1987 DeFever 48 Tri Cabin

The 1987 DeFever 48 Tri Cabin is a 48-foot fiberglass trawler with a 15-foot beam, designed for extended cruising and liveaboard capability. The boat features three staterooms and is powered by twin Lehman 135 engines paired with dual generators, solar power, and a watermaker for self-sufficiency. A stand-up engine room allows full access for maintenance and service work.

Teak woodwork throughout the interior reflects quality craftsmanship typical of the DeFever build. The deck layout includes generous covered areas, providing weather protection and outdoor living space. The combination of systems—generators, solar, and watermaker—supports long-range operation independent of shore-based infrastructure.

The boat has been maintained and shows the care given to its systems and structure over time.