Hylas 44 Port of Spain, Trinidad
Sint Maarten St Martin Caribbean
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1986 Hylas 44' (13.41 m) 44
Trinidad and Tobago
Penn Station
1986 Hylas 44 is different from your typical production. It's a custom-ordered from the Hylas factory, she is equipped with rare blue-water extras, including a staysail, running backstays, and expanded fuel and water tankage.
Tax Paid
Flag of Registry: United States
- Center Cockpit
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: QLM44414F586
Vessel ID# 2827111 Last Updated: 2025-07-07 17:11:07
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Rod rigging |
| Sails 2022 |
| New top side 2025 |
| Full live-aboard equipment |
| Diving gear |
| Notable Upgrades: |
| Tenders: Tender: AB 3-meter tender (re-tubed 2018) Outboard: Yamaha 15hp 2-stroke outboard |
| Date Listed: 09/23/2024 |
Description
This 1986 Hylas 44 is different from your typical production. Custom-ordered from the Hylas factory, she is equipped with rare blue-water extras, including a staysail, running backstays, and expanded fuel and water tankage. Her classic lines combine elegance with exceptional speed and seaworthiness, making her a fast, strong versatile cruiser. With a proven record of adventure visiting numerous locations worldwide, she is ready for her next voyage.
Over the last 10 years, this Hylas has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, using only the best available components. The gel coat and deck do need a little TLC as the harsh tropical sun has weathered them, besides that she is fully equipped and turn-key for immediate long-distance cruising or live-aboard life.
Nashville Yacht Brokers is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. 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
Specifications
HIN/IMO: QLM44414F586
LOA: 44' 2'' (13.46 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1986
Beam: 13' 7''
LWL: 35'
Draft Max: 6' 10''
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 5
Single Berths: 1
Queen Berths: 2
Heads: 1
Maximum Speed: 10
Cruise Speed: 7
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gelcoat
Hull Shape: Displacement
Fuel Tank: 300 Gallons (1135.62 Liters)
Fresh Water: 300 Gallons (1135.62 Liters)
Holding Tank: 70 Gallons (264.98 Liters)
Displacement: 22320 lbs
Dry Weight: 22320
Classification: B
Imported: Yes
Designer: German Frers
Builder: Queen Long Marine Co. Ltd.
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Westerbeke
- Engine Model: 70
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 7000.00
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
Description
This 1986 Hylas 44 is different from your typical production or ex-charter yacht. Custom-ordered from the Hylas factory, she is equipped with rare blue-water extras, including a staysail, running backstays, and expanded fuel and water tankage. Her classic lines combine elegance with exceptional speed and seaworthiness, making her a fast, strong versatile cruiser. With a proven record of adventure visiting numerous locations worldwide, she is ready for her next voyage.
Over the last 10 years, this Hylas has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, using only the best available components. The gel coat and deck do need a little TLC as the harsh tropical sun has weathered them, besides that she is fully equipped and turn-key for immediate long-distance cruising or live-aboard life.
Current owner is a professional Yacht Master USCG 200Tons with 60,000 sea miles.
Interior Arrangement & Layout
This Hylas 44 features a spacious, practical layout for extended cruising and live-aboard comfort. The main salon is bright and airy, with large portholes and deck hatches providing excellent ventilation. The galley is located on the starboard side behind the companionway, and there is an island where the double sink basin is positioned opposite the stove for maximum efficiency. The master stateroom is aft of the vessel, with the VIP guest cabin forward, providing privacy and comfort for guests.
Interior Styling & Additional Features
The interior is finished with high-quality woodwork, providing a warm and traditional feel. The boat comes fully furnished with everything needed for immediate live-aboard, including kitchenware, linens, and extensive spare parts and tools.
Main Salon
The main salon is open and comfortable, with seating for several guests around a large, solid wood dining table. The table can be folded out for more spacious dining. On the starboard side, there is a long, comfy couch, perfect for lounging or additional seating when entertaining. Plenty of natural light and ventilation from deck hatches and portholes create a welcoming atmosphere. There's ample storage under seating and in various cabinets.
Master Stateroom
The master stateroom is located aft of the vessel, offering a private and quiet space. It features a large berth, plenty of storage around and under the bed, and an ensuite head with a separate shower for convenience.
VIP Guest Cabin
The VIP guest cabin is located forward, providing a spacious V-berth and storage, making it perfect for accommodating friends or family. A head is located nearby for guest comfort.
- Mattress and cover: remade (2025)
Nav Station
The well-equipped nav station is located at the port side of the companionway, with a large chart table and easy access to all navigation electronics. It features ample space for charts, books, and manuals, with seating that allows the navigator to remain secure while underway.
Galley
The galley is on the starboard side, directly behind the companionway for easy access. It has stainless steel counter top and includes:
- Refrigeration: Isotherm fridge and freezer units in top-opening compartments 200L (2018)
- Stove: Gimbaled gas stove with oven
- Sink: Double sink basin located on an island opposite the stove
- Water Maker: Custom engine-driven water maker (over 1 liter per minute)
- Abundant storage and counter space for preparing meals in any conditions
Navigation and Electronics
This Hylas 44 is fully updated with top-of-the-line navigation and electronics equipment, including:
- 2022 B&G Electronics:Zeus 9S Chartplotter
- Autopilot touchpad with NAC3 controller
- Four Triton-2 displays (wind, depth, speed)
- Forward scan sonar
- Halo Plus radar
- ICOM AIS transponder (2019)
- ICOM SSB radio with Pactor sail-mail modem (2014)
- Standard Horizon VHF radio (2014)
Helm Station
The helm station is designed for efficiency and safety. The head sail winches, traveler, and main sheet all lead directly to the cockpit for safe and easy management when sailing at sea.
The Maxprop 3-blade feathering propeller and cable steering provide precise control, while the B&G autopilot offers excellent performance on long passages.
Hull
- Construction: 1” solid GPR hull for strength and durability
- Keel: Lead fin encased in fiberglass
- Rudder: Skeg-hung with cable steering
- Copper-coat: Bottom job completed (2025) for long-term antifouling protection
- Prop-speed: Applied to propeller in 2022
- Thru-hulls: Bronze, most replaced (2018)
- Blisters: Hull blister job completed (2018)
- Rudder: Removed and hardware remachined for strength (2018)
- Top-side: Redone (2025)
Deck
- Hatches: All new deck hatches installed (2019)
- Port-lights: New Found Metals portholes installed (2014)
- Wind Generator: AirX 12v wind generator for additional power (2018)
- Solar Array: Expanded to 600W, capable of producing 36 amps in prime conditions
- Dodger: New Sunbrella dodger installed (2022)
Mast and Rigging
- Mast: Aluminum 53' tall rig from the deck
- Rigging: New rod rigging was installed in 2015
- Backstay: Rod, insulated for SSB (2015)
- Forestays: Wire
- Running Backstays: Included for added sail control
- Winches:10 chromed Barient self-tailing winches
- At mast: 3x Barient 24 ST
- House top: 2x Barient 22 ST
- Cockpit: 2x Barient 32 ST, 1x Barient 24 ST
- Stern deck: 2x Barient 27 ST
- WinchRite: Cordless winch handle
- Poles:
- 1x Seldon spinnaker pole flying sail
- 1x Genoe telescoping whisker pole
Sails
- Main: New Doyle performance Dacron main with stack-pack (2022)
- Genoa (115%): New Doyle performance Dacron genoa (2022)
- Staysail (95%): Restored at Doyle with new UV covers (2022)
- Furlers: New Genoa Pro-furl (2018), staysail Pro-furl refurbished (2022)
- Asem: Cruising spinnaker with sock
- Spinnaker: Ullman Flying sem with dousing sock (2015) (rarely used)
- Reefing: Conventional (ram's horn) 2 stages slab sysem, at mast
Cockpit
The cockpit is designed for comfort and functionality with custom-fit cushions and easy access to winches and lines.
- Dodger: Sunbrella offers protection from the elements (2022)
- Magma gas BBQ: mounted on the stern rail for onboard grilling (2015)
Additional Features
- Fishing gear: Deep Sea Penn reels and roller tip rods
- Diving equipment: Two sets of scuba gear with tanks (needs servicing)
- Other diving: Two spear guns, masks, fins, and suits
- Sewing: Sailrite ZigZag LS1 with extras
- Parts: Large plumbing and electrical parts & spares kits.
- Tools: DeWalt, 2x 18v kit includes, XRP hammer drill, impact gun, vibration multi tool, reciprocating saw, angle grinder, circular saw, flashlight, USB adapter plus 3 batteries and more
Engine and Mechanical
- Engine:Westerbeke 70hp diesel with 7,000 hours (top agent estimates a 15,000-30,000-hour lifespan)
- All main gaskets replaced (2019)
- Valve adjustements (2019)
- Injector pump rebuilt (2019)
- Complete repaint (2022)
- Shaft coupling rebuilt (2022)
- Raw water pump rebuilt (2022)
- Injectors serviced (2024)
- Alternators: New Delco alternator (2024) and rebuild kit installed (2025), unused Balmar alternator
- Heat Exchanger: New Westerbeke heat exchanger (2024)
- Propeller: Maxprop 3-blade feathering
- Cooling System: Complete heat exchanger system overhaul (2022)
Plumbing and Tankage
- Fuel: Stainless Steel with inspection port, total 300+ gallons across 3 tanks
- Water: Stainless Steel, total 300+ gallons across 3 tanks
- Holding: Poly, total 70gals across 2 tanks
- Heads: 12v electric heads (2018)
- Water Maker:Engine-driven system producing over 1 liter per minute, serviced (2025)
- CAT Pump (rebuilt 2019)
- 40" Parker Racor Village Marine vessel
- Shurflo 5901-0206 boost pump with filters
- CruiseROWater control panel
- Plumbing: All plumbing replaced (2015)
Electrical System
- Battery Bank: 3 Lifepo4 12v Frey batteries with external BMS (2022)
- Shore Power: 110-120v Heart Interface, with 220-240v step-down converter
- Solar Array: 600W solar power (36A output in prime conditions)
- Wind Generator: AirX 12v wind generator (2018)
- Rewiring: Complete 12v system rewired (2018)
- Czone touch display 5": (to be installed) and two switching & monitoring components with automated electrical system (2024)
Safety Equipment
- Chain Locker: Reinforced to create a crash bulkhead (2018)
- AIS: ICOM AIS transponder for collision avoidance (2019)
- Radar: B&G Halo Plus radar (2022)
- SSB Radio: ICOM SSB with Pactor sail-mail modem (2014)
- ACR: sat link for texting
- Carbon Monoxide Detector: Yes
- Fire extinguisher: ABC 3x
- Life jackets: 8x
- Boarding ladder: Yes
- Flares and Lifesling
- Security cameras: 2x with movement sensing, cellular SIM card, color, remote access+voice
- Bilge pumps:
- 2x Whale 320GPH
- 1x Rule 2000GPH with high water audible alarm
- 1x on T valve to engine raw pump.
- Life raft: Winslow 6pax, Offshore (2014) (last serviced 2023)
Tender
- Tender:AB 3-meter tender (re-tubed 2018)
- Includes chaps (matching color with sailboat canvas 🙂 )
- Outboard: Yamaha 15hp 2-stroke outboard (2019)
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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