Classic Yacht Frans Maas Raider 35 for sale (1972) in Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom

£24,950 GBP
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The Frans Maas Raider 35, a remarkable classic yacht crafted by De Visser Boatyard in 1972, stands as a testament to robust construction and timeless design. This 10.67-metre GRP hull vessel, renowned for its offshore cruising capabilities and moderate draft, offers a versatile sailing experience whether for coastal or deep-sea adventures. It comes equipped with a 27HP Yanmar 3GM30 diesel engine and features important upgrades, including a Masthead Bermudan sloop rig with in-mast and furling headsail systems. The yacht's layout provides comfortable accommodation for up to six people across two cabins, enhanced by thoughtful amenities such as a recently installed diesel heating system and a Dometic fridge-freezer. Deck-wise, the Frans Maas Raider 35 is outfitted with a new Raymarine autopilot and several protective covers for optimal operation. With its teak decking and spade hung rudder, this offshore cruiser offers both elegance and stability, making it an excellent option for those seeking a yacht that combines classic appeal with modern comforts.

About this Classic Yacht Frans Maas Raider 35

General information
Make/model
Classic Yacht Frans Maas Raider 35
Price
£24,950 GBPFinance this boat
Tax / VAT status
Paid / Included
Category
Used sail boat for sale
Year
1972
Location
Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom

Remarks :

Frans Maas Raider 35 for sale in Kent.

This 1972 Frans Maas Raider 35 is a very capable offshore cruising yacht with moderate draft allowing her to equally enjoy coastal sailing offering 6 berths across 2 cabins. This Frans Maas Raider 35 has a 2003 Yanmar 3GM30 27hp diesel engine, In-mast furling mainsail, furling genoa, hot and cold pressurised water, wind generator, and diesel cabin heating. She is presented in very good condition and is only being sold as the owners are looking for a larger yacht.  Well worth an early viewing 

Please call our Kent Office +44 (0)1634 571605 for further information or to arrange a viewing.


Accommodation :

This Frans Maas Raider 35 provides accommodation for up to six people across two cabins, with a maximum headroom of approximately six feet.

The forepeak features a V-berth with ample under berth storage. This berth also easily converts it into a double berth via an infill with reading lights above the berths, with natural light provided by an overhead deck hatch.

Moving aft, the heads compartment is to port with an electric marine toilet, offering shelf and storage cupboard behind the heads.

The saloon features an off-centre table to port with booth seating and a settee berth to starboard. These berths provide convenient storage under the seats and on shelves behind them. The booth seating area can also be easily converted into a double berth. Located on the port side is a 700W microwave (new April 2024)

Located on the port side aft within the saloon, the galley is equipped with a gimbaled Flavel Wayfarer 2-burner gas hob with an oven and grill, a single stainless-steel sink with pressurised hot and cold water, and ample storage space. This vessel also benefits from a 200 Litre freshwater capacity tank, with pressurised hot water being provided by the HCALORY 5KW diesel heating system (new March 2024)  which also provides heating to the fore cabin and saloon. There is a thermostat in each area and a remote control. . 

Adjacent to the galley on the starboard side is a port facing chart table with internal chart storage, instrumentation in this area include the VHF, Radar, Battery indicator, vessel distribution panel and a Dometic 57L 2025 12v combo fridge & freezer. Located behind the Chart table is a quarter berth with under berth and shelf storage.

Ascending the companionway leads to the spacious aft cockpit, featuring bench seating for up to six people and generous storage in a deep locker. The cockpit instrumentation includes a compass, depth gauge, wind direction indicator, new 2025 Raymarine auto pilot, and speed log, with engine controls, cockpit enclosure new 2019, new 2025 sprayhood, a new 2025 wheel cover and wheel steering.  


Inventory :

Deck Equipment

  • Main Anchor - CQR
  • Lifeline Gates
  • Sprayhood - New in 2025
  • Bimini
  • Wheel cover - New in 2025
  • Cockpit enclosure
  • Cockpit dodgers
  • Deck wash facility
  • Binnacle Cover
  • 9 x Fenders
  • 4 x Mooring warps

Navigation Equipment

  • Steering Compass
  • Depth gage – Autohelm ST50
  • Speed/log – Autohelm
  • Windspeed/Direction – Autohelm ST50
  • VHF Radio – ICOM
  • GPS/Chartplotter – Raymarine S78 – 2015
  • Stand Alone Radar – Furuno 820 LCD
  • Autopilot – Raymarine– EU100 with a P70 Controller
  • Paper Charts
  • Electronic Charts - 2025 Navionics 
  • LED Navigation lights – Deck and Mast level
  • Clock/Barometer

Safety Equipment

  • 3 x Fire extinguishers
  • Gas alarm/Smoke alarm
  • Mast Fore Deck Light - LED Spotlight
  • Mast Deck lights (LED)
  • 1 x Horseshoe lifebuoy
  • 1 x Floating light
  • Danbuoy
  • MOB Sling
  • 1 x Manual bilge pump
  • 1 x Electric bilge pump
  • Radar reflector

Keel Hull

Fin keel, a Spade hung rudder with wheel steering.

History & Construction

Constructed by De Visser Boatyard in 1972 according to a Frans Maas design. Featuring a blue GRP hull adorned with a teak rubbing strake, with teak decks and white GRP superstructure and a self-draining cockpit. Its stability is ensured by a fin keel, with spade hung rudder and wheel steering. 

The boat was last out of the water between October 2023  and April 2024 when she was last antifouled, and her anodes were replaced. The owner has enjoyed the vessel for the last 15 years and is selling as they are looking to buy a larger vessel.

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Mechanical :

Sails and Spars:

This Frans Maas Raider 35 features a Masthead, Bermudan sloop rig, with a keel stepped aluminium Sailspar mast and boom in 2000, with stainless steel standing rigging that was replaced in 2019. Equipped with a Sailspar furling headsail and an in-mast furling mainsail with lines led aft. The running rigging was partial replaced in 2024. It has an alloy spinnaker pole and adjustable backstay. 

Winches

2 x Sheet winches

2 x Halyard winches

2 x Coach house winches

Sails

1 x Genoa 130 % – Dacron, Fair Condition, last valeted Spring 2024.

1 x Mainsail - Dacron, Fair Condition, last valeted spring 2024. 

1 x Mainsail - Fibercon, Non battened, New in 2025

 

Mechanical Systems:

The Frans Maas Raider 35 is equipped with a 27HP Yanmar 3GM30 diesel engine, installed in 2003 propelling a shaft-mounted three-bladed fixed propeller, operated via Morse controls. Fuel is stored in a 70-litre stainless steel tank. The engine was last serviced by the owner in April 2024.

This Frans Mass Raider 35 achieves a cruising speed of approximately 5 knots, with a maximum speed of 7 knots. 

Electrical Systems:

The Frans Maas Raider 35 is equipped with three 12-volt batteries, comprising one for engine use, 100AH and two for domestic purposes 120AH each. These batteries charge directly from the engine alternator, Marlec 924i Wind generator new 2019, and Victron battery charger new 2021. 

This Frans Maas Raider 35 also benefits from a 240- volt ring main throughout the vessel and 1000W inverter. This vessel also has from a Marlec HRDI battery management system to ensure optimal performance of the electrical setup onboard.


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Construction
Hull
GRP
Keel
Fin Keel
Measurements
Length overall
10.67 metres
Length waterline
7.32 metres
Beam
3.05 metres
Displacement
6,496 kg
Propulsion
Engine
1 x Yanmar 3GM30
Fuel
Diesel
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