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1985 Celestial Center Cockpit
“ORION”
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
$39,500USD
48'Length
1985Year
UsedCondition
DieselFuel
SailType
FiberglassHull
Description
Dunigan Marine Group is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Honolulu Yacht Brokerage. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Overview
Originally built by Xiamen Celestial Yachts, these vessels offer substantial living space.
Key Specifications
LOA50'
Beam13' 5"
Draft Max6'
LOD48'
LWL36' 5"
TypeSail
Hull MaterialFiberglass
FuelDiesel
Weight & Measurements
Displacement27,000 lbs
Accommodation
Cabins3
Heads2
Tankage
Fuel100 gal
Water200 gal
Holding20 gal
Registration & Documentation
Registration PlaceHonolulu, Hawaii
Reg #CEQ48010B85
Title #979613
Listed2026-01-08T00:00:00+00:00
Full Details
Celestial 48' CC 1985 Ketch USCG Registration Information
OFFICIAL NUMBER: 979613
HULL NUMBER: CEQ48010B85
IMO NUMBER:
VESSEL NAME: ORION
HAILING PORT: HONOLULU HI
YEAR BUILT:
LENGTH - FEET: 48.0
BREADTH - FEET: 13.5
DEPTH - FEET: 8.0
GROSS TONS: 19.0
NET TONS: 17
SELF PROPELLED: Yes
PROPULSION TYPE: UNSPECIFIED
HULL MATERIAL: FRP (Fiberglass)
HULL CONFIGURATION: Monohull
HULL SHAPE: Sail (Faired Keel)
SERVICE TYPE: Recreational
CERTIFICATE ISSUED: 2025-12-31
CERTIFICATE EXPIRES: 2026-12-31
CERTIFICATE STATUS: Valid
ENDORSEMENTS: Recreation
BUILDER: UNKNOWN
HULL BUILT:
VESSEL COMPLETED: 1985
General Information
Key Features & Specifications
- Design & Construction: The hull is balsa-cored above the waterline with solid glass reinforcement around through-hulls and chainplates. The design, attributed to Bryce Fuhriman based on a Brewer design, features a fully encapsulated long fin keel and a large skeg-hung rudder, contributing to good maneuverability under power.
- Performance: While initially a bit tender, the boat stiffens up under sail due to its 44-percent ballast-to-displacement ratio. It is known to perform well in light winds and is suitable for ocean passages, although it may need to be reefed early in stronger winds.
- Engine Room: A standout feature praised by owners is the exceptionally large, walk-in engine room, which provides excellent access to all sides of the engine and room for additional equipment like generators and watermakers.
- Interior: The interior typically features a layout with a centerline king-sized berth in the aft owner's suite, a forward V-berth, and two heads. The use of solid teak and teak veneer throughout the interior gives it a classic finish.
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Listing Owner

NameTom Dunigan
TitlePresident
Emailtom@dmgboat.com
Phone586-204-7723
Cell248-505-3959
Address31300 N River Rd
Address Line 2Suite 3
CityHarrison Township
ProvinceMI
CountryUSA
Postal Code48045
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