1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch | 117ft
- Year1992
- Length117.3 ft
- BuilderPalmer Johnson
- ModelCruising Ketch
- LocationNewport, Rhode Island
Vessel overview
About this yacht
Ketch rig and classic proportions
Long overhangs and a ketch rig give the 1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch a distinctive sailing profile. The aluminum hull carries a 24.93-foot beam, with a maximum draft of 10.83 feet.
The 117-foot motorsailer combines a substantial sailing configuration with a Caterpillar 3406B propulsion installation rated at 400 hp.
Passage-making figures
The 1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch has a cruising speed of 9.5 knots and a maximum speed of 12 knots. The hull and rig configuration place sailing and powered operation within the yacht’s overall design.
Accommodation arrangement
The interior arrangement includes three cabins and three crew cabins. The separate crew accommodation forms part of the yacht’s onboard layout.
Newport location
The 1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch is located in Newport, Rhode Island.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Palmer Johnson
- Model
- Cruising Ketch
- Year
- 1992
- Length
- 117.3 ft
- Location
- Newport, Rhode Island
- Type
- Motorsailers
- Condition
- Pre-owned
- Cabins
- 3
- Beam
- 24.93ft
- Hull material
- Aluminum
- Cruising speed
- 9.5kn
- Maximum speed
- 12 knots
Propulsion
Engines
Engine 1
- Model
- Caterpillar 3406B
- Power
- 400hp
Frequently asked questions
What type of yacht is the 1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch?
The 1992 Palmer Johnson Cruising Ketch is an aluminum motorsailer with a ketch rig.
What are the yacht’s principal dimensions?
The yacht measures 117 feet, has a 24.93-foot beam, and has a maximum draft of 10.83 feet.
What accommodation is configured aboard?
The interior includes three cabins and three crew cabins.
What propulsion and speed figures does the yacht have?
The yacht has a Caterpillar 3406B propulsion installation rated at 400 hp, a cruising speed of 9.5 knots, and a maximum speed of 12 knots.
Where is the yacht located, and what should be checked before proceeding?
The yacht is located in Newport, Rhode Island.
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Listing information
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