Chantier de Thuin Freycinet
Basic data
| Category: | Houseboat |
| Year of construction: | 1965 |
| Length: | 3800 cm |
| width: | 500 cm |
| Depth: | 100 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | Cummins |
| Berth: |
municipality, Belgium
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Specifications
This steel inland vessel of the Freycinet type was built in 1965 by the Belgian shipyard Chantier Naval de Thuin. With a length of 38 meters and a width of 5 meters, the ship offers significant interior space, making it suitable for various applications such as living, working, or commercial activities. The hull is flat-bottomed, which is typical for this type of canal ship and ensures stable positioning in shallow waters in rivers.
Construction and Technical Specifications
The hull is made of steel, a material known for its robustness and durability. The ship is registered under the Belgian flag with registration number PL099. The VAT has been paid, and documentation is available in the form of a "certificat de coque."
The draft is 1 meter, making the ship suitable for use on inland waters with limited depth. Steering is done via a joystick, which increases maneuverability, especially in narrow waterways. The ship is equipped with a double rudder system, contributing to better control while sailing.
Motorization and Power Supply
Propulsion is provided by a Cummins diesel engine. This engine is operational and has an average fuel consumption of approximately 5 liters per hour. The fuel tank has a capacity of 1600 liters, providing a wide range. The cruising speed is around 25 kilometers per hour.
For power supply, the ship is equipped with a combination of an alternator, battery charger, inverter, and solar panels. There are four batteries on board with a total capacity of 360 Ah. Additionally, there is a Fischer generator with a power of 9 kVA, which allows for extra power supply when stationary or in the absence of shore power. The electrical installation operates on both 220V and 24V.
Interior and Accommodation
The accommodation on board is functionally arranged and offers two fixed berths. The facilities include a stove, microwave, mattresses, and hot water. The toilet is electric and discharges directly into open water. The living space has been partially adapted for a specific project: the owner has started converting the cargo hold into a music studio. The cargo hold has been repainted and features a raised floor on adjustable legs, providing access to the hull and creating space for technical installations.
Navigation and Equipment
In terms of navigation, the ship is equipped with a fishfinder. The onboard instruments include a fuel tank gauge, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, and tachometer. For anchoring, there are two anchors present, attached with chain and operated via a manual windlass. Externally, the ship is equipped with a crane (hoist), facilitating the loading and unloading of goods or equipment.
Extras and Safety
A Talamex dinghy is available, providing extra mobility on the water. For safety, the ship is equipped with a lifebuoy and an electric bilge pump.
Usage and Maintenance
The ship was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2023, during which an antifouling treatment was also performed. The former inland vessel has been used for both residential and commercial purposes.
Summary
This 38-meter Freycinet ship offers a solid foundation for various applications. The combination of spacious dimensions, steel construction, working engine, and available facilities makes the ship suitable for further conversion into a houseboat, floating studio, or business space. The already started conversion of the cargo hold into a music studio shows the ship's potential for creative or commercial projects. Thanks to the flat bottom and limited draft, the ship is widely deployable on inland waters.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Chantier de Thuin Freycinet is on Saturday 12 July 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in municipality (BE).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- The boat comes with a dinghy
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Chantier de Thuin |
| Type | Freycinet |
| Length | 3800 |
| Width | 500 |
| Depth | 100 |
| Year of construction | 1965 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2023 |
| Hull shape | Flat bottom |
| Control | Joystick |
| Rudder | Double |
| Cooker | |
| Microwave | |
| Curtains | |
| Warm water | |
| Toilet | Electric |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | Yes |
| Dinghy | Yes |
| Life buoy | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Anchor(s) | 2 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Crane |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Brand motor | Cummins |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Consumption | 5 |
| Tank capacity in liters | 1600 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Tachometer | |
| Number of batteries present | 4 |
| Total battery capacity | 360 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Inverter | |
| Voltmeter | |
| Solar panel | |
| 220V | |
| 24V |
This steel inland vessel of the Freycinet type was built in 1965 by the Belgian shipyard Chantier Naval de Thuin. With a length of 38 meters and a width of 5 meters, the ship offers significant interior space, making it suitable for various applications such as living, working, or commercial activities. The hull is flat-bottomed, which is typical for this type of canal ship and ensures stable positioning in shallow waters in rivers.
Construction and Technical Specifications
The hull is made of steel, a material known for its robustness and durability. The ship is registered under the Belgian flag with registration number PL099. The VAT has been paid, and documentation is available in the form of a "certificat de coque."
The draft is 1 meter, making the ship suitable for use on inland waters with limited depth. Steering is done via a joystick, which increases maneuverability, especially in narrow waterways. The ship is equipped with a double rudder system, contributing to better control while sailing.
Motorization and Power Supply
Propulsion is provided by a Cummins diesel engine. This engine is operational and has an average fuel consumption of approximately 5 liters per hour. The fuel tank has a capacity of 1600 liters, providing a wide range. The cruising speed is around 25 kilometers per hour.
For power supply, the ship is equipped with a combination of an alternator, battery charger, inverter, and solar panels. There are four batteries on board with a total capacity of 360 Ah. Additionally, there is a Fischer generator with a power of 9 kVA, which allows for extra power supply when stationary or in the absence of shore power. The electrical installation operates on both 220V and 24V.
Interior and Accommodation
The accommodation on board is functionally arranged and offers two fixed berths. The facilities include a stove, microwave, mattresses, and hot water. The toilet is electric and discharges directly into open water. The living space has been partially adapted for a specific project: the owner has started converting the cargo hold into a music studio. The cargo hold has been repainted and features a raised floor on adjustable legs, providing access to the hull and creating space for technical installations.
Navigation and Equipment
In terms of navigation, the ship is equipped with a fishfinder. The onboard instruments include a fuel tank gauge, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, and tachometer. For anchoring, there are two anchors present, attached with chain and operated via a manual windlass. Externally, the ship is equipped with a crane (hoist), facilitating the loading and unloading of goods or equipment.
Extras and Safety
A Talamex dinghy is available, providing extra mobility on the water. For safety, the ship is equipped with a lifebuoy and an electric bilge pump.
Usage and Maintenance
The ship was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2023, during which an antifouling treatment was also performed. The former inland vessel has been used for both residential and commercial purposes.
Summary
This 38-meter Freycinet ship offers a solid foundation for various applications. The combination of spacious dimensions, steel construction, working engine, and available facilities makes the ship suitable for further conversion into a houseboat, floating studio, or business space. The already started conversion of the cargo hold into a music studio shows the ship's potential for creative or commercial projects. Thanks to the flat bottom and limited draft, the ship is widely deployable on inland waters.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Chantier de Thuin Freycinet is on Saturday 12 July 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in municipality (BE).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- The boat comes with a dinghy
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Chantier de Thuin |
| Type | Freycinet |
| Length | 3800 |
| Width | 500 |
| Depth | 100 |
| Year of construction | 1965 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2023 |
| Hull shape | Flat bottom |
| Control | Joystick |
| Rudder | Double |
| Cooker | |
| Microwave | |
| Curtains | |
| Warm water | |
| Toilet | Electric |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | Yes |
| Dinghy | Yes |
| Life buoy | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Anchor(s) | 2 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Crane |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Brand motor | Cummins |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Consumption | 5 |
| Tank capacity in liters | 1600 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Tachometer | |
| Number of batteries present | 4 |
| Total battery capacity | 360 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Inverter | |
| Voltmeter | |
| Solar panel | |
| 220V | |
| 24V |
