2008 Custom Open Steam Launch

General Description

Description: Embark on a journey through time aboard the exquisite Steam Launch Persephone, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance. This 28-foot Selway Fisher designed open steam launch, meticulously built by Wash Kohnke in 2008, boasts a hull and interior fittings of solid Honduras Mahogany, offering both beauty and durability.

Boiler:

• Type: 20 hp, water tube, LIFU style boiler
• Designer: Alex Ritchie
• Pressure: Tested to 414 PSI, Maximum working pressure 275 PSI, Double regulated to 180 PSI
• Furnace: Nuway forced air double regulated diesel fuel, powered by two North Star batteries with an inverter providing 110 volts. The fire burns smokeless, ensuring a clean and efficient operation.
• Construction: Stainless steel boiler housing with ceramic insulation, stainless internal stack (removable), and removable aluminium outer stack.
• Features: Float auto-regulated water level for the boiler, stainless steel engine pan, water tank, and hot well.

Engine:

• Type: 15 HP Bellis reproduction compound engine (one of only four in existence worldwide)
• Specifications: 2 3/8 X 5 1/2 X 5, purchased from Alec Ritchie, completed with a 10 pt Richie Lubricator.

Additional Features:

• Deck: Teak flooring
• Steering: Fore and aft hydraulic steering stations
• Gearbox: Overdrive 1 to 1.5 (300 to 450 rpm) by Everett Engineering
• Bilge Pump: Electric engine pan bilge pump
• Alternator: For continuous charging (not installed)
• Propeller: 24" x 26" Bruntons custom bronze steam three-blade propeller, designed by Alec Ritchie
• Cover: Custom Sunbrella boat cover
• Canopy: Custom half canopy (Sunbrella) supported by brass stanchions
• Siren: Steam siren (brass)

Trailer:

• Type: Custom-built Magnum 2 axle trailer, specifically built to Persephone's needs
• Brakes: Surge activated 4-wheel disc brakes

Specifications:

• LOA: 28' 0"
• Beam: 6' 1"
• Draft: 2' 6"
• Displacement: 3500 lbs
• Hull Model: Corn Bunting, designed by Selway Fisher, built in 2008 by Wash Kohnke at Ridgefield, WA, USA
• Fit-Out: Completed in 2008 by the owner at Ridgefield, WA, USA
• Construction: 18mm mahogany strip plank with bronze fastened Honduras Mahogany, inner keel and bilge stringers made of Douglas Fir

Inspired by the classic designs of Amaryllis and Dixon Kemp, Persephone embodies a blend of historical charm and modern functionality. This vessel is perfect for the discerning enthusiast who appreciates the grace and beauty of traditional steam launches.

Bluewater Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by W S Yacht Brokers. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

This listing is courtesy of the MLS and may be centrally listed with another broker. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.