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Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer A luxurious, super-efficient voyager that’s more complement than compromise P a c i f i c A s i a n hand-in-hand with Ta Shing Shipyards of Tai- incorporating a sophisticated, variable pitch Enterprises—a California-based firm wan on the design, promotion, and produc- propeller. Ultimately it’s the synergistic com- that’s been in the offshore trawler busi- tion of the well-known Mason line of offshore bination of these two propulsion systems that ness for 20 years—currently offers 16 models voyaging sailboats. So in some respects, the gives the Nordhavn 56 its exceptional offshore from 40 to 120 feet. All except one are heavy advent of the Nordhavn Motorsailer repre- capabilities, not the least of which is a huge displacement power cruisers—the sole excep- sents a return to PAE’s roots, but this cruising range. tion being the Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer that time in the context of two decades experience recently debuted after more than a decade with the trawler genre. Optimizing for Power and/or of planning and development. However, Obviously this is a very unusual yacht— Sail Jeff Leishman, chief designer for PAE, prior to the founding of PAE, the principles shaped more by functional considerations developed a hull form for the 56 Motorsailer of the company had a long history working than conventional aesthetics. Two key aspects with a high prismatic ratio (optimized for the of the design are a hydraulically-controlled upper end of the displacement speed range) J. Shuler J. rig with enough sail area to obtain worth- because supplemental engine propulsion can d See more photos while drive and roll stabilization in light be expected to come into play any time sail Davi Subscribe to the digital edition at www.pacificyachting.com winds, and a heavy duty diesel drive train alone is unable to deliver at least 6 knots of

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Above The Nordhavn Motorsailer is designed to use supplementary engine power whenever the speed under sail alone drops below 6 knots. SHRINK WRAP BOAT COVERS LONGTERM STORAGE • SHIPPING/TRUCKING boatspeed. One benefit of the full-ended, high prismatic hull is extra interior volume, allowing for a forward stateroom that’s every bit as liv- able as the midships master stateroom. Flared, trawler-style topsides forward make for very wide walkways and spacious working decks. Cruising sailors will often keep the sails up when motoring in light winds and sloppy seas to take advantage of the potent roll damp- • Complete protection for your boat • Boat arrives clean ing effect the rig produces. Unfortunately, the • UV Protection • Prevents damage from road grit/insects small steadying sails sometimes set aboard • Limits Moisture Buildup • Prevents exhaust damage offshore motor are largely ineffectual in • Access doors available • All boat types and sizes this regard because there needs to be enough CALL You’ll be surprised how inexpensive it is! sail area to heel the hull significantly (typically TODAY “Corrosion Intercept” Shrinkwrap - New Technology at least 5 degrees). Nor can a conventional EPC ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION COVERS trawler be retrofitted with a larger rig, because 604-669-5666 • [email protected] • www.epcshrinkwrapping.com without the ballasting of a keelboat the range of positive stability would be too low for safety. Unlike most modern sailboats, the Nord- havn 56 has a long shallow keel, keeping over- all draft to a moderate 6 feet despite a loaded displacement approaching 40 tons. Stability results from 12,500 pounds of ballast in the keel, plus the very substantial weight of the tankage, engine and drive train all nestled down below the turn of the bilges. Moreover, in event of severe knockdown, the buoyancy of the big, full-width pilothouse will come into play, virtually eliminating any risk of capsize. For enhanced stability, Nordhavn’s trawlers also carry some ballast, but much less than the 56 Motorsailer. However, the extra weight is largely offset by the elimination of several systems considered almost essential for trans- ocean powerboats: active anti-roll stabilizers and an auxiliary “get home” engine with sepa- rate fuel system (in case of fuel contamina-

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tion). Deleting these items also goes a good commercial duty gear, sourced from top manu- ways toward paying for the sailing rig. facturers in North America or Europe, and Construction reflects PAE’s philosophy of shipped to Taiwan for installation at the Ta delivering “bulletproof” scantlings without Shing yard. All in all, to describe this vessel as raising the overall centre of gravity excessively. “overbuilt” would be more fact than hyperbole. The builders at Ta Shing Shipyards use alter- nating layers of traditional mat and roving to Parallel Propulsion Systems In build up a thick, homogeneous fibreglass hull essence, the Nordhavn 56 is a heavy displace- that can shrug off almost any sort of cruising ment trawler yacht (albeit one that’s config- abuse. Longitudinal stringers, engine beds and ured for sailing as well), so the engine and bulkheads are laminated into place while the drive gear are quite literally the heart of the hull is still in the mold. Cored sandwich con- beast. The slow-turning L1066T die- struction is employed in the deck and raised sel (165 horsepower at 2,400 rpm) occupies superstructure—areas where weight savings a walk-in engine room amidships. It turns will significantly improve stability, but again, a long, 3-inch shaft via a 3:1 Twin Disc gear. the lay-ups are exceedingly conservative. The However, the piece de resistance for this par- hull and deck overlap at the top of a massive ticular drive train is the 36-inch, four-bladed bulwark with the bolts hidden under a tradi- variable pitch propeller built by Hudested, a tional teak rail cap. Danish company that’s been producing this The broad, bluff pilothouse is a clear target sort of specialized kit since the 1920s. By alter- for green water impact, so like PAE’s trawl- ing the prop’s pitch, engine load (and hence ers, it’s equipped with beefy aluminum sea efficiency) can be kept near optimal whether doors and 1/2-inch tempered marine glazing the sails are trimmed to take advantage of fabricated in the U.S. by Pacific Coast Marine. 10-knot breeze on the beam, or hammering Indeed, the majority of onboard equipment is into the teeth of a 40-knot offshore gale. And

68 october 2010 pacificyachting.com when sailing with the engine shut down, the cabinets in the and more headroom blades can be fully feathered for minimal drag. over the engine. To date however, all but one True, these benefits come at a price. At buyer have specified it. about us$80,000 the Hudested prop costs more than the complete engine, drive train Comfort and Convenience and fuel system of most 50-foot sailboats. Accommodations aboard the Nordhavn 56 On the other hand, this key feature makes Motorsailer balance the needs of the crew at the Nordhavn 56 into something special— sea and in port with the spacious pilothouse a “hybrid” yacht that can sustain a cruising serving both as principle helm station and speed in the 6–7-knot range for weeks on end the day lounge/entertainment area. The pilot- in the open ocean while burning a minimal house opens to a trawler-style, covered aft amount of fuel. cockpit. Just forward of the pilothouse and directly At the base of the companionway stairs over the engine room, the test boat has a there’s a long fore-and-aft passageway along midships cockpit with a second helm and the starboard side that leads past the alumi- direct access to all sailing controls. The stan- num engine room door to the full-width for- dard rig incorporates a Forespar “Leasure ward stateroom with its ensuite head. Cabi- Furl” hydraulic in-boom furling system for nets on the outboard side of this passageway the mainsail and a Reckmann hydraulic jib house the (optional) washer/dryer and pro- furler. Both, as well as the vang and principle winches are activated and controlled by a Lew- Above right The galley, like the rest of the mar Commander hydraulic system, so sail set- Nordhavn 56, has been designed for use at sea. J. Shuler J. d ting and trimming are, quite literally, push Right The master stateroom is positioned

Davi button operations. The midships cockpit is an over the centre of buoyancy where vessel motion option that can be deleted to gain some extra will be minimal.

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vide generous storage. Above The spacious pilothouse looks more like A right-hand turn at the base of the com- what you’d find in a trawler than a sailboat, but is panionway leads to the galley and adjoining comfortable under power, under sail and at dock. dinette—both well designed for use at sea. A bit further aft beneath the pilothouse is the 6 knots when the wind is 12–15 true seems SPECIAL EDITION master stateroom, nicely centred over the generally realistic. 4TH ANNUAL centre of buoyancy where vessel motion will With a high-clewed 100 percent headsail, BC OUTDOORS LAKE GUIDE be minimal. and the sailing cockpit located amidships, just FEATURED LAKES Lastly, there’s a huge lazarette beneath the behind the mast, visibility from the outside HUNTING TROUT SIGHT-FISHING AT ITS BEST aft cockpit that’s accessed through a door in helm station is about as good as it gets. It’s also PLUS! FIND OUT HOW the master cabin’s ensuite head. This space more than merely acceptable from the pilot- PHIL ROWLEY FIGHTS BIG FISH accommodates the massive battery banks, house, thanks to large windows all around, and

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P M 4 0 0 0 9 4 7 3 R 0 8 1 8 9 First and foremost this is a seagoing inte- the Nordhavn clipped along at 7.6 knots at rior, so the compartments are relatively con- times, getting a small boost from the main- Buy a gift subscription for fined to maximize stowage and minimize fall- sail (but no jib set because the apparent wind the angler or angler-to-be. ing risks. Instead of open, airy spaces you get stayed too far forward). At this throttle setting lots of cabinets, lockers and an abundance of I measured 62 dBA in the forward stateroom, sturdy handholds. Woodwork is meticulously and 65 dBA in the dinette and aft stateroom executed in premium teak—a trademark of respectively. Heavy construction and extensive the Ta Shing yard since it first ventured into soundproofing can be credited with making SAVE yacht-building some 40 years ago. Custom this one of the quietest yachts I’ve reviewed. interior decor aboard the review boat was the Impressively, in “fast cruise” mode with the work of noted designer Sylvia Bolton and, suf- engine turning 2,190 rpm, boatspeed climbed fice to say, it’s spectacular. to 8.7 knots, but sound levels in the accom- 50% modation areas increased only 3 dBA or less. Underway Seattle’s Elliott Bay lived up to Back at 1,800 rpm and 7.6 knots, the Find out how its reputation for feeble summertime winds, observed fuel burn was 3.2 gallons per hour or CALL confirming that under sail alone, the Nord- 2.375 nautical miles per gallon. At this speed havn 56 is no light air speedster. Nevertheless, and consumption rate the cruising range with J. Shuler J. 1-800-898-8811 we saw up to 3.4 knots boatspeed beam reach- the entire fuel load of 750 gallons would be d

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70 october 2010 for extra thrust when feasible, passages up to “The auto club of the sea” 3,000 miles shouldn’t pose much of a prob- BC Owned & Operated lem for this long-legged motorsailer. Natu- rally, care should be taken to utilize available Marine Assistance for Members weather routing information because strong leitchandmcbride.com 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch headwinds at sea can have a major effect on Access to Member Discounts fuel economy. Avoid Costly Boat Tows Largest Service Fleet in Canada Closing Remarks Not surprisingly, Licensed and Insured Vessels Y! the Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer is an expensive Peace of mind tOda boat as reflected in the high basic build qual- 1381 McKeen Ave. 10-10189 McDonald Park Road at sea since 1984 JOIn ity, premium equipment and lavish finish. North Vancouver, BC Sidney, BC Depending upon owner-specified equipment, T 604 983 9866 T 250 656 0751 [email protected] [email protected] 1-888-354-5554 it will typically price out between us$1.6 and Brett Willetts Rick & Wendy McBride C-Tow Marine Assistance Ltd us$1.9 million delivered and commissioned on Jason Fanjoy Paul Betts the West Coast. However, for those with deep Your Local Sailmaker Since 1976 www.C-tow.ca pockets and a dream of long-distance ocean voyaging, there are few other production boats offering comparable attributes. Interestingly, L.Francis Herishoff embraced a similar design rationale back in 1950s when TM he drafted his Marco Polo, a 55-foot, three- masted motorsailer intended—like the Nord- havn—to transport a small crew across oceans Now you can see at a steady, measured pace with relative ease clearly and steer and comfort. Obviously the Nordhavn 56 is a safely all the time vastly more elaborate and luxurious vessel, but the fundamental benefits of blended motor/ Fits easily into your sail propulsion will likely never change. Done existing upper helm properly, motor and sail can complement the plastic window other, achieving what Herishoff envisioned, not as merely a 50-50 compromise, but some- Available in 10 sizes thing closer to a 70-70 or maybe even a 90-90 blend. And no question, it’s reassuring to know you have two completely independent Order now! propulsion systems when the nearest land is seaviewinsert.com 1,000 miles away. Call 281.841.2501 SWI Industries LLC | US Patent No. 7,032,533 | Canada Patent Pending T h e s p e c s

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