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Southern Cross, a Hylas 46 hull number 52, is a custom-rigged, circumnavigated blue water cruiser currently listed for sale in Fort Lauderdale.1:07 Designed by German Frers and built by Queen Long Marine, the 46-foot vessel features a 7.5-foot titanium bowsprit, a repositioned inner forestay, an enlarged sail locker, and a unique cockpit-controlled Code Zero system.2:06 The boat displaces 28,000 pounds with a 44% ballast ratio and carries 169 gallons of diesel and 135 gallons of fresh water.3:49 Recent upgrades include a comprehensive systems refresh featuring a Victron power management setup and over 900 amp hours of lithium battery capacity.5:50 The interior layout includes a centreline queen master cabin, a Pullman-style guest cabin, and a secure galley designed for offshore passage-making.6:24 Powered by a Yanmar 4JH engine, the yacht maintains a 63-foot mast height and a 6.5-foot draft.3:44 Originally commissioned in 2004, the vessel has completed an eight-year circumnavigation and extensive Pacific voyages.2:44

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