1996 Hallberg-Rassy 42' (12.80 m) MK II
Virgin Islands (British)
Aventyr
Proven blue water cruiser! Ready for another lap around the world??
- Center Cockpit / Sloop
- Sail
- New
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Generator |
| Aircon |
| Watermaker |
| Completely rebuilt engine 2021 |
| The hull was refaired and painted in 2016 |
| Notable Upgrades: Air Conditioning: 2 Cruise Air A/C units added in 2016 Windlass: Replaced in 2019 Tender: Replaced a few months ago Anchor Chain: Replaced in 2017, still in good condition Spray Hood: New in 2018 Propeller: New Flex-O-Fold propeller installed in 2018 Power Generation: Solar + Hydro Generator added in 2018 Solar panels replaced a few months ago Batteries: All replaced a few months ago Interior Upholstery: Saloon seats recovered in 2017, still in good condition Steering & Autopilot: Steering cables and autopilot drive unit replaced in 2018 Spare autopilot drive unit included |
| Tenders: High field Ultra Lite 290 2024 |
| Date Listed: 02/03/2025 |
Asking $139,000 open to offers
$ 139,000 USD
€ 120,968 Euros
$ 192,354 CAD
£ 103,958 GBP
Description
Aventyr is a Hallberg-Rassy 42 Mk II that has more than proven her capability as a bluewater cruiser, having circumnavigated the globe twice. She has been continuously maintained and upgraded as needed, making her a solid and well-equipped choice for serious offshore sailing.
While she has some wear from her extensive voyages, the seller has diligently carried out critical upgrades, ensuring her reliability and longevity.
Key Features & Upgrades:
- 2 Cruise Air A/C units (added in 2016)
- New windlass (2019)
- Recently replaced tender
- Anchor chain replaced (2017, still in great condition)
- New spray hood (2018)
- New Flex-O-Fold propeller (2018)
- Solar & hydro generator added (2018)
- Solar panels replaced a few months ago
- All batteries replaced a few months ago
- Saloon upholstery refreshed (2017, still in excellent condition)
- Steering cables and autopilot drive unit replaced (2018)
- Spare autopilot drive unit included
Additional Highlights:
- Hull & Deck:
- Hull refaired and painted in 2016 ($17k investment) – looks better than most HRs of her age.
- Deck re-caulked in 2016 (cockpit area could use re-caulking).
- Zero osmosis – hull said to be in perfect condition.
- Structural & Safety:
- All through-hulls replaced in 2018 with bronze Groco flanged seacocks, bedded onto fiberglass backing pads – built to last.
- Sails & Rigging:
- Elvström offshore cruising sails – ~15 years old but reinforced and still said have a few good years left.
- Standing rigging passed an inspection a few years ago, but replacement is on the horizon.
- Engine:
- Volvo Penta TMD22 – hours unknown but underwent a top-end rebuild 4 years ago and remains bulletproof reliable.
Condition Summary:
For sailors seeking a proven ocean-going yacht with major upgrades already completed, Aventyr offers a turnkey opportunity for serious long-distance cruising.
Data Sheet
LOA: 42' (12.80 Meters)
Type: Sail- New
Year: 1996
Documented Year: 1996
Beam: 12' 11''
LOD: 42' 6''
LWL: 33' 11''
Draft Max: 6' 7''
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 4
V Berths: 1
Double Berths: 1
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 8 Knots
Cruise Speed: 6 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Monohull
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Bridge Clearance: 60' 9''
Bow Thruster: Yes
Fuel Tank: 110.95 Gallons (420 Liters)
Fresh Water: 180.96 Gallons (685 Liters)
Displacement: 27558 lbs
Ballast Weight: 10362 lbs
CE Certified: Yes
Designer: Germán Frers (Naval Architect)
Interior Designer: Hallberg-Rassy Design Team
Builder: Hallberg-Rassy (Sweden)
Exterior Color: White hull with blue trim line
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Volvo
- Engine Model: TMD
- Engine Year: 1996
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 78.00
- Power KW: 58.16
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 0.00
- Engine Location: Middle
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Fischer Panda
- Generator Model: 8000
- Generator KW: 6.40
- Generator Hours: 4500
Full Details
Additional Information
ENGINE INFORMATION
- Manufacturer: Volvo
- Model: TMD
- Year: 1996
- Horsepower: 78
- Drive Type: Direct
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Propeller Type: Three bladed flexo-fold (2018)
- Engine Hours: Rebuilt 4 years ago
DINGHY AND OUTBOARD ENGINE
- Make: Highfield
- Model: 290 Ultralite
- Year: 2024
- Length (ft): 9.5 ft
- Weight: 86 lb
- DINGHY ENGINE
- Make: Yamaha
- Model: 8hp
- Year: 2016
- Drive Type: Outboard 2-stroke
Interior Comforts and Amenities
- Propane Tanks: 2 x 13kg
- Barbeque: Magma Kettle
- Stove and Oven: Force 10, 3 burner, gimbaled
- Propane Shut Off Valve: Yes
- Fume Detector: Yes
- Vented Propane Locker: Stb midship
- Refrigeration: Toploading "Frigoboat" 12V compressor unit in galley
- Freezer: Frigoboat 12V compressor top loading next to chart table
- Watermaker: "Sea Fresh" (Approx. 70L/h)
- Water Heater: Fed from heat exchanger
- Water System: Pressurized 12V
- Air Conditioner: 2 x Dometic Cruisair Stowaway Turbo
- Fans: 12V fans throughout
- Heater: Webasto
- First Aid Kit
ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
- Autopilot: Raymarine ST6002 (Drive unit replaced 2018, spare drive unit included)
- GPS:
- Primary: Furuno
- Secondary: Vesper Marine
- Radar: Nobeltec
- Satellite Communication: Iridium Go
- Satellite Navigation:
- PC running Timezero
- iPad with Vesper AIS
- Depth Sounder: "Autohelm"
- Speed and Distance: "Autohelm"
- Logs: "Autohelm"
- SSB Radio: Icom IC-M801E
- VHF Radios:
- Primary: Icom IC-M505
- Secondary: Handheld Standard Horizon HX360
- Wind Speed & Direction Indicator: "Autohelm"
- Compass: "Suunto" at binnacle
- Stereo System: Alpine
- Stereo Speakers: 4
- Television: Samsung
- EPIRB: Yes
- AIS Receiver: Vesper Marine
- Deck Lights: Yes
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Direct Current System Voltage: 220V
- Alternating Current Power System Voltage: 12V
BATTERIES
- House: 6 x Trojan T5s
- Engine: Master
- Windlass: Lofrans 1200W
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Generator: Fischer Panda "8000"
- Solar Panels: 2 x 120W
- Wind Generator: No
- Hydro Generator: Watt and Sea Cruising 600
- Inverter: Victron Energy
- Battery Charger: Centear 12V 40A
- Shore Power Cord: 50 amp
- Battery Monitor: Analog
- Alternator: 70 amp with backup
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
- Manual Bilge Pumps: Whale Gusher Urchin
- Electric Bilge Pumps: "Artwod" 12V
- Steering Type: Steering cable changed 2018
- USCG Safety Package: No
- Fire Extinguishers: 2
- Emergency Tiller: Yes
- Bow Thrusters: Sleipner
DECK AND COCKPIT EQUIPMENT
- Primary Anchor: Rocna
- Chain: 85 meters BBB 10mm
- Secondary Anchor: Danforth
- Anchor Windlass: Lofran
- Bow Anchor Rollers: 2
- Full Deck Awning: Yes
- Dodger / Sprayhood: Unknown
- Cockpit Cushions: None
- Cockpit Table: Yes (Broken)
- Fenders & Dock Lines: 5 Fenders, 5 Lines
- Swim Platform on Transom:
- Swim Ladder:
- Side Stanchions & Lifelines:
- Life Raft: 8-man
- Navigation Lights
SAILS AND RIGGING
- Main Mast: Selden, original, 2 sets of spreaders, mast steps installed 2015. Roller Furling for Genoa: Harken, 2015
- Pole: selden, original
- Sail Area: 90m2
- Back Stay Adjuster: manual, replaced 2017
- Boom Vang: manual
- Standing Rigging: replaced 2015 by previous owner
- Chain Plates: internal, original selden
Winches
- Mast: Lewmar x 2
- Cockpit: Lewmar x 4
- Main: Elvstrom reinforced at reef points. 3 reefs, full battens which were replaced in 2021. 2015
- Jib: Elvstrom, with reinforced sun guard, clew replaced 2025. 2015
- Staysail: Hank on, 2015
- Sailbag: replaced 2017, eyes replaced 2021.
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