1981 33' Tartan Cruiser with four foot draw and 52' above water line clearance. She took care of this novice captain as I solo'd the Atlantic coast from Newburyport MA to St Augustine FL and back. She lived up to her reputation and constantly receives adoring compliments.
The Tartan 33 is a highly respected cruiser designed by Sparkman & Stephens, known for quality construction, excellent sailing characteristics, and timeless design. "Valiente" (Hull #100) is an early production boat built when Tartan's quality was at its peak.
Vessel Overview
Year: 1981Make/Model: Tartan 33 (Hull #100)Name: ValienteHIN: TAR33100M81CDocumentation: USCG #635637Hailing Port: Merrimack, New HampshireCurrent Location: Wentworth by the Sea Marina, New Castle, NH (Portsmouth area)Specifications
LOA: 33' 8"LWL: 28' 9"Beam: 10' 11"Draft: 4' 6"Displacement: 10,000 lbs (11 GRT / 10 NRT)Ballast: 4,400 lbs (external lead keel)Hull: Fiberglass reinforced plastic with balsa core in some areasDeck: Fiberglass with wood coreRig: Fractional sloopEngine & Mechanical Systems
Main Engine: Universal Model 5424 diesel, 24 HP, 3-cylinder, naturally aspiratedEngine Condition: Runs great - well maintained with clean oil, no unusual noise or smokeHours: 1981+ (unknown exact hours)Fuel Type: DieselFuel Capacity: 26-28 gallonsFuel Tank: Florida Marine Tanks 5052 H32 aluminum alloy (28 gallons, blocked and chocked)Fresh Water Capacity: 60 gallons (2 x 30-gallon plastic tanks: one under salon settee, one forward under v-berth)Holding Tank: Type III MSD, 15 gallons (forward under v-berth)Transmission: Good condition, proper gear oil levelPropeller: Max Prop 3-blade feathering propeller - greased and paintedShaft: 1" stainless steelStrut: Bronze with rubber insertStuffing Box: Bronze with flax packing, reinforced rubber double clampedExhaust: Approved steam hose with plastic water lift muffler
Sails:Doyle Sail Main - professionally cleaned early 2025 (Age: 5 years, 135% Jib)Spinnaker with poleRoller Furling: Harken systemWinches:2 x Lewmar #40 2-speed (cockpit)2 x Lewmar 42 Self-tailing2 x Lewmar 44 Self-tailingWindlass: Ideal Capstain electric anchor windlass - motor and solenoid replaced 2023Ground Tackle:CQR Plow anchorNEW 3/8" galvanized chain - 60 feet250' stranded nylon rode
BRAND NEW 2025 Raymarine System Upgrade - Installed September 2025 ($2,275 investment):
NEW Chartplotter: Raymarine Axiom+ 7 - 7" MFD with Lighthouse North America ChartsNEW GPS Sensor: Raymarine RayStar 150 GPS Sensor w/Pole MountNEW Tridata Display: Raymarine i50 Tridata Display (depth/speed/temperature)NEW Wind Display: Raymarine i60 Wind Display System (true & apparent wind)NEW USB Charging: Scanstrut Flip Pro w/Front Fit Bezel 12/24V Fast Charge Dual USB-A/C Socket
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