About This Vessel
This 1967 Custom George Moore Custom 74' LR Trawler, measures 74 ft, and is located in Victoria, British Columbia, powered by 2x CUMMINS NH250 250.00HP.
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY JUST CAME UPPRICE REDUCED TO $475,000 CADIgnition 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. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
Features
A vessel built like a ship-They used the best or biggest items to complete this masterpiece6" thick hull that has been thoroughly designed to take on any seas3,920 gallons in 12 fuel tanks. Range of plus 5,000 MEngines rebuilt in 2012. Full specs detailed n the overhaul reportEngine room designed as a marine engineer's workshop - able to make repairs while underwayExtremely stable with a wide hull and 200,000 lb displacementVery economical fuel burn especially now that fuel prices are a concernRaylite model: 2033-1 searchlight - 2 mile distance-U.S. Coast Guard approvedCUNO Maxim Aquafresh Heat recovery/evaporator Water maker model: HJ10Attention: USA BuyersGood news — This boat was built in the USA, so there are no Added Tariffs when 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!
Mechanics
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.Twin Cummins NH-250 (250 hp) naturally aspirated & fresh water cooledRebuilt in 2012 with very little hrs afterwardsDry stack w/flybridge deck funnelTwin Disc MG509 marine transmissions - 2 to1 ratio2" Drive shafts made from Monel Steel5 blade bronze props w/x2 spares includedX3 cutlass bearing supports per shaftFuel polishing system in place - All fuel passes through a polishing/filtering system before entering day tankSecondary Dahl #200 fuel filter/water separator after day tank plus engine pump filtrationWell ventilated engine room via x2 high speed blowers bringing in fresh air from flybridgePacific Products Mark VIII Sea Level active hydraulic fin stabilizers (requires servicing)Complete marine workshop included in the engine roomJabsco/Mansfield bilge pumps - plus emergency high outputExtensive supply of spare parts
Hull Design
The hull was designed to maximize strength, performance and safety while encountering various sea conditions. Designed by a British Navy Engineer who builds torpedo proof hullsFull displacement hull Raked stem and flared bowMultiple fiberglass layering made up of 24 oz woven roving saturated in polyester "Hetron 92" Hull thickness est. 6" includes fiberglass outside and inside layers. The middle filled with flyash. Stronger than concrete. 10,000 lbs of lead distributed into the keel before finishing The hull was further designed with the bottom carrying 12 fuel tanks. Pioneer carries her own fuel stationWatertight doors were included at each bulkhead and engine room
Performance
Range est - 3300 milesBoth Engines:1600 RPM 8.5 kts, fuel consumption 1.2 GPM including 1 generator1800 RPM 9.5 kts, fuel consumption 1.5 GPM including 1 generator2400 RPM 10.5 kts - fuel consumption Not RecordedSingle Engine:1600 RPM 7.0 kts, fuel consumption 0.6-0.8 GPM including 1 generator1800 RPM 7.8 kts, fuel consumption 1 +/- GPM including 1 generator2400 RPM - Not Recorded
Ship Layout
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 roomUpper deckBeautiful sundeck with bench seatingNewly updated upholstered cushionsHelm stationLarge open space to carry water toys and storagex2 FreezersIsolated Ice-box2,000 lb electric davitEngine room ventingEngine stackComplete Sunbrella winter coverMain DeckFull covered walk-around side decksBow access to windlass and chain lockerCockpit includes dining table and seating & laundryNew LED ceiling lighting added into the cockpit and side decksPass-through to the galleyMolded staircase leading to the upper deck or the aft staircase leading down to swim gridSurrounding the vessel are teak capped safety rails at waist heightInterior space is accessed through cockpit or pilothouse doors. Also access can be achieved with two smaller doors from upper deckThe interior layout is bright and open with many large evenly spaced marine windows(New window coverings 2024)Salon has new styled sofa, flat screen tv and sound systemEasy access to the galleyAft staircase leads down to Master suite, head and 2nd guest suiteForwards staircase leads down to the forward stateroom, 2nd head, pantry and the engine roomThe private wheelhouse is located forward of the salon and accessed through a beautiful solid wood doorVarious cabinets and storage built in along the wallsLower DeckPrivate Master suite - full beam aftKing size bed with comfort mattressRich cherry wood dressers, desk and under bed storage Decorative doors accessing hanging closetsLarge opening portlights allowing for fresh airNewly updated master head w/full standup shower2nd guest room nearbyForward and in the bow is the main guest suite, freshly renovated with a queen bed2nd head located forwardWalk-in pantryEngine access
Galley & Laundry
Galley EquipmentLarge tiled Galley located to starboardRefrigeration - Frigidaire Professional S/S(New)Freezers - Added to the top deck(New)Stove - JennAir 4 burner electric w/oven2nd Oven - Breville countertopMicrowave - MVP IVDishwasher - Magic ChefOutdoor BBQ - PropanePantry - Large lower level, walk-in, food storage pantry w/aluminum shelvingTrash Compactor - BraunLaundry EquipmentFrigidaire washer & dryer in separate exterior cabinet
Wheelhouse
Wheelhouse located forward of the salonBeautiful bench seating to starboardSolid wood staircase leading to upper deckPort & Starboard doors to outside main deckCentered captain's chair in front of the wheel and includes an optional jog steering wheelWagner hydraulic steeringMorse control shifter and throttleNew Garmin GPSmap 1242xsv chartplotter w/radar overlayAIS, Depth, Speed, DistanceComNav Commander AutopilotVictron Energy power usage digital displayICOM VHF radiosMagnetic compassFull engine instrumentation/gauges panelRudder indicator2 mile 1,500 W search lightDual Kahlenberg Commercial air horn
Tankage & Fuel System
Diesel Fuel Mains - x11 fiberglass tanks - 3925 gal (inspected and cleaned 2022)Diesel Fuel Day Tank - 10 gal x1 Stainless SteelPetro - 100 gal fiberglass built into aft deckBulk engine oil - 100 gal Stainless Steel (engine room)Fresh Water - x2 500 gal fiberglass (1,000 gal total) Hot Water - 30 galHolding tanks - x1 70 gal & x1 30 galWater Maker: Makes 25 Gal Per Hr - Evapo systemPioneer'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.
Ground Tackle
IDEAL Windlass 2000 lb. - newly reinforced steel backing plate450 ft 5/8" chain208 lb CQR styled anchorSpare anchors - 90 lb Danforth & 35 lb DanforthExtra chain and rode for backupChain locker refurbished 2022
Electrical
Ships electrical system is set up for 115 V, 230 V and now converted 24VHubbell/Marinco 30 Amp & 50 Amp/230 V.x2 Cummins JN130 Marine diesel generators -40 kW (rebuilt in 1990s & top end 2000)Engine alternators 24V/50 Amp - New in 2022Recent - updated Lithium Ion house bank - 2 V x 54Recent - Lead acid starter bank - 6 V x 4Victron Energy Skylla-TG 24 V, 100 amp battery chargerVictron Energy Quattro 24/8000/200 inverter charger
