Q Boats International Q Boat 26

XCommercial Work Boat/ Project
£4,995.00 (Approx US$6,342)
  • Boat REF#  ·  337606
  • Length  ·  7.90m
  • Year  ·  1981
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Planing
  • Sleeping berths  ·  2
  • Engine  ·  2 x diesel 165hp, Volvo AQAD 40 (1981)
  • Lying  ·  Neyland, Pembrokeshire
Boatshed Wales
Boatshed Wales
Mike de Graaf

Extra Details

Designer Horne Bros Ltd
Builder Q Boats International
Lying Neyland, Pembrokeshire
Fuel capacity 204.0 ltr (44.9 USG) Total - 2 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 2 x diesel 165hp
Engine make and model Volvo AQAD 40 (1981)
Engine Hours engine1= 3966
engine2= 2327
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering wheel
Drive out
Prop(s) 3 Blade Aluminium
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 20 knots
Max speed (approx) 35 knots

The Port engine is loosing oil- believed to be due to a failed sump pan.
Prior to loss of oil we believe the engine ran well and without issue.
Engine Serial Numbers-
Port- 22660
Starboard- 22677

Dimensions

Length 7.90m
Beam 2.80m
Headroom 2.00m
Storage Ashore

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Planing
Finish Paint finish

Accommodation

Total # of berths 2
No. of double berths 1
Cabin(s) 1
Heads 1 heads (Sea Toilet)

2 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Sink
Carpet

2 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Rode
Fenders

Electric windlass
1 anchors
50.00m of chain

Nav Equipment

Compass
VHF
Chart plotter
Navigation lights
Depth sounder

Safety Equipment

Fume detector
Horn

2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 electric)

Broker's Comments

Boatshed Wales is pleased to present for sale this Q Boats International Q 26 General Service Inspection Launch.

Originally commissioned by the Department of Agriculture & Fisheries for Scotland in July 1981, this boat has since been repurposed as a private leisure craft.

Built to rigorous commercial standards, Q Boats developed a line of vessels for fire-fighting, police, ambulance, fishing, surveying, crew transport, and piloting. All models were designed for exceptional seaworthiness, with robust stability, built-in buoyancy, high-speed performance, and shallow-draft capabilities.

Named "Skua," this vessel was designed as a General Service Vessel and features a large aft deck and a sturdy pilothouse with essential amenities, including a sink, cooker, sea toilet, and twin berths.

She is powered by twin Volvo AQAD 40 diesel engines and twin Volvo 280 stern drives, providing substantial power. While the port engine is operational, it is losing oil, likely due to a failed sump pan.

The boat requires some mechanical and cosmetic attention but provides a solid foundation for improvement.

The price reflects the work needed—a fantastic project with the potential for highly rewarding results.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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