Aluminium Expedition Ketch.
Mobjack 42ft Aluminium Expedition Ketch – Exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales
This classic 1986 42ft Mobjack ketch, designed by Herreshoff and launched in 1986, is proudly offered for sale by DBY Boat Sales. Built to precise exacting standards rather than to a price, this aluminium expedition pilothouse yacht was made to explore the world in safety and style.
With just two careful owners since launch, her full history is known and she has been meticulously maintained throughout her life. The past four years have seen significant upgrades, including new standing and running rigging, and an extensive sail wardrobe replaced in 2022.
Crafted from aluminium, she is extremely durable and capable of handling high-latitude cruising with confidence. The deck and interior radiate classic charm—warm timbers, beautifully crafted cabinetry, and approximately 2m of headroom create a welcoming, homely atmosphere below.
Herreshoff-designed pilothouse aluminium ketch
Launched 1986, with comprehensive service and ownership history
Major refit completed over the past 4 years
Near-new sails and rigging (2022)
Australian Registered Ship – enabling seamless international cruising
Includes full-sized charts for Australia and the Pacific
April 2025 - All exterior teak work re-varnished, hull paint touched up and machine polished, antifoul and engine service.
This vessel is far more than what photos and words can capture. Shes a rare blend of strength, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance — ready for global adventure.
To arrange an inspection or request a full inventory, please contact DBY Boat Sales on (02) 9999 3311 or email us at sales@dbyboatsales.com.au.
| Price | : $450,000 AUD |
|---|---|
| Price Base | : $450,000 |
| Brand | : Herreshoff |
| Model | : Mobjack 42 |
| Length | : 42.00 Feet |
| Year | : 1986 |
| Category | : Cruising Yacht |
| Hull Type | : Aluminium |
| Hull Style | : Single |
| Power Type | : Sail |
| Type Of Sales | : Dealer |
| Engine Make | : Yanmar |
| Engine Type | : Diesel |
| Condition | : Used |
| State | : New South Wales |
| Suburb | : Bobbin Head |
| Registration Expiry Date | : 12/3/2026 |
| HIN Number | : AUWWA190383GV6 |
| Stock Number | : DBY00152 |
| Registration Number | : AIR438N |
| Designer | : Herreschoff |
|---|---|
| Builder | : Aluminium & Steel boats ltd, Buderim Qld |
| Water (Potable) Capacity (l) | : 1200 |
| Hull Construction Material | : Aluminium |
| Hull Type | : Mono |
| Deck Construction Material | : Aluminium with non skid flexi teak |
| Country Origin | : Australia |
| Length (feet) | : 42 feet |
| Length (m) | : 12.9 m |
| Beam/Width (feet) | : 13 feet |
| Beam/Width (m) | : 3.94 m |
| Draft (m) | : 1.5 m |
| Draft (feet) | : 5'6 feet |
| Keel/Ballast | : Full length keel with internal lead ballast, no keel bolts |
| Dry Weight (kgs) | : 1 kgs |
| Number of Helms | : 2 wheels , pilothouse, plus chain driven autopilot, plus back up emergency steering |
| Displacement | : 16 tonnes |
| Engine Notes | : Yanmar 2006 model 75hp diesel, shaft driven 2,040 hours |
| Number Of Engines | : 1 |
| Engine Standard | : Immaculate |
| Stroke | : 4 |
| Engine Hours | : 2040 |
| Horse Power (hp) | : 75 |
| Drive Type | : Shaft driven |
| Engine Room | : Under cockpit flooring with excellent access to all sides |
| Generator | : Star has a whispergen, which charges the battery banks, which in turn run all the electrics having the same function as a generator. It also heats the water in the hot water tank. |
| Number of Batteries | : 6 x 170 AH house, 1 x 170 amp cranking, |
| Fuel Type | : Diesel |
| Number of Fuel Tanks | : 2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (L) | : 600 with tank gauges |
| Propeller | : Autostream 3 blade folding |
| Steering System | : Pilothouse internal spoked timber wheel, cockpit mounted stainless steel wheel, autopilot plus emergency steering equipment. Solid shaft to quadrant. |
| Accommodation Notes | : V berth forward with large queen sized bed, single bunks x 3 amidships with lee cloths, 2 aft quarter berths. |
| Number of Berths | : 7 |
| Number of Showers | : 2 |
| Shower Type | : 1 enclosed internal, 1 in cockpit area, both are hot and cold |
| Number of Toilets | : 1 |
| Toilet Type | : Electric macerator |
| Air Conditioning | : Hot water system provides heating to all cabins and salon |
| Number of TVs | : 1 x TV/DVD |
| Holding Tank (L) | : 75 |
| Galley Notes | : Large U shaped galley with abundant storage, pantry and prep area. Huge refrigeration and freezer. |
| Stove | : SMEV 4 burner gas stove with oven plus microwave |
| Refrigeration | : 1 x 12v 140 litre top loading |
| Number of Freezers | : 1 x 190 litre top loading |
| Number of Sinks | : 2 stainless steel |
| Entertainment and Appliances Notes | : TV/DVD player. Sound system CD/AM/FM |
| Anchor / Winch | : Over-sized electric primary winches. MUIR 3000 12 volt electric anchor winch |
| Bilge Pump | : 2 x auto electric plus 1 manual x in cockpit and 1 x manual in the head. |
| Deck Gear | : Spinnaker pole, 6 fenders, docklines, 2 boat hooks, |
| Mast/Rigging | : 2021 all standing and running rigging replaced, masts removed and painted. Steps to top of main mast |
| Sail Inventory | : 1 x Main with boom cover and lazy jacks, 1 x Mizzen with boom cover and lazy jacks, 1 x Yankee on furler, 1 x Staysail with boom cover, all new in 2022 and barely used. 1 x Reacher as new condition, storm jib and trisail unused as new condition. Asymmetric spinnaker in 'as new' condition. |
| Electrics | : 12v, 240v shore power, 2 solar panels and regulator. COMSET unit router system for internet access, and a CelFi Go mobile phone booster system. |
| Electronics Navigation | : B & G Zeus 4 log, wind, depth, speed, temp |
| Dinghy | : Highfield rigid inflatable with Yamaha 5hp outboard |
| Covers | : Boom covers x 2, UV strip on headsail, |
| Safety Gear | : Lifejackets x 8, VHF, 6 man transocoean liferaft, life rings |
| Ground Tackle | : 45lb CQR plus a 45lb fishermans anchor |
| Watermaker / De-Sal | : Katadyn 12v |
| GPS | : B&G Chart Plotter |
| Number of Fish Finders | : Advansea C56 fish finder and plotter |
| Has Navigation Lights | : Mast head tri colour plus deck level nav lights |
| Radio | : ICOM M402S VHF |
| Number of Life Jackets | : 6 |
| Remarks | : Outstanding example of an Aluminium world expedition, cruising ketch. Prettiest yacht in the marina by far. |
| Vessel Name | : STAR |
| Anti-foul | : April 2025 |
| EGC Price | : $450,000 |
