Talisman 49 “TALISMAN OF WIGHT” Yacht for Sale | Tour with Hugh Rayner
19 November 2025 · 16 min · 2K views
What this video covers
The Talisman 49, *Talisman of Wight*, is a 1983 motor yacht featuring a GRP hull molded by Aquafiber and a commercial-grade fit-out by Moody.0:16 Designed by Murray Cormac and Associates, the vessel utilizes a reinforced hull structure similar to pilot boats and patrol vessels.1:03 Propulsion comes from twin Detroit 71 Ti turbo-charged engines, each producing 460 horsepower, paired with Allison reduction gearboxes for a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 18 knots.15:32 The navigation suite includes Simrad displays, TZT2 plotters, and a Ridley power-steering system with joystick controls.5:24 On-board systems feature dual Webasto heating—one diesel-fired air system and one wet Pro 90 hot water system—alongside an upgraded LED lighting array and San Marin Deluxe electric heads.7:21 The interior layout provides three cabins, including a centerline double berth in the aft cabin and a V-berth forward.12:19 The vessel is currently located in Dunstaffnage, Scotland, and is equipped for extended cruising in the Western Isles.13:42
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