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: 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: 20 hp, water tube, LIFU style boiler
  • Designer: Alex Ritchie
  • Pressure: Tested to 414 PSI, Maximum working pressure 275 PSI, Double regulated to 180 PSI
  • Furnace: 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: Stainless steel boiler housing with ceramic insulation, stainless internal stack (removable), and removable aluminium outer stack.
  • Features: Float auto-regulated water level for the boiler, stainless steel engine pan, water tank, and hot well.

Engine:

  • Type: 15 HP Bellis reproduction compound engine (one of only four in existence worldwide)
  • Specifications: 2 3/8 X 5 1/2 X 5, purchased from Alec Ritchie, completed with a 10 pt Richie Lubricator.

Additional Features:

  • Deck: Teak flooring
  • Steering: Fore and aft hydraulic steering stations
  • Gearbox: Overdrive 1 to 1.5 (300 to 450 rpm) by Everett Engineering
  • Bilge Pump: Electric engine pan bilge pump
  • Alternator: For continuous charging (not installed)
  • Propeller: 24″ x 26″ Bruntons custom bronze steam three-blade propeller, designed by Alec Ritchie
  • Cover: Custom Sunbrella boat cover
  • Canopy: Custom half canopy (Sunbrella) supported by brass stanchions
  • Siren: Steam siren (brass)

Trailer:

  • Type: Custom-built Magnum 2 axle trailer, specifically built to Persephone’s needs
  • Brakes: Surge activated 4-wheel disc brakes

Specifications:

  • LOA: 28′ 0″
  • Beam: 6′ 1″
  • Draft: 2′ 6″
  • Displacement: 3500 lbs
  • Hull Model: Corn Bunting, designed by Selway Fisher, built in 2008 by Wash Kohnke at Ridgefield, WA, USA
  • Fit-Out: Completed in 2008 by the owner at Ridgefield, WA, USA
  • Construction: 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.

 

Call Direct! Colton Mork 503-730-0842

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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