Used Sailboat GARCIA ECLIPSE 60

Eclipse 60” Aluminium (1992) – Sister Ship of the "36.15 MET" by J.-L. Van Den Heede

A unique piece of naval architecture, this 18.24 m aluminum sailboat was designed to sail the world's oceans. Model Eclipse 60”, designed by Philippe Harlé and built by Garcia, it is the Sister Ship of the renowned "36.15 MET" by Jean-Luc Van Den Heede, who competed in the 1992 Vendée Globe, and saw Vincent Riou complete his very first transatlantic crossing onboard.

Designed for long-distance cruising and challenging voyages, this sturdy and seagoing sailboat boasts remarkable technical features:

Main Characteristics

• Builder: Garcia
• Year: 1992
• Architect: Philippe Harlé
• Model: Eclipse 60”
• Material: Aluminium
• Length Overall: 18.24 m
• Beam: 3.44 m
• Draft: 2.80 m
• Displacement: 12.4 t
• Keel: straight, lead ballast (4.25 t total)
• Rudder: hung, full aluminum stock Ø 100 mm
• Watertight compartments: 3 bulkheads, 4 independent zones
• Hull: thickness between 5 and 8 mm, metallurgy verified (2013)
• Engine: Nanni N4-50 – 50 hp – 240 h – professional maintenance
• Sail Drive replaced in 2024
• Fuel tank 140 L

High-end deck and rigging

• Masts: 2 aluminium masts (Sparcraft and Seldén), Dyform standing rigging (2007)
• Boom with Lazy Bag
• Andersen winches (up to 66 ST)
• Harken / Frederiksen / Antal rails and deck hardware
• 6 welded cleats, stainless steel pulpit, reinforced stanchions
• Electric windlass

Complete and high-performance sail inventory

• Full Batten Mainsail Hydranet 80 m² (2007) – Excellent condition
• Solent Hydranet on Profurl furler 65 m² (2008)
• Intercepted staysail on snap shackles
• Gennaker 100 m² on Profurl furler
• Symmetric and asymmetric spinnakers
• Full Batten mizzen + poles

Comfort and layout

• Spacious convertible salon (4 berths possible)
• Forward cabin with double bed and storage
• 2 single aft bunk beds
• Bathroom with marine toilet
• Equipped galley: 2-burner stove + oven, 90 L electric fridge, 2 x 120 L freshwater tanks
• Engine/water heater / 220V
• New electrical panels 12V and 220V (2024)

Electronics & Power

• Dual Raymarine central units, radar, RS70C GPS, rugged PC
• Autopilot
• Fixed and handheld VHF radios
• LED navigation lights
• Victron Energy 30A charger
• 100A alternator

Comprehensive and up-to-date offshore safety

• Sea Safe 10-person life raft serviced (2016)
• Distress beacon
• Semi-offshore safety equipment for 8 people
• Fire extinguishers, flares, anchors (CQR + aluminium)

Maintenance and recent work

• New Sail Drive (2024)
• Rebuilt electrical panels and network (2024)
• Complete and serviced offshore safety
• Professional engine maintenance Nanni, low hours

Why choose this sailboat?

A unique pedigree in the history of ocean racing
Unmatched robustness of Garcia aluminium
Ready for the open sea with fully maintained equipment
Versatile and adaptable, ideal for round-the-world plans, expeditions, or offshore charter

Available by appointment