Trawlers for sale

What is a trawler?

Characteristics of a trawler

By origin, a trawler is a fishing boat, but can now also be a pleasure boat. It is generally between 8 and 20 metres long. Taking its inspiration from the hulls of fishing trawlers, the pleasure trawler is noted for its greater sophistication and its ability to remain at sea for a long time. Boaters appreciate trawlers for their comfort and autonomy.

A trawler is easily recognisable from other habitable boats due to its atypical hull. Just like the hulls of fishing trawlers, the pleasure trawler is based on Archimedes' principle, i.e. the hull displaces the water but does not lift up out of it: no planing occurs. This structural aspect gives the boat optimal stability when sailing. However, this limits the cruising speed to no more than 10 knots. To improve this performance, many pleasure trawlers use a semi-planing hull: the front of the hull has a V shape which gradually fades towards the rear. Regardless of hull type, the pleasure trawler is still a safe and dependable marine vessel, even in difficult conditions. The pleasure trawler is popular for two principal reasons:

• Living space: Its high freeboard and large hull volume offer you a living space worthy of a mini house but on the water. The design of a trawler is based more on the on board living comforts than looks and aesthetics. The imposing roof offers the advantage of a very large saloon and spacious cabins. The storage capacity is also very impressive on a trawler. No need to think about optimising the contents of your luggage, there is room for everything on board, so you can empty your cupboards and take everything you want, a great advantage! Outside, the wide gangways provide easy movement between the living area and the access to the deck.
• Autonomy: a trawler is designed to have a large fuel tank. In addition to this size advantage, it also benefits from significant water reserves, enough to take you to distant shores where you hadn't dared to venture before now.