SOLD! By Colton Mork
503-730-0842
2008 Custom Open Steam Launch
Price
$80,000
Length
28 ft
Builder
Custom
Steam Launch Persephone For Sale
Description:Â Embark on a journey through time aboard the exquisite Steam Launch Persephone, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance. This 28-foot Selway Fisher designed open steam launch, meticulously built by Wash Kohnke in 2008, boasts a hull and interior fittings of solid Honduras Mahogany, offering both beauty and durability.
Boiler:
- Type:Â 20 hp, water tube, LIFU style boiler
- Designer:Â Alex Ritchie
- Pressure:Â Tested to 414 PSI, Maximum working pressure 275 PSI, Double regulated to 180 PSI
- Furnace:Â Nuway forced air double regulated diesel fuel, powered by two North Star batteries with an inverter providing 110 volts. The fire burns smokeless, ensuring a clean and efficient operation.
- Construction:Â Stainless steel boiler housing with ceramic insulation, stainless internal stack (removable), and removable aluminium outer stack.
- Features:Â Float auto-regulated water level for the boiler, stainless steel engine pan, water tank, and hot well.
Engine:
- Type:Â 15 HP Bellis reproduction compound engine (one of only four in existence worldwide)
- Specifications:Â 2 3/8 X 5 1/2 X 5, purchased from Alec Ritchie, completed with a 10 pt Richie Lubricator.
Additional Features:
- Deck:Â Teak flooring
- Steering:Â Fore and aft hydraulic steering stations
- Gearbox:Â Overdrive 1 to 1.5 (300 to 450 rpm) by Everett Engineering
- Bilge Pump:Â Electric engine pan bilge pump
- Alternator:Â For continuous charging (not installed)
- Propeller: 24″ x 26″ Bruntons custom bronze steam three-blade propeller, designed by Alec Ritchie
- Cover:Â Custom Sunbrella boat cover
- Canopy:Â Custom half canopy (Sunbrella) supported by brass stanchions
- Siren:Â Steam siren (brass)
Trailer:
- Type: Custom-built Magnum 2 axle trailer, specifically built to Persephone’s needs
- Brakes:Â Surge activated 4-wheel disc brakes
Specifications:
- LOA: 28′ 0″
- Beam: 6′ 1″
- Draft: 2′ 6″
- Displacement:Â 3500 lbs
- Hull Model:Â Corn Bunting, designed by Selway Fisher, built in 2008 by Wash Kohnke at Ridgefield, WA, USA
- Fit-Out:Â Completed in 2008 by the owner at Ridgefield, WA, USA
- Construction:Â 18mm mahogany strip plank with bronze fastened Honduras Mahogany, inner keel and bilge stringers made of Douglas Fir
Inspired by the classic designs of Amaryllis and Dixon Kemp, Persephone embodies a blend of historical charm and modern functionality. This vessel is perfect for the discerning enthusiast who appreciates the grace and beauty of traditional steam launches.
Please contact Colton Mork at [email protected] or 503-730-0842 for more information.
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Vessel Year:
2008
Engine Type:
diesel
Engine Mfg:
1 Bellis
Engine Model:
reproduction compound engine
Horsepower:
15|horsepower
Engine Hours:
| Hrs
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