SeaQuel
44′ · 1981 · Ta Shing Yacht Building LTD. 447 · Charleston, South Carolina
About SeaQuel
<p>The Norseman 447 is considered one of Robert H. Perry’s top cruising yachts. Built by Ta Shing in Taiwan, recognized for craftsmanship and strong offshore builds, the 447 unites performance, comfort, and capable passagemaking.</p><p>Its solid fiberglass hull, extended fin keel with encapsulated lead ballast, skeg-hung rudder, and moderate displacement offer stable, forgiving motion at sea. The cutter rig adds versatility and easy sail management in varied conditions. Wide side decks, a secure cockpit, and a thoughtful deck layout support safety and confidence for short-handed, long-range sailing.</p><p>Below deck, SEAQUEL features a warm, hand-crafted teak interior and quality joinery, creating an inviting living space. The practical layout includes two private cabins, two heads, a spacious main salon, and an efficient offshore-ready galley with ample storage.</p><p>SEAQUEL offers solar power for energy independence, a bow thruster for easy close-quarters maneuvering, and a full suite of cruising equipment. Generous tankage, abundant storage, and integrated systems make her ideal for long-range cruising.</p><p>Whether passagemaking or coastal cruising, SEAQUEL is a proven, dependable platform ready to take her next owners wherever they choose.</p><ul><li>Bow Thruster</li><li>Monitor Wind Vane self-steering system, stainless steel mounting brackets to the transom</li><li>Standing rigging replaced in 2023 and inspected in 2025.</li><li>Stable and sea-kindly blue-water cruiser with 12,000 lbs of ballast (44% ballast to displacement ratio)</li><li>NEMA 2000 Network (New in 2025)</li><li>Furuno GP1870F chartplotter at the helm - New in 2026 with updated East Coast charts</li><li>Raymarine i‑TriData depth/speed (New in 2026)</li><li>Raymarine wind instruments (New in 2026)</li><li>AIS Class B - EM-Trak 8953 (New in 2026)</li><li>An insurance survey from July 2025 is available upon request</li></ul> <br> <i> Resolute Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel </i>
Specifications
Overview
- Builder
- Ta Shing Yacht Building LTD.
- Model
- 447
- Year
- 1981
- Category
- Cruisers
- Condition
- Used
- Hull
- Fiberglass, Monohull
- Flag
- United States
- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
Dimensions
- Length overall
- 44′ (13.4 m)
- Beam
- 13′ (3.96 m)
- Draft
- 6′ 4″ (1.93 m)
Accommodations
- Cabins
- 2
- Heads
- 2
Machinery
- Engines
- 1 × Lehman/Indenor XDP 4.90, 61 hp each
- Fuel
- Diesel
Tankage
- Fuel
- 100 gal
- Fresh water
- 200 gal
Equipment
- Stabilizers
- None
Specifications from the IYBA listing, listed 6 months ago. Confirm details with your broker before relying on them.
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