Lifeboat 800
Basic data
| Category: | Sloop |
| Year of construction: | 1956 |
| Length: | 800 cm |
| width: | 300 cm |
| Depth: | 200 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | Mercedez-Benz |
| Berth: |
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Specifications
Characterful lifeboat tender vici for boating enjoyment
meet vici, a tough 1956 lifeboat tender 800 with a striking black hull and an open layout that immediately invites long days on the water. she is built in steel with a riveted construction and a round-bilge hull shape, giving her that classic, robust look that enthusiasts of an authentic steel tender often seek. with a length of around 8 metres and generous deck space, the boat is ideally suited as an amsterdam canal tender for day trips, drinks on board and relaxed cruising with friends or family on inland waterways, lakes and rivers.
vici has built up a fine history over the past years. according to the owners, she was likely built in friesland, later bought from a farmer in friesland and eventually ended up with enthusiasts who tackled her with great care. in the summer of 2024 she changed hands again and since then her character and space have been thoroughly enjoyed, including during summer cruises and swim stops on the nieuwe meer. she is now ready for a next owner looking for a unique party boat with classic lines and practical amenities.
what makes vici special as an amsterdam canal tender?
vici combines the look of a classic lifeboat tender with a layout that suits social cruising. the fixed benches, spacious cockpit and practical outdoor helm position make her suitable for groups who like to sit outside together. thanks to her steel, riveted build the boat feels solid, and her round-bilge underwater hull contributes to a calm, steady presence on the water. this is the kind of tender you arrive in and people take a second look at—precisely because she is not just another polyester tender, but a characterful steel boat with history.
how does she handle and how is she steered?
she is steered with a wheel from an outside helm position, which is pleasant for visibility when cruising through canals, on lakes or on rivers. the steering system is hydraulic (allpa), designed for smooth steering, also at lower speeds and during harbour manoeuvres. vici has a single rudder and no bow thruster, which fits her classic setup. propulsion runs via a hydraulic gearbox and a left-hand rotating propeller. together this provides a direct, no-nonsense boating experience that matches the character of a lifeboat tender.
which engine is installed and what can you expect?
the boat is fitted with a mercedes-benz om 636 diesel engine, a 4-cylinder inboard with electric start. the stated output is 32 hp, while 40 hp is also mentioned in the supplied description; interested parties are advised to verify this during an inspection or by checking the engine data. the engine is operational and instruments on board include a fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge and temperature gauge. there is one known point of attention: the starter motor is older and may therefore not always engage immediately. this is important information for anyone buying a classic diesel boat and wanting to know what to expect.
what about electricity and lighting on board?
vici is equipped with shore power, a battery charger and an alternator, and there are two batteries on board. the supplied information also mentions a victronenergy installation that allows battery status to be monitored via bluetooth, plus a system for alternator fault notifications and a cooling fan in the engine box. for ambience and visibility she is fitted with navigation and stern lighting, and there is also mention of led lighting in the cabin and rgb led strips around the boat for extra atmosphere during evening cruises. this makes her interesting for anyone looking for a party boat that also feels comfortable after sunset.
is there comfort on board for longer days?
for day trips she is practically arranged. there is a manual toilet installed in the cabin, and the cabin is fitted with lighting. outside you will find, among other things, outdoor cushions, cover(s) and a swim ladder, making her suitable for summer days with swimming and mooring up. there is also an anchor with line attachment and a manual anchor winch. these are exactly the details that make a day on the water just that bit more relaxed, especially if you like to stop in a beautiful spot.
which equipment and documents are included?
when sold via boatauction, vici is supplied with the available ownership and purchase documentation, including a purchase contract from private sellers. technical documentation for the mercedes-benz diesel engine is also available. on board remain, among other items, the steering system with wheel, fixed benches, an aluminium helm console storage box, fenders, anchor and mooring lines. safety equipment is also present, including four life jackets and an electric bilge pump. the description additionally mentions further safety equipment such as a fire extinguisher and first-aid kit; please verify during inspection what is exactly on board at the time of handover.
vici is therefore an attractive choice for anyone searching terms such as lifeboat tender for sale, 8-metre steel tender, classic amsterdam tender, party boat tender, or mercedes om 636 tender. she offers presence, space and a solid basis for long summer days on the water, with the honest character of a boat that has already lived a life and is ready for new memories.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Lifeboat 800 is on Saturday 20 June 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Amsterdam (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- 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 | Lifeboat |
| Type | 800 |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 300 |
| Depth | 200 |
| Year of construction | 1956 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Hull shape | Roundbilge |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Dinghy | No |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Line |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Boat cover(s) | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Mercedez-Benz |
| Model engine | OM 636 |
| Power (hp) | 32 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Shore power |
Characterful lifeboat tender vici for boating enjoyment
meet vici, a tough 1956 lifeboat tender 800 with a striking black hull and an open layout that immediately invites long days on the water. she is built in steel with a riveted construction and a round-bilge hull shape, giving her that classic, robust look that enthusiasts of an authentic steel tender often seek. with a length of around 8 metres and generous deck space, the boat is ideally suited as an amsterdam canal tender for day trips, drinks on board and relaxed cruising with friends or family on inland waterways, lakes and rivers.
vici has built up a fine history over the past years. according to the owners, she was likely built in friesland, later bought from a farmer in friesland and eventually ended up with enthusiasts who tackled her with great care. in the summer of 2024 she changed hands again and since then her character and space have been thoroughly enjoyed, including during summer cruises and swim stops on the nieuwe meer. she is now ready for a next owner looking for a unique party boat with classic lines and practical amenities.
what makes vici special as an amsterdam canal tender?
vici combines the look of a classic lifeboat tender with a layout that suits social cruising. the fixed benches, spacious cockpit and practical outdoor helm position make her suitable for groups who like to sit outside together. thanks to her steel, riveted build the boat feels solid, and her round-bilge underwater hull contributes to a calm, steady presence on the water. this is the kind of tender you arrive in and people take a second look at—precisely because she is not just another polyester tender, but a characterful steel boat with history.
how does she handle and how is she steered?
she is steered with a wheel from an outside helm position, which is pleasant for visibility when cruising through canals, on lakes or on rivers. the steering system is hydraulic (allpa), designed for smooth steering, also at lower speeds and during harbour manoeuvres. vici has a single rudder and no bow thruster, which fits her classic setup. propulsion runs via a hydraulic gearbox and a left-hand rotating propeller. together this provides a direct, no-nonsense boating experience that matches the character of a lifeboat tender.
which engine is installed and what can you expect?
the boat is fitted with a mercedes-benz om 636 diesel engine, a 4-cylinder inboard with electric start. the stated output is 32 hp, while 40 hp is also mentioned in the supplied description; interested parties are advised to verify this during an inspection or by checking the engine data. the engine is operational and instruments on board include a fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge and temperature gauge. there is one known point of attention: the starter motor is older and may therefore not always engage immediately. this is important information for anyone buying a classic diesel boat and wanting to know what to expect.
what about electricity and lighting on board?
vici is equipped with shore power, a battery charger and an alternator, and there are two batteries on board. the supplied information also mentions a victronenergy installation that allows battery status to be monitored via bluetooth, plus a system for alternator fault notifications and a cooling fan in the engine box. for ambience and visibility she is fitted with navigation and stern lighting, and there is also mention of led lighting in the cabin and rgb led strips around the boat for extra atmosphere during evening cruises. this makes her interesting for anyone looking for a party boat that also feels comfortable after sunset.
is there comfort on board for longer days?
for day trips she is practically arranged. there is a manual toilet installed in the cabin, and the cabin is fitted with lighting. outside you will find, among other things, outdoor cushions, cover(s) and a swim ladder, making her suitable for summer days with swimming and mooring up. there is also an anchor with line attachment and a manual anchor winch. these are exactly the details that make a day on the water just that bit more relaxed, especially if you like to stop in a beautiful spot.
which equipment and documents are included?
when sold via boatauction, vici is supplied with the available ownership and purchase documentation, including a purchase contract from private sellers. technical documentation for the mercedes-benz diesel engine is also available. on board remain, among other items, the steering system with wheel, fixed benches, an aluminium helm console storage box, fenders, anchor and mooring lines. safety equipment is also present, including four life jackets and an electric bilge pump. the description additionally mentions further safety equipment such as a fire extinguisher and first-aid kit; please verify during inspection what is exactly on board at the time of handover.
vici is therefore an attractive choice for anyone searching terms such as lifeboat tender for sale, 8-metre steel tender, classic amsterdam tender, party boat tender, or mercedes om 636 tender. she offers presence, space and a solid basis for long summer days on the water, with the honest character of a boat that has already lived a life and is ready for new memories.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Lifeboat 800 is on Saturday 20 June 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Amsterdam (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- It concerns a VAT boat, the bid price is increased by 21% VAT.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- the given measurements are approximate measurements.
- 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 | Lifeboat |
| Type | 800 |
| Length | 800 |
| Width | 300 |
| Depth | 200 |
| Year of construction | 1956 |
| Material | Steel |
| Last antifouling treatment | - |
| Hull shape | Roundbilge |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Dinghy | No |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Line |
| Windlass | Hand |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Boat cover(s) | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Mercedez-Benz |
| Model engine | OM 636 |
| Power (hp) | 32 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Shore power |
