CAL 2-46

ACCOMMODATIONS

The Cal 2-46 is known for its spacious and comfortable layout, and GAVIOTA features a thoughtfully redesigned interior, ideal for extended cruising. Her raised mid-cockpit configuration allows for a generous and well-lit main salon below with large tinted windows w/new frames offering excellent visibility and natural light.

She can sleep six comfortably in two private staterooms and the main salon. The aft cabin features a large double berth with abundant storage and en-suite access to the head and shower. The forward guest stateroom includes a V-berth and ample cabinetry. Both heads are fresh water Vacuflush, with vanities and showers. Rich teak joinery, updated upholstery, and carpeted soles create a warm, classic nautical atmosphere. The navigation station is located just aft of the salon with a full electronics suite and excellent visibility to the helm.

The U-shaped galley is fully equipped for live aboard comfort with propane stove/oven, microwave, top-loading DC refrigeration and separate freezer, double sink, and generous counter and locker space. 

ENGINE & GENERATOR

     • Yanmar 4 cylinder. Turbocharged 110 HP diesel 

• Freshwater cooled

• About 1650 hrs - (hr meter is a replacement)

• Clean, well-insulated engine room

• Recent maintenance includes oil/filter change, new impeller, and fuel filter service

• Walk in engine room with work bench

• Fuel Capacity: 220 gallons in two aluminum tanks

• Sight gage on both fuel tanks

• Generator: 

• Northern Lights 4.5 kw, 3 cyl.

• Approximately 700 hours

• Recently serviced (oil/filter, raw water impeller)

• Quiet and reliable - powers battery charger and other onboard systems with ease

• Ideal for extended cruising and anchoring off-grid

• Propeller and Shaft:

• Bronze three-blade feathering propeller for improved sailing performance and maneuverability under power

• PSS dripless shaft seal

• 1 ½" Stainless steel shaft

• Stuffing box recently inspected; no evidence of leaks

• Smooth and quiet operation

ELECTRONICS

• Radar/Chartplotter: Raytheon Pathfinder RL-70C

• Compass

• Autopilot: Raymarine ST6001 Smart Pilot w/remote

• Depth Sounder: Raymarine ST60+

• Speed/Log/Timer: Raymarine ST60+

• Wind Speed & Direction: Raymarine ST60+

• Electronic Compass: Raymarine ST60+

• Graphic Repeater: Raymarine ST60+

• VHF Radio: Icom M-402

• Satellite TV Antenna: Intellian

• Flat screen TV

• Engine instruments in cockpit

• Fuel gauge - sight gages on both tanks

All electronics are easily accessible from the helm or nav station, with multifunction displays offering critical sailing and navigation data at a glance.

ELECTRICAL

GAVIOTA is equipped with a robust and professionally upgraded electrical system designed for extended cruising and self-sufficiency:

• 12V DC and 120V AC ship/shore power systems

• New AC/DC breaker panel

• (2) Lifeline 8D AGM house batteries (204 amp hours each)

• (2) Start batteries – one dedicated to the engine, one for the generator

• Dedicated AGM battery for generator

• Battery charger and comprehensive battery management system

• 2,500-watt DC to AC inverter/charger with monitor

• AC/DC volt and ammeters

• Northern Lights 4.5kw 3 cyl. diesel generator (approx. 700 hours)

• GFI-protected AC outlets

• AC freshwater heater (with engine heat auxiliary)

• DC refrigeration

• AC watermaker

• DC navigation and cabin lighting

• Spreader lights and portable spotlight

• Some LED lights

SAILS & RIGGING

     •  Fully battened mainsail

• 120% roller furling genoa w/UV cover
• Genoa Staysail
• Mizzen
• Mizzen staysail
• Storm jib (hanked-on)
• Spinnaker 
• Cutter rig keel-stepped main mast, deck stepped mizzen 
• Standing rigging appears in good condition. Swage fittings recently Dye Penetrant tested - all ok.  
• Chainplates show no signs of movement or corrosion
• Running rigging regularly inspected and replaced as needed
• Mast and boom painted and in good cosmetic condition
• Painted spars
• Lewmar self-tailing winches
• Mainsail cover
• Genoa on roller furler

DECK, COCKPIT, GROUND TACKLE

GAVIOTA is exceptionally well-equipped topside for both offshore passage-making and comfortable coastal cruising. Her raised mid-cockpit layout provides security at sea and a commanding view under sail, while quality hardware and robust ground tackle ensure reliability in all conditions.

• Macrolon dodger 

• Cockpit cushions and removable cockpit table

• Two Compasses

• Hot & Cold cockpit shower and freshwater boat wash down

• Aluminum accommodations ladder and swim ladder

• Wheel steering via pedestal with bronze quadrant - deck accessible emergency steering 

• Heavy-duty electric windlass

• 45 lb. CQR anchor with approx. 300’ chain rode

• Fortress - FX-37 aluminum stern anchor with chain and line

• Fortress - FX-50 spare anchor

• Dual anchor rollers on reinforced bow platform

• Stainless bow and stern pulpits with double lifelines

• Flopper stopper system for stability at anchor

• Assorted gear including boat hook and bosun’s chair

• Roller furling headsail, roller traveler systems

• Rigid boom vang, luff track systems on main and mizzen

• Custom tinted windows - tempered glass

• Repainted bilge 

• Full winch package:

  • (2) Lewmar #58STC primaries

  • (2) Lewmar #54STC secondaries

  • (2) Imperial #22 cockpit winches

  • (2) Harken #40STA halyard winches

  • (1) Harken #32STA halyard winch

  • (1) Harken #16STA mizzen halyard winch

  • Custom gangway - (Neilson-Beaumont)

This package reflects serious cruising capability, ease of sail handling, and quality construction throughout.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT, ETC.

Bilge Pumps:

• Three electric bilge pumps (automatic and manual switch functions)

• One manual diaphragm-style bilge pump in cockpit

• High-capacity for redundancy and offshore safety

• Safety Equipment:

  • EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon)

  • Lifesling man-overboard recovery system

  • Horseshoe buoy with light

  • Two Type lV throwable devices

  • Fire extinguishers in multiple compartments

  • Emergency tiller

  • Engine room fire suppression system

  • Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors

  • Custom gangway

• Additional Gear:

  • Jacklines with harness points installed

  • Flares and signaling devices

  • Navigation and anchor lights meet USCG requirements

  • Solid stainless steel double lifelines with port and starboard gates

COMMENTS

• New engine installed in 2023 with a 4 cylinder Turbocharged Yanmar 4JH4-HTE, 110 HP - E20482

• Engine sound box 

• 1½" Stainless steel prop shaft.  

• PSS dripless shaft seal 

• AC Watermaker - 15 GPHs

• New varnish - 11 coats