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TRAWLERBOAT QK-IV |
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The QK-IV is a motorboat with a fiberglass hull, classified as a “day cruiser.” These boats are built from a mould using advanced polyester and fiberglass lamination techniques, reinforced with structural supports that provide strength and rigidity to the entire vessel. |
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LENGTH OVERALL (LOA): 11.85 m BEAM: 4.10 m DEPTH: 2.16 m DRAFT: 1.15 m WEIGHT: 12 T |
FUEL CAPACITY: 800 L WATER CAPACITY: 685 L WATER HEATER: 60 L DOUBLE CABINS: 3 MAXIMUM PERSONS: 8 |
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Chien Hwa Boat was part of a group of three shipyards owned by Y.F. Lee, located in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan.
Established in 1971, they specialized mainly in motor trawlers, as well as a few sailing yachts built for export to the U.S. and Europe. These boats were sold under various names through different importers. It is believed that a shipyard bearing the same name still exists today, now operating in mainland China.
Designers: Hugh Angelman, Robert Perry, and Thomas Gillmer. |
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BUILDER: Chien Hwa Boat YEAR BUILT: 1978 CRUISING SPEED: 7.5 kn ENGINES: 2 × Ford 2715E – 120 HP each |
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WE CHANGED OUR ANCHOR
The QK-IV | Anchor | Video
When we bought the boat, it came with a 15 kg Rocna — a great anchor that took us safely through many miles and never once let us down.
Since moving to Greece, we anchor far more often, and there are days and places where the wind really blows. Here, ports don’t have moorings, so you tie up by dropping the anchor from the bow. First, we changed the chain from 8 mm to 10 mm, and the difference was immediately noticeable. Now we’ve gone one step further, upgrading to a 25 kg anchor. The change is remarkable — and so is the peace of mind.
But always Rocna!
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INSTALLING SOLAR PANELS
The QK-IV | Solar panels | Video
Nos a costado decidirnos, valorando los pros y los contras, preguntando a otros navegantes y leyendo mucho sobre el tema, porfin hemos puesto placas solares. Las hemos comprado por internet, perfectamente enbaladas y con instrucciones de instalación, dos placas de 200v cada una. Las hemos colocado en el toldo que tenemos en el fly, sobre una estructura de acero que nos hemos fabricado nosotros mismos con dos barras de acero que hemos comprado directamente al metalista. Parece que han quedado perfectamente colocadas e instaladas. |
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A NEW FREEZER ON BOARD
The QK-IV | Freeze | Video
We’ve expanded our freezer space — until now, we only had the small compartment inside the fridge, and it was starting to feel too limited.
Now we finally have room to store provisions and everything we catch while fishing! We made a few adjustments and used a sliding cabinet near the galley, adapting it to install the new freezer. It fits perfectly — practical, functional, and well integrated.
We chose the brand Total Freeze, and we couldn’t be happier with it.
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