1978 Colin Archer 40 Bluewater Ketch, SEK 661 000,-

Linnea is a Colin Archer 40 built in England in 1978 in GRP (fiberglass), inspired by the legendary Norwegian rescue vessels. She is an exceptionally solid and seaworthy yacht, designed for comfortable offshore cruising and long-distance passagemaking.

With her classic lines, heavy displacement and beautiful teak interior, Linnea offers the strength, comfort and timeless character that have made Colin Archer yachts highly respected among bluewater sailors. Wherever she is moored, Linneas classic lines rarely go unnoticed.

The yacht is fully operational and represents an excellent opportunity for her next owner. The asking price reflects the remaining cosmetic work.

Please note:

• The first photograph shows Linnea under sail with the masts stepped. The yacht is currently unstepped, and the masts are stored ashore. They will need to be stepped before sailing.

• The wooden masts have been professionally repaired where required. Final surface treatment remains.

• The teak deck requires the normal maintenance expected of a classic yacht.

• A small number of interior cabinet doors are missing.

Rig & Deck

Ketch rig
Extensive sail inventory
Furlex roller furling genoa
Self-tacking staysail
Outer genoa on bowsprit
Two additional forestays
Two knot-free North Swedish spruce masts
Main mast approximately 18 metres
Heavy-duty stainless steel standing rigging in very good condition
Spacious cockpit
Solid teak bulwarks
Teak deck
Two insulated teak skylights
Lofrans anchor windlass with chain
Foredeck capstan

Machinery & Systems

Ford 2712 diesel engine (80 hp)
Engine starts immediately, runs smoothly and is in very good operating condition.
No engine hour meter is fitted; engine hours are therefore unknown. The yacht has had only one previous owner, and the engine is believed to have seen relatively modest use based on its history and condition.
Velvet Drive hydraulic gearbox
HUNNESTEDT controllable pitch propeller with electric control from the helm
24V electrical system
Converted to negative ground
Electronic master switches
230V generator
Eberspächer hydronic heating
Isotherm 50-litre hot water heater
Hydro System Mini Pack watermaker
Taylor's kerosene stove
Isotherm Magnum water-cooled refrigerator
VHF
Marine toilet with holding tank

Tank Capacity
Diesel: over 1,000 litres
Fresh water: approximately 1,500 litres

Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation for up to eight people, with additional sleeping space in the saloon.

Linnea represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-equipped classic Colin Archer at an attractive price.