The Custom Sloop m is a classic performance bluewater sailing superyacht, representing the esteemed pedigree of Alloy Yachts and naval architecture by the legendary Dubois Naval Architects. Delivered in , this vessel quickly became a recognized icon, famously featuring breakthrough sailing technology of the era. Continually maintained and extensively refitted (most recently in ), the yacht remains a proven global explorer.
The Custom Sloop is a meter ( ) vessel constructed with a robust aluminum hull and superstructure, designed for stable, long-range voyaging. A primary performance feature is her lightweight, stepped carbon fiber mast (the tallest of its type when built), providing enhanced speed and balance under sail. Under power, the yacht is driven by a single MTU diesel coupled to a controllable pitch propeller. The interior, finished by Alloy Yachts, is warm and traditional, featuring a raised pilothouse that offers panoramic views. The layout is highly functional, with a generous full-beam master suite and an efficient accommodation plan that maximizes the yacht’s GT volume.
Specifications
- Yacht Model: Custom Sloop
- Builder: Alloy Yachts (New Zealand)
- Year Built / Refit: / Extensive Refits through
- Length Overall (LOA): meters ( )
- Beam (Width): meters ( )
- Gross Tonnage (GT): 144 GT
- Engines (Motor Power): Single MTU diesel ( HP)
- Propulsion: Single Screw with Controllable Pitch Propeller
- Max Speed (under power): knots (hull speed)
- Cruising Speed (under power): knots
- Max Range (under power): nautical miles at knots
- Hull Material / Class: Aluminium / ABS Certified
Accommodation & Amenities
- Guest Accommodation: Up to 7 guests
- Cabins: 3 staterooms (Full-beam Master Suite with King bed, VIP Cabin, Twin Cabin with Pullman berth), all en-suite.
- Crew Accommodation: 4 to 5 crew members (in 2 cabins forward).
- Key Amenities & Features:
- Cruising Autonomy: Remarkable nautical mile motoring range and ability to run on batteries for up to hours of silent cruising.
- Sail Technology: Features a carbon fiber mast and highly efficient captive winches.
- Interior Leisure: Saloon with large TV () and an elevated pilothouse lounge.
- Accommodation Layout: Full-beam Master Suite located aft.
- Maintenance: Extensive refit included full hull repaint, generator overhauls, new thruster services, and new sails/rigging inspection.
This Custom Sloop is a rare, pedigree Dubois-designed, Alloy-built bluewater champion, proven across over nautical miles of worldwide cruising. Now in immaculate, turnkey condition following a comprehensive refit, this yacht is ready for immediate global cruising. She boasts a critical nautical mile motoring range and pioneering technology like the carbon fiber rig and ability for silent cruising at anchor. Offering volume-maximizing accommodation for seven guests in three luxury cabins, including a generous full-beam Master Suite, this yacht is the definitive choice for the owner seeking proven, high-performance capability, enduring style, and ultimate reliability.