Island Packet 45 – Proven Bluewater Cruiser, launched 1998.
Island Packet 45 'CURIOSITY' exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales.
Constructed with Island Packet’s robust full-foil keel and solid laminate hull, she offers outstanding directional stability and protection offshore, while her moderate rig and cutter-style sail plan make her easy to manage by a short-handed crew. The Island Packet 45 is equally at home on ocean passages or extended coastal cruising.
Below decks, the Island Packet 45 features a warm, traditional interior with abundant natural light, excellent ventilation, and generous headroom throughout. The spacious saloon provides comfortable seating for dining or relaxing, complemented by a well-equipped galley designed for safe use at sea. Accommodation includes a large owner’s stateroom, guest cabin, and multiple electric heads with holding tank, making her ideal for couples, families, or extended cruising.
On deck, the wide sided decks, deep cockpit, and substantial deck hardware enhance safety and ease of movement, while abundant storage ensures everything has its place for long-distance cruising. Known for her heavy-weather capability and forgiving motion, the Island Packet 45 inspires confidence wherever she sails.
Fully equipped by the current owner for long term comfortable cruising, extensively refurbished in 2021 and 2022 for long term extended range blue water passage making.
Australian Registered a bonus.
Lots of spares.
Highly regarded for her build quality and enduring value, the Island Packet 45 remains one of the most desirable true cruising yachts in her class.
For sale with DBY Boat Sales Pittwater Office in Newport. Please call +61 2 9999 3311 for an inspection. For additional high-resolution photos and detailed inventory, please email sales@dbyboatsales.com.au
| Price | : $240,000 AUD |
|---|---|
| Price Base | : $240,000 |
| Brand | : Island Packet |
| Model | : 45 |
| Length | : 13.78 Meters |
| Year | : 1998 |
| Category | : Cruising Yacht |
| Hull Type | : Fibreglass |
| Hull Style | : Single |
| Power Type | : Sail |
| Type Of Sales | : Dealer |
| Engine Make | : Yanmar |
| Engine Type | : Yanmar diesel shaft driven |
| Condition | : Used |
| State | : New South Wales |
| Suburb | : SYDNEY |
| Registration Expiry Date | : 20/05/2026 |
| HIN Number | : USTDL45029J798 |
| Stock Number | : DBY00234 |
| Registration Number | : AJU043N |
| Designer | : Bob Johnson |
|---|---|
| Builder | : Island Packet |
| Water (Potable) Capacity (l) | : 950 |
| Hull Construction Material | : Fiberglass |
| Hull Type | : Monohull |
| Deck Construction Material | : Fibreglass |
| Country Origin | : USA |
| Length (feet) | : 45 feet |
| Length (m) | : 13.79 m |
| Length Waterline (m) | : 11.45 m |
| Beam/Width (feet) | : 13.33 feet |
| Beam/Width (m) | : 4.06 m |
| Draft (m) | : 1.46 m |
| Draft (feet) | : 4'9 feet |
| Keel/Ballast | : 12500 |
| Dry Weight (kgs) | : 12882 kgs |
| Number of Helms | : 1 |
| Displacement | : 28400 |
| Engine Notes | : 1998 Yanmar |
| Number Of Engines | : 1 |
| Stroke | : 4 |
| Engine Hours | : 4800 |
| Horse Power (hp) | : 62 |
| Drive Type | : Shaftdrive |
| Engine Room | : Located under cockpit with multiple doors for access |
| Generator | : Balmar 120A with upgraded belts. Duogen wind/water hydro generator, 2 x solar panels = plenty of power. |
| Number of Batteries | : Lithium batteries 400ah + starter Victron Inverter 3000w + MPTTs + Battery Monitor System. |
| Fuel Type | : Diesel |
| Number of Fuel Tanks | : 1 aluminium |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (L) | : 500 |
| Propeller | : Feathering propeller |
| Steering System | : Rack and pinion |
| Accommodation Notes | : Approximate headroom: 1.96 / Water heater: 40L (upgraded), engine + 1200w electric / Washing machine / Sailrite sewing machine. / Webasto diesel heater / High output 120amp alternator and upgraded belts. |
| Number of Berths | : 7 |
| Number of Showers | : 2 plus shower on swim platform |
| Shower Type | : Hot and cold pressurised at head plus on swim platform |
| Number of Toilets | : 2 |
| Toilet Type | : Electric x 2 (2019) |
| Air Conditioning | : Diesel heating to all cabins and salon |
| Holding Tank (L) | : 170 |
| Galley Notes | : U shaped sea safe and friendly galley with more than ample storage for long term living |
| Stove | : Force 10 (2019) |
| Refrigeration | : 1 |
| Number of Freezers | : 1 (2017) keel cooled + 1 Aux 12v Extra 12v portable freezer. |
| Number of Sinks | : 2 stainless steel |
| Entertainment and Appliances Notes | : Sound system with speakers |
| Anchor / Winch | : Lewmar, 2 anchors. Dual controls at bow and cockpit. |
| Bilge Pump | : 2000 GPH plus manual, plus engine driven backup pump |
| Deck Gear | : 2 large fenders + some small Spinnaker Pole. Dock Lines. Boat Hook. |
| Mast/Rigging | : Age of Rigging: 2018 (Receipt available) |
| Sail Inventory | : Fully battened Main 2020 in new boom bag/stack pack with lazy jacks (+ spare), Genoa 2021 (+ spare), staysail 2021 (+ trysail), gennaker, |
| Electrics | : 240v shore power, 12v throughout with large inverter and Lithium battery bank |
| Electronics Navigation | : Modern Electronics, Radar, Autopilot (+ spare) B&G |
| Dinghy | : 2019 Tender: Ocean Cruising Tenders 310 + 10hp Tohatsuplus outboard. |
| Covers | : Fully enclosed cockpit enclosure. Sail covers for main and genoa. Full set of cockpit cushions. |
| Safety Gear | : Liferaft (2022) Viking 4 Pro, 24hr+. Flares, EPIRB, life jackets, fire extinguishers, fire blanket, MOB life ring. Redundant secondary bilge pump from engine. |
| Ground Tackle | : Dual anchor roller setup with dual anchors, gal chain and warp. Up/down controls at bow. |
| Watermaker / De-Sal | : 2023 high volume 240 litres/p/h with spares. |
| GPS | : B and G |
| Has Navigation Lights | : Yes |
| Radio | : Icom HF, Icom VHF with second microphone at helm. |
| Number of Life Jackets | : 4 |
| Remarks | : Fully equipped for long term cruising. Inspections welcome. |
| Vessel Name | : CURIOSITY |
| EGC Price | : $240,000 |
