This fine Long Range Cruiser is Number 27 of 40 of the Nordhavn 57 series constructed at the Ta Shing yard. For Nordhavn aficionados, the N57 model stands as a testament to the superb design and building skills of the Nordhavn team. Sisterships of this N57 model have safely and comfortably taken their owners to remote destinations throughout the world, including global circumnavigations. "Speedbird' has spent time in the Pacific Ocean including a crossing from Dana Point to Sydney and more recently a round trip to Noumea.
She is a stunning vessel in every respect. She offers the normal configuration salon, three-stateroom layout and a satin finish teak interior. She has been carefully maintained and regularly exercised throughout her ownership and this is evident on first viewing. Continual upgrades in systems and equipment in addition to the original comprehensive build selections make her an outstanding purchase for anyone looking to own the ultimate Nordhavn 57.. She has been impeccably maintained and regularly exercised throughout her ownership and she sparkles like a pampered favorite child who has been lavished with all the best things in life. Continual upgrades in systems and equipment on top of the original build selections make 'Speedbird' an outstanding purchase for anyone looking to own the ultimate Nordhavn 57.
HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES OF THE VESSEL.
Bulbous bow
John Deere 6125 single main engine with dry stack exhaust
John Deere 4045 wing engine powering extensive hydraulics package
Three stateroom layout
Satin Finish Teak wood interior
Corian countertops in galley and heads
Flybridge
Factory installed Swim platform extension
ABT TRAC active fin stabilizers
ABT TRAC hydraulic bow and stern thrusters
ACCOMMODATIONS AND LAYOUT.
From the cockpit you enter the salon with L-shaped built-in settee to port with high/low teak table and a T. V. Lift with twin chairs to starboard. Moving forward and to port is the large U-shaped galley with Corian countertops and Stainless Steel splashback There is also an adjustable shelf pantry, a complete laundry and engine room access to starboard. Moving forward up several steps you find the large pilothouse with twin helm chairs, L-shaped seating with table, electrical distribution panel, port and starboard pilothouse doors that access the Portuguese bridge and a separate set of stairs that lead up to the fly bridge. Continuing forward from the pilothouse to starboard, you descend a set of curved stairs leading to three separate cabins along with two separate heads and showers.
INTERIOR - GENERAL
Beautifully appointed with custom upholstery compliment the gorgeous satin Teak interior finish. Corian countertops, teak doors and beautiful chrome and stainless fixtures are used throughout, with Ta Shing's legendary joinery work a masterpiece to behold. Extra handrails for offshore safety, Custom cut carpeting covering teak and spruce floors, Cantalupi interior lights, Grohe plumbing fixtures throughout.
MAIN SALOON.
On entry immediately to starboard there is a component cupboard housing entertainment equipment and an entertainment landing which houses a flat screen television on a concealed lift. To port in the salon is a dinette with large teak table. Forward to port is a built-in storage and draw cabinet. The floors except where specified are traditional varnished teak and spruce. The saloon features high gloss varnished teak dinette table seating for 8 persons
Black Ultraleather wrapped cushions surrounding dinette with complimentary occasional cushions
Storage under and behind settee seating
Fully concealed Sony 49" Bravia Smart flat screen television on Aritex TV lift
Bose 5:1 sound system, DVD player, Ipod music storage, Foxtel TV receiver from satellite antenna
Split system 'Cruiseair' air conditioning to Saloon and Galley area
Enclosed Asko clothes front loading clothes washer
Asko front loading clothes dryer
Luxaflex retractable shades in salon
Bar stool seats at the aft end of the galley
Custom designed Ottoman with additional storage
PILOT HOUSE.
Heading forward from the salon you ascend to the pilothouse. This is the command center underway and it has been cleverly laid out for optimum comfort underway. The instruments are mounted in the forward dash and overhead. There are two large helm chairs so the captain can enjoy the companionship of another crew member. Aft there is a built in settee with teak table which is ideal for lunch or morning coffee.
Two Pompanette helm chairs
Sliding lockable to port and starboard allow you to enjoy natural cross ventilation at anchor or while underway
Gloss varnished teak table
Cushioned bench seat with Ultraleather covering
Custom overhead teak lockers behind settee with additional teak bookshelves behind pilothouse settee
Chart light
Main engine controls and instrumentation
Wing Engine controls and instrumentation
Murphy Powerview readout
Genset instrumentation and controls.
Stairs to fly bridge with glass and stainless steel door
Four parallel sweep windshield wipers
Airphone intercom - pilothouse and staterooms
Split system 'Cruiseair' air conditioning
Ritchie compass in pilothouse
Main power distribution and circuit breaker board
Shore power input controls
Black water pumpout controls
'Trace' inverter control panel
Barigo clock
Barigo barometer
ACR -100-Remote quartz spotlight with controls in pilot house and flybridge
Francis Voyager VM330 18.2 million candle power remote control searchlight
Chart storage drawer
Storage under settee and under main console
Chart table with 3 drawers and cupboard under
Toilet pumps and water pressure accumulator under living area access stairs.
NOTE: Speedbird was slipped in March 2024. Soda blasted, hull resealed with epoxy and then antifouled.
Region
Victoria
Vessel Location
Melbourne
Reference
Speedbird
Usage
Cruising, Live Aboard
Launch Year
2002
Rego
PK438
Rego Expiry
21/03/2025
Designer
Jeff Leishman
Builder
PAE
Length
57' 1" - 17.40m
Beam
6.2 m
Draft
1.8 m
Displacement
55 tons
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Deck Material
Fibreglass
Engine Make
John Deere
Engine
Access to the engine room is via stairs from opposite main galley or from the lazarette. Main door has a glass window to inspect area prior to opening entry door. Storage lockers to starboard and above stairs. Main fire suppression trigger located outside and adjacent to main entry door. The engine room on the Nordhavn 57 is a 'stand up' engine room due to the maintenance strakes built into the hull design. Access is easily gained to all components, the single main engine has all-round access being located on the centerline of the hull. Aft of the main engine on the starboard side is the wing engine, to port is the Generator and watermaker. This is an engine room that is easy to manage whilst underway being low in the boat.
John Deere Model 6215 turbocharged 12.5 litre 340HP main engine
Twin Disc 2.95 - 1 transmission
Engine and thruster controls, pilothouse, flybridge and stern cockpit
3" Aquamet main propulsion shaft
SKF pillow block intermediate shaft bearing
PSS shaft seal
Keel cooling to main engine
Dry Exhaust fully insulated with ceramic fibre and glass fibre tape
Extensive fuel management system
Walbro Fuel Boost Pump
Oberdorfer 150 gph Fuel Transfer pump with timer with separate Racor fuel filter
Twin Racor fuel filters with selection valve to enable filter change underway
Work bench sink with hot and cold water.
Drayton 1200 cfm Exhaust and Intake blowers
NuTone integrated vacuum system
Pacer Hi Volume hydraulic emergency bilge pump.
Mach 5 fresh water pump
Salt Water wash down pump
John Deere Model 4045 wing engine 80HP
Morse Cable fully manual engine controls
Racor Fuel filter to wing engine
ZF Model 631V 2.48 - 1 transmission.
Volvo Penta 20" x 18"propeller. 1 ½" Aquamet shaft with PSS shaft seal.
Booster hydraulic pump
Hydraulic oil reservoir with raw water cooling via hydraulic pump
Complete oil change system to three engine sumps [Pump in and out)
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
340
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
3956
2nd Engine Hrs
Wing engine 712 hours
Max Speed
10.8 knots
Cruise Speed
9.5 knots
Fuel
7570
Water
1135
Accommodation
From the cockpit you enter the salon with L-shaped built-in settee to port with high/low teak table and a T. V. Lift with twin chairs to starboard. Moving forward and to port is the large U-shaped galley with Corian countertops and Stainless Steel splashback There is also an adjustable shelf pantry, a complete laundry and engine room access to starboard. Moving forward up several steps you find the large pilothouse with twin helm chairs, L-shaped seating with table, electrical distribution panel, port and starboard pilothouse doors that access the Portuguese bridge and a separate set of stairs that lead up to the fly bridge. Continuing forward from the pilothouse to starboard, you descend a set of curved stairs leading to three separate cabins along with two separate heads and showers.
MASTER STATEROOM.
Stairs from the Pilothouse access the lower living areas. The master stateroom is located aft with a large, queen sized bed. A corner dresser, large hanging lockers, abundant drawers, night stands and great lighting and excellent ventilation compliment this wonderful cabin. Queen size berth with custom fitted mattress and bedding.
Custom fitted designer bedspread and pillows
Large dresser
Inlaid teak frame mirrors in stateroom
Additional 2 Cantalupi chrome sconce lights
Split system 'Cruiseair' air conditioning
Large hanging lockers
Laundry locker
32" Smart LED TV
2 oval portlights
KeyLock safe for valuables
Teak and spruce floors
Storage locker and drawer storage
MASTER HEAD.
This is a convenient and private head with shower and sink with drawer and cupboard storage and includes mirrored medicine cabinet and lockers.
Corian counter tops.
Shower: Molded fiberglass, with glass door and seat.
Grohe fixtures in sink and shower
Sealand 'Vacuflush' fresh water head
Hot water recirculating control
Whale 'Gulper' shower sump pump with timer
Lockers and drawers
Mirrored medicine cabinet
Head exhaust fan with timer
[1] portlight behind sink and [1] in shower
GUEST HEAD.
The head is located just forward of the stairway from the pilot house. There are two entrances, one from the hallway and one from the forward stateroom so privacy is afforded from either access. The head also features a roomy shower with bi-fold door.
Shower: moulded fiberglass with seat.
Mirrored medicine cabinet
Sealand 'Vacuflush' fresh water head
Whale 'Gulper' shower sump pump with timer.
Hot water recirculating control
Grohe fixtures in sink and shower
Lockers and drawers
Head exhaust fan with timer
GUEST DOUBLE CABIN.
The cabin is located in forepeak of boat with private access to guest head via lockable bi-fold door.
Ample storage with large hanging cupboard
Queen size bed with fitted sheets and ample bedding
Split system 'Cruiseair' air conditioning
One portlight
Deck hatch with opaque screen and sliding flyscreen
Pacer Hydraulic Emergency bilge pump feeding anchor wash. Selectable raw water source either from bilge or external via 2 way valve under bunk
GUEST BUNK CABIN.
Located between forward guest cabin and master stateroom.
Two single bunks [under/over].
Access to guest head via lockable door, air conditioned with ample storage.
Individual bunk reading lights and large mirror.
Air conditioning
One portlight.
Berths
6
Galley
The matching doors outboard to port and starboard in the galley area improves your view from the galley and allows generous cross ventilation. This galley features a large sink, An electric oven and cook top with fiddle rails and pot holders, dishwasher, trash compactor, coffee machine and Sub Zero refrigerator with freezer drawers. The Corian countertop offers an expansive serving and preparation area. There are numerous lockers and drawers for all galley necessities. The flooring is teak and spruce.
Subzero Refrigerator /Freezer, Model 611 RH
GE Profile Microwave/convection oven and extraaction fan.
Large Thermador cook and oven top with custom made stainless fiddles and pot holders
Double stainless steel sink with Insinkerator
Broan Garbage compactor
GE Dishwasher
Hot water recirculating control
Drawers and lockers
Corian counter tops and S/S splash back around stove
Teak and Spruce floors
Shower
Three, hot and cold including deck shower.
Toilet
Two, both to holding tank
Covers
Full set
Electrics
Sea Recovery SRC 1500-2.250l per hour watermaker, remote control in pilot house
Northern Lights 20 Kw generator with sound insulation and underwater exhaust. 5777 hours
Gas/water separator systems to wing and generator exhausts.
Racor fuel filter to generator
Hydraulic powerpak for Davit
2 x Trace sine wave inverter/chargers
ABT 'Trac' bow and stern thrusters with conta rotating propellors
ABT Hydraulics package for windlass, thrusters, stabilisers and emergency pumps
Hot water recirculating pump and control unit allowing rapid HW delivery to all faucets
Electronics
NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS.
Features an extensive Raymarine electronics package recently upgraded. All equipment is Raymarine unless noted
SuperHD open array 6' radar
Radome [Backup]
3 x eS 127 Hybrid Touch Multi Function Displays in pilot house
Radar, Sounder and Chartplotter available on each of 3 screens
15.1 Multi Function Display on Flybridge
2 x depth sounder modules selectable at each screen
Wind speed and direction readout
Rudder angle readout
Speed and distance readout
2 x multi function analogue readouts
2 x Auto pilots
Class A AIS display with Course Direction and Rate of Turn sender unit
3 deck cameras, port and starboard docking and stern view cameras
Furuno screen for aft camera, computer and engine room [2] cameras
Satellite phone currently in service
Ericson telephone router enabling phone and internet access via WiFi
ICOM 801 E HF radio
ICOM 604 VHF radio with loud hailer and warning signals
Dedicated battery power supply to VHF and HF pilot house radios with charger.
ICOM VHF at Flybridge
Extensive paper chart library
Computer running Windows 10 with connected printer and GPS input
Deck Gear
DECK EQUIPMENT. Upper Deck.
Stratoglass clear screens to Flybridge
Table and settee seating on Flybridge
2 x Pilot chairs on Flybridge
Custom teak tray table. Galley mate S/S gas BBQ with composite 7kg bottle.
Main engine instrumentation
Thruster controls
Horn and windlass controls
Waterproof cover to Flybridge instruments
Aritex Hydraulic davit with pendant control
Ocean safety 8 person liferaft until August 2025
AB 5 person tender with 30hp Yamaha outboard
VHF and Raymarine plotter fitted to tender
Safety gear to tender
Fitted cover to tender
2 x liferings
2 x lifeslings
Fresh water spigot for wash down
Lower Deck.
Removeable round dining table in cockpit with cover
9 x SS hawse pipes with fitted horn cleats
3 entry gates 1 x Stern, 1 x Port side, 1 x Starboard side
Cockpit storage lockers [3] across transom
Cockpit storage locker with Hot/Cold water outlet over SS sink
Hot/Cold cockpit shower
Swim staples fitted to swim platform
Boarding ladder
Glendenning power cord retrieval system to shore power cable
External LCD lighting
LCD port and starboard navigation lights.
LCD anchor, running and stern lights
Francis Voyager searchlight
Small searchlight
Maxwell VWC 400 hydraulic anchor windlass with foot controls
Fresh and salt water spigots.
100m ½ " chain
80kg SARCA anchor
Spare Bruce anchor
Chain and rope anchor warp
Extensive mooring lines
Forward shore power inlet. Stern and forward power inlets selectable from main power board
A very well equipped safe and solid boat that only requires fuel, water and provisions before starting an ocean voyage. All service work is up to date, in March 2024 all antifouling was sandblasted, the underwater area was inspected for signs of osmosis, then faired and filled as required and new antifouling was applied. The keel cooler was removed and cleaned allowing access for new antifouling. At the same time all oils and coolants were replaced in 3 engines. The stabilisers were fully serviced including removal of fins and replacement of lubrication oils.
This is a boat that can be handled by one person, given it's weight and deep underwater section the boat with a powerful engine and large propeller and hydraulic driven thrusters is easy to dock and is not easily blown about.
This is a boat for the serious offshore cruiser with a spirit of adventure. A boat that will look after you.