1976 Bertram 42 Convertible Sportfish — Technical SpecificationsDIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
LOA: 42 ft 6 in (approx.)
Beam: 14 ft 10 in
Draft: Approx. 4 ft
Approx. Dry Weight: ~39,000–40,000 lbs (varies with equipment†)
†Note: weight can vary depending on refit condition, gear, fuel, water.
HULL & STRUCTURE
Hull Type: Modified deep-V hull with hard chines
Hull Material: Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP)
Bottom Paint/Hull Inspection: June 2014
Shaft Logs: New
Cutlass Bearings: New
Shaft Seals: Dripless
Propellers: Four-blade, reconditioned
PROPULSION
Main Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 6V92, turbocharged & aftercooled — rebuilt 2014
Engine Configuration: Inboard diesel, shaft drive
Reduction Gears: ZF Marine 2.0:1
Electronic Engine Controls: New
PERFORMANCE (Typical for Bertram 42 with 6V92 Engines)
Note: Actual performance depends on load, engine tuning, prop pitch, hull condition.
Cruising Speed: ~20–23 knots ◆
Top Speed: ~28–30+ knots ◆
Reports on similar 6V92 installations cite cruising 22–23 knots and top speeds near 30 knots.
FUEL SYSTEM & RANGE
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tank Capacity: (Verify with vessel owner/shipyard — not yet provided)
Typical Bertram 42 capacity range: ~450–720 gallons dependent on refit and tank configuration (two tanks common).
Estimated Range: ~300–400 nautical miles (approximate) at cruising speed
Based on reported figures for similar Bertram 42 Convertibles (~400 miles) on appropriately sized tanks.
FUEL BURN (Estimated — Twin 6V92)
Fuel burn for Detroit 6V92 diesels varies with RPM and load:
At hull-speed trolling (~7–8 kt): ~2.2–2.5 GPH per engine at idle/low load.
Cruise RPM: ~40–50 GPH combined (approximate) under typical cruise conditions.
At or near wide-open throttle: Higher burn expected but not well documented without sea trial data.
These figures are representative estimates based on owner forums and should be validated with sea trial and engine gauges.
GENERATORS
Generator: Westerbeke 15 kW
AC Power: Standard distribution throughout vessel
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
House Batteries: (3) Group 31 sealed (2014)
Inverter: Outback VFX3524M
Battery Charger: ProMariner ProTech 12.40 Plus
NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
Autopilot: Garmin GHC-10
Radar: Furuno
Depth Sounder: Furuno
VHF Radio: Standard Horizon w/ AIS
VHF Backup: Icom IC-M504
Night Vision: Hot Eye Night Vision System
Tank Monitoring: Series Tank Systems
INTERIOR / ACCOMMODATIONS
Cabin Joinery: Custom mahogany-finish cabinetry
Interior Upgrades: New soft goods, headliner, and carpet
Layout: Main salon with galley, forward and mid berths
Galley:
3-burner stove
Oven
Full refrigerator
SAFETY & MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
Life Jackets: (5) Type III, (3) Type I
Throwable: Type IV ring buoy
Fire Safety: Engine room fire suppression system
Compass: Ritchie
ANCHORING & DECK EQUIPMENT
Anchor: 30 kg stainless Bruce anchor with chain and rode
Bow Pulpit: Stainless steel
Lifelines: Single-rail
Approximately ten years ago, while maneuvering near its current moorage, the vessel was involved in an incident in which it contacted the jetty. As a result, the boat sustained a significant hull breach.
The vessel was immediately removed from the water and transported to RV Pro, a well-known marine repair facility, where a comprehensive professional restoration was undertaken. Over $150,000 was invested in structural repair and rebuilding of the affected areas. The work included extensive fiberglass reconstruction and restoration to return the vessel to proper structural integrity and operational condition.
Following completion of the repairs, the vessel was returned to service and has continued its life as a fishing platform.
This information is being disclosed in the spirit of full transparency so that prospective buyers are fully informed. Buyers are encouraged to perform any inspections they deem appropriate, including haul-out and survey, to verify the vessel’s current condition and confirm the quality of the repairs.
Additional details regarding the repair history can be discussed with the listing broker.
