Bertram 42 Convertible

1976 Bertram 42 Convertible Sportfish — Technical SpecificationsDIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

• LOA: 42 ft 6 in (approx.)

• Beam: 14 ft 10 in

• Draft: Approx. 4 ft

• Approx. Dry Weight: ~39,000–40,000 lbs (varies with equipment†)

†Note: weight can vary depending on refit condition, gear, fuel, water.

HULL & STRUCTURE

• Hull Type: Modified deep-V hull with hard chines

• Hull Material: Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP)

• Bottom Paint/Hull Inspection: June 2014

• Shaft Logs: New

• Cutlass Bearings: New

• Shaft Seals: Dripless

• Propellers: Four-blade, reconditioned

PROPULSION

• Main Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 6V92, turbocharged & aftercooled — rebuilt 2014

• Engine Configuration: Inboard diesel, shaft drive

• Reduction Gears: ZF Marine 2.0:1

• Electronic Engine Controls: New

PERFORMANCE (Typical for Bertram 42 with 6V92 Engines)

Note: Actual performance depends on load, engine tuning, prop pitch, hull condition.

• Cruising Speed: ~20–23 knots ◆

• Top Speed: ~28–30+ knots ◆

  • Reports on similar 6V92 installations cite cruising 22–23 knots and top speeds near 30 knots.

FUEL SYSTEM & RANGE

• Fuel Type: Diesel

• Fuel Tank Capacity: (Verify with vessel owner/shipyard — not yet provided)

  • Typical Bertram 42 capacity range: ~450–720 gallons dependent on refit and tank configuration (two tanks common).

• Estimated Range: ~300–400 nautical miles (approximate) at cruising speed

  • Based on reported figures for similar Bertram 42 Convertibles (~400 miles) on appropriately sized tanks.

FUEL BURN (Estimated — Twin 6V92)

Fuel burn for Detroit 6V92 diesels varies with RPM and load:

• At hull-speed trolling (~7–8 kt): ~2.2–2.5 GPH per engine at idle/low load.

• Cruise RPM: ~40–50 GPH combined (approximate) under typical cruise conditions.

• At or near wide-open throttle: Higher burn expected but not well documented without sea trial data.

These figures are representative estimates based on owner forums and should be validated with sea trial and engine gauges.

GENERATORS

• Generator: Westerbeke 15 kW

• AC Power: Standard distribution throughout vessel

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

• House Batteries: (3) Group 31 sealed (2014)

• Inverter: Outback VFX3524M

• Battery Charger: ProMariner ProTech 12.40 Plus

NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS

• Autopilot: Garmin GHC-10

• Radar: Furuno

• Depth Sounder: Furuno

• VHF Radio: Standard Horizon w/ AIS

• VHF Backup: Icom IC-M504

• Night Vision: Hot Eye Night Vision System

• Tank Monitoring: Series Tank Systems

INTERIOR / ACCOMMODATIONS

• Cabin Joinery: Custom mahogany-finish cabinetry

• Interior Upgrades: New soft goods, headliner, and carpet

• Layout: Main salon with galley, forward and mid berths

• Galley:

  • 3-burner stove

  • Oven

  • Full refrigerator

SAFETY & MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

• Life Jackets: (5) Type III, (3) Type I

• Throwable: Type IV ring buoy

• Fire Safety: Engine room fire suppression system

• Compass: Ritchie

ANCHORING & DECK EQUIPMENT

• Anchor: 30 kg stainless Bruce anchor with chain and rode

• Bow Pulpit: Stainless steel

• Lifelines: Single-rail

Approximately ten years ago, while maneuvering near its current moorage, the vessel was involved in an incident in which it contacted the jetty. As a result, the boat sustained a significant hull breach.

The vessel was immediately removed from the water and transported to RV Pro, a well-known marine repair facility, where a comprehensive professional restoration was undertaken. Over $150,000 was invested in structural repair and rebuilding of the affected areas. The work included extensive fiberglass reconstruction and restoration to return the vessel to proper structural integrity and operational condition.

Following completion of the repairs, the vessel was returned to service and has continued its life as a fishing platform.

This information is being disclosed in the spirit of full transparency so that prospective buyers are fully informed. Buyers are encouraged to perform any inspections they deem appropriate, including haul-out and survey, to verify the vessel’s current condition and confirm the quality of the repairs.

Additional details regarding the repair history can be discussed with the listing broker.