Rustler 31
A REALLY BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE!
- Boat REF# · 341035
- LOA · 9.58m
- Year · 1981
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Long keel
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 20hp, Beta 20 BD 722 (2002)
- Lying · Plymouth Area.
Extra Details
| Designer | Holman & Pye |
|---|---|
| Builder | Russell Anstey Yachts |
| Lying | Plymouth Area. |
| Fuel capacity | 68.0 ltr (15.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 136.0 ltr (29.9 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 09/01/2025 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 20hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Beta 20 BD 722 (2002) |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 2400 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 Blade Fixed |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 1.8 ltr (0.4 G) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 4 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 8 knots |
Engine serviced annually.
Dimensions
| LOA | 9.58m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 7.32m |
| Beam | 2.74m |
| Draft Min | 1.80m |
| Draft Max | 1.80m |
| Displacement | 5,791kg (12,769.2lbs) |
| Storage | Ashore |
Rig
Sloop rigged Boyce Aluminium spars () with stainless steel standing rigging (2017)
Sails
| Mainsail | Dart Sails - Slab () Stack Pack, Fully Battened, 3 Reefs |
|---|---|
| Headsail | Dart Sails - Furling () |
| Other sails | Head Sail (Dart Sails) () |
| Hanicon Inner Forstay (16 Sqm) () | |
| Storm Jib - Dayglo Orange () | |
| Spinnaker (Christopher Scanes - 33 Sqm) () | |
| Asymmetric (Cranfield Sails - 33m Sqm) () | |
| Heavy weather jib No 2 headsail on removable inner () |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Long keel |
| Finish | Gelcoat finish |
There is a cockpit table stored against the bulkhead in the heads.
The saloon cabin benches are both fitted with lee-clothes folded underneath the upholstered seat cushions.
The owner informs me that the crockery locker was built around what is believed may be the original porcelain plates, side plates and bowls. There is also plenty of cutlery, pots and pans all included in the boat's inventory.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Vac flush) |
Lavac Toilet Fitted.
0 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Grill | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Curtains | |
| Pressurised water system |
Lavac Toilet Fitted.
0 burner gas cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Sprayhood | |
| Spray dodgers | |
| Warps | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers |
2 halyard winches
4 sheet winches
Manual Simpson Lawrence Ltd windlass
2 anchors
(Rocna (15kg) & Fortress)
60.00m of chain
Sea Feather Mk V1 (New in 2017) windvane self-steering system
Wetline 230 RT dinghy ()
(Inflatable)
2.5hp outboard, Mercury - 2 Stroke ()
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| Wind | |
| Radar | |
| VHF | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| SSB | |
| GPS | |
| Autopilot | |
| Navtex | |
| Stereo | |
| Clock | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| AIS Receiver |
This boat is also fitted with a Wi-Fi AIS Transceiver, it, therefore, transmits the boats AIS position and receives other boats AIS positions simultaneously. This is an extremely costly piece of safety equipment and a very nice addition to the boat's inventory.
Safety Equipment
| Liferaft | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys | |
| Danbuoy | |
| Horn | |
| Boarding ladder | |
| Emergency steering |
2 bilge pumps (2 manual / 0 Electric)
Broker's Comments
Rustler 31s are renowned for their sailing performance, and cruising abilities with a good turn of speed if required. Comfortable accommodation with good headroom, and a recently installed galley will keep you happy when you are below decks.
They have an excellent reputation as a capable seaworthy yacht. renowned for their sailing performance, and cruising abilities with a good turn of speed when required.
She is also fitted out with a wind vane which is a fantastic addition to her inventory providing the skipper and crew the ability to make extended passages with ease.
This lovely boat has been owned for 5 years by her current owner. They have reluctantly placed her on the market due to health reasons.
So if you are considering a go-anywhere, safe and seaworthy cruiser this one should be on your shortlist and don't hesitate to contact me to book an early viewing of this exceptional boat!
The owner has compiled a full and detailed inventory of all the equipment to accompany this boat following the completion of the sale and is available upon request.
PLEASE NOTE: The liferaft and outboard engine are not included within the inventory of this boat, but could be available subject to separate negotiation.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
5 years.
Why are you selling her?
Health Reasons.
Where have you sailed her?
South & South West coast of the UK and across the English Channel.