Step aboard MATILDA and it's immediately clear: this is not a "pretty at the dock" Hylas 46 that still needs years of catch-up work. This is a Frers-designed offshore platform that was chosen for the right reasons, then systematically upgraded for real passagemaking and delivered through a major cruising program - so the next owner can skip the expensive learning curve and go sailing.
The Hylas 46 has earned its reputation as one of the most capable bluewater cruisers in her class: a confident hull form with a seakindly motion, serious structural pedigree, and the interior volume to live aboard comfortably. MATILDA elevates that foundation with the upgrades that matter most when the miles add up: new rigging (2022), a Doyle mainsail (2024), lithium house capacity, watermaker, generator, modern nav, and shorthanded-friendly deck gear - exactly where ownership costs typically spike on comparable boats.
Add in the practical advantages buyers care about right now - US Flag, Duty Paid, and a 63' ICW mast - and MATILDA becomes a rare combination of offshore readiness and U.S. cruising flexibility. If you're shopping Hylas 46s to actually use them as intended, this is the one that's already been brought forward.
Key Features
US Flag, Duty Paid
63' ICW mast height
World ARC prepared & proven (2022-2023 program)
New standing & running rigging (2022)
Doyle Maxi-Roach mainsail (2024)
Northern Lights 6 kW generator (2019) - 2,811 hrs
Battle Born LiFePO4 house bank (2019) - 2 x 270Ah
CruiseRO watermaker 36 gph (2019)
B&G Zeus chartplotter at helm (2025)
Starlink
AutoProp 3-blade (rebuilt 2024)
Three-zone Dometic reverse-cycle A/C (new 2019)
Electric primary winches for shorthanded ease
Two staterooms + convertible saloon berths, two ensuite heads, separate shower stall aft, washer/dryer
Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
SPECIFICATIONS
Basic Boat Info
BuilderHylas
Model46
CategoryCenter Cockpit
TypeSail
Year2002
HIN/IMOHSY46046B102
ConditionUsed
Fuel TypeDiesel
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Number of Engines1
Dimensions
LOA46' 3"
Beam13' 9"
Max Draft6' 6"
Dry Weight0 LBS
Engines
MakeYanmar
Drive TypeDirect
Engine Power55.93 KW
Year2002
Model4JH3-TE
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
Engines1
Tanks
Fuel Tank172 GAL
Fresh Water134 GAL
Holding Tank54 GAL
Other
Displacement27,777 LBS
Keel TypeBulb Keel
Ballast12,346 LBS
Cabins2
ADDITIONAL INFO
Step aboard MATILDA and it's immediately clear: this is not a "pretty at the dock" Hylas 46 that still needs years of catch-up work. This is a Frers-designed offshore platform that was chosen for the right reasons, then systematically upgraded for real passagemaking.
FULL DETAILS
interior accommodations and layout
Two private staterooms fore and aft, each with ensuite head
Convertible berths in the saloon
Teak interior with varnished finish
Teak & holly sole throughout
Wahlee stone countertops in galley and both heads
Cedar-lined hanging lockers
Three (3) Dometic reverse-cycle A/C units (new 2019)
main saloon
Solid teak dinette to port with removable leaf (converts to double berth)
Starboard settee converts/pulls out for a wide sea berth
Ultra-leather cushions throughout
Tankage located under the saloon sole (maximizes locker volume)
Excellent storage with louvered doors for ventilation
Nearly 7' headroom at peak
master stateroom and head (aft)
Centerline queen berth; custom spring mattress (2019)
Hanging lockers port and starboard + full-length deep hanging locker centerline
Vanity to port with fold-up mirror and drawer + cabinetry
Drawers/cabinetry under berth
Fresh-water toilet; dedicated 27-gallon holding tank with dual "Y" valve system (overboard / deck pumpout)
Separate shower stall with molded floor, in-floor sump and electric pump switch
Splendide washer/dryer (vented overboard)
vip stateroom and head (forward)
Pullman-style double berth to port (full double, 6'6" length)
Drawers under berth, lockers, shelves, and cabinetry for extended cruising storage
Fresh-water toilet; dedicated 27-gallon holding tank with dual "Y" valve system (overboard / deck pumpout)
Shower with molded floor, in-floor sump, and electric pump switch
galley
Secure "alleyway" configuration for offshore cooking on either tack
CruiseRO watermaker 36 gph (2019)
Force 10 gimbaled 3-burner stove with oven and broiler; two (2) 5-lb propane tanks
Xintex propane monitor with two sensors
Technautics Coolblue refrigeration/freezers (separate refrigerator and freezer compartments; 11 cu ft)
Large stainless sink; UV water filter + manual foot pump at sink
Pressure fresh water with redundant pumps and pressure tank
6-gallon hot water heater (engine or 120VAC)
Slide-out trash container with positive locking door; slide-out chopping block
Microwave oven
nav station, electronic systems and helm station
Dedicated nav station with upholstered swivel seat (adjustable height)
12V and 120V distribution panels at nav station
B&G Zeus chartplotter at helm (new 2025)
B&G autopilot with helm controls, bluetooth remote, hydraulic ram at quadrant
B&G speed/depth/wind displays (cockpit and nav station)
Icom IC-M803 SSB transceiver
Icom IC-M330 VHF with AIS; two handheld VHF radios
ACR EPIRB; Starlink
hull
Solid hand-laid fiberglass (no core) with vinylester resins and isophthalic gel coat
Twaron fiber reinforcement throughout hull
Lead keel with 1 1/2" stainless keel bolts
Bonding/grounding system including copper grounding straps
Bronze through-hulls and valves bonded and grounded
deck
Solid GRP in high-stress and deck fitting areas
Molded-in non-skid in AWLGrip linen beige
Dorade ventilation (screened)
Sunbrella dodger and bimini (blue, 2019)
Stern hardware includes liferaft storage arrangement and boarding gate
ground tackle
Rocna (New Zealand) 33kg/66lb primary anchor with 250' 3/8" galvanized chain (2019)
Maxwell 2200 windlass with foot switches; controls duplicated at helm (motor replaced 2019)
Stainless stemhead fitting with split bow roller and stowage for two anchors
Stainless striker plate for bow protection
Anchor rode locker behind windlass; split for two rodes
Fresh water washdown hose in chain locker
cockpit
Dodger and bimini (blue, 2019)
Leather-wrapped stainless wheel
Whitlock pedestal, single-lever engine control
Teak swing-up cockpit table
Waterproof cockpit cushions
mast, rigging, sails and winches
Selden aluminum mast, double spreaders, electric in-mast furling
New standing and running rigging (2022)
Selden downwind pole (2023)
Doyle Maxi-Roach mainsail (2024)
Doyle 135% genoa on Furlex 400; Doyle staysail on Furlex 300
Two dedicated holding tanks: 27 gallons each, dual "Y" valves
Hot water heater: 6 gallons (engine or 120VAC)
Pressure fresh water with redundant pumps and pressure tank
UV water filter
Watermaker: CruiseRO 36 gph (2019)
electrical
House bank: Battle Born LiFePO4 2 x 270Ah (2019)
Start batteries: Two G24 Bosch (engine and generator start, 2019)
Separate 24VDC bow thruster batteries
Balmar 200A alternator
Magnum 2000W inverter / smart charger
Shore power: 50A connector with 50A and 30A plugs
Flexible solar panels on bimini (2019)
safety
Viking 4-person life raft (needs recertification)
Collision compartments fore and aft
Redundant bilge pumps with float switches
High-water bilge alarm
Whale Gusher manual bilge pump
ACR EPIRB
Emergency tiller
broker's comments
MATILDAis a standoutHylas 46because the high-impact, high-cost categories that typically define "readiness" have already been addressed:rigging,sail inventory,power generation,watermaking,lithium capacity, andmodern navigation. AddUS Flag,Duty Paidstatus andICW-friendly mast height, and she becomes an unusually versatile offshore cruiser for U.S.-based owners planning real use.