Albin Vega for sale in United Kingdom for £8,750 ($10,818)

A fine UK example of this Scaninavian Albin Vega design. Solidly built, seaworthy and spacious Folkboat-type sailing cruiser. Always popular and a great choice as a starter boat.

DescriptionThe Albin Vega is a well tested design and are found worldwide with several having done RTW trips. Long keeled, easily handled and comfortable. Ergonomic cockpit with massive locker stowage and good access from the water with a decent swim ladder.

A fine UK example of this Scaninavian Albin Vega design. Solidly built, seaworthy and spacious Folkboat-type sailing cruiser. Always popular and a great choice as a starter boat.

DescriptionThe Albin Vega is a well tested design and are found worldwide with several having done RTW trips. Long keeled, easily handled and comfortable. Ergonomic cockpit with massive locker stowage and good access from the water with a decent swim ladder.This example has been well cared for and is immediately available. Apparently circa 1977 but she is showing hull number 1839 - so may be '73 or '74.

DimensionsLength Overall: 27'1" / 8.25mLength at Waterline: 23'2" / 7.21mBeam: 8'1" / 2.46mMax Draft: 3'10" / 1.17mDisplacement: 5,070 lbs / 2,300 kgBallast: 2,020 lbs / 915 kgSail area (IOR): 341 sq ft / 31.7 sq mLong fin keel, with lead and iron encapsulated ballast

EnginesYanmar 1GM10 approx. 9hp a lightweight single-cylinder auxiliary diesel with a straight drive. Built for optimum power to weight and rugged durability.This engine was fitted in about 1982.

TankageFuel: 35 l / 7.7 galsWater: 65 l / 14.2 gals

AccommodationManual fresh water with foot pump to sink and same for sea waterGas heating via Riviera gas heater (not currently working)Four berthsSaloon: has 2 settee berths with galley next to companionway. Headroom about 5'8". Removable saloon table. Oil lamp.Galley: Two burner gas cooker with grill to port - small sink to starboard. Plenty of cupboard storage and worksurfacesForepeak: has V-berths for two plus hanging locker opposite the headsHeads: marine toilet and pull-out basin. There's a door to seal off the head/forepeak.

SailsMain and furling genoa - and one spare mainsailStack pack and lazy jacks for mainSpinnakerStorm jibAge of standing rigging not known as yet

Electrical12v/240v with 2 batteries with energy indicator12v panel with 6 switchesInternal lighting - LED and low drawNavigation lights

Navigation kitGarmin plotter - GPSmap 550 which swings out into companionway for cockpit use.VFH with DSC - Lowrance link-5NASA Clipper Duet in cockpit for speed and tripCompassAutohelm - but not seenBlaupunkt Stereo Radio/Cassette Player with 2 speakersFoghornBarometer and clock

InventorySpray hood and matching dodgers.Warps.FendersAnchor, chain and rodeSpare fuel containerOutboard bracket on pushpitSwim/safety ladderMidship cleats - in addition to bow and stern cleatsFire extinguisher and fire blanket

Tool kit and spares

HULL

The Albin Vega is a 27 feet long. It boasts a 8.1 feet beam and a draft of 1.17 meters. This 1977 diesel Albin Vega is powered by a Yanmar 1GM10, with 9.0 horsepower. The Albin Vega is made of fiberglass.