Built by Woodys and launched in 1983, the Eastwind 68 is a serious long-distance cruiser designed for ocean passages and full-time living aboard. Her 17.40 m aluminium hull, four cabins and exceptional tankage make her a boat for crews who intend to go far and stay out. Offered at €99,000 incl. VAT.
Build and seakeeping
Aluminium hull and deck, 17.40 m overall with a 4.50 m beam and 28 tonnes displacement: this is a genuine offshore platform, steady and reassuring when the breeze builds. A modest 1.60 m draft opens up shallow anchorages, lagoons and river cruising, a rare asset on a yacht of this size. Sail wardrobe includes a fully battened mainsail, genoa and storm jib, with bowsprit and mainsail traveller.
Power and autonomy
A Perkins 6-cylinder 135 hp, fitted in 1990 with shaft drive, delivers 6 knots cruising at 8 litres per hour. Tankage matches the programme: 1,500 litres of diesel and 1,000 litres of fresh water, backed by a generator, solar panels and 12V, 24V, 110V and 220V circuits. Below, four cabins and eight berths accommodate up to 12 people, with a full galley: oven, microwave, electric fridge, freezer, cool box and 60 L hot water.
Inventory
- Fully battened mainsail
- Genoa
- Storm jib
- PERKINS 6-cyl 135 hp engine (1990)
- Autopilot
- Compass
- Depth sounder
- Radar
- Speed log
- Wind instruments
- VHF
- Bilge pump
- Batteries and service batteries
- Battery charger
- Generator
- Solar panels
- Shore power inlet
- 12V, 24V, 110V and 220V circuits
- Anchor
- Electric windlass
- Davits
- Antifouling 2026
- 60 L hot water
- Bathing ladder
- Deck shower
- Exterior and cockpit cushions
- Cockpit lighting
- Winch handle
- Anti-UV strip
- Bowsprit
An opportunity worth taking
A 17-metre aluminium bluewater cruiser, comprehensively equipped and ready for an offshore programme or life aboard, at a price that leaves room to tailor the project. Boats like this rarely come to market.
Available for viewing by appointment at Port Navy Service.
