Overview

This is a very unique, custom built vessel, designed by the owner. Modeled after the Northeastern lobster boats, it is able to handle rough seas but also great for just cruising. There is plenty of deck space for lounging or fishing.
It has a forward berth for two and a starboard side cabin for 1-2 people.Cracker Man is equipped with a Fuel Polishing System.Cracker Man also has Vetus Bow Thruster to help with docking.Since 1974,Provincial has been setting the standards for fiberglass boat construction.They have found from experience that when a boat is constructed with little or no wood,it requires less maintainance and has a higher resale value.Provincial boats are designed with strength and endurance in mind,while paying strict attention to the safety and comfort of the crew.

Descriptions

Engines
Total Power: 435
Cruising Speed: 8 to 15 knots

Engines & Genset
Cracker Man has a single Caterpillar 3208 with twin disc transmission (435hp) and a Kaboda genset 12.5kw with Stamford genset and Walter keel cooler. 1200 hours on engine and 600 hours on genset.

• 2 1/4 shaft w/ 32x32 propeller
• Duramax shaft seal
• Hydraulic steering (double ram)
• Oil pre-lube system
• Additional oil & fuel filters (gulf coast pass)
• Access to wheel without having to enter the water.
• 2 sea cocks - if one gets clogged, you have a backup.
• Freedom 2500 watt inverter with 100 amp charger.
• 2 additional chargers, 30 and 40 amps.

Bridge
The top bridge is accessible by ladder on both sides of stern. There is a waist high rail all the way around the bridge for safety. The wheel is centered with pedestal seat and electronics. It is an open design with no top cover. Cover was removed due to instability.

• Bottom helm has Furuno Radar 6kw
• Furuno Depth Sounder-FCV292
• Garmin GPS-172 chart plotter
• Robertson Simrad (AP 40) auto pilot

Hull
The Cracker Man hull was built by Provincial, in Canada. Lots of extra drains were included, due to the ice and snow in the north, to assure superior drainage. It was modeled after a northeastern lobster boat and was designed to handle very rough seas.

Decks
Cracker Man has more than ample storage, lockers and access ports in the stern hull.

• The rear deck has screened in panels to completely enclose the rear cockpit.
• There is an extremely large live well in the center of the rear deck.
• The front bow pulpit has an EZ Anchor Puller - 12 volt.

Salon
The salon is basic but comfortable with a settee, CD player and TV. The settee is on the port side as you walk in, with the galley on the starboard side, all on one level. There is engine access through a hatch in the middle of the salon.

Galley
Cracker Man's galley runs down the starboard side on the same level as the salon. There is ample equipment for either a short cruise or a week at sea.

• Force 10 stainless steel gimbled 3 burner stove w/ oven and broiler
• Stainless steel single sink
• Norcold DE/EV-561 fridge w/ freezer (7 cubic ft. 12v/110v)

Sleeping cabins, heads, & storage
The forward berth accomodates two, with storage lockers. The starboard cabin can accomodate 1-2 with storage. There is a single head on board (Raritan Electric Head) with single sink and shower.

Heat and A/C
Cracker Man has 2 Ocean Marine AC & Heat units (16,000 & 9,000 BTU).

Brokers Comments
Cracker Man is an ideal boat for extended fishing trips or short term cruising. The designer added lots of bells and whistles to make this a very unique boat. For example, access to prop without entering the water, extra drainage for ice and snow melt, extra seacocks for the engines, fuel polishing system, oil pre-lube system, etc...

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.