The Outbound/Bluewater 56 may look familiar to you, as it is the same proven Frers design that was originally developed for Hylas, of which 27 boats were built. Bluewater Yachts acquired the tooling and are now building them at the same yard that builds Outbound Yachts. In fact, hull #1 debuted as an Outbound 56 in the 2019 Annapolis Sailboat Show, and in December of 2020 hull #2 was commissioned which is now called the Bluewater 56.
The Outbound/Bluewater 56 features a proper offshore bow entry and hull shape which deliver swiftness, power and stability, while maximizing space down below. There is more than ample room for a luxurious owner’s suite aft, beautifully finished in hand-chosen woods. Offshore comfort is further enhanced by the way the hulls are built, the Twaron aramid fiber (a form of Kevlar) yields “bullet-proof” strength for added safety.
Additional desirable features of Pneumatic:
880 watt solar array on top of bimini made up of eight 110 watt Solbian flexible solar panels
New bimini 2024
Hydraulic furling – mainsail, headsail, staysail
Power winches – primaries and mainsail winch
Spectra Cape Horn DC water maker – 18 gallons per hour
11.5′ Highfield aluminum RIB tender with console and 20 HP Mercury outboard
Simpson stainless steel electric davits
Winslow 8 person liferaft
Hard Dodger with 1/2″ tempered safety glass
Underwater lights at transom
LED up lighting at each spreader
Flexiteek synthetic teak decking
Experienced sailors will appreciate this well behaved and easily driven yacht, not just for her speed but for the safety that comes with performance and control. This also reduces fatigue on offshore passages and ensure a well rested crew. Anyone who steps aboard the Outbound/Bluewater 56 will also appreciate the high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into building the boat, combined with the well thought out and spacious design ensures that time aboard is time well spent.
SYSTEMS:
Propulsion
Yanmar 4JH150 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine with cockpit controls and complete alarm system
Morse single lever control system to protect against high RPM gear shifting
Dual Racor fuel filtration system allowing independent filter and bypass system
Walborough In line fuel pump allowing engine bypass for filtration and eliminates the need for future engine bleeding in the case of a dry fuel tank
Oil change pump built in as standard
All wire is tinned, no copper wiring except some electronics
All thru hull fittings are solid bronze and all bonded
Six AGM 8D House batteries, 1,350 amp/hr total, All batteries boxed and secured
AGM Engine starting battery, 210 amp
All batteries are isolated with a built in reverse isolation switch
Primary High Output 130A Alternator dedicated to house bank
Dedicated 60A Alternator for Engine Battery
Fire retardant engine room sound insulation
All batteries self-contained, strapped and secured
Fire retardant engine room sound insulation
Shore power connection; 50/amp 125/250V
Mastervolt 100 amp built in battery charger
Navigation lights: running lights masthead anchor; tricolor steaming light and foredeck light
Raymarine depth sounder, speed log and wind speed indicator
Three independent bilges pump systems
Solid Drive steering system in lieu of chain and cable design
Freshwater hot and cold shower on stern platform
Stainless stern swim ladder
Inner Forestay Chain plate for optional inner forestay
Plumbing
275 Gallons of Total Fuel Tankage in four independent tanks
280 Gallons of Total Water Tankage in four independent tanks
All tanks have easy access for inspection with dipsticks, threaded inspection port and larger inspection
Port for interior inspection and cleaning
Two independent Shurflow freshwater pump systems
Third manual freshwater pump, foot activated for freshwater accessed in the galley
All tankage for water and fuel is 316L stainless steel for best corrosion resistance
Two independent holding tanks, one dedicated to each head
11 gallon hot water heater heated via engine driven system or AC supply
All through hull fittings are bronze with seacocks or valves and bonded
INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS:
European oak interior
Solid teak soles laid on sub-flooring with epoxy urethane coating and 7 layers of varnish
European oak doors and trim
Finely finished cabinetry with a choice of solid or louvered finish
Solid oak handrails throughout the interior for easy movement offshore
Abundant overhead hatches and ports for excellent ventilation
Epoxy sealed end grains and sub-flooring
All cabin sole pieces are positive locking for offshore passage making
All cabinets are finished throughout including complete interiors
All overhead headliner is easily removed
Galley
Galley is over 10.5’ in length with a walk through to the aft cabin offering total safety with room to brace on either tack while offshore
Ample cabinets, storage lockers and drawers including full length pantry for cutlery, cookware, and food storage
Slide out trash container with positive locking door
Force 10 three burner stove with propane monitor and 2 propane sensors
Two Vitrifrigo 180DRW two drawer refrigeration/freezer units
Counter top recesses over stove allowing for stainless steel backsplash and increased counter space when in place
Manual foot pumps for fresh water
Nav Station
Full L shaped nav station with two desk areas and adjustable swivel chair
Dedicated computer desk with slide out computer shelf with book shelf above
Split instrument panel for access to wiring harness and connections
All instruments and systems well labeled inside and out and traced numerically
Aft Cabin
Queen size Aft Berth set centerline with split mattress and accompanying starboard side settee
Port and Starboard side hanging lockers with optional removable shelves
Full length deep hanging locker centerline
Portside vanity with fold up mirror and drawer with three separate cabinets
Cabinet or drawers available under owners berth
Separate owners shower stall
Washer/dryer located outboard of shower
Raritan Elegance electric toilet
42 gallon dedicated holding tank with dual “Y” valve systems for direct overboard, deck pump
Out and direct pump out of holding tank overboard
Salon
Dinette table with inlay and folding corners to reduce table size. The table can also be lowered to coffee table height if desired.
Full length starboard settee pulls out an additional 9” for a wide sea berth
All tankage in main salon is located below the sole allowing extensive storage under seating areas and behind the dinette and settee
Double walk through passageway offering optimal ventilation and movement throughout the interior
Two folding stools become footrests or cocktail tables
Maximum Headroom just under 7’
Forward Cabin
Centerline Berth with Lifting Top
Split cabinet doors or Two rows of drawers underneath berth with two separate isolated storage bins
Starboard and portside hanging lockers with removable shelves
Cabinets above the berth for added storage
Forward Head
Separate enclosed shower stall
Raritan Elegance electric toilet
39 gallon dedicated holding tank with dual “Y” valve systems for direct over board, and deck pump out of holding tank
Portside Cabin
Portside cabin can be configured to be a private double stateroom, or crew’s quarters with an upper and lower berth. The cabin to be used as a storage/utility room with a stainless steel workbench surface underneath the mattress.
SAILING HARDWARE AND GROUND TACKLE:
Sailing Hardware
Selden anodized aluminum mast with triple spreader rig
Stainless wiring standing rigging with Sta-lock Mechanical fittings. No swage fittings at deck
Forward and aft lowers for rig stability with individual chain plates
Discontinuous rigging for optimal strength and increased hardware
In mast hydraulic mainsail furling
Furlex hydraulic roller furling forestay
Furlex hydraulic roller furling staysail
Doyle sails including mainsail, genoa, staysail
Primary and secondary main halyard
Primary and secondary genoa halyard
Halyard bales on forward dorades
Ground Tackle
RC12 Maxwell Nilsson windlass with chain feed and stainless steel plate for chain protection with bow controls and remoter cockpit windlass controls
Primary anchor, 100 lbs. Stainless Steel Ultra Anchor
Secondary anchor, Fortress Aluminum anchor
Primary anchor and tackle: 300’ system 40-3/8” galvanized Hi tensile chain
Secondary anchor and tackle: 50’ system 40-3/8” Hi tensile chain and 300’ of 5/8” anchor rode
Four dock lines, 2 x 35’ x 5/8” premium braid, 2 x 40’ x 5/8” premium braid