allowing for more time to spend on the water.
Cons
Older Model: Being a 1989 model means that potential buyers should consider the boat’s age. Some components may require updating or replacement, which could incur additional costs.
Limited Speed: Tugboats are primarily designed for stability and utility rather than speed. Therefore, the Victory Tug may not appeal to those seeking a fast-paced boating experience.
Fuel Consumption: Depending on the engine size and type, fuel efficiency may not be on par with modern motorboats, which could lead to higher operating costs over time.
Handling Size: While the spaciousness of the tug is a benefit, its size can also make it less maneuverable in tight marinas or docking situations, requiring more skill to handle.
Outdated Technology: Depending on the vessel's upkeep, some features and systems may not incorporate the latest marine technology, which could impact navigation and comfort.
Made For
The 1989 Lord Nelson Victory Tug is perfect for a diverse range of boating enthusiasts. Whether you're an experienced sailor seeking a robust and dependable vessel for adventurous long-haul voyages or a newcomer looking for the ideal boat for coastal cruising and weekend getaways, this tug offers unparalleled versatility. Its classic design and solid construction make it ideal for those who appreciate traditional craftsmanship as well as modern amenities. Families will find it a welcoming space for quality time on the water, while fitness and nature lovers can use it as a floating platform for activities such as fishing, wildlife watching, or simply enjoying the serenity of the sea. Moreover, the Lord Nelson Victory Tug is well-suited for those who value both comfort and practicality, featuring generous living spaces, ample storage, and a strong engine that ensures reliable performance. Whether you're navigating serene inland waterways or tackling open seas, this tug is built to handle it all, providing an inviting retreat while you explore the great outdoors.
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