Designed by the master of Ocean going Yachts, Robert Perry, and launched in 1978 by the Young Sun Yacht Corp Taiwan, who built 250 of this model, she was shipped to the USA and sailed under the name of Paradise for 9 years.
She was then purchased by a couple in Ontario who sailed her for 10 years to the Caribbean and Venezuela twice.
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The 3rd owners sailed her to the Bahamas and back to Ontario and sold her after 2 years to the 4th owners who refitted her for their Atlantic crossing. They re-named her "Chinook" and sailed her down to Florida via the US Intra-coastal waterway and cruised the Caribbean for 3 years. Then across the Atlantic to Europe where she cruised in the Mediterranean for 6 years, through the Suez Canal and over to Malaysia, where they have explored SE Asia. Sold to the current owners, she has not done alot of cruising since, and has been predominately in Langkawi, Malaysia.
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She is priced well according to a bit of work needing done, and a viewing inspection is encouraged.
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At this price, she is being sold as is where is.
Many thanks and we look forward to hearing from you.
Specifications
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Vessel Name: CHALLENGER 2
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Year: 1979
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Length: 36' 1" (11.00m)
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Beam: 3.3m
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Draft: 1.77m
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Displacement: 10.12 tonnes
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Keel/Ballast: Encapsulated iron ballast (4 tonnes)
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Designer: Robert Perry
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Builder: Young Sun Yacht Corp, Taiwan
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Hull Material: Fibreglass/GRP
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Decks: GRP with teak overlay
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Region: Asia
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Location: Rebak Island Marina & Resort, Langkawi
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Usage: Leisure, Cruising, Liveaboard
Engine & Mechanical
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Engine: Volvo Penta MD2040 (Installed 1999, fully overhauled in 2009)
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Horsepower: 40hp
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Fuel Type: Diesel
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Engine Hours: 4,000 (as of 2017)
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Max Speed: 6 knots @ 2800 RPM
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Cruise Speed: 5 knots @ 2200 RPM
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Propeller: 3-blade bronze
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Genset: 30amp
Tankage
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Fuel: 2 x 200L tanks
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Water: 2 x 250L tanks
Sails & Rigging
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Sail Inventory:
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Mainsail and headsail – both in good condition
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Rig Type: Cutter-rigged
Accommodation
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Cabins: 2 (V-berth forward + double aft to starboard behind navigation station)
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Berths: Sleeps 4+
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Shower: 1
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Toilet: 1 (manual)
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Refrigeration: Yes
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Stove: Gas stovetop operational; oven non-functional (electric oven currently onboard)
Tenders & Extras
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Dinghy: Yes
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Outboard: 3HP Yamaha
Electrics & Charging
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Solar Panels + Solar Charge Controller
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Victron Charger
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Batteries: 3 x 100Ah (NEW in May 2025)
Navigation & Electronics
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Electronics: Not fitted
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Autopilot: Installed but currently not operational
Ground Tackle & Safety
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Ground Tackle: Included
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Safety Gear: N/A (To be inspected/updated by new owner)
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Challenger 2 presents a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into bluewater cruising at an accessible price point. With a little updating in navigation electronics and a few cosmetic touch-ups, she can be ready to go offshore again.