EMANCIPATOR - Cruiser - For Sale

Crafted by EMANCIPATOR, theCruiseris a compactmotor yachtin thecruiser segmentwith a classicwooden hull. At 27 ft LOA and 11 ft beam, it blends nimble performance with cozy accommodation for two. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov are ready to guide you in selecting and acquiring this model.

Selecting a Cruiser

If you value a traditional aesthetic, a woodenbuild, and confident performance, theCruiserstands out. Twin inboard Sea Max engines deliver up to 40 knots, while the hull and deck (Wood) suit owners seeking a distinctivemotor yachtin thecruiser class. Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales can help align your timelines and expectations with current availability.

Features of the Model

• A motor yachtdesigned for thecruiser class
• Traditional woodenhull; deck material: Wood
• LOA: 27 ft (8.23 m); Beam: 11 ft (3.48 m)
• Draft (min): 9.843 ft (3 m)
• Max speed: 40 kn (46.03 mph)
• Propulsion: 2 x Sea Max, Inboard
• Accommodation: up to 2

Technical Specifications

• Builder: EMANCIPATOR
• Model: Cruiser
• Category: motor yacht; Subcategory:cruisers; Hull category:wooden yachts
• LOA: 27 ft (8.23 m)
• Beam: 11 ft (3.48 m)
• Draft (min): 9.843 ft (3 m)
• Engines: 2 x Sea Max, Inboard
• Speed (max): 40 kn (46.03 mph)
• Deck material: Wood
• Accommodation: 2

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and next delivery windows for the Cruiser, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team can coordinate inspections and guide you through documentation and closing specific to amotor yachtin thecruiser segmentwith awooden hull.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is the exact type of the Cruiser?
A: It is a motor yachtpositioned in thecruiser classsegment with awooden hull.

Q: What is the max speed?
A: The Cruiserreaches amaximum speed of 40 kn (46.03 mph).

Q: How is it powered?
A: It has 2Sea Maxinboardengines, providing confident propulsion for thismotor yacht.

Q: What are the principal dimensions?
A: LOAis 27 ft (8.23 m),beamis 11 ft (3.48 m), anddraft (min)is 9.843 ft (3 m).

Q: How many can sleep aboard and who helps with purchase?
A: Accommodationis for 2. For acquisition and paperwork, contactAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor concierge-level brokerage support.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the CruiserfromEMANCIPATORfor day and family cruising, thanks to its generous open, walkaround cockpit with seating for 6–10. It also appeals to classic‑boat collectors, with documented full restorations by specialist yards; extensive frame and hull work on surviving examples has rebuilt stiffness and can improve sea‑keeping versus unrestored originals.

On the water, brokers and a restoration yard describe a confident, spirited feel. A documented 1956 twin‑inboard example (twin 350 CI Sea Max) is reported to cruise comfortably above 30 knots and top out beyond 40 knots, while the very wide beam (about 11.5 feet) contributes to cockpit volume, stability, and straight‑line comfort in moderate chop.

For short overnights or weekend hops, listings for a restored 27‑foot example note two staterooms and a classic mahogany/strip‑plank interior—high on aesthetic appeal, with modest spaces. As a plank‑on‑frame wooden boat (often epoxy‑sheathed in restoration), it demands periodic varnish/epoxy care and careful bilge/wet‑area management. Given EMANCIPATOR’s small mid‑century production and limited factory support, original parts are scarce; engine work and repowers are common, and buyers should plan for conventional 1950s inboard access, higher survey costs, and specialized wooden‑hull workmanship.

Pros and Cons

• Roomy open, walkaround cockpit with seating for 6–10 suits day cruising and entertaining.
• Very wide beam (~11.5') delivers stability, space, and straight‑line comfort in moderate chop.
• Documented twin‑inboard example shows a confident, spirited ride with a comfortable 30+ kt cruise and >40 kt top end.
• Plank‑on‑frame mahogany hull and varnished brightwork demand regular varnish/epoxy upkeep and diligent bilge care.
• Limited factory support and scarce original parts from a small mid‑century builder require custom solutions.
• Surveys, restoration, and repower work tend to be involved and budget‑intensive due to specialized wooden‑hull workmanship.

Comparison with Other Models