MOONBEAM – 1996 Grand Banks Eastbay 40 | For Sale in Phuket, Thailand
Meet MOONBEAM, a beautifully maintained Grand Banks Eastbay 40 motor yacht — a timeless classic from American Marine that blends the elegance of traditional design with offshore performance and modern cruising comfort. Moored in Phuket and offered in excellent condition, MOONBEAM is the ideal cruiser for those who appreciate build quality, reliability, and sophistication on the water.
🛠 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: American Marine (Singapore)
Year Built: 1996
Length Overall (LOA): 13.11 m
Hull Length: 12.19 m
Beam: 3.96 m
Max Draft: 1.22 m
Displacement: Approx. 12,700 kg
Hull ID: GNDI0002K596
⚙️ POWER & PERFORMANCE
Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3116 TA – 2 x 350 HP
Engine Hours: Port – 2,614 hrs | Starboard – 2,617 hrs (as of April 2025)
Cruising Speed: 7–18 knots
Max Speed: 27 knots
Shafts: Stainless steel, 2″
Generator: ONAN 6.5 kW MDKN – 1,264 hrs
Bow Thruster: Sidepower 7.5 kW
🛏 ACCOMMODATION & LAYOUT
2 Double Cabins – Sleeps 4 comfortably
1 Bathroom with electric toilet and separate shower
Salon – Convertible sleeping for 1, seats up to 8
Galley – Equipped with stainless sink, fridge (NEW 2025), 3-burner electric stove & oven
Flybridge – Seating for 5 with new SS foot stands (2024)
Spacious Aft Cockpit – Bimini (new 2020), large swim platform (new 2024)
🧭 ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION
Garmin GPS (2 stations) – New 2015
Furuno GP50 GPS (spare)
Furuno Radar 1731/MK II 1621
Garmin XS 100 Plotter/Fish Finder/Depth Sounder
Furuno NAV 711 Autopilot (2 stations, new control screens 2022)
VHF: Shipmate RS 8300 (2 stations)
Compass (2 units), Barometer, Clock
Ultrasonic anti-fouling system (ULTRA 20)
⚓ DECK & GEAR
Maxwell 1200 Electric Windlass (with new teak base 2020)
60m SS316 Anchor Chain (2017)
Anchor: FOB HP 20kg
Hydraulic Trim Tabs (Bennett SS x2)
Biminis: Flybridge & Cockpit
Stainless Fishing Outriggers, Rod Holders (x5)
New foot stand for flybridge seats (2024)
🧪 TANKAGE
Fuel Tank: 1,300 litres (cleaned 2024)
Fresh Water Tank: 416 litres
Grey Water Tank: 40 litres
🔋 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Batteries:
2 x 12V/200Ah (NEW March 2024) – Engines & House
2 x 12V/150Ah Lithium (NEW March 2023) – House
1 x 12V/70Ah (2019) – Generator
Solar Panels:
2 x 450W (NEW Feb 2023)
1 x 350W (NEW Feb 2024)
Battery Chargers:
Victron MPPT 150/50 & 100/30
Sentry 6140-3NCK – 40A (Generator/shore)
🌡 COMFORT & EXTRAS
Air Conditioning (installed but unused)
Electric Toilet (motor replaced 2021)
Hot Water System
Fresh Water Pressure System
Macerator Pump
Manual Bilge Pump
12V Refrigerator – Dometic/Waeco NRX 110L (NEW April 2025)
Life Jackets – 10 pax
🚤 DINGHY
Dinghy not included in the sale.
🧾 OWNERSHIP & DOCUMENTS
Thai Registration No.: 5051 – 50376
Thai Taxes & Import Fees: Fully Paid (but subject to standard Thai sales tax)
MOONBEAM represents an exceptional opportunity to own a fully equipped and well-maintained Grand Banks Eastbay 40. She has benefited from regular servicing, thoughtful upgrades, and a caring ownership history. Whether you’re seeking coastal adventures or comfortable island cruising, this Eastbay delivers timeless style and enduring value.