The 32' Tug Yacht
'TALISKER'
Proposed Interior P & A | Proposed Stack Detail
Aft Perspective | Forward PerspectiveCopyright 2008 Michael Kasten
General Concept
The request here was to combine the excellent hull form our Terrier 32 design with the interior layout of our Boojum 30 design. Thus, the Talisker 32 prototype was created. With much more room in the hull, the interior will be considerably more relaxed. Aft there is even enough room for a King size double berth..!
Aft there is more deck space, and with 2' - 6" more beam, the interior has that much more elbow room, plus a bit more length to the head compartment forward. As with the Boojum 30, the interior provides a "stand up" spot forward of the aft double berth, a generous pilot house complete with galley. With simple systems this compact little tug is as carefree and affordable as possible.
Particulars are:
- 32' LOA
- 28' LWL
- 11' Beam
- 3' - 8 Draft
Having a design displacement of 15,500 lbs, the Talisker 32 is of medium weight, having a D/L of 319. Displacement will vary from around 15,000 lbs. when lightly loaded, to a maximum capacity of around 19,500 lbs. when loaded and ready for a journey.
The engine is a Lister Alpha 50 hp turbo diesel, mated to a Sabb HVP-25 controllable pitch gear and propeller assembly.
As with the Terrier 32, the hull and house side construction are intended to be steel, with the fore-deck, cabin tops, and upper portion of the pilot house of cold moulded wood construction. An excellent choice would be to instead build the entire hull, decks and houses all out of aluminum.
Hull Form
Talisker 32's hull is modeled after working tugs. Having short ends, we can achieve the largest carrying capacity within the shortest overall length. Deck structures have been kept as low as possible to provide for a low center of gravity, and also to permit travel throughout the French Canal system. Still there is full standing headroom in the pilot house!
While ballast is not required for stability, there is a small quantity of lead trimming ballast allowed for within the keel. One option with this design would be to provide a modified centerline keel in order to allow a modest sail rig to be introduced for the possibility of motor sailing.
Interior Arrangement
Accommodations are intended to provide comfortable cruising for two on extended passages with occasional guests forward.
The low forward cabin extends from the enclosed head forward to the 'midships wheel house. The forward cabin top is actually the fore deck which extends the full width of the ship at the height of the main bulwark top. This provides the greatest amount of interior space, the largest open deck area, the greatest forward freeboard, the most reserve buoyancy forward, and the greatest range of stability.
Within the forward cabin, an overhead skylight / hatch allows light to enter and opens for fresh air and emergency access to the fore deck. The settees are long enough to serve as guest berths. Water tanks are located under the settees.
Within the raised 'midship pilot house the galley is to port and a pilot seat and wheel are to starboard. The 'midships pilot house offers excellent visibility in all directions. Deck access is via a sliding door to starboard. The "dashboard" forward of the wheel holds instruments and engine controls. Chart stowage is under seats and in back of cushions in the forward compartment. To port, the galley includes a two burner range with oven, plus a sink and generous side board. A large window is above the galley sink on the port side. A refrigerator is located under the pilot seat (starboard side).
The trunk cabin aft of the wheel house encloses the sleeping quarters and storage lockers. A very welcome standing area is located just forward of the double berth, having a small bureau / dresser on each side.
In all, a very compact and well-planned small Tug Yacht with robust structure, outstanding stability, and tankage for long range cruising. This could be the ultimate pocket voyager for two..!
Direct Quote from an aluminum boat owner...As an owner since 5 years of an aluminum boat I could not agree more with your preference for this material. She is a great boat and requires very little in the way of maintenance. I do a lot more reef snorkeling than the paint, polish, varnish and wax guys!--Peter Kminek
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