Description

This 1985 Sovereign 400 (hull no 1) was a Rob Humphrey design. It was built to exacting Lloyd’s standards in the UK by Richard Jordan Marine to be used in match racing in NE England. The result is a true masterpiece displaying exceptional craftsmanship and capability at sea. Its sleek lines and modern design make it a standout in any marina. The yacht's hull is expertly constructed using high-quality materials, ensuring durability and stability while providing a comfortable and smooth sailing experience. The interior is meticulously finished with attention to every detail, showcasing a perfect blend of functionality and elegance. The saloon features a spacious seating area with plush upholstery. Large windows flood the space with natural light, creating an open and airy atmosphere.
It has been in the current ownership since 2004. It has been extensively sailed in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Scandanavia and in Irish and UK waters. Utterly capable in all weathers sailing in safety.
There is a generous galley to stbd with several large storage areas / lockers and further storage behind the seating. It is fully EU VAT paid and Irish registered (Dublin).
Sails: main 2023, furling genoa 2022, new light Genoa, and several other sails; Standing rigging 2014; Boom and wheel covers new 2023.

Specifications

Accommodation

Port aft large double with en-suite toilet wash-hand basin and shower
Forward generous double with en-suite toilet wash-hand basin and shower
Double at saloon table
Single port side in saloon
Additional small single (suit small person) on port side also
Additional single in starboard storage area

Construction

GRP, with balsa sandwiched deck and sides.
Length 12.33 m
Waterline length 10.05 m
Beam 3.88 m
Headroom 1.88m
Draft 2.15 m (lead keel)
Construction: GRP
Displacement 8392 kg
Ballast 4095 kg
Fin keel – lead
Spade rudder

Equipment

Maxprop 2-blade folding prop
Ballast ratio 49% so very stiff and can carry a lot of sail
Diesel heating
Pressurised H&C water from engine and mains
Furuno RA 48 Radar
B&G instruments - wind, close-haul, depth, log
Autohelm ST7000 autopilot;

Windlass Horizon 1500;
Morven BCM 1230 a 3-channel battery charger;
Hydraulic back and fore stays and vang:
Full spinnaker gear, with on-mast pole position adjustment

Maintenance: annual haul-out, power wash and inspection, engine serviced, anodes replaced
Other: Maxprop 2-blade folding prop cleaned and greased annually and antifouled

Lewmar winches (2x40, 4x 46, 2x 52);
2 Lewmar 40 ST (on coach-roof - outhaul and reef lines)
2 Lewmar 46 (Spinnaker and Jumpers) (Cockpit)
2 Lewmar 46 ST (Halyards) (Coach-roof)
2 Lewmar 52 ST (genoa sheets) (Cockpit)
Main sheet with 18:1 purchase main sheet primary (6:1) and secondary (3:1) systems.

Navigation Equipment

All B&G: Wind, Closehauled, Depth, Speed in cockpit, and Hecta and Hornet control units in the nav area (which manage calibration etc.).
Garmin GPSMap 276C with maps for Ireland and UK
Backup GPS is Magellan Nav 6500 with maps for Ireland and N France
Furuno 1800 radar
Furuno Weatherfax 208 with powered aerial

Engine(s)

Perkins 4108, 45 hp, 32mm shaft drive with excellent access (3 sides) and soundproofing;
Fuel consumption approx. 3 litre/hr at 7.0 kt
Hurth ZF 10 gearbox, completely overhauled Oct 2021
Max-Prop 2 blade self-feathering propellor, serviced annually, 9.5 inch diameter, massive thrust
Maintenance: annual haul-out and inspection, engine serviced, anodes replaced, hull fittings examined and replaced as required.

Anchor

Aft Close

Port Full

Boom Cover

Saloon

Storage / Spare Berth

Original Heads

Drinks / Bar

Nav Table

Aft Cabin

Fwd Cabin

Fwd Cabin

Fwd Cabin

Max Prop

Rudder

On Marina

New Main 2023

Full sail New Genoa

At Home in Bere Island

Sails & Spars

Proctor alloy mast 60ft (18.3m), double spreader, keel stepped, air draft 20m.
Standing rigging 2014;
Hydraulic kicker
Hydraulic backstay tensioner (up to 4000 psi)
Hydraulic inner forestay tensioner (mast shaping) and cutter rigging possible

Boom and wheel covers new 2023.
Sails: Main 2023 (Watson), Furling genoa 2022 (Kemp), new light Genoa; Sail area (main and genoa) 92 (m2); Several additional sails No 1, No 2, No 3, Storm all unused

Safety Equipment

6-person liferaft (needs service)
Danbuoy
Floating light
MOB recovery sling

Location Map