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Copyright 2007 Michael Kasten
The 36 meter wooden sailing yacht shown above and in the above links is modeled after a privateer schooner, but makes use of modern lines and modern materials. Even though of traditional plank on frame wooden construction, modern steel spars and rigging have been specified along with Dacron sails and line, plus all the conveniences of today's equipment options... In other words, a comfortable family yacht with plenty of room for guests as well as a dedicated crew.
Particulars are:
- 36 Meters (118') Length on Deck
- 33.3m (100') Waterline Length
- 8.5m (28') Moulded Beam
- 3.6m (12') Draft
- 250 Metric Tons Displacement
The Intent...
For the interior, the intent with this design is that the interior layout make it possible for the vessel to be used as a personal world-traveling yacht for a private owner, his family and guests. Because comfort and privacy have been primary goals, the interior is not at all crowded.
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Layout Below Decks
Right forward below the main deck is the fore peak, having two compartments. The forward-most compartment is the chain locker and just aft of that a small Bosun's locker for general storage of ship's gear.
Aft of the forward WT bulkhead are two equally sized crew cabins, separated by a lengthwise bulkhead on center. Just aft of the twin crew cabins is a crew head and shower to starb'd, and a laundry room to port.
Aft of this crew / utility area is a large galley, which is open to the dining area and saloon aft. The saloon to port is very large, and can seat the entire ship's complement on a comfortable sofa that surrounds a large low table. To starb'd of this is a generous dining area with seating for 10, plus four more at the galley bar / counter.
On center is a hallway leading aft to the guest and owner suites. Immediately aft of the saloon / dining room though is the engine room - or rather twin engine rooms... one to port and one to starb'd. And yes... twin engines...! This allows excellent access throughout the lower deck areas via the center hallway.
Aft of the two engine rooms are four equal sized suites for guests and family. Each pair of cabins shares one large head.
Right aft below the main deck is a spacious owner's cabin spanning the full width of the vessel, with a 'larger than king size' double berth, and private ensuite head.
Layout on Deck
The exterior deck is arranged in three primary regions... the fore deck, the midships lounge, and the large raised after deck. This can be best visualized by inspecting the images linked above.
The main socializing area is the aft deck, but there is very adequate space for activities throughtout. On the aft end of the aft deck is a big wrap-around upholstered sofa / seat / day bed. On center is a raised table, which also functions as a sky light for the owner's cabin below. Just forward of the skylight / table is a Jacuzzi sized for a party. When not in use, it is to be covered and can act as a large buffet table, or even as a stage for evening entertainment...!
At the forward end of the raised aft deck is a raised open steering station / cockpit with a wheel at the forward end. This is positioned to allow excellent visibility all around, as well as an uninterrupted view of the sails. This is after all a REAL sailing ship...!
Amidships, the deck steps down, and a lounge is located there at the level of the fore deck. Within is wrap around seating, and a counter / bar / entertainment center right aft against the bulkhead. A winding stairway leads below to the saloon. At the forward end of the deck house is a large chart room / piloting area, and second steering station.
Forward on the fore deck is a full width settee / day bed, a skylight for the galley below, and a seating pod, which is envisioned as being available for crew to have a nice spot on deck as well, or just as a retreat for anyone from the primary activities on the after deck.
At the extreme forward end of the fore deck is a scuttle / doorway leading into the forepeak and bosun's locker.
Structure, Power, Range, etc...
This yacht makes excellent use of a 100% traditional plank on frame structure, designed to classification society standards (Germanischer Lloyds). Construction and use of the vessel will be in India or possibly elsewhere in South Asia.
The spars will be built will all steel pipe and tube, allowing the masts to be taller than would be possible with timber, much stronger, and equally light in weight. Once painted, any observer will assume they are wood...! The rig is that of a Tern Schooner. This simply means a schooner with three masts. This was chosen for the sake of keeping the individual sail sizes to a proportion that can be more easily handled, as well as in order to reduce the stresses on the hull and rigging, yet to still be able to achieve a generous sail area.
The request has been to attain the maximum speed possible - not only under sail, but also under power. With the current configuration of hull form and the engine power specified (over 1,200 total horsepower) it is anticipated that 14+ knots will be possible under power alone, with the goal of being able to motor-sail above 15 knots when conditions favor.
Our target range under power is approximately 3,000 to 4,000 nautical miles. Of course this will not be attained at full speed...! For long range under power, vessel speed will be in the neighborhood of 10 knots, for which only one engine will be needed. Being a true sailing vessel, range will in fact only be limited by the amount of food on board rather than fuel...!
This simple expedient - wind power - will indeed become more and more important through the years, even for yachts. In that sense, even though an extremely traditional design in every respect, this is one yacht with an eye to the future...!
And being a true classic, it is also one that will never go out of fashion!
For more information on this or other similar craft, please inquire.
Check out these web pages related to other large wooden vessels of our design:
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