Cheoy Lee 46 Trawler

Cheoy Lee 46 Trawler – 1978 | Classic Offshore Displacement Motor Yacht Built by the highly respected Cheoy Lee Shipyards, this 1978 Cheoy Lee 46 Trawler is a true classic offshore displacement motor yacht, designed and constructed during an era when boats were built for strength, longevity, and serious cruising. With her heavy-displacement GRP hull, long keel, and conservative engineering, this vessel offers exceptional stability, seaworthiness, and range. She is a proper trawler in the traditional sense — economical to run, comfortable at sea, and capable of extended passages rather than high-speed coastal hopping. The Cheoy Lee 46 is renowned for its solid build quality, thick laminate hull, and practical layout. She features wide, safe walkaround decks, a raised pilothouse with excellent visibility, a spacious saloon, and generous accommodation suitable for long-term cruising or liveaboard use. Engine access is practical and well thought out, reflecting the yard’s commercial-grade approach to construction. Typically powered by a reliable diesel engine, she cruises comfortably at displacement speeds of around 7–8 knots with excellent fuel efficiency and long range. This makes her ideal for Mediterranean cruising, offshore passages, or extended liveaboard adventures where comfort and reliability are prioritised over speed. This is a yacht that appeals to experienced owners who value proven design, classic lines, and dependable engineering. Well-maintained examples of the Cheoy Lee 46 are increasingly sought after and remain highly respected in the trawler and blue-water cruising community. A rare opportunity to own a genuine, old-school trawler built to last.