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FREEDOM

48' 1976 Hatteras 48 LRC

$215,000.00

Last Updated: 2025-06-18

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This 1976 Hatteras 48 LRC (Long Range Cruiser) is a rare opportunity to own one of the most iconic and capable trawlers ever built. Powered by the dependable Ford Lehman 120hp naturally aspirated diesels, she offers unparalleled reliability and fuel economy, with a transoceanic range of over 2,500 nautical miles.

Designed for serious offshore cruising, the 48 LRC features a full-displacement hull, a raised pilothouse and 3 cabin, 2 head accommodations all hallmarks of a true passagemaker. With her rugged construction, comfortable interior layout, and efficient systems, she s the ideal vessel for Alaska, the Great Loop, Bahamas, or full-time liveaboard life.

Only 53 of these models were built, making this a collectible classic for discerning mariners seeking enduring quality and timeless design.

Make: Hatteras
Model: 48 LRC
Year: 1976
Length: 48ft

Name: FREEDOM
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: Emeryville, CA

  • Category: Power
  • Class: Trawlers
  • Designer: Jack Hargrave
  • Builder: Hatteras Yachts
  • LOA: 48 feet
  • Beam: 16 feet
  • Max Draft: 4.5 feet
  • Displacement: 55000 pounds
  • CruisingSpeed: 7 knots
  • MaxSpeed: 9 knots
  • Total Engines: 2
  • Engine 1
  • EngineMake: Lehman
  • EngineModel: Lehman Marine Diesel
  • EngineYear: 1976
  • EngineFuel: diesel
  • PropellerType: 3 Blade, Bronze
  • EngineHours: 5212
  • Engine 2
  • EngineMake: Lehman
  • EngineModel: Lehman Marine Diesel
  • EngineYear: 1976
  • EngineFuel: diesel
  • PropellerType: 3 Blade, Bronze
  • EngineHours: 1736

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 1400 gallon
  • Fuel Tank Count: 1
  • Water Tank Capacity: 430 gallon
  • Water Tank Count: 1
  • Holding Tank Capacity: 100 gallon
  • Holding Tank Count:1
  • Cabins: 3
  • Heads: 2

Additional Descriptions

Electrical

  • 830 AH LFP (Lithium) batteries
  • Victron 3KVA (2800 watts) Inverter/120A charger
  • Victron Shunt
  • Victron Tank 140 expansion for tank monitoring
  • Victron CerboGX (central brain)
  • All remotely monitored with alerts
  • 2 New 4D starter batteries (approx 2/24)
  • Wakespeed 500 smart voltage regulator for Balmar alternator
  • Balmar 170A alternator
  • Backup Balmar MC-618 Smart Regulator (in case of Wakespeed failure)
  • 400+ watts of solar
  • LED lighting

Electronics & Security

Electronics

  • New RayMarine Evolution 150
    • p70Rs autopilot controller
    • EV1 Sensor Core
    • ACU150 Actuator Control Unit
  • Raymarine Axiom multifunction display (Chartfinder, Depth, RADAR)
  • Raymarine Quantum 2 RADAR (Color plus Doppler)

Security

  • 6 Camera Digital Video Recorder with remote viewing and alerts
  • Ring Alarm System

Air Conditioning & Heads

Air Conditioner

  • 4 New 16K BTU Velair Self-contained AirCon/Reverse Cycle Heaters
    • Variable speed compressors are extremely efficient and quiet
    • WiFi connectivity for remote monitoring, access and scheduling
  • 2 New Seawater Pumps for ACs

Toilets

  • New Raritan Extreme Elegance heads with multi-cycle push button auto flush
  • All new Raritan Sani-flex odor free hoses
  • New Dip tube in holding tank (for pumpout)
  • New 120 Volt Macerator for overboard discharge where permitte

Tender

  • Newer Achilles 11' RIB
  • Honda 20HP, 4 stroke engine
    • key start
    • electric tilt/trim

Additional Features

  • Deep Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Wi Fi
  • Autopilot
  • Cockpit Cushions
  • Compass
  • Radar Detector
  • Navigation Center
  • Manual Bilge Pump
  • Air Conditioning
  • Radar
  • Depthsounder
  • Vhf
  • Battery Charger
  • Radar Reflector
  • Log Speedometer
  • Sea Water Pump
  • Generator
  • Inverter
  • Bimini Top
  • Gps
  • Electric Head
  • Ais
  • Shore Power Inlet
  • Microwave Oven
  • Plotter
  • Washing Machine
  • Hot Water
  • Electric Bilge Pump
  • Flat Screen Tv
  • Oven
  • Computer
  • Solar Panel
  • Radio

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Luis Browne

Yacht & Ship Sales
luis@rubiconyachts.com

415-863-2999 - mobile
415-254-3665 - office

3300 Powell St., Ste 105
Emeryville, CA 94608

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