2017 Knierim 53' _{(16.15 m)} FC 53

Overview

The Knierim FC 53 was specifically designed to embark on a solo circumnavigation while also providing a comfortable cruising interior for offshore living and cruising. This remarkable vessel has achieved incredible success in racing, especially in the Northeast region, taking part in various single-handed races to Newport-Bermuda and double-handed events. 

Overseen by the meticulous and skilled team at Knierim, KIWI SPIRIT II was born out of a passion for excellence and sailing desire. This cruising and racing sailboat was explicitly designed for those who seek unrivaled performance at sea along with the comfort and aesthetics of a modern sailing yacht. Its ability to seamlessly meet the demands of both cruising and racing sets it apart as a truly unique vessel in its class.

On the interior, KIWI SPIRIT II does not fail to deliver on comforts. Her spacious and tastefully designed saloon offers an inviting space for relaxation and entertainment. She comes equipped with a fully stocked galley, allowing for ease in meal preparations whether at port or out in the open seas. The yacht's intelligent design makes the most out of every square inch available, providing ample storage areas even with its sporting layout.

Key Features

• High-performance cruiser-racer

• Optional configuration for single-handed sailing

• Fully equipped with a cruising interior for comfort

• Spacious cockpit featuring a durable carbon fiber hard dodger

Walkthrough

Upon entering from the spacious cockpit you descend into the salon. Positioned to port is the galley, followed by the head located directly behind it. Moving aft, you will find the workshop and electrical cabinets. 

Another complete head and stall shower can be found on the starboard side, with a guest cabin located aft featuring single berths that can be converted into a double berth with the use of a filler. The engine compartment is situated between this cabin and the workshop on the port side.

The spacious salon is forward featuring a dinette on the port side and a couch on the starboard side. Continuing forward, you will find the master cabin with a double berth on the port side and a hanging locker on the starboard side. Further ahead, there is storage space and a watertight door leading to the forepeak for storing sails and lines.

Salon

Upon entering the full beam salon from the cockpit, you will find a U-shaped dinette with a spacious dining table located to the port side. On the starboard side, there is a couch, with the navigation table situated directly behind it. KIWI SPIRIT II can comfortably seat up to six guests in its beautifully crafted and inviting salon space. The salon is flooded with abundant natural light from portlights in the hull which enhance the sense of openness. Additionally, carbon fiber storm covers are available for the windows to ensure offshore protection.

Galley

Located directly behind the salon, the galley is equipped with an electric two burner induction stove top, a Bomann oven, a stainless-steel double sink, a top loading Isotherm fridge freezer, and plenty of storage space in the five outboard cupboards for extended cruising trips.

Guest Stateroom

The guest cabin is situated on the starboard side of the navigation area. It features two single berths that can transform into a double berth with the use of a filler piece. With its own ensuite bathroom and shower, this cabin provides a private space for guests while also serving as a common day head accessible from the main salon. The shower is separate and enclosed in its own stall for added convenience. Furthermore, an emergency exit hatch can be found at the aft section of this cabin.

Owner's Stateroom

Forward of the salon is the owner's stateroom, where you will find a comfortable double berth with a fan and reading lamps on the bulkhead. This stateroom boasts generous port and starboard hull ports, allowing ample natural light to flood the cabin. Additionally, a sizable overhead hatch enhances the cabin's illumination and ventilation. On the port side, there are five spacious lockers and two large drawers beneath the berth. To starboard, you will find four more substantial drawers, a hanging closet, and a compact workspace.

Forward Workroom

Forward of the owner’s stateroom is a storage area with lockers both port and starboard with canvas covers to enable storage of lines, spare parts, and other necessary equipment.

Bow/Sail Locker

Forward of the workroom is the storage area for sails, spare lines, and halyards. This space is equipped with a watertight door that can be closed in the event of flooding. Additionally, a deck hatch not only allows entry from the outside but also ensures ample natural light and ventilation.

Communication and Navigation Equipment

• 2 x B&G autopilots 

• Fusion stereo

• B&G H 100 wireless handset

• B&G H 50 wireless handset

• B&G multi-function display

• Depth sounder

• Log speed

• Wind speed and direction

• Thrane and Thrane satellite phone

• Sirius XM satellite radio

• Cockpit speakers

• Carbon bracket for B&G radar 

• Mantagua nav lights

• Mantagua spreader lights

• Mantagua masthead light

Electrical Equipment

• 2 x Electrical Systems: 24V direct current, 230V alternation current

• 2 x Watt and Sea Cruising 600W hydrogenerators

• 4 x 112-Watt solar panels are mounted on the hard dodger

• 1 x 12V 100Ah engine start battery

• 4 x MasterVolt MLI Ultra 24V 180Ah Lithium-Ion battery (house battery)

• 2 x Mass Combi Ultra 24V/ 3500W invertor/charger

• Mass GI 7 isolation transformer

• 24V MasterVolt Alpha 110A alternator

• MasterVolt Alpha Pro II 3-step charge regulator 

• 4 x Watt and Sea MPPT hydrogenator - converter

• 2 x Air conditioning units 36,000 BTU total

• 1 x Engine room which serves aft cabin and salon

• 1 x Starboard side locker which serves owner’s stateroom forward

Mechanical Equipment

• Volvo D2-75 75hp diesel engine

• Sail drive 

• Next-Gen generator

• Gori folding prop 20 x 15 3-bladed 

• Twin watermakers 

• 2 x Diesel fuel tanks 78 gallons- port 78 gallons- starboard

• 2 x Water tanks total capacity 188 gallons deck fill starboard side, port is filled by pumping water from starboard to port tank

• Hydraulic control system for keel, backstay, and vang

• Sleipner Bow and stern thrusters

• Electric bilge pumps

• Vessel is equipped with Marco saltwater ballast, water is transferred by an electric pump

• Twin rudder system with independent gear linked together so if one fails it will not affect the other

• Emergency tiller 

• B&G multi-function display on the port helm with B&G autopilot control and back up 

• B&G multi-function display on starboard helm with additional autopilot control and bow and stern thruster controls

• Lewmar 24v anchor windlass

Rig and Deck Gear

• Lorimar rig 

• Mainsail 102m2

• Genoa 70m2

• Staysail 39m2

• Gennaker 160m2

• Displacement empty 10,500kg

• Displacement loaded 14350kg

• Enerpac mast jack system 

• Kevlar runners

• Carbon vang gooseneck

• Carbon gooseneck

• Mast jammers for staysail, genoa, spinnaker, gennaker and lazy jacks

• Reckman maxJ Genoa furler with carbon foils 

• Facnor staysail furler with carbon foils 

• Standing rigging ECSIX 

• Doyle mainsail fully battened 

• Doyle headsail on furler

• Doyle asymmetrical on furler

• Doyle J2 on furler 

Cockpit

KIWI SPIRIT II boasts a spacious and conveniently accessible cockpit. It features a lengthy couch with seating on both the port and starboard side, accompanied by a sizable table in the center for socializing and drink storage. 

To shield from the elements, there is a substantial carbon fiber hard dodger that also houses the solar panels. 

The main engine driving controls are located on the starboard helm. Positioned between the twin wheels is the hydraulic control station for the vang, J2 and the mainsail winch. All sail handling lines are thoughtfully led back to the cockpit for effortless control and convenience.

Broker Remarks

Freshly campaigned and prepared for another voyage around the globe. As a result of revised arrangements, KIWI SPIRIT II is now available, possibly for the upcoming solo challenge in 2027. Situated in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, equipped with a recently refurbished Volvo engine. Its cruising interior offers comfort, speed, and ease of sailing, making it suitable for a couple or solo racer navigating around the world.

Offering a 2 or 3-year lease/charter with a purchase option, KIWI SPIRIT II presents an exceptional and advantageous opportunity for interested parties. 

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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