Buyer’s Guide to 6 Trawlers Made for North Atlantic Crossings

Subscribe for more videos! A boat that looks salty and a boat that is salty are two different animals, and the showroom is full of the first kind. Flared bow, a stack, a little teak, a name with the word ocean in it — and underneath, a lightweight coastal hull with four hundred gallons of fuel and windows you could put a chair through. Nobody at that desk has ever had to explain themselves at three in the morning two hundred miles offshore. So here are six trawlers that have already made the crossing, counting down to the one I'd point at the North Atlantic myself. Full displacement hulls, real ballast, watertight bulkheads, range measured in thousands of miles — plus what each one actually sells for today, the honest catch on every hull, and the checks I'd make before writing anybody a deposit. 🛥 Boats in this video: DeFever 49 Pilothouse Hatteras 48 Long Range Cruiser Diesel Duck 462 Selene 47 Kadey-Krogen 48 North Sea Nordhavn 46 What we cover: Full displacement hulls, ballast and why a boat stands back up Watertight bulkheads, bulwarks and windows that keep the sea out Range: the math that turns weather into an inconvenience Paravanes vs active fins, and which one you can fix yourself Steel hulls, insurance, and the phone call to make before you offer Copyright Disclaimer This video may include copyrighted material used under the "fair use" principle for educational and informational purposes. Such use aims to provide commentary, analysis, or added value in compliance with Section 107 of U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used improperly, please contact me directly before pursuing any formal action. Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated. Safety Disclaimer These videos reflect my personal experience. They do not replace professional training. Always operate your boat in compliance with safety rules and maritime regulations. This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. All data presented is based on publicly available brokerage listings and market reports. This is not financial advice. Always conduct your own due diligence and hire a certified marine surveyor before purchasing any vessel. Market conditions vary by region and change over time.