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- Beam: 16' 5''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
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Cheoy Lee 52 Ketch Motorsailer is a highly respected long-range cruising yacht designed by renowned Dutch naval architect Pieter Beeldsnijder and built by the prestigious Cheoy Lee Shipyard in Hong Kong to Lloyds Class 100 standards. Combining the comfort, carrying capacity and security of a displacement motor yacht with the economy and versatility of sail, the Cheoy Lee 52 has developed an enviable reputation amongst serious cruising owners worldwide.
KA HALE KAI is a particularly well-equipped and extensively upgraded example that has benefitted from careful ownership and continuous investment. Her spacious wheelhouse, generous accommodation, substantial tankage and twin Ford Lehman diesel engines make her ideally suited to extended Mediterranean cruising or comfortable liveaboard use.
Recent improvements include new standing rigging, rebuilt furling systems, rebuilt hydraulic steering, rebuilt anchor windlass, Brunton Autoprop variable pitch propellers, replacement upholstery throughout much of the interior, upgraded sanitation systems and significant engine and charging system improvements. With comprehensive navigation equipment, diesel heating, generator, solar charging and an extensive inventory of cruising spares and equipment, she offers an impressive level of self-sufficiency for extended periods afloat.
Built for comfort, reliability and offshore capability, KA HALE KAI represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a proven blue water cruising yacht that is ready to continue exploring with her next owners.
Highlights:
• Designed by Pieter Beeldsnijder
• Built to Lloyds Class 100 standards
• Twin Ford Lehman 120hp diesel engines
• Bow thruster
• Cummins Onan 9kW generator
• New Standing Rigging (2026)
• Rebuilt Hyde Streamstay furling system (2025)
• Rebuilt hydraulic steering system (2024)
• Rebuilt anchor windlass (2023)
• Brunton H9 Autoprop variable pitch propellers (2022)
• New interior upholstery (2024/2025)
• Extensive solar charging systems
• Four-zone diesel heating system
• Comprehensive navigation package
• Caribe RIB with Yamaha outboards
• Proven long-range cruising capability
BROKER'S REMARKS
KA HALE KAI is an impressive example of the highly regarded Cheoy Lee 52 Ketch Motorsailer, a design renowned for its robust construction, comfortable motion at sea and exceptional cruising capability. Built to Lloyds Class standards and benefitting from extensive recent investment, she presents as a reassuring and capable cruising yacht for owners seeking comfort, reliability and ease of ownership.
Her spacious wheelhouse, generous accommodation and substantial tankage make her particularly well suited to Mediterranean cruising with family and friends. The private aft owner's cabin, comfortable saloon and sheltered deck spaces provide excellent comfort both underway and at anchor, whilst the protected wheelhouse offers a welcoming space during longer passages.
Recent upgrades including new standing rigging, rebuilt steering and windlass systems, new upholstery, upgraded sanitation systems and Brunton Autoprop propellers provide confidence for her next owners and help minimise future expenditure.
Presented in good condition and maintained to a high standard, KA HALE KAI is ready for the season ahead and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a proven cruising yacht with genuine long-range capability.
Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Network Yacht Brokers Lefkas.
Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.
CONSTRUCTION
• Hand-laid GRP hull construction
• GRP superstructure
• Long keel integral with hull moulding
• White painted topsides
• GRP deck with painted non-slip finish
• Timber capped bulwarks
• Aluminium framed safety glass windows
• Opening portlights
• Stainless steel davits
• Folding boarding ladder
• Bow thruster tunnel
• White painted aluminium masts and spars
DIMENSIONS
• Length Overall (LOA): 15.77m (51ft 9in)
• Length Waterline (LWL): 13.74m (45ft 1in)
• Beam: 5.00m (16ft 5in)
• Draft: 1.70m (5ft 7in)
• Displacement: 30,754kg
MECHANICAL
• Twin Ford Lehman 2751E diesel engines
• 120hp each
• Naturally aspirated
• Twin Velvet Drive CR2 gearboxes
• Morse engine controls
• Teleflex hydraulic steering system
• Bow thruster
• Twin stainless steel propeller shafts
• Traditional stuffing box shaft seals
• Brunton H9 Autoprop variable pitch propellers (2022)
• Hydraulic steering cylinders rebuilt (2024)
• Steering pump rebuilt (2025)
• Starboard heat exchanger replaced (2022)
• Port oil heat exchanger replaced (2022)
• Starboard cylinder head skimmed and valves renewed (2021)
• Starboard fuel return line replaced (2024)
• Port gearbox clutch plates replaced (2024)
• Regular oil analysis programme
Generator
• Cummins Onan 9kW generator
PERFORMANCE
• Economical long-range cruising design
• Comfortable displacement hull form
• Efficient motor sailing capability
• Twin-engine manoeuvrability
• Excellent offshore cruising pedigree
TANKAGE
Fuel
• Approx. 4,543 litres in three tanks
Fresh Water
• Approx. 2,271 litres in two tanks
Holding Tanks
• Approx. 189 litres
• Approx. 76 litres
ELECTRICAL
• 12V and 24V electrical systems
• Engine alternator charging
• Shore power system
• 240V to 120V transformer
• Cummins Onan 9kW generator
• 4 x 12V solar panels
• 4 x 24V solar panels
• Solarmate solar controller (24V)
• MPPT solar controller (12V)
• ProNautic 12-40P battery charger
• 2 x Powermax PM4-74LK battery chargers
• Xantrex 12/24 Echo charger
• Sterling Power regulator (24V)
• Victron 100A isolation switch
• 8 x 6V batteries for 12V house bank
• 8 x 6V batteries for 24V house bank
• 2 x 12V 120Ah engine start batteries
• AC and DC distribution panels
RIGGING
• Ketch rig
• Twin deck-stepped aluminium masts
• Double spreader main mast
• Single spreader mizzen mast
• Hyde Streamstay One furling system (rebuilt 2025)
• Stainless steel standing rigging (2026)
• Bronze rigging screws
• Alloy booms
• Spare STA-LOK rigging terminals included
Winches
• Primary two-speed sheet winches
• Mast-mounted halyard winches
• Three Milwaukee electric winch handles
SAILS
• Roller furling headsail
• Roller furling mainsail
• Roller furling mizzen sail
• Hood MPS asymmetric spinnaker
• Spinnaker
NAVIGATION
• Sestrel compass
• Hand bearing compass
• ICOM IC-M604 DSC VHF radio
• ICOM IC-M59 VHF radio
• ICOM IC-M802 SSB radio
• Raymarine ST40 wind instrument
• Raymarine ST40 depth instrument
• Raymarine autopilot
• Northstar AP380 autopilot
• Standard Horizon chartplotter
• Furuno 1832 radar (32nm)
• Furuno 1731 radar (24nm)
• Navigation lights
• Anchor light
• Steaming light
• Tayama sextant with HO249 tables
DECK
• Wide side decks
• Stainless steel pulpit
• Stainless steel pushpit
• Stainless steel guardrails
• Stainless steel cleats
• Genoa tracks
• Mainsheet traveller
• Grab rails
• Bow rollers
• Toughened glass wheelhouse windows
• Opening deck hatches
• Opening portlights
• Self-draining cockpit
• Stainless steel transom davits
• Folding boarding ladder
• East Greenwich Ideal electric anchor windlass (rebuilt 2023)
Ground Tackle
• Mantus 125lb M1 anchor
• 100m of 10mm galvanised chain
• Anchor swivel
• CQR anchor with rode
• Stockless Navy anchor
• Danforth anchor
• Fisherman anchor
SAFETY
• Zodiac six-person liferaft
• ACR RapidFix 406 EPIRB
• Lifejackets
• Lifesling
• Emergency tiller
• Three electric bilge pumps with float switches
• Fire extinguishers
• Engine room fire blanket
• Galley fire blanket
• Smoke detectors
• First aid kit
• Wooden emergency bungs
ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation offers excellent volume for extended cruising and comfortable living aboard. Finished in traditional timber joinery, the interior provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, whilst large wheelhouse windows allow plenty of natural light throughout the principal living spaces.
The recently renewed upholstery enhances the interior presentation and creates a comfortable environment for life aboard, whether used for seasonal cruising or longer periods afloat.
LAYOUT
Accommodation is arranged with guest cabins forward, a spacious main saloon amidships, a fully equipped galley, raised wheelhouse and owner's accommodation aft.
The saloon offers comfortable seating, dining space and ample storage for extended cruising, whilst the wheelhouse provides excellent visibility, sheltered watchkeeping and convenient access to the side decks. The aft owner's cabin enjoys a high degree of privacy together with generous storage, making the yacht particularly well suited to extended cruising and liveaboard use.
DOMESTIC
• Pressurised hot and cold water system
• Calorifier water heating
• Electric toilets
• Two separate shower facilities
• 120-litre refrigerator with 12V compressor system
• 12V freezer system
• Force 10 three-burner gas cooker with oven
• LPG gas system with solenoid shut-off
• Hurricane four-zone diesel heating system
• Washing machine
• iSeries tank monitoring system
• Galley sink
• Magnum stainless steel BBQ
CANVAS
• Aft deck bimini cover
TENDER
• Caribe RIB tender
• Yamaha 15hp outboard motor
• Yamaha 8hp outboard motor
• Stainless steel davits
MISCELLANEOUS
• Portable air conditioning unit
• Spare fixed pitch propellers
• Spare STA-LOK rigging terminals
• Extensive tool inventory
• Extensive cruising spares package including heat exchangers, alternators, cooling pumps, transmission plates, belts and hoses
• Sailrite Ultrafeed LSZ sewing machine
• Honda surface supplied air diving system
• 12V surface supplied air diving system
• Diving equipment package
• Two Mustang cruiser suits
• Inflatable stand-up paddleboard
• Extensive Mediterranean cruising guides and paper charts
HISTORY
KA HALE KAI is a 1982 Cheoy Lee 52 Ketch Motorsailer designed by Pieter Beeldsnijder and built by the renowned Cheoy Lee Shipyard in Hong Kong.
She is currently Canadian registered and has cruised extensively under her current ownership, including significant time in the Eastern Mediterranean. Her cruising history includes passages from the Pacific Northwest through the Panama Canal and across the Atlantic, demonstrating both the capability of the design and the confidence of her owners in the vessel.
Previous ownership included professional removal of the original teak decks together with hull peeling and application of a barrier coating system, helping to protect the vessel's long-term structural integrity. Throughout her life she has benefitted from continual maintenance and thoughtful upgrading, ensuring she remains a capable, comfortable and highly practical cruising yacht ready for her next adventure.
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