1978 Tradewind 33, EUR 32 500,-

Tradewind 33 ORCA – Bluewater Cruising Yacht

British-built GRP long-keel yacht (1978), designed for offshore passages. 3,500 kg encapsulated lead ballast, protected rudder. Displacement approx. 9 tonnes. Capsize Screening Formula 1.56; Comfort Ratio 47.
Extensively refitted in 2015–2016 for long-distance cruising and single-handed handling. On two-person passages, one crew member can handle the yacht while the other rests.

RIG & SAILS
Sloop converted to cutter rig by Tuned (Enkhuizen). Standing rigging renewed by De Groot (2016). North Sails heavy-duty Yankee, high-aspect staysail and mainsail with three reefs (2016); excellent condition, cleaning desirable. Two Harken headsail furlers, running backstays, mainly Dyneema running rigging, mast-base blocks, Spinlock organisers/clutches. Main lines led to cockpit; 10 winches in total.

SELF-STEERING
Hydrovane windvane; Raymarine tiller pilot driving Hydrovane auxiliary rudder, also under engine.

ENGINE & EQUIPMENT
Mercedes OM636 42 hp four-cylinder diesel, runs well without smoke. Water-lubricated shaft bearing (2010), fixed 3-blade propeller. Rocna 25 kg anchor, Lofrans windlass. Raymarine Axiom 7, B&G wind/depth, two Standard Horizon DSC VHFs. Start battery 140 Ah, domestic 2 × 105 Ah, CTEK chargers, shore power, LED lighting.

ON BOARD
Newport diesel heater, Tubo Flow Elite heat-recovery ventilation, Seminautic double mattress on slats, RM96 toilet, foot-pumped fresh water. Ample storage. No hot water; cooker excluded.

CONDITION
Underwater hull received osmosis treatment in 1995. Teak deck aged and thin, caulking missing in places; no leaks. Some peeling paint on interior GRP; woodwork good.
LOA including projections 10.75 m; beam 3.23 m; draft 1.68 m. Diesel 200 L; fresh water 250 L.

Private sale, Sixhaven, Amsterdam. Viewing by appointment.