1990 Westerly Typhoon

SummaryHome Run is a Westerly Typhoon 37 is a classic 37-foot performance cruising yacht that embodies the perfect balance of blue-water capability and responsive sailing characteristics. Designed by the renowned naval architect Ed Dubois and built by Westerly Marine Construction Ltd. in the United Kingdom, the Typhoon 37 was produced in limited numbers between 1990 and 1993, with approximately forty hulls completed. The Typhoon is widely respected for its offshore performance, solid construction, and comfortable accommodation, making it equally suitable for club racing, coastal cruising, and long-distance passages. Its sleek, modern lines, combined with a deep keel and balanced rig, offer excellent upwind performance and seaworthiness in challenging conditions. The hull of the Westerly Typhoon 37 is a monohull constructed from hand-laid glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) with a solid fiberglass laminate below the waterline for strength and durability. The hull is complemented by a bulb fin keel, providing both stability and performance. The rudder is a balanced spade design, offering precise and responsive steering. The hull exterior is typically finished in a white gelcoat with an antifouling coating applied below the waterline to minimize drag and protect against marine growth. The construction quality is robust, ensuring long-term reliability and offshore safety. The Westerly Typhoon 37 is equipped with a Beta B-38 diesel engine, producing 38 horsepower new 2011 The engine drives a 3-bladed Kiwi propeller via a conventional shaft drive, providing smooth and reliable propulsion for harbor maneuvering, motoring in calm conditions, and long-distance passages. The engine is installed with an accessible engine compartment for service and maintenance. The electrical system is a 12-volt DC configuration, supported by a dedicated battery bank for engine starting and domestic systems. Navigation lights, cabin lighting, and cockpit instruments are powered via the onboard electrical network. The system includes 4 x 12 volt batteries with 400 amp capacity and distribution panels, Circuit breakers and fuses protect individual circuits for safety and reliability. 240v Shore power system with outlet in the cabin The fresh water system comprises pressurized 12-volt water pumps supplying sinks, galley, and heads. A hot water heater, powered via the engine heat exchanger or 220/240V shore power, provides domestic hot water for showers and sinks. Water supply is managed from onboard freshwater tanks, and water distribution is arranged for convenience and efficiency throughout the yacht. Fuel capacity 100 liters, Plastic tank Freshwater 2x 227 capacity steel tanks Typhoon 37 is rigged as a fractional sloop with aluminum mast and boom, supporting a mainsail and genoa combination. Standing rigging last replaced 2010 inner forestay and Backstay replaced 2023. Total sail area is approximately 860 square feet (80 square meters), providing powerful p