Van De Stadt 33 Noordzee

The Van de Stadt 33 Noordzee is a classic steel sailing yacht, designed by E. G. van de Stadt and built in 1968 by Shipyard De Delta (VD Torre). This vessel has a sleek line and boasts excellent sailing characteristics. With an S-shaped hull, continuous keel, and spade rudder, this yacht offers stability and seaworthiness, suitable for both inland waters and seas.

Dimensions and Material

This sailing yacht has the following specifications:

• Length: 9.85 meters
• Width: 2.85 meters
• Draft: 1.75 meters
• Air Draft: 14.20 meters
• Interior Headroom: 1.90 meters
• Material: Steel
• Weight: 6,500 kg

Interior and Comfort

Onboard, there is space for four crew members, with two fixed berths in the main cabin. The current layout allows these two beds to be converted into a double cross bed. The galley is equipped with:

• Gimballed alcohol stove
• Sink with foot pump
• Two water tanks with a total capacity of 110 liters

For sanitary facilities, there is a manual toilet with direct discharge to open water. Additionally, there is a detachable swim ladder for extra convenience.

Engine and Technology

Propulsion is provided by a Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine with a power of 30 hp. This three-cylinder engine, built in 2004, has approximately 1,000 operating hours and is started electrically. The fuel tank has a capacity of 110 liters. The ship is equipped with:

• 30W solar panel
• 12V electrical system
• One 100Ah battery

The available instruments include an oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, and tachometer.

Sailing Equipment and Deck

The sailing equipment consists of one aluminum mast and five sails:

• Mainsail
• Furling genoa
• Drifter (balloon jib)
• Spinnaker
• Storm jib that can be attached over the furling jib

The foresail is equipped with a furling system for easy reefing and rolling. The deck equipment includes:

• Sprayhood
• Pulpit and pushpit
• Guardrail
• Fenders with lines

For anchoring equipment, there is an anchor with chain and line available.

Navigation and Safety

For navigation, there are various aids on board, including:

• Depth sounder
• Sestrel Moore compass
• Fixed Garmin GPS
• Sailor VHF radio

The ship is equipped with a lifebuoy, a manual bilge pump, and a self-draining cockpit. The included Plastimo 6-person life raft was last inspected in 2018 and needs to be re-inspected.

History and Maintenance

This ship has served faithfully for the past 30 years and has been used for pleasure cruising, vacations, and longer trips to places such as Helgoland, the German Wadden Sea, the Baltic Sea, and southern England. The last antifouling treatment took place in 2023, and the ship is currently on the hard. The underside has been primed, and the current owner will apply a new antifouling layer before the sale.

The Van de Stadt 33 Noordzee is a classic, steel sailing yacht with a rich history and proven seaworthiness. This ship is ideal for adventurous sailors looking for a solid and reliable vessel with character.