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LITTLE HARBOR - 60 - For Sale

Built by LITTLE HARBOR, the60is a refinedsailing yachtpositioned among premiumcruising sailboats. Designed inside and out by Ted Hood, it pairs a centerboard configuration with a robustfiberglass and plastichull, delivering confident passages at an 8-knot cruise and up to 9 knots max. Represented internationally by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a 60

Choose the 60if you value a Ted Hood–designed platform with genuine cruising comfort for up to eight guests. Its centerboard setup provides a wide draft range for varied waters, while the single Perkins diesel keeps operation simple. For buyers seeking a capablecruising sailboatwith balanced performance and liveaboard amenities, this model stands out.

Features of the Model

Ted Hood hull and interior design for cohesive performance and ergonomics

Centerboard configuration for versatile draft management

Single inboard Perkins diesel for efficient propulsion

Accommodation for up to 8 with 3 heads for extended cruising

Deck finished in fiberglass for durability and easy upkeep

Hull in fiberglass and plasticconstruction

Technical Specifications

Length overall (LOA): 61 ft (18.67 m)

Beam: 16 ft (4.93 m)

Draft range: 17.498–40.19 ft (5.3333–12.25 m)

Cruising speed: 8 kn (9.21 mph)

Maximum speed: 9 kn (10.36 mph)

Engines: 1 × Perkins, Inboard, Diesel

Hull configuration: Centerboard

Hull material: fiberglass and plastic

Deck material: Fiberglass

Hull designer: Ted Hood

Interior designer: Ted Hood

Accommodations: Up to 8

Heads: 3

Fresh water capacity: 480 gal

Fuel capacity: 475 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to schedule a private viewing of the 60byLITTLE HARBOR, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will guide you through specifications, survey coordination, and closing for this distinguishedsailing yacht.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is the draft of the 60and how versatile is it? A: The60uses a centerboard with adraft rangeof 17.498–40.19 ft (5.3333–12.25 m). Thiscenterboardversatility supports varied cruising grounds.

Q: Who designed the boat and what does that mean for performance? A: Both hull and interior were by Ted Hood. This unified designapproach supports balanced handling and efficient cruising typical of a capablecruising sailboat.

Q: What engine does it have and how fast can it go? A: Power is a single Perkins inboard diesel. Expect acruising speedof 8 kn (9.21 mph) and amaximum speedof 9 kn (10.36 mph).

Q: How many people can it accommodate and what are the capacities? A: Accommodationsare for up to 8 with3 heads.Capacitiesinclude 480 gal of fresh water and 475 gal of fuel.

Q: What is the hull made of and how is the deck finished? A: The hull is in fiberglass and plasticconstruction, and thedeck materialis fiberglass—practical for a premiumsailing yachtbyLITTLE HARBOR.

Owner Experience Review

Owners choose the LITTLE HARBOR60for blue‑water passagemaking and even offshore racing entries, with documented Newport–Bermuda appearances confirming real‑world capability. Underway it is a heavy‑displacement, sea‑kindly platform designed for comfort and stability in weather, cruising near its ≈9.26‑kt theoretical hull speed offshore while feeling less lively in very light airs than modern lighter designs. The shoal‑draft centerboard (minimum draft around 6.0 ft) is a practical advantage for places like the Bahamas and Chesapeake without giving up passage range.

On board, owners point to high‑end joinery, roomy “yacht‑style” interiors, and flexible multi‑stateroom layouts with a generous salon/galley suited to liveaboard cruising. Systems such as large winches, hydraulics, and in‑mast gear are set up for owner/couple short‑handed operation rather than stripped racing ergonomics, and some refits add owner‑centric touches like a private aft cockpit, reworked teak decks, and upgraded electronics. Well‑kept one‑owner boats used as show/refit examples (e.g., a 1996 one‑owner refit history) illustrate how these yachts are often cared for.

Maintenance expectations are real: hydraulic furling, vang/backstay and powered winches need periodic service as seals age; the centerboard/keel mechanism benefits from regular inspection for wear and packing/seal issues; and older builds may face deck/core fastener aging that drives comprehensive refits. Typical refit scopes have included mast out, stripped and repainted spars, full standing/running rigging renewal, and rebuilt furlers, while at least one owner noted a long‑lasting original bottom on a LITTLE HARBOR60hull.

Pros and Cons

Sea‑kindly heavy‑displacement ride provides comfort and stability in offshore conditions.

Shoal‑draft centerboard (about 6.0 ft minimum) opens up cruising grounds like the Bahamas and Chesapeake.

High‑end interiors and hydraulic sail‑handling systems suit comfortable owner/couple cruising.

Less responsive in very light airs compared with modern lighter designs.

Hydraulic systems and in‑mast gear require periodic service as components and seals age.

Centerboard/keel mechanisms and aging deck/core fasteners on older builds need regular inspection and refit planning.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
60	61' 0" (18.67 m)	16' 0" (4.93 m)	17' 6" (5.33 m) – 40' 2" (12.25 m)	8 kn / 9 kn	-
46	46' 0" (14.02 m)	13' 0" (4.17 m)	16' 11" (5.17 m) – 34' 12" (10.67 m)	-	-
38 Whisper Jet	38' 0" (11.58 m)	12' 0" (3.81 m)	6' 0" (1.83 m)	25 kn / 35 kn	-
Aft Cockpit LH42	42' 0" (12.80 m)	13' 0" (3.99 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m)	6.5 kn / 7 kn	-
44 WhisperJet	44' 0" (13.41 m)	13' 0" (4.14 m)	8' 2" (2.50 m)	22 kn / 24 kn	12.5
38 CB	38' 0" (11.58 m)	12' 0" (3.63 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m)	-	-
44	44' 0" (13.51 m)	13' 0" (4.17 m)	16' 5" (5 m) – 33' 4" (10.17 m)	7 kn / 7.75 kn	13.7
54	53' 0" (16.28 m)	15' 0" (4.57 m)	19' 8" (6 m) – 39' 4" (12 m)	-	22.3
63 Ketch	63' 0" (19.46 m)	17' 0" (5.26 m)	21' 1" (6.42 m) – 41' 0" (12.50 m)	-	35