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Ideal for the serious cruising couple or family seeking a proven bluewater passagemaker that can also navigate the ICW and shallow anchorages. Little Harbor 53s are rarely availableThis one's a beauty!.
L’EQUIPE is an exceptional Little Harbor 53 center-cockpit sailing yacht crafted by the iconic Ted Hood. Blending blue-water performance with unparalleled luxury, this yacht features a reduced rig height that makes her ICW-friendly (Intercoastal Waterway). She boasts an extensive equipment list and a rich history of recent updates.
Current Asking Price: US$ 375,000
Current Location: Freeport, ME
Manufacturer / Designer: Little Harbor / Ted Hood
Model & Category: Little Harbor 53 / Ketch Rigged, Center Cockpit
Maneuverability: Integrated Sidepower bow thruster and a 3-blade Gori propeller with an overdrive system
Climate Control: Reverse-cycle marine air conditioning and heating system (approx. 30,000 BTUs)
Fuel Capacity: 175 gallons in molded-in fiberglass tanks
Water Capacity: 335 gallons in molded-in fiberglass tanks
Convenience Systems: Built-in oil change pump system serving both the main engine and generator
Navigation & Electronics: Brand new Garmin Radar, Plotter, and GPS with AIS installed at the helm (2025)
Sails & Rigging: Quantum 135% Genoa added (2022) and the Reckmann headsail furler completely rebuilt (2025)
Centerboard System: Centerboard pennant and sheaves completely replaced (2025)
Canvas Upgrades: Bimini upgraded with new protective side enclosure sides (2022)
Electrical System: Bank of 8 house batteries replaced, delivering 1,050 amp hours (2022)
Safety Gear: Outfitted with a brand-new life raft packed in a convenient soft valise (2025)
Layout Configuration: 3 private staterooms and 2 heads with dedicated stall showers
Interior Finish: Premium-grade hand-crafted teak joinerwork paired with timeless teak and holly cabin soles
Main Saloon: Features a deep circular seating area to starboard around a custom teak dining table, a portside settee/berth, three Lexan hull ports on each side for an open feel, and a integrated 20-bottle wine locker
Master Stateroom (Aft): Configured with oversized twin berths to port and starboard, a central settee, cedar-lined hanging lockers, and a master head with marble countertops and an electric toilet upgrade (2018)
Guest Quarters (Forward): Offers two distinct guest cabins featuring upper/lower bunk arrangements, served by an electric guest head
Walk-Through Galley: Outfitted with Grunert 110v AC refrigeration/freezer compressors, a Frigoboat 12V secondary cooling unit, a separate bar fridge, a 4-burner stainless steel Force 10 propane stove with oven, a double stainless sink, and dedicated microwave and toaster spaces
Navigation Station: Full-sized, aft-facing nav desk adjacent to the companionway, integrating deep storage, full electrical panel access, and comprehensive helm instrumentation
Fore’c’sle Workspace: A massive forward storage locker acting as a tool shop, complete with a vise, power tools, shore power adapters, and a dedicated paint locker
Rigging Configuration: Ketch rig architecture using Hood Stoway Spars, featuring an electric Stoway main mast and a manual Stoway mizzen mast
Rigging Hardware: Heavy-duty stainless steel rod rigging, a Navtec hydraulic boom vang and backstay, a removable inner forestay, and folding mast steps
Sail Wardrobe: Features a comprehensive mix including a Stoway main, Quantum 135% Genoa, 95% Yankee, 100% Jib, Stoway mizzen, fore staysail, MPS, Spinnaker, Gennaker with sock, and a storm staysail
Winch Package: Upgraded Barient self-tailing setup including (2) #32 electric primaries, (2) #32 electric main/outhaul winches, (2) #28 secondaries, and (4) #21 halyard winches
Deck Equipment: Outfitted with a 75 lb. CQR anchor backed by 250' of all-chain rode, a Maxwell 200H anchor windlass, a large teak cockpit table seating eight, cockpit cushions, a deck shower, and a rigid dinghy (no outboard)
Canvas Protection: Includes a protective dodger, a full bimini with enclosure sides, cockpit covers, and complete varnish protective covers stretching from stem to stern
The owner's personal effects are excluded from the sale.
Overview
Name:
L'EQUIPE
Yacht Type:
Cruising Sailboat
Series, Model, Class:
Builder:
LITTLE HARBOR
Dimensions
Length Overall:
53' (16.15m)
Length at Waterline:
42' 2" (12.85m)
Beam:
15' 1" (4.6m)
Minimum Draft:
5' 8" (1.73m)
Maximum Draft:
11' (3.35m)
Accommodations
Heads:
2
State Rooms:
3
Captain Quarters:
No
Speed / Weight
Cruise Speed:
8 Knots
Displacement:
49000 Lbs
Gross Tonnage:
0.00
Water Capacity:
335 Gal
Fuel Capacity:
175 Gal
Engines
Engine #1
Manufacturer:
Yanmar
Year:
2009
Engine Type:
Inboard
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Horsepower:
108
Appox. Hours:
2228
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Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 USA
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