1978 Rustler 31

Designed by Kim Holman in the mid 1960's the Rustler 31 was a development of his earlier and very successful Twister 28. Over the decades the design has built a reputation as a fast and safe offshore passage maker with examples scattered all over the globe. TAKA is a MkII example of this popular design and benefits from a higher quality internal fit out than earlier examples. With 2021 survey report available on request she is priced to sell with her inventory highlights including: Yanmar 3YM30 (29hp) marine diesel engine, just 338hrs of running (2015) Darglow FeatherStream 3-blade feathering propellor Autohelm ST4000 tiller pilot system Hydrovane VXA2D windvane self-steering gear Tacktick MN100-2 navigation instruments Standard Horizon Quantum DSC VHF with RAM4 control mic Stainless steel standing rigging, fully replaced in 2021 Profurl roller reefing system on forestay (2021) The Rustler 31 TAKA is a well-equipped, long-keeled offshore cruising yacht, competitively priced and an ideal first boat for a young family. Lying afloat at Kilmelford Yacht Haven, she is available for immediate viewing by appointment. Full-length encapsulated ballast keel Heavy weight hand consolidated monolythic hull laminate. GRP formed internal stiffening members Plywood bulkheads glassed to hull Deck & Superstructure Construction: Single piece GRP moulded hull incorporating coachroof superstructure and self-draining cockpit Heavy weight hand consolidated laminate. Painted non-slip panels to finish decks and cockpit. Yanmar 3YM30 marine diesel engine (2015) 3 cylinder, naturally aspirated, indirectly cooled Kanzaki mechanical reversing marine gearbox Engine last serviced winter 2024/25 Volvo Penta type dripless shaft seal Extensive re-wiring of 12vDC systems and installation of new switch panels in 2010 Extension cable to connect to shore supply Single 3 pin socket at chart table Engine Battery – 1x 12vDC, 110Ah, lead acid Domestic Battery – 1x 12vDC, 110Ah, lead acid Single-engine driven alternator, 12vDC, 124amp 230vAC Halfords mobile battery charger Analogue voltmeter and ammeter at switch panel Manually pumped cold water only system Manually pumped tap at galley sink Self-draining gas locker in cockpit to hold two 4.5kg calor gas bottles Both tanks custom built by TekTanks in 2016 Stainless steel tank construction Approximate total capacity 90ltrs NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT DSC VHF – Standard Horizon Quantum DSC VHF with RAM4 control mic handset for cockpit Galley Stove – Plastimo Neptune 2000 gas cooker, two burner, grill and oven, gimbal mounted Manually pumped fresh water faucet Selection of cutlery and galley equipment Toilet – Talamex manual marine toilet Solid fuel, bulkhead-mounted stove Overhead lighting throughout interior Bulkhead mounted reading lights in saloon and forward cabin All light fittings replaced in 2010 re-wire. Majority of fittings have LED bulbs fitted Saloon providing two berths