Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 Sedan - New to Order

Swift Trawlers are the ideal boats for those who want to travel, to go far, for long sails in any
weather condition. In any location inland, coastal or offshore. Unmistakable for their vertical bow and high bulwarks, with a deck that is easy to negotiate and side decks being protected, the boats of this range were created to take on all types of waterways. Equipped with efficient, quiet engines, available in both sedan and fly bridge designs, the Swift Trawler 34 offers accommodation for four in comfort and with access to the helm being easy from the side or rear she is a superb choice for all European inland waters, especially the Thames.

Salon 

You enter the salon from the aft sliding doors. Two of the three glass sections open, so flow-through ventilation is maximized.

A pull-out sofa bed is to starboard, and deck chairs are to port. A cherry cabinet is behind the deck chairs with storage inside. All the windows open and  the area is comfortable and inviting. You have a good view of the surroundings going from the sides and certainly out the stern through the glass doors. 

From outside the boat looks like a typical raised pilothouse design. However, inside, the helm deck of the boat is actually not raised at all. Rather, only the helm seat is raised. As a result there is one deck level that extends all the way from the aft deck through to the companionway going below. This is a real plus, because it is far easier -- and safer -- to be moving about on one level rather than having to negotiate steps to and from the helm area. 

Galley

The galley is forward and to port of the main salon and enjoys the same 6.5' (1.96 m) headroom as the salon. The galley is "U"- shaped and features a double basin stainless steel sink, a 2-burner gas stove, a microwave, and a 137 quart (130 L) refrigerator. 

Helm

The  helm station is to starboard and accommodates a double width helm seat that slides fore and aft. The 6.5' (1.96 m) overhead continues here, and to accommodate shorter people there is a flip down step that will allow for more height and therefore more visibility.

The visibility ahead is through three safety glass windows with aluminium frames lacquered black. All three have wind shield wipers/washers and defogging vents to keep things clearer on rainy days.

A sliding door with integral bug screen allows for additional flow-through ventilation but access to the starboard side deck. By putting a door next to the helm a skipper can easily pop out and tie his boat up by himself. 

Bow

The 28" (71 cm) rail height exceeds minimum requirements for safety. An anchor davit holds the ground tackle secure and a standard windlass assists in retrieval. Access hatches on both sides of the windlass allow for plenty of room to reach in should it be necessary to untangle the chain. 

A sun pad lies atop the cabin and it makes an outstanding place to sit and watch the world go by.

Below Decks

The Swift 34 is a two-cabin, one-head layout with the master fully forward. A queen sized berth is accessible only from the foot as the space on the sides is used for stowage. A small seat lies to port at the foot, and the usual hanging lockers are to either side. 

The wet head was roomy enough for me to remain comfortable taking a mock shower and a curtain keeps the contents dry. And two people can actually use the head at once. 

To port is a second stateroom with twin bunk berths. There is space inside the second cabin to stand and change. In this 34' boat it is quite an accomplishment to offer this accommodation. Many 44' boats that have much smaller guest cabins.

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