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Dk Yachts Farr 520 Racer / Cruiser
Estimated price for orientation: 255 398 $
Category: Racer and CruisersClass: Sail
Dk Yachts Farr 520 Racer / Cruiser - Priced to sell!
The Farr® 520 is developed from the hugely successfulFarr® 52OD, a boat which has proven to results under IMS, PHRF, IRC and IRM rating systems. These moderate to light displacement flyers have achieved world renowned success – Bear of Britain being overall winner of the America’s Cup Jubilee Regatta. Farr International and DK Yachts have developed a racer/cruiser version of this design using the same hull and foils. This new yacht will be a no-compromise contender in all major handicap ratings which is at the same time comfortably appointed below decks with a beautifully conceived and detailed interior styling by Design Unlimited. CONSTRUCTION Carbon and epoxy composite, post cured Low density ‘Super light’ balsa in high load areas forward Corecell foam: Various densities Epoxy coated and faired SG iron keel fin and lead bulb Composite structural frame for rig/keel loads CONSTRUCTION Carbon and epoxy composite, post cured Low density ‘Super light’ balsa in high load areas forward Corecell foam: Various densities Epoxy coated and faired SG iron keel fin and lead bulb Composite structural frame for rig/keel loads FINISHES Deck painted with linear polyurethane paint Deck may be one color or two tone Topsides painted with linear polyurethane paint to owner’s colour Double bootstripe is standard (if ordered before molding) Bottom faired and primed in barrier coat epoxy ready to sand and paint Foils are epoxy coated Teak and Holly cabin sole w/ non-skid Two keel viewing windows in hull Propeller viewing window in hull Rudder viewing window in hull Life raft storage in cockpit floor MECHANICAL Diesel engine: Yanmar 4JH3-C3 Turbo Diesel 56 HP Yanmar saildrive Dual alternators: 115 AH & 55 AH Two blade geared folding Briski prop 161/2" dia. Fuel tank: 60-gallon aluminum Fuel filter and water separator Racor 500 (or equal) Morse throttle and clutch control STEERING Carbon rudder and stock Custom carbon fibre radial drive quadrant Custom rudder bearings upper and lower Emergency tiller: Aluminum Custom carbon fiber wheels port and starboard 1120mm dia Dual steering chain/ vectran Steering compasses 51/2" dia: Suunto B/F 135, 1- port, 1- stb, with covers SPARS AND RIGGING Custom carbon rig: Fractional 2 sets carbon spreaders, swept aft Custom adjustable mast step Winch handles: 10" double grip lock in (4) 10’ single grip (2) Carbon boom Carbon Bowsprit pole stored in bow channel Rod rigging Navtec Series 500 Rigging Screws OYS Riggarna type - Forestay Navtec open body Tuff luff headstay size 3007 Multi-function hydraulic panel w/ 2-speed pump at main trimmer Vang: Hydraulic cylinder ELECTRICAL 12-volt DC distribution panel Battery condition meter Circuit breakers of appropriate amperage Ampmeter, Voltmeter Main battery switch: Battery 1, Battery 2 Engine start switch (1) Batteries: – Ship service: 2 (each) X 4D 180-amp hour sealed gel – Engine start: 1 (each) X M27MF 90 amp hour – Emergency crossover switch house batteries to engine start Alternators: – 55 amps for engine battery – 115 amps for ship service battery ORC approved running lights Red and white dome lights for General illumination Dome lights and spot lights throughout 12-volt DC outlets throughout DECK HARDWARE Primary winches: 2 X Harken 3 speed B64-STA Mainsheet winches: 2 X Harken 2 speed self-tailing B56-STA Halyard winches: 2 X Harken 2 speed self-tailing B53.2STA Lifelines: Upper and lower 1 X 19 S/S wire Stainless steel bow stern rail and stanchions Spinlock clutch XX0812 for center, main, and wing halyards Spinlock rope clutches for control Hydraulic outhaul and vang Mainsheet traveler 8:1 led under deck to trimmer Jib inhaul: Multi part lead to cabin winch Hatches and ventilation: – Foredeck hatch (1) Low profile – Opening ports (6) Low profile Outhaul: Hydraulic cylinder (in boom) Harken Black Magic blocks used on hi-load systems Harken small boat blocks used for control lines Harken CRX track used on jib and traveler tracks All appropriate blocks and hardware for above RUNNING RIGGING Main halyard (1) 2:1 Double Vectrus or equivalent Center halyard (1) Double Vectrus or equivalent Spinn halyard (2) Double Vectrus or equivalent Mainsheet (1) 2:1 Spect-set or equivalent Jib sheet (2) Spect-set II w/press lock or equivalent Spinn sheet (2) Spect-set II w/SS shackle or equivalent Trav. control (1) Dacron or equivalent Cunningham (1) STA-set X LITE or equivalent Jib car tackle (2) Aramid or equivalent Jib inhaul (2) Spectron or equivalent OPTIONS Anchor roller Midship cleats Swim ladder Cockpit cushions Electric winches: – Primaries – Mainsheet – Halyards 220-volt Genset 4KW 220-volt shore supply system Battery charger Push-button vang release at steering station Harken furling gear Pedestal drive for primary winches Carbon spinnaker pole including topping lift and guys Spinnaker pole track with 3:1 lift Lockers aft on cockpit floor Choice of interior trim PLUMBING, STOVE & REFRIGERATION Water tanks: 2 bladders - 40 gallons each Hot/Cold pressure water system 6-gallon water heater Double galley sink Vanity sink in head (1) Shower in head and on stern Manual bilge pumps: – Diaphragm below deck – Whale gusher 10 GPM – Diaphragm pump in cockpit - Whale gusher 10 GPM Electric 12-volt DC bilge pump below deck Marine head Raritan Crown Head II Electric with Lectra/San Treatment system Flush seacocks on all openings below DWL Stove: Broadwater Cutter 2 Burners, oven and infra-red grill 12-volt fridge with pump out ACCOMMODATION Choice of interior style from 3 colour ranges Lacquered units with accent trim throughout Central saloon with large settee to port with removable headlining panels Galley amidships with cold box and choice of cooking options Navigation table to port 2 double berths aft with pipecot option Double stateroom forward with dressing table, sofa and ensuite with separate shower. 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Features:
TypeSail
CategoryRacer/Cruisers
Racers
MakeDk Yachts
ModelFarr 520 Racer / Cruiser
Year built2003
Length52ft
Hull MaterialFibreglass
Beam14.57ft
Type keel:Bulb keel
New/UsedUsed
FuelDiesel