Parker 285

Our medium sized cruiser is an update from the 275 with added refinements and improved inventory, including the Yanmar 2YM15G 15hp 2-cylinder diesel engine. Performance sailing being light helmed and responsive. All the sail controls are led back to the cockpit. The improved main hatchway access allows more space in the galley area and with its separate double forward berth and double thwart ship aft berth; it is a practical solution for sleeping privacy and real comfort for four people.

Build Numbers - As of 18 September 2008, number 74 is in build for customer at the moment for completion early October. Number 75 is also sold for Spring 2009 completion, next available number is 76.

LOA - 28' 5" (8.69m) LWL - 24'6" (7.47m)

Beam - 9'3" (2.82m)

Draft - 5'2" (1.58m) Keel down

Draft - 1'3" (0.44m) Keel up

Displacement - 7100 lbs (3230 kgs)

Ballast - 2000 lbs (907 kgs)

Sail Area - 380 sq ft (35.3 sq m)

RCD category 'B' Offshore

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The unique keel/ballast configuration of the Parker 285 provides flexibility, stability and ease of use with a 12v electric keel hoist winch with push button control to cockpit.

Complete Parker 285 Lift Keel Yacht as standard description & inventory, ex works loaded on transport £56,277.

Complete Parker 285 Lift Keel Yacht as standard description & inventory, launched, rigged & commissioned at River Welland, Fosdyke Marina £56,766

Custom options are available – variations to the standard layout can be incorporated to the customer’s choice, including internal upholstery. For full specification details and lost of optional extras please contact Parker Lift Keel Yachts.

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