The Ta Chiao 56 CT is a meticulously crafted, heavy-displacement center-cockpit ketch, designed for safe and comfortable long-distance cruising. Built by the esteemed Ta Chiao Shipyard in Taiwan, she combines timeless classic lines with robust construction, generous interior volume, and elegant teak joinery.
Comprehensively refitted in 2020, she features upgraded systems and refreshed interior finishes, presenting today in excellent condition and fully prepared for bluewater adventures.
Her layout includes a spacious full-beam aft owner’s cabin with ensuite, two forward double guest cabins sharing a large head with shower, a bright and inviting main saloon, and a well-equipped U-shaped galley, perfect for extended cruising. The secure center cockpit, wide side decks, and versatile ketch rig ensure safe and manageable handling in all conditions.
A true ocean-going classic, offering enduring style, reliability, and liveaboard comfort.
For full specifications or to arrange a viewing, please contact Ancasta Palma.
Rig
Ketch
KETCH RIG
New rig installed in 2025.
New sails from 2020 including mainsail, genoa, mizzen, asymmetric spinnaker and staysail (inner jib).
Lewmar winches 2-speed winches x8
NAVIGATION
Raymarine navigation system throughout with plotter in cockpit and at chart table.
Autopilot, radar, VHF radio, and AIS transceiver.
ICOM IC-M700PRO HF/SSB
All equipment new from 2020.
ENTERTAINMENT
Music system with radio and MP3 connectivity.
SAFETY
Liferaft for twelve persons. Twelve lifejackets. Lifebuoy. EPIRB.
Automatic fire extinguisher in engine room and additional 4 portable extinguisher.
EXTRAS
Air conditioning. Davits for tender. Passarelle. Search light.
Stainless steel anchor with 100m chain
ENGINE DOOSAN L136 165HP - Single diesel engine NEW FROM 2020
Fixed three-blade propeller
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT
Panda Fisher 1600 Generator
8x Board batteries
1x Engine battery
2x Victron chargers
1x Inverter
230V plugs throughout
Solar panels
TANKAGE
2x 650L fuel tanks
2x 300L fresh water
2x 100L holding
TA CHIAO 56 CT
Built by Ta Chiao Ship Building Co., Ltd. in Taiwan in 1992.
Refitted in 2020 in Marbella.
CONSTRUCTION
White GRP Hull and superstructure
Teak laid decks & in cockpit
LOA 16.50m
BEAM 4.70m
DRAFT 2.25m