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A Sailboat Tour of the Exquisite Little Harbor 63 Ketch
September 23, 2024 · 10 min · 50K views · Newport, Rhode Island
What this video covers
The Little Harbor 63, a ketch-rigged ocean-crossing yacht designed by Ted Hood, features a 63-foot length overall, a 17-foot 3-inch beam, and a variable draft ranging from 6 feet 5 inches to 12 feet 6 inches.2:40 Displacing 70,000 pounds, the vessel is powered by a 158-horsepower Yanmar 4L diesel engine and utilizes a hydraulic bow thruster.2:52 The deck layout includes two cockpits, in-mast furling for the main and mizzen, and Harken System 3 hydraulic roller furling.2:27 Interior accommodations consist of three staterooms, each with a private head, plus a forward crew cabin.3:03 Systems include a 24-volt Maxwell 3500 windlass, Simrad autopilot, and dual 16,000 BTU CruiseAir units.4:39 The boat carries 400 gallons of water and 375 gallons of diesel.5:33 Currently listed for $540,000 in Rhode Island, the vessel relies heavily on complex hydraulic systems for sail handling and steering, requiring specialized maintenance.9:21 While the boat offers significant luxury and offshore capability, the extensive woodwork and intricate hydraulic infrastructure demand consistent, high-level upkeep.9:50
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