The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services
Glastron GS 279
- Boat REF# · 114600
- LOA · 8.40m
- Year · 2003
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Planing
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x petrol 280hp, Volvo Penta 5.7 GS (2003)
- Lying · Bristol
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The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services
Extra Details
| Builder | Glastron Boats |
|---|---|
| Lying | Bristol |
| Fuel capacity | 300.0 ltr (66.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 112.0 ltr (24.6 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 60.0 ltr (13.2 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x petrol 280hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Volvo Penta 5.7 GS (2003) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 108 |
| Engine Cooled | Direct |
| Steering | Wheel |
| Drive | z |
| Prop(s) | 3 Blade Duo |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 27.0 ltr (5.9 G) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 25 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 35 knots |
New Batteries and an engine you could eat your dinner off!
Dimensions
| LOA | 8.40m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 2.60m |
| Draft Min | 0.60m |
| Draft Max | 1.00m |
| Displacement | 2,800kg (6,174.0lbs) |
| Headroom | 1.90m |
| Storage | On marina |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Planing |
| Finish | Gelcoat finish |
Reupholstered in a more tasteful colour than the original she gives a light and airy feeling in the cabin.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Air conditioning | 1 Air conditioning Units |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
Aquacal air conditioning for superb comfort
1 burner spirit cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Carpet | |
| Curtains | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Cockpit shower | |
| Non-Smokers |
Aquacal air conditioning for superb comfort
1 burner spirit cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Cockpit cover | |
|---|---|
| Sun awning | |
| Warps | |
| Fenders | |
| Swim Platform | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers | |
| Cockpit Enclosure | |
| Bimini |
Electric Maxwell windlass
1 anchors
(Danforth)
5.00m of chain
20.00m of warp
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Stereo | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Echo sounder |
Safety Equipment
| LPG Detector | |
|---|---|
| Life jackets | |
| Life buoys | |
| Searchlight | |
| Horn |
2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 Electric)
Broker's Comments
A lot of room in a small package the 279GS makes a wonderful cruiser.
This one is as clean an example as you are likely to find and has been meticulously maintained and cared for.
A huge amount of boat for not a lot of money.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
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