Hallberg-Rassy 53
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Hallberg-Rassy 53 2002
Hallberg Rassy 53 for sale 2002 | 3 Cabin Version | VAT unpaid
Great Opportunity | 15% discount
Hallberg Rassy 53 for sale 2002 – a well-maintained and seaworthy offshore cruising yacht in good condition. Designed by German Frers and built to Hallberg‑Rassy standards, she offers a comfortable and practical layout for extended cruising, featuring solid systems and a long list of equipment and spares.
Very well equipped (Radar, Watermaker, Generator, Inverter, Tender...)
Specifications:
- Barca: Hallberg Rassy 53
- Year: 2002
- Designer German Frers
- Length: 16,44 m / 53'-11"
- Width: 4.64 m / 15'-3"
- Draft 2.29 m / 7'-6"
- Gross tonnage: 34 GRT
- Net tonnage: 31 GRT
- Displacement 23,000 kg / 50,706 lbs
- Engine: Volvo Penta TAMD 41H-B, 107 kW / 145 HP
- Transmission: Volvo Penta HS45A-A, Reduction ratio 2.43
- Generator: Panda 1000i PMS 230/50Hz – Z602
- Bid Caribe L-11 Arctic Grey Inflatable Boat
- Outboard Yamaha 15FMHS (with fuel tank)
- Tree height (out of the water, without antenna): 22.4 m / 73'-6"
- Fuel capacity: 780 liters / 206 gal
- Water capacity: 1.020 liters / 269.5 gal
Arrangement and Layout:
- 3 cabins and 2 bathrooms
- Mahogany interior with louvered doors
- Bookshelf aft of the chart table
- Walk-through kitchen on the left side with Corian countertops, large refrigerator and freezer, 3-burner gas stove with oven, stainless steel double-bowl sink, microwave
- Pots, cutlery, plates and glasses included
- Foul-weather gear locker next to the chart table
- Custom mattresses, bed sheets, blankets and duvet; lee cloths on all berths and saloon sofas
- Insect screens for all hatches
Deck, Rigging and Sails:
- Mast with hydraulic in-furling system and genoa; cutter stay with Selden manual furler
- Profile on the mast for the inner forestay; hardtop with laid teak on the roof
- Vele Elvstrom: new mainsail with vertical battens (2022), genoa (2022), staysail, cruising spinnaker (178 sqm) and spinnaker sock
- Spinnaker pole on the mast, integrated preventer on the boom
- Teak deck refurbished and re-sealed (28/03/2020)
Electrical system and power supply:
- Four Solbian Flex SP118Q 24V solar panels on the hardtop (new panels 8/26/2021)
- Gel batteries: 24V – 420 Ah and 12V – 120 Ah; new Bosch 140 Ah 24V batteries (13/09/2024)
- 24V 100A alternator; Mastervolt charging systems and inverters (Mastervolt MASS battery charger, Mastervolt IVO Smart battery charger, Mastervolt Mass Sine 24/2500 inverter)
- DCC 4000 battery control unit for 24V and 12V at the chart table
- Wiring for 230V, 120V, 24V and 12V throughout the boat; US socket for 230V; additional 230V socket
- Raytheon speed/wind/depth instruments, Raynav GPS at the chart table, Raymarine RL 82C radar
- Navtex Furuno NX‑300/E; SSB ICOM IC‑M710 RT; VHF ICOM (bridge and portable)
- NMEA interface box; DSC-Pacific antenna; LaCrosse weather station
Comfort and on-board facilities:
- Air conditioning – Climma Veco Compact (saloon) and Climma Veco Split (stern)
- Caframo fans throughout the boat; Pioneer stereo and TV/DVD in the saloon; cockpit speakers
- Shower on the aft deck and cockpit shower; deck wash pump; cockpit cushions
- Two waste water tanks (70 litres each); two electric toilets
- 10 HP bow thruster; Gori three-blade propeller (spare fixed blade)
- Hydraulic backstay and vang with Navtec panel; Navtec hydraulic systems and fittings
- Crane for tender, gangway with accessories, folding swimming ladder, and bow ladder
- Liferaft – Autoflug 8 persons
Inventory and extras:
- Wide range of spare parts and tools; pilot books (Norway-Turkey, Atlantic crossing, Caribbean)
- Complete medical kit; fishing rods, snorkeling equipment and games
- BBQ Magma Catalina; full boat cover; custom sunshade and bimini with stainless steel frame; painted cockpit bulkheads and chart table
- More anchor equipment: 100 m 12 mm stainless steel chain, anchor snubber, Banner Bay anchor sail
- Many practical extras including oil change pump, insulated backstay, ST-80 cockpit compass, cockpit cover, and more
Recent interventions/updates:
- Refurbished teak deck and replaced caulking (03/28/2020)
- New Solbian solar panels (08/26/2021)
- New sofa upholstery in the living room (10/02/2022)
- New Spectra Newport 1000C watermaker installed (05/10/2022)
- New Elvstrom mainsail and genoa (12/05/2022)
- New carpet throughout the boat (08/20/2023)
- New cockpit cushions (09/01/2023)
- New Bosch 140 Ah 24V batteries (13/09/2024)
This Hallberg Rassy 53 for sale 2002 It has been kept in good condition with regular updates and a full inventory supporting long-range cruising. If you would like further photos, a condition report on the boat, or to arrange a viewing, we can help coordinate the next steps, please contact us.
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Datasheet
General data
| Construction site | Hallberg-Rassy |
|---|---|
| Model | 53 |
| Year | 2002 |
| Location | Leros, Greece |
| Condition | Used |
| Category | Sailboat |
| Designer | German Frers |
| Hull material | Fiberglass (GRP) |
| VAT | Unpaid VAT |
Dimensions and capacity
| Length overall | 16.44 m |
|---|---|
| Width | 4.64 m |
| Cabin | 3 |
| Fuel tank | 780 L |
| Water tank | 1020 L |
| black water tank | 70 L |
Motorization
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
|---|---|
| Model | TAMD 41H-B |
| Type | Inboard |
| Engine hours | 3800 |
| Potenza | 145 hp |
| Nutrition | Diesel |
| Elica | 3 Blade |
Fittings and equipment
Electronics
- AIS
- Autopilot
- Cockpit speakers
- Echo sounder
- DVD player
- GPS
- Navigation center
- Plotter
- Radar
- Radio
- TV
- VHF
- Wind station
Sails
- furling genoa
- Roll-up mainsail
- Spinnaker
Interior Features
- Battery charger
- Bow thruster
- Freezer
- electric toilet
- Desalinator
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Electrical system
- Generator
- Inverter
- Shore power connection
External equipment / extras
- Gruette
- Life raft
- Outboard Motor Mount
- Bathroom ladder
- Tender
Coverages
- Bimini
- Hardtop
What to Check Before Buying
- Standing rigging and sailsCheck the condition of the standing and running rigging, the wear on the sails, and the date of the last inspection.
- Engine and MaintenanceCheck the motorcycle's mileage, service history, and the overall condition of the engine and its systems.
- SeacocksInspect the sea cocks, valves, and the condition of the pipes, which are essential for safe navigation.
- Hull and RudderAssess the condition of the hull, the possible presence of osmosis, and the rudder play.
- On-board systemsCheck the efficiency of the electrical, plumbing, and gas systems, as well as the navigation instruments.
- Expertise and sea trialEntrust a complete appraisal to an independent surveyor and, if possible, carry out a sea trial.
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Frequently asked questions about the Hallberg-Rassy 53
Which engine does this model have?
This model is equipped with 1 x Volvo Penta TAMD 41H-B 145 hp (diesel). Declared engine hours: 3800.
How long is this Hallberg-Rassy 53?
The length overall is 16.44 m, with a beam of 4.64 m.
How many cabins does this model have?
This model has 3 cabins.
Is the VAT paid?
Tax status declared by seller: VAT unpaid.
Where can this boat be visited?
The boat is located in Leros, Greece and can be visited by appointment. Fill out the form on this page to arrange a visit on board.
What do you need to check before buying?
Documented engine and maintenance, seacocks, hull and rudder, onboard systems, standing rigging and sails. We always recommend an independent survey and, if possible, a sea trial.
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The data for this vessel are provided in good faith, but their accuracy is not guaranteed, nor is the condition of the vessel. The buyer is advised to have their agents or surveyors verify the data they wish to have validated. The vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from the market without notice.