This 2009 Piper 55 is a Dutch-style steel barge built by Piper Boats and launched in May 2009. Designed as a live-aboard, the boat has been extensively refined for single-handed operation and long-term comfort. She holds qualifying ship status, making her eligible for zero-rated VAT on maintenance, repairs, and navigation equipment under the appropriate declarations. The hull measures 55 feet in length with a 12.5-foot beam, powered by a single 90 hp Beta diesel engine capable of 9 knots maximum and a 7-knot cruising speed.
The accommodation comprises a spacious lower deck with abundant storage throughout, a full bathroom with toilet, shower, bath and basin, and a master cabin with double bed and large wardrobe. The upper deck features a large glazed wheelhouse offering 360-degree visibility and an aft deck suitable for outdoor dining. All modern domestic appliances are fitted throughout the interior.
The boat was designed with particular attention to year-round comfort, heating, insulation, and storage. It has cruised extensively on the Thames, Medway, East Coast, and Norfolk Broads, with the majority of passages undertaken single-handed. It is equipped with excellent navigational and steering systems suited to river and lock navigation.
Length
54.99 FT
Beam
12.53 FT
Draft
2.30 FT
Material
Steel
Shape
Displacement
Cabins
1
Heads
1
Engines
1
Engine Make
Beta
Engine Model
B-90KC
Power
NaN HP
Fuel
Diesel
Cruising Speed
7.00 KTS
Max Speed
9.00 KTS
Fuel
323.61 GAL
Water
475.51 GAL