amel maramu – charachara is a 1985 amel maramu. she was built in la rochelle france to a design by...

Make:Make: Amel

Model:Model: Maramu

Length:Length: 48 ft

Price:Price: $ 145,000

Year:Year: 1985

Designer:Designer: Henry Amel & J.Carteau

Boat Name:Boat Name: CHARA

Hull Material:Hull Material: Fibreglass (GRP)

Draft:Draft: 6 ft 6 in

Beam:Beam: 13 ft

Engine Power:Engine Power: 75 hp

Builder:Builder: Amel Yachts

Amel Maramu – CHARA

Nautilus Yacht Management - Anna ManachCammeray Marina, 46 Cowdroy Avenue, Cammeray, NSW 2062, Australia

Tel: +61(0) 420 882 296 [email protected]

http://www.nautilusyachtmanagement.com

CHARACHARA

HIGHLIGHTSHIGHLIGHTS

All standing rigging replaced in 2014All standing rigging replaced in 2014

Engine and transmission new in 2012 (Yanmar 4JH4-TE with Borg Warner)Engine and transmission new in 2012 (Yanmar 4JH4-TE with Borg Warner)

Generator and watermaker installed in 2012 (AquaGen 95L / H)Generator and watermaker installed in 2012 (AquaGen 95L / H)

Main & Mizzen sails replaced in 2015Main & Mizzen sails replaced in 2015

Yamaha tender motor, 9.9hp 4stroke new in 2015Yamaha tender motor, 9.9hp 4stroke new in 2015

5-100ah AGM House Batteries new 20185-100ah AGM House Batteries new 2018

150A Balmar and additional 60amp alternators for charging houses batteries off main150A Balmar and additional 60amp alternators for charging houses batteries off mainengineengine

150A alternator off of separate Kubota Diesel Generator150A alternator off of separate Kubota Diesel Generator

220-240V and 110-120V enabled220-240V and 110-120V enabled

B&G electronicsB&G electronics

Salon, v-birth and sun deck cushions were replaced in 2018.Salon, v-birth and sun deck cushions were replaced in 2018.

All overhead storage is enclosed by sliders.All overhead storage is enclosed by sliders.

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Renowned as one of the most perfect cruising yacht ever created, the Amel Maramu and herbig sister the Supermaramu have all the features that one could possibly wish for to explorethe most remote corners of the world in safety and comfort.

Safety and the ability to be operated by one person is one of Amel's top priorities. To makethings even easier, "Chara” is ketch rigged with electric furling on the main, mizzen and jib.The boat is fitted with a hard dodger offering a well-protected comfortable cockpit foroffshore cruising.

With a short draft for a boat of this size at only 6'5", she is ideal for tidal areas or for sailingamongst reefs, while her keel is still substantial enough to give her very good tracking abilityand pointing remarkably high when sailing upwind.

The Amel is one of the only yachts that doesn't misbehave when going straight down-wind,and to add further power when following the trade winds to your next destination, Amelyachts have developed the unique double pole-out system which is easily snapped onto thetwo forward sails to benefit from a well-balanced, 'goose-wing' sail configuration that actslike a powerful team of horses.

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The centre cockpit provides a well-protected area with a large amount of space to relax, dineand to keep the skipper company underway. It is fitted with removable clears and sunshadesto cater for all sort of weather. ‘Chara’s current owners began their cruising in the highlatitudes and needed a warm, safe cockpit that could also adapt to warm climates.

The well-positioned steering area offers good visibility and with its specifically designed seatwill prevent the skipper from sliding around or having to find somewhere to brace himself inheavy weather.

All the lines and sheets are run to the cockpit for convenience and safety, using the Ameldeveloped, unique features that make these yachts so popular to single-handed or short-handed sailors.

Inside, the Amel’s magnificent skills and attention to detail are visible everywhere. Thetimberwork and joinery is exquisite. The wide-open salon centres around a versatile tablewith wings on either side that can be lifted to accommodate more guests, each side seating4-5 people comfortably. Storage is exceptional throughout and will easily rival a 60’ cruisingyacht. The 2-cabins / 2-bathroom layout is perfect to give the owners plenty of privacy andfor their guests to also have a little ‘apartment’ of their own forward, with a door separatingtheir cabin, wardrobe and head area from the rest of the boat.

A very large quarter berth in the salon has a swing-out backrest that is hinged in a way tobecome a comfortable lee-sheet, making this berth an ideal spot to rest between watches atsea.

The galley is very large and designed in a way to be safe to use in all conditions. As with therest of the boat, storage is abundant and well-thought of , so to have room for everything youneed on a long voyage without cluttering the boat.

The aft cabin is exceptionally large for a boat of this size, with a proper queen size berth,huge amount of storage, very good headroom and it’s own access to the ensuite head /shower area.

‘Chara’ is faultlessly presented and a credit of her owners of many years. She presents inabsolutely beautiful condition and is equipped to suit blue-water cruising in comfort andsafety. She is immensely strong, powerful, manoeuvrable, and to make you feel even safer,fitted with two water-tight bulkhead in the event of a collision.

She is regrettably offered for sale as her owners must now return to the US, which willcertainly be an emotional moment, although it is a consolation for them to know that theyare handing over their beloved ‘Chara’ to her new family in beautiful condition, ready tocontinue sailing around the world and to provide her new owners with as much joy and prideas she has brought to them over the years.

For more information or to organise an inspection please contact our friendly team atNautilus Yacht Management. We would be delighted to assist you in every way and to helpyou make your cruising dream come true. Our agency specialises in cruising yachts and isvery involved with the cruising community. We can answer all your questions regardingoffshore purchase, import, registration, etc. and help you at every stage of this excitingjourney!


Cruising Speed:Cruising Speed: 7 kn

Cruising Speed RPM:Cruising Speed RPM: 2600

Max Speed:Max Speed: 8 kn

Max Speed RPM:Max Speed RPM: 2200

LOA:LOA: 48 ft

LWL:LWL: 35 ft 7 in

Length on Deck:Length on Deck: 46 ft 3 in

Beam:Beam: 13 ft

Min. Draft:Min. Draft: 6 ft 5 in

Max Draft:Max Draft: 6 ft 6 in

Ballast:Ballast: 3493 kg

Displacement:Displacement: 12723kg

Windlass:Windlass: ElectricWindlass

Electrical Circuit:Electrical Circuit: 12V

Liferaft Capacity:Liferaft Capacity: 6

Fuel Tanks Cap.:Fuel Tanks Cap.: 450 L

Fresh Water Tanks Cap.:Fresh Water Tanks Cap.: 1000 L

Number of single berths:Number of single berths: 2

Number of double berths:Number of double berths: 2

Number of Cabins:Number of Cabins: 2

Number of Bathrooms:Number of Bathrooms: 2

Number of Heads:Number of Heads: 2

Engine Make:Engine Make: Yanmar

Engine Model:Engine Model: 4JH4-TE

Primary Engines:Primary Engines: Inboard

Drive Type:Drive Type: Shaft Drive

Location:Location: Center

Engine Year:Engine Year: 2012

Power:Power: 75 hp

Propeller Type:Propeller Type: 3 Blade

Propeller Material:Propeller Material: Bronze

MeasurementsMeasurements

PropulsionPropulsion

Engine #1Engine #1

INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION

Chara is a 1985 Amel Maramu. She was built in La Rochelle France to a design by H. Ameland J. Careau. The Amel is designed as a blue water cruiser but is also quite comfortable atanchorage. She is approximately 48 feet long with a beam of 13 feet one inch and a draft of6 ½ feet. She has a 75hp Yanmar diesel which will propel her comfortable at 7.5kts. Hertankage supplies 1000l of water and 450l of Diesel fuel. Each head has a holding watertank for use in anchorages or at the dock.

INTERIORINTERIOR

The Maramu is a center cockpit aft cabin ketch design. The forward v-birth can be closedoff with a water tight bulkhead to form a guest cabin with an ensuite toilet/shower. This suitehas a hanging locker and abundant storage overhead and below the beds. There is anoverhead hatch, as well as a fan for ventilation.


Moving aft you will find the main salon, nav station and galley. The dining table seats up to8 persons. There is sleeping accommodations for 3 adults.

The Gallery has a 2 burner Force 10 stove with oven/broiler. There is a 4.2 cuft refrigeratoras well as a separate freezer. There is a double galley sink with storage above.

The Salon floor has 10 removable covers for dry storage.

The companion way into the aft cabin holds the diesel fuel tank with storage on top.

Like the v-birth, the aft cabin closes off to provide privacy when guests are of board and alsois furnished with its own head/shower.

ELECTRICALELECTRICAL

DC Voltage; 12v

• 5-100ah AGM House Batteries (New 2018)

• 1-100ah AGM start battery(Start battery can be paralleled with House batterieswith the turn of a switch.

• Charger/Inverter; Magnum MM Series Inverter/Charger with Magnum ME-RERemote Control

• Solar Panels; 3 Kyocera, 2 Siemens, total of 410w

• Solar Control; Boost 2000E,

• 150A Balmar alternator for charging houses batteries off main engine

• 60A alternator for charging start battery off main engine

• 150A alternator off of separate Kubota Diesel Generator

• Generator/watermaker 95L / h. 6kw.

AC Voltage; 120v

• Blue Sea 30 Amp distribution Panel

• Blue Sea Rotary Switch Panel to select Inverter or Shore power

• 220-120 volt transformer for shore power connection in area with 220v systems.

ENGINEENGINE

• Yanmar 4JH4-TE, 75hp (new 2012)

• Yanmar deluxe control panel

• BW Transmission (new 2012)

• 3 blade fixed 20 inch prop

WATERWATER


• Water tank along centerline of yacht below floor

• Capacity- 1000l

• Watermaker; Aquagen diesel Generator/watermaker 95L / h

SAILINGSAILING

• Chara is Ketch rigged.

• All standing rigging was replaced in 2012 and is in good condition

• The genoa, main and mizzen sails have in-mast roller furlers

• The genoa and main furlers are electrically operated while the mizzen is manuallyoperated from the cockpit.

• The main and Mizzen were new in 2015

• Genaker and mizzen staysail for light wind situations

• Additional Jib

• Storm Jib

• Lewmar manual self tailing winches (3-#16, 3-#30, 2-#40, 2-#48)

INSTRUMENTATIONINSTRUMENTATION

• B&G Hecta depth sounder, at nav station and cockpit

• B&G Hornet Sailing Monitor (wind speed, wind direction, boat speed) at navstation and cockpit

• Ritchie Compas in cockpit

COMMUNICATIONCOMMUNICATION

• Icom M504 VHF (new 2011)

• Icom M 802 SSB (new 2012)

• SCS Pactor Modem, PCT llex (new 2012)

• Icom MA-500 TR AIS

• JRC 1800 Radar color plotter

SAFETY EQUIPMENTSAFETY EQUIPMENT

• Winslow 6 person raft , new 2012 (needs recert)

• Bilge Pump, electric and manual

• Life lines, port and starboard

• Solid stainless steel railings all the way around

• Propane monitor-10

• ACR 406MHz GPS Epirb


• Ditch Bag with flairs,

• Safelink – Survivor Recovery System

GROUND TACKLEGROUND TACKLE

• Lofrans Tigres Windless

• Rocna 33 Primary Anchor

• CQR 45lb secondary anchor

• 100m (approximately) 5/16 G4 chain

• 100m ¾ inch anchor rode

• Stern anchor w/ chain and rode

TENDER AND OUTBOARDTENDER AND OUTBOARD

• AB 9ul dinghy

• Yamaha 9.9hp 4 stroke outboard (new 2015)

• Dinghy davit at stern

• Outboard davit for lifting motor

CONSTRUCTIONCONSTRUCTION

All Amels, since 1967, have been built with Amel designed biaxial fiberglass cloth. This is aflat woven fiberglass cloth that is much stronger in sheer and tension than conventional matand woven roving laminates.

The hull is molded in one piece incorporating one piece/non-spliced lengths of biaxial clothrunning from bulwark, down through the keel/centerline, and up to the opposite bulwark. Inthe same fashion the next series of laminates run from the bow lengthwise to the stern,again, employing one piece/non-spliced length of biaxial cloth.

The deck assembly is built in a similar fashion. While the hull is a sold fiberglass laminatewith no core, the deck assembly employs a core of vertical end grain balsa in strategichorizontal areas to enhance stiffness and is insulation from heat and noise. There are alsosubstrates of "Iron Wood" in the deck assembly where cleats and the windlass are installedto easily accommodate the increased compression and shearing loads in the foredeck.

After all the structural assemblies are completely installed, the separately completed deckassembly is joined to the hull, (again, while it is still in the mold) with six layers of the samebiaxial cloth used in the primary lamination, around the entire hull to deck interface. What isaccomplished, effectively, is the elimination of a conventional hull to deck joint. The hulland deck are married with a homogeneous fiberglass matrix, which insures a strong and leefree hull and deck join for the entire life of the vessel.

All 1000 liters/264 gallons of fresh water are carried in the stub keel, not only providing adouble bottom but keeping the weight of the water quite low in the boat and not in tanksunder settees.


The propeller extends from a secondary fin aft of the keel and is a three blade type, offeringgreat reduction in prop walk in forward and sternway.

The rudder is hung from a massive full-length skeg assembly that can support the entirestern laden weight of the vessel in case of grounding.

DisclaimerDisclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrantthe accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer shouldinstruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desiresvalidated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal withoutnotice.


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