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2008 Tartan 3700 CCR

Wakefield, Rhode Island

$249,000

TRUE NORTH” is an exceptionally well-equipped, late-model Tartan 3700 CCR. The CCR offers a higher aspect rig than the standard 3700 with remarkable performance and stability.  The carbon fiber rig is stronger, lighter, and stiffer than an aluminum mast and can carry a greater sail area while vastly improving sailing performance. 

From the desk of Tim Jackett, the sweeping lines, perfect proportions, and contemporary styling display an ideal blend of performance and tradition. Designed and built for the family that wants to both cruise and perform with all the comforts of home. Her “Beavertail” bulb keel with a draft of 5ft makes any gunkhole adventure more friendly. 

She is on her second owner and has benefited from spending most of her life on freshwater before she was relocated to Rhode Island in 2019. Currently privately docked and can be easily seen by appointment. 

Highlights Include:

  • Full suite of B&G electronics added in 2020

  • Carbon cutter CCR rig with self-tacking jib

  • Volvo D2 40 HP Saildrive with 1034 engine hours

  • Unlike most CCR’s “True North” has factory aluminum toe rails

 

Disclaimer

Essex Boat Works is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Northstar Yacht Sales, LLC.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: TRUE NORTH
Make: Tartan
Model: 3700 CCR
Year: 2008
Condition: Used
Category: Sail
Builder: Tartan Yachts, Ohio
Designer: Tim Jackett
Construction: Composite
Boat Hull ID: TCM37139J708
Has Hull ID: Yes
Keel Type: Bulb Keel

Dimensions

Length: 37 ft
Length Overall: 37 ft
Waterline Length: 32 ft
Beam: 12'6 ft
Max Draft: 5 ft
Min Draft: 5 ft
Bridge Clearance: 62'4 ft
Cabin Headroom: 6'2 ft
Dry Weight: 15,950 lb
Ballast: 6,000 lb
Electrical Circuit: 12 V
Cabins Count: 1

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Volvo Penta
  • Model: D2-40B
  • Drive Type: SailDrive
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 40hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Bronze, Feathering
  • Year: 2008
  • Engine Hours: 1034
  • Engine Location: Center
Cruising Speed: 6 kn
Maximum Speed: 7.5 kn
Displacement Type: Dry Load

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 1
Fuel Tank Capacity: 38 gal
Fuel Tank Material: Aluminum
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 80 gal
Water Tank Material: Aluminum
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 24 gal
Holding Tank Material: Plastic

Other

Drive Type: Sail
Windlass Type: Electric
Boat Class: Cruisers, Sloop

CONSTRUCTION REMARKS:

The forethought and craftsmanship that distinguish Tartan yachts are obvious in the 3700 design and construction. The frame is engineered to minimize weight and increase interior volume without sacrificing integrity. The hull is handcrafted with all structural triaxial FRP, linear foam core, and 100% epoxy resin, all vacuum-bagged and oven-baked. 

  • NPG Isophthalic gelcoat

  • Closed cell synthetic foam hull coring

  • “One shot” resin-infused hull laminate

  • Interior surfaces painted w/ enamel gelcoat 

  • Marelon flush thru-hull fittings

  • The deck is CNC-cut sealed end grain balsa coring, reinforced in local high-load areas 

  • Molded non-skid sections - painted tan 

  • T6 aluminum backing plates on all loaded deck hardware

  • Hull to deck joint is via S/S fasteners bonded w/ 3M 5200

HULL & DECK:

Hull: Flag Blue 

Covestripe: Gold leaf tape w/ red accent 

Boot Stripe: Double red

Bottom: Red - Interlux Micron CSC currently on (waterline, keel, and rudder painted, 2024 - bottom completely stripped, 2019)

  • Canvas in navy blue Sunbrella; Dodger w/ fwd opening center, Bimini w/ isinglass skylight 

  • Fairclough “boom tent” style winter cover - recently reworked 

  • Phifertex cockpit cushions in cream

  • Folding swim platform via block & tackle from the helm; non-skid surface & integrated telescoping S/S swim ladder

  • Scandvik pull-out transom shower w/ hot & cold mixing tap

  • (2) non-skid transom steps

  • Molded propane locker for (2) tanks

  • (2) S/S Dorade vent cowls w/ white interiors & guards

  • 316 S/S cast square deck plate stanchions, portside stanchions have outboard furling line leads

  • (6) Polished S/S 10” cleats

  • Custom fabricated S/S chocks

  • 44” Lewmar destroyer steering wheel 

  • Edson white pedestal - rack & pinion steering

  • (6) Bomar p-series low profile deck hatches - tinted

  • (13) Bomar opening ports w/ screens

  • Vinyl-coated lifelines

  • Jackline padeyes on deck & cockpit

  • (2) S/S grate aft deck drain scuppers 

  • (2) S/S grate cockpit scuppers

  • (3) Teak handrails - oiled

  • Teak taffrail

  • Folding teak cockpit table

  • Whale manual cockpit bilge gusher

  • Lewmar S/S V2 vertical windlass w/ open lid foot switches

  • Rocna 44 lb galvanized spade anchor (2023)

  • Lewmar 20 lb S/S delta anchor - factory, conveys as spare

  • 100 ft of ⅜ galvanized chain &  ⅝ nylon rode

  • S/S swivel anchor connector

  • Anchor locker divider - removable starboard piece

  • Raw water washdown hose in anchor locker

  • Freshwater deck spigot 

  • (4) molded cockpit cup holders 

  • Teak flagstaff w/ US ensign

NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT & ELECTRONICS:
  • B&G Zeus 3 12” MFD, plotter & radar in NavPod (2020)

  • B&G Halo 20+ radar dome - on Seaview mast mount w/ sail guard (2020)

  • B&G Triton 2 speed, depth, wind 

  • B&G Triton 2 4” combo display @ nav station (2020)

  • B&G Triton 2 Auto-pilot controller (helm) w/ WR10 wireless auto-pilot remote on a lanyard

  • Airmar transducers

  • Plastimo horizon 135 compass on S/S binnacle w/ plastic cover

  • ICOM ICM506 VHF w/ NIAS N2K @ nav station

  • ICOM Command Mic 

  • Fusion RA70NSX stereo receiver, w/ cabin & cockpit speakers (2020)

  • Sirius SRA50 satellite radio w/ antenna

  • 12V helm socket

ACCOMMODATIONS & INTERIOR:

The main salon has a large “U” shaped settee to starboard with a straight settee to port. Forward is the owner's stateroom with a double bed and twin hanging lockers.  The large, sit-down navigators station is midships to port with a lift top desk, panel switching, and storage. The galley is found on the starboard side and features sinks, stove/oven refrigeration/freezer, and ample countertop areas. The guest stateroom is aft of the galley with a large (just shy of a traditional queen) double bed, lockers, and shelving. 

 

True North’s interior is in warm cherry veneers, with solid cherry doors, cabinets, and drawer faces. The companionway steps are solid teak rounded plank. The cabin sole is un-brushed teak and holly. The cushioning is in plush ultra-leather deep blue. Light and fresh air are provided by six opening deck hatches and fifteen opening ports, all with screens and shades. 

 

SALON:

  • 6’2” headroom

  • Hella fans

  • Port settee - 5’11 long

  • Starboard settee converts to berth

  • Cherry drop-leaf dinette table

  • Pass through window to fwd stateroom

  • Overhead teak grab rails

  • Overhead dome lights

  • Reading lights

  • Floor courtesy lighting

  • OceanAir shade screens on all overhead hatches

  • Dovetail joinery on all drawers

 

FORWARD MASTER STATEROOM:

  • Custom mattress - 80” x 26” x 80”

  • Custom fitted sheets (2021)

  • (6) drawers beneath berth

  • Mirrored cedar-lined hanging lockers

  • Fiddled shelving on hullsides

  • Reading lights 

  • Hella fans

 

HEAD: 

  • Jabsco Quiet Flush electric toilet -fresh water, low volume flushing

  • 24-gallon holding tank w/ Y-valve overboard discharge

  • Holding tank remote gauge 

  • FRP surfaces for easy cleaning

  • Non-skid sole w/ floor drains & Rule sump pump

  • Granicote countertop w/ integral round sink & cherry fiddles

  • Separate shower stall w/ plexiglass door

  • L-shaped FRP molded shower seat 

  • Towel hooks

  • Hot/cold shower water mixing tap - single lever

  • Dome light 

 

GALLEY:

  • Granicote countertops w/ cherry fiddles & lift-up counter extension

  • Double S/S sinks - deep basin

  • Fresh water manual foot pump

  • Single lever hot/ cold high neck faucet 

  • Force-10 (3) burner gimbaled LPG stove w/ oven & broiler

  • Isotherm keel cooled 12V freezer & refrigeration 

  • Granicote tray style removable stove top

  • Hinged trash bin

 

AFT STATEROOM:

  • Custom mattress - 78” x 60” x 53”

  • Custom fitted sheets (2021)

  • Hella fan

  • Large cedar-lined hanging locker

  • Shelving on hullside

SPARS, RIGGING & SAIL INVENTORY:
  • Novis Marine carbon fiber tapered mast, keel stepped w/ double spreaders 

  • Tides Marine strong track system for mainsail luff 

  • Harken battcar mainsail system 

  • Novis Marine carbon fiber pocket boom w/ integral sail cover

  • Doyle mainsail cover in navy blue (2021)

  • Harken lazy jacks

  • (2) single line reefs led aft

  • (9) Spinlock rope clutches - all lines lead aft

  • Forespar rigid boom vang - white

  • 1x19 wire standing rigging on S/S turnbuckles & chainplates

  • Integrated split backstay adjuster

  • Winches; (2) Harken ST #53 2-speed secondaries, (1) Harken ST  #46 2-speed primary, (1) Harken ST #40 2-speed electric 

  • (2) Harken cruising 1 & 2 headstay furlers

  • Allen self self-tacking jib system

  • Internal halyard leads

  • Wichard key pin shackles on halyard ends

  • Yacht braid halyards & sheets - assorted lines have been replaced (2022)

  • Sobstad Sail Inventory; Fully Battened Main, RF 150% Reacher, RF Jib

ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING & MECHANICAL SYSTEMS:
  • Xantrex Freedom 10 charger & inverter

  • LINK 2000 inverter control panel

  • Batteries; (8) AGM G27 

  • 30 AMP/ 120V shore power w/ (2) cords

  • 200W solar panel wired to house bank

  • Xintex LPG solenoid sniffer

  • Shurflo Aqua King 3 fresh water pump

  • Rule 1100 GPH bilge pump on 35A Rule-A-Matic float switch

  • Isotherm 8-gallon hot water tank -110v or engine 

  • Cruisair split unit Air conditioning w/ Reverse cycle heating -16K BTU

  • Cruisair RX16 condenser

  • Dometic TV16 evaporator

  • Groco ARG750 bronze raw water strainer

  • Volvo Penta D2-40B diesel engine- 1034 hrs (Clocked 5/24) 

  • New VP impeller (2024)

  • VP 130SR-B Saildrive - 2.19 ratio

  • VP fuel filter

  • VP nibral folding 3-blade propeller

  • Volvo EVC digital engine, tach & hour meter gauge

  • Volvo 60 AMP alternator

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.

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