2006 Calvin Beal 34

A true New England Downeast legend, this 2004 Calvin Beal 34 is an exceptionally well-built commercial-style Downeast boat powered by a Cummins QSC 8.3M 490 HP diesel.

Calvin Beal hulls are known throughout New England for their rugged construction, excellent sea-keeping ability, stability and efficient performance. This boat has been exceptionally maintained and presents in exceptional condition, offering a rare opportunity to own a proven Calvin Beal platform that is ready for its next chapter.

POWER & MECHANICAL

• Cummins QSC 8.3M diesel
• 8.3-liter turbocharged diesel
• 490 HP
• Cummins Engine Serial Number: 46424786
• ZF Marine transmission
• Racor 1000 fuel filtration
• Onan MDKAU 5.0 kW diesel generator
• Excellent engine-room access through large deck hatch
• Clean, straightforward machinery installation
• Bronze thru-hulls and seacocks
• Multi-pump bilge system
• Extensive onboard system documentation

HYDRAULIC STEERING

Equipped with a heavy-duty Class 35 hydraulic power-steering system designed for demanding offshore and commercial applications.

Documentation with the vessel identifies a heavy-duty steering arrangement utilizing a dual-cylinder quadrant assembly, stainless-steel cylinder rods and substantial steering components designed for high-load rudder applications.

The helm is finished with a large stainless-steel steering wheel and hydraulic steering.

ELECTRONICS & HELM

• Simrad NSS evo2 multifunction navigation electronics
• Furuno fish finder / depth-sounder electronics
• ICOM IC-M50 VHF
• Cummins MerCruiser Smart Craft Diesel View
• Digital engine monitoring
• Analog engine instrumentation
• Magnetic helm compass
• Single-lever engine control
• Additional Simrad helm electronics
• Excellent visibility from the enclosed pilothouse

The Smart Craft Diesel View provides the operator with centralized electronic engine information at the helm while retaining traditional analog instrumentation.

ELECTRICAL & SHIP'S SYSTEMS

• Onan 5.0 kW diesel generator
• Blue Sea Systems AC/DC electrical panels
• Shore-power system
• Battery/electrical distribution system
• Multiple electric bilge pumps
• Cruisair reverse-cycle heating and air conditioning
• Force 10 water heater
• Johnson shower sump system

PILOTHOUSE

The large enclosed pilothouse provides excellent visibility and protection from the elements, making this boat particularly well suited for New England offshore fishing, commercial use and extended-season operation.

The helm layout provides easy access to the vessel's navigation electronics, engine instrumentation, VHF, steering and controls.

Large windows provide excellent visibility forward and to both sides, while the substantial commercial-style construction gives the boat the feel expected from a true Maine-built Downeast hull.

INTERIOR / ACCOMMODATIONS

The vessel includes practical accommodations for extended time aboard, including:

• Enclosed marine head
• Jabsco electric marine toilet
• Sink and vanity
• Additional stainless-steel sink
• Hot-water system
• Cruisair heating and air conditioning
• Storage
• Easy access to onboard systems and machinery

The interior is simple, functional and easy to maintain — exactly what you would expect from a serious Downeast boat.

CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN

The Calvin Beal 34 has earned an outstanding reputation among commercial fishermen and serious recreational boaters throughout New England.

The hull design combines:

• Heavy-duty Downeast construction
• Excellent stability
• Efficient diesel operation
• Strong offshore capability
• Large working deck
• Protected pilothouse
• Excellent machinery access
• Proven commercial heritage

This is not a lightly built production recreational boat. It is a substantial, purpose-built Downeast platform designed around durability, serviceability and real-world offshore use.

OVERALL

Finding a Calvin Beal 34 equipped with a 490 HP Cummins QSC 8.3, ZF transmission, generator, hydraulic power steering, climate control and a complete electronics package makes this a particularly interesting boat.

Whether the next owner intends to use her for offshore fishing, charter work, commercial operation, cruising or as a highly capable private Downeast boat, the platform offers tremendous versatility.

Exceptionally maintained, heavily equipped and powered by one of Cummins' proven marine diesel packages, this Calvin Beal 34 is ready for its next owner.

Serious inquiries welcome. Chris M Pembroke