A historic pair of Big Woolwich working boats built for The Grand Union Carrying Co in 1937 (Motor) & 1936 (Butty).They have both been rebottomed, and refooted in steel.
The Motor has a new scumbled/Roses & Castles boatmans cabin, rebuilt and painted Petter PD2 air cooled engine, new stern gear, new shaft, new Crowther propellor and new engine controls.
The Butty has new steel back cabin and a new boatmans cabin, yet to be fitted using some of the original painted panels/woodwork, is included in the asking price.
Both boats have just been painted in their original British Waterways livery and both hulls newly blacked.
A wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Waterways history.The owner is prepared to split the pair.
Specifications
Vessel name:
Darley/Alperton
Vessel condition:
Restored/Rebottomed
Vessel type:
Motor/Butty
Designer:
Town Class
Builder:
Harland & Wolff
Model:
Big Woolwich
Year constructed:
1937
No. of engines:
1
Engine model:
Petter PD2 Air cooled
Engine power:
18 HP
Fuel type:
Diesel
Length over all:
71' 6"
Hull material:
Steel
Hull type:
Flat
Engine(s)
A restored air cooled 18HP Petter PD2 repainted grey provides ample power with all the character and sound one would expect from a traditional twin diesel ...... smoke rings optional !
Both boats have riveted steel hulls and replacement steel bottoms, the
Motor has its original riveted steel cabin, the Butty has a new steel cabin.
Masts, planks, and trading cloths.
These details are intended as a guide and do not constitute an offer or terms of contract. Tollhouse Boat Sales act as Brokers only and strongly advise a prospective purchaser to employ the services of a qualified Marine surveyor and carry out a full survey of the vessel.
