2010 – Trader 42 Signature with twin Cummins QSB 5.9 engines

The Trader 42 Signature is a highly regarded, Category A rated offshore trawler yacht, often praised for its spacious two-cabin, two-en-suite layout, exceptional build quality, and comfortable long-distance cruising capabilities.

Built in 2010 and commissioned in 2012, this exceptional Trader 42 Signature is presented in truly immaculate condition, boasting low engine hours and meticulous care throughout. Every detail impresses, from the pristine joinery and plush soft furnishings to the elegant deep-blue hull and classic teak decks, with an extensive specification featuring virtually every conceivable extra.

Exceptionally spacious and supremely comfortable, she offers the perfect balance of elegance and practicality. Whether you’re seeking a luxurious liveaboard or a capable cruiser for extended voyages, this Trader 42 Signature delivers comfort, style, and performance in equal measure.

MECHANICS

Walk-in engine room… one of the best we have seen in a leisure boat and reminiscent of best commercial boat practice.
Accessed via dogged watertight door aft of the forecabin.
Massive longitudinal bearers.
Painted out in fire-proof resin. Aluminium chequer plate down the central walkway.
Thoroughly soundproofed.
Removable panels in saloon for engine servicing / removal.
Two Cummins 425hp diesel engines, driving stainless steel shafts and four bladed bronze propellers.
Cummins Smartcraft engine monitoring and electronic controls.
Also housing the batteries, generator, air-conditioning units, engine silencers, exhausts, engine ventilation extractor fans and fixed fire-fighting system.
Emergency fuel shut offs and vent closures in panel outside engine compartment.

ELECTRICS

Beautifully wired throughout.
Heavy duty 12v batteries for engine start and domestic supply.
Combined Mastervolt Charger/Inverter
Mastervolt Generator ( serviced 2022 )
Reverse cycle air-conditioning
High level bilge alarms
Exhaust temperature alarms

HELM INSTUMENTS & CONTROL

Raymarine 12″ Axion Pro Touchscreen Chartplotter
Raymarine Quantum Radar
Raymarine P70Rs Autopilot Control
Raymarine i50 Depth Display
Raymarine i50 Speed Display
Raymarine RAY240e VHF Handset
Raymarine RAY240E VHF Radio Speaker
Lewmar AA550 Windlass Control
Sleipner Dual Joystick Control Panel for Bow and Stern Thruster
Sleipner Dual Remote Control
Lenco Trim Tab Keypad (LED / Dual Thruster)
ROKK USB 12v Charger

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

Copper-coated (2023), inspected and re-agitated annually
Eberspächer heating (new heater fitted 2024)
Opacmare telescopic gangway (two-section with rotating turret)
Raymarine 300 day & night rear-facing camera
Snap davits
AIS receiver
Wi-Fi system
Exterior upholstery replaced 2021 (Silvertex)
Stainless steel 60lb Delta anchor
Upgraded Idromini ACB high-pressure water pump
Hotpoint 7kg washer/dryer

ACCOMMODATION AND LAYOUT

Saloon

Beautiful, high quality teak joinery throughout.
Highly polished teak floor grabs the attention as you descend into the saloon from the aft deck.
Stunning orange leather seating wraps around the raised dining table, with a swing out stool.
Great views forward and to port and starboard.
L shaped galley to starboard, with a smart black Corian top
AEG stainless steel oven with Electrolux hob
Dometic Cooker Hood including lights
Isotherm Stainless Steel Side-By-Side Fridge & Freezer – 5.3/ 1.8 Cu.Ft.
Built in dropdown Avtex Pro Television
Door to starboard providing access to the side deck.

Guest cabin

The guest cabin is forward with a walk-around island double bed featuring a quality sprung mattress. Wardrobes, drawers and lockers. ” Jack and Jill ” access to the heads with separate shower compartment and electric flush toilet.

Master cabin

The master cabin aft also has a large island double bed with sprung mattress, a dressing table with stool and TV. To port is the ensuite heads compartment with separate shower and electric flush toilet. There is also a full length cedar lined wardrobe with shoe rack to supplement the other drawers and cabinets.

Raised aft deck

The teak laid rear aft deck features helm and nav seats to starboard and a single seat to port with a fridge below. Aft is a bench seat and folding table. There are twin gates with steps down to the bathing platform. The aft deck has a full canvas enclosure. The radar mast is electrically lowerable to reduce the air-draft to below the 3.5m limit on the French canals.

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£279,950

inc VAT

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Specifications

Model

42 Signature

Year

2010

Location

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour, Beaulieu, Hampshire

LOA

43′ 8″

Beam

14′ 5″

Draft

4′ 3″

Dry Weight

13500kg

Capacity

Cabins

Heads

Electric Circuit

240v

No. of engines

Engine/s Model

Cummins QSB 5.9

Engine Type

Inboard

Engine Hours

572

Horse Power

2 x 425

Fuel Capacity

2 (850 l)

Cruising Speed

15 kn

Max Speed

23 kn

Water Capacity

1 (600 l)

Holding Tank

1 (250 l)

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