A GREAT OPPORTUNITY JUST CAME UP
PRICE REDUCED TO $550,000 CAD
Ignition Marine Yacht Sales is pleased to announce this beautiful Long Range 74’ 7” (22.8m) Custom passage maker, has just been reduced in PRICE!!
Presenting a magnificent off-shore vessel ordered by Mr. William Weinberg in the early 1960s and meticulously crafted by George Moore. This exceptional yacht boasts unparalleled craftsmanship and luxury that defined an era. She was built to easily cruise across from California to Hawaii, because of Mr. Weinburg's business dealings in both areas. But she has seen many other adventures over time. She has been chosen many times as the yacht leading the Del Rey Yacht Club's prestigious Regatta to Acapulco. Has taken students out on discovery trips to remote southern islands. In movies with Harrison Ford and in the series Hart-to-Hart. Now located in the Pacific Northwest exploring the breathtaking coastlines of Canada and up to Alaska. This vessel embodies a legacy of adventure and elegance. The Naval Architect – GEORGE W. MOORE – was given this project in the 60s and "PIONEER" became a reality. George W. Moore’s background comes from being part of reestablishing the Royal British Naval fleet after WWII. His extensive knowledge of how to build a ship, not a boat, was very important to Mr. Weinberg. This vessel was built for the purpose of crossing oceans, and it was a must to have an exceptional long range. But the living space was not to be neglected and had to have a particular style according to Mr. Weinberg’s tastes. Finalizing a build location and sourcing out the best equipment and materials was figured out and the Kettenburg yard was it. During 1964 to 1967 they created this masterpiece. "PIONEER” was launched from San Diego. "PIONEER" has left her mark where ever she has landed. Many trips back and forth to Hawaii. This vessel has history and an amazing story. The beautiful interior with gorgeous teak, dark walnut and mahogany throughout, made every trip very comfortable. The exterior deck creates a fabulous spot to dine out and enjoy. The engine room is so well designed that little has changed there. Engine rebuilds took place in 2012. Tank cleaning in 2022. Hull maintenance over the years is minimal. The 6" hull design is fiberglassed in a very special way. Remember Mr. Moore built war ships. The 6" hull is multiple layers, inside and outside of Woven Roving with "Hetron 92" polyester flame retarded resin fiberglass. Then in between this is filled with Flyash up to 3' from bottom and then a Micro Ballon dense resin is poured into voids. Nothing is going to make a dent in that hull. The whole bottom contains 12 fuel tanks holding 4,000 gallons of diesel. You bring along your own Esso station.....Hit the ignition and off she glides along, so smooth and quietly. "PIONEER" is a gem and there is nothing like her. "PIONEER" is currently for sale and has been reduced again to make this affordable for you. If you are looking for that special yacht, give me a call.
Attention: USA Buyers
Good news — This boat was built in the USA, so there areno Added Tariffswhen importing it into the United States.
Let us arrange a delivery with a qualified skipper. Easy documentation process and transferring this beauty into your name!
The vessel's walk-in mechanical space is located mid ship and is a true workshop allowing great access to the heart of Pioneer. Three water tight/sound proof doors gives you access to the space. The room includes the main engines, generators, fuel transfer pumps & polishing for 12 fuel tanks, New Lithium battery bank, fully equipped marine workshop, electrical panels, hot water system, water maker, 100gal bulk oil tank, stabilizers.
Range est - 3300 miles
Both Engines:
Single Engine:
Three level vessel, starting up top, the open flybridge w/helm. The Main deck includes the main living quarters, the wheelhouse, a full-walk around covered exterior deck and the cockpit dining space. Lower level includes the staterooms, heads and engine room
Upper deck
Main Deck
Lower Deck
Galley Equipment
Laundry Equipment
Pioneer's 12 fuel tanks are configured with 4 on each side and 4 down the middle. (numbered... S 1-4, C 1-4, and P 1-4). There are no fuel tanks below the starboard and port bilges which are on either side of the center fuel tanks (C-2 & C3) and inboard of the starboard and port fuel tanks.
Fuel tanks C 2 & C 3 are the main tanks (approximately 900-1200 US gallons each) for balanced storage when the fuel capacity drops to some point around 50%+/-. Both C 2 & C 3 have heavy duty large commercial gauges that are connected to fuel float sensors in each tank.
Tank C 2 fuel tank is connected (plumbed) to the 2 fuel circulating pumps and one manual fuel pump which when turned on operates continuously polishing the fuel, pumping the fuel through 2 large Luberfiner 750 filters. From the polisher, the fuel moves directly to the day tank, which feeds the running engines. A final cleaning takes place and the fuel passes through a set of DAHL filters, which each engine has in place. Excess fuel recirculates back to tank C 2 at a high volume flow.
The other 10 fuel tanks are much smaller (90-350 gallons) due to their location and the shape of the full displacement hull. They have no fuel level gauges, using a rather simple system to monitor the fuel, which is a 6"-8" chain ring that is placed over the individual tank's on/off brass suction valve after the tank's fuel has been transferred to C 2 (or to another tank). There are 2 larger fuel transfer pumps for high speed transferring of large quantities of diesel fuel from one tank to another. Also, the ability to transfer fuel to another vessel or storage tank.
In addition to the 2 large primary fuel filters, and medium size secondary fuel filters, one for each engine, each engine’s fuel pump has a small fuel filter which together add up to an outstanding foolproof system for safe operation of Pioneer in the worst sea conditions and in the event of taking on dirty fuel.
Water, sludge, and the diesel bug have never been an issue. The insulation from the 6" thick F/G hull with built in F/G fuel tanks has eliminated condensation problems and any chance of fuel tank issues.
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
