Features
The LOCHIN 366 design has proven to be a formidable sea-going hull form confirmed by their use in commercial applications as pilot and police launches. Lochin's history has always been about sea keeping ability and structural integrity. The 366 design enbraces balance and handling characteristics replicated from earlier proven designs with rough weather capabilities rarely matched in this size range. 'Blue Raider' has been beautifully constructed by Goodchild's - a company known for their attention to detail. Minimal hours.
Navigation
The navigation equipment comprises:-
Lower Helm:
- Raymarine L1260 Plotter/Fishfinder
- Raymarine Autopilot
- Raymarine VHF radio
- Plastimo Compass
Upper Station:
- Raymarine RL80 CRC - colour radar/ GPS plotter
- Raymarine Autopilot
- Plastimo Offshore compass
- Raymarine VHF radio.
- Searchlight (remote controlled)
- Horn
Electrical
Batteries: - 24-volt system from 2 x banks of 95 amp/hr batteries
- additional 12v battery for generator.
- Master CB panel with all ancillary circuits, battery masters and
240v monitoring.
- 'Whisper' 6KW generator
- Shore power: 240v with Mastervolt 240v/24v charger system
- 240v ring main with outlets
Mechanical
Twin VOLVO TAMD74L turbo-charged and intercooled engines - each rated at 430hp. The engines have EDC (electronic)controls at both upper and lower helm stations. The engines drive through integral reduction gearboxes to stainless steel shafts with 4-bladed bronze (NAB) propellers.
SPEED: maximum 26kts with an economic cruising speed of around 20kts.
STEERING: Hydraulic system.
TRIM TABS: Bennett electro-hydraulic
BOW THRUSTER: Vetus 75kgf electric thruster (dual controls)
CAPACITIES:
FUEL: 1630 ltrs (358 glns) in 2x polypropylene tanks
WATER: 150 ltrs (33 glns) in 1 x polypropylene tank.
GREY WATER: Discharge and rinse-out
HOT & COLD: a pressurised system to a calorifier tank with 240v immersion heater supplying the galley, heads and transom shower fitting.
DECK WASH: separate sea-water pump.
Safety
- Liferaft (service due)
- Seafire FM200 fire extinguisher system in engine room.
- Manual extinguishers internally
- 1 x Auto electric bilge pump with three float switches - located in the accommodation, engine room and aft lazarette.
- 2 x Manual Jabsco bilge pumps with cross-over valves drawing from each watertight compartment.
Accommodation
From forward (below).....
MASTER CABIN: A central 'King Size' double-berth with storage under and lockering at a higher level on both sides of the cabin. Additional storage under the bed, a hanging locker (stbd) and a 'vanity' area (port). Light coloured veneers give a light and airy cabin feel. Deck-head 'down-lights'
SHOWER/HEADS COMPARTMENT: with electric toilet, wash/hand basin (H&C) and shower facility. The shower tray pumps to a 'grey-water' tank. The GALLEY AREA is at the lower level, neatly laid out with built-in cooking appliances including an electric hob, microwave and refrigerator plus top access cool box - all in matching cabinet style and with ample storage space above and below the preparation surfaces. A companionway leads up to:
WHEELHOUSE DECK SALOON with helm console to port housing engine instrumentation, controls and electronic installations in close proximty. A comfortable suspension seat is provided for the helmsman. To starboard - a bench seat is provided for two crew members with a chart table. The saloon has a large shaped settee arrangement with a pedestal mounted table ans stowage lockers. Opposite is drinks cabinet and space for TV and entertaqinment centre - all within a well-matched cabinetry. The timber finish throughout the vessel is American Light Oak with solid edging with blue upholstery setting off the wood tone perfectly. Warm air heating system is provided with outlets in each cabin and the down lighting provides a comfortable living environment.
ENGINE ROOM: accessed through the central wheelhouse gangway, the engine room has a 'treadplate' floor providing good service access.
COCKPIT AREA: accessed from the offset bulkhead door, the cockpit area has a central demountable table and seating against the rear bulkhead. The area is largely open with access to a flush lazarette hatch for additional storage and access to the fuel tanks. The area is self-draining. A stern door leads to a teak slatted platform with a swimming ladder and external shower facility.
Ladder access to the: FLY-DECK with stand-alone console and adjacent seating. Essential instruments and electronic duplication is provided and the angled gantry mast houses electronic antenna. A stylish spray screen follows the curvature of the forward part of the fly-deck. A tonneau cover rpotects thius area when not in use.
All deck surfaces have a simulated teak deck (TekDek) finish.
Deck
'Striker' bow-styled pulpit with teak platform
Lofrans electric windlass
Delta 20kg anchor + 10mm galv. chain (operation from both helm positions plus the foredeck)
Substantial bow roller and deck fittings including pop-up cleats
Stern Platform + Swimming Ladder
Owner Comments
'I have owned 'Blue Raider' since 2009 having sold my Lochin 333 which I owned for 5-6 years. I am certain that my decision to buy another Lochin was the right one particularly operating a vessel in my location in North Wales where sea conditions are a predominant influence on whether or not I use my boat. It breeds confidence in the knowledge that these craft are used extensively in commercial circles as pilot launches, etc..'
Broker Comments
' Blue Raider' is the complete package having a carfeully chosen inventory befitting a vessel that can be seriously used offshore. The sea-kindly nature of the Lochin hull - which is much used in commercial circles - is the product of 40 years' development and provides that confidence when 'going to sea' requires whether you are a seasoned professional or enthusiastic amateur. 'Blue Raider' has unique features which make her a comfortable cruiser in whichever dimension of the sport she is directed.'
