The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Trapper TS240

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  • Boat REF#  ·  305763
  • Length  ·  7.67m
  • Year  ·  1981
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Lifting Keel
  • Sleeping berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x gas 2 stroke 10hp, Mercury 10 saildrive (1995)
  • Lying  ·  North Wales
Boatshed North Wales
Boatshed North Wales

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Ed Dubois
Builder Trapper Yachts
Lying North Wales
Fuel capacity 23.0 ltr (5.1 USG) Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x gas 2 stroke 10hp
Engine make and model Mercury 10 saildrive (1995)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Direct
Steering tiller
Drive outboard
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 4 knots
Max speed (approx) 5 knots

Engine can be removed from well and a filler panel fitted for sailing when required.

Dimensions

Length 7.67m
LWL 5.94m
Beam 2.80m
Draft Min 0.40m
Draft Max 1.68m
Displacement 1,200kg (2,646.0lbs)
Storage Ashore

Rig

Sloop rigged Aluminium spars (1981) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (1998)

Sails

Reefing mainsail JKA - Slab (1996) 3 Reefs
Headsail JKA - Furling (1996)
Other sails Spinnaker ()
Blade jib ()
Working jib ()
No.2 jib ()
Original mainsail ()
Spinnaker gear

Replacement mainsail and genoa by JKA Pwllheli. Original sails in serviceable condition are included.

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 1 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Lifting Keel
Finish Gelcoat finish

Hull treated with International 'Gelshield' epoxy coating.
Keel lift attachment replaced with stainless steel box and guide rollers. This upgrade replaces the mild steel keelbox and prevents the common problem of corrosion and possible failure of the assembly.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 1
Heads 1 heads (Manual)

Heads and galley cleverly concealed to maximise internal space.

2 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Broiler
Sink
Manual water system

Heads and galley cleverly concealed to maximise internal space.

2 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Sail cover
Spray dodgers
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers

2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
2 anchors
(Bruce and Danforth)
6.00m of chain
5.00m of rode
Cockpit cushions included.

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
VHF
Autopilot
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
Depth sounder

Autohelm 1000 autopilot.
NASA Clipper Duet log/depth fitted 2021.

Safety Equipment

1 bilge pumps (1 manual / 0 electric)

Broker's Comments

The Trapper TS240, designed by Ed Dubois. His design really ticked all the boxes with PBO giving her rave reviews when first launched onto the market.

She has a deep and heavy vertical lifting bulb keel with hydraulic lift, making her ideal for exploring and being able to use shallow moorings - with the keel retracted she floats in 12" of water!

The 10hp outboard is located in the cockpit well and with the furling genoa and all lines led to the cockpit she would be perfect for short handed sailing, She will ghost along in the lightest breeze and can be a handy club racer in the right hands with her exceptional performance to windward.

There are lots of practical home comforts below decks, with a good cooker and sink with tap and water storage, all set up in a clever system that allows the owner to slide the galley aft into the quarter berth giving more saloon room. There is even a proper sea toilet.

She looks to have been well maintained and there is a good history file to back this up. Ideal if you're looking for a first family cruiser or moving up from a dinghy!

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

23 years

Why are you selling her?

Change of plans, family commitments.

Where have you sailed her?

North Wales coast

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