Classic 1978 Aloa MS 45 Catch: Solid 45ft Ketch for Sale in Ragusa

The Aloa MS 45 Catch is a beautiful and solid classic ketch built in 1978, featuring a distinctive central cockpit design that enhances both comfort and visibility on the water. This 45.0ft sailboat is currently based in Marina di Ragusa and is known for its robust construction, making it an ideal choice for serious sailors seeking a reliable vessel for circumnavigating Sicily or longer voyages.

Aloa 45 MS (1978) Extensively Maintained Classic Ketch · Ready to Sail · Sicily · €98,000 Beautiful and solid Aloa 45 MS (1978), a classic ketch with central cockpit, currently circumnavigating Sicily and based in Marina di Ragusa. Privately owned, never chartered, continuously maintained and upgraded with extensive documentation. This is a fully operational yacht, actively sailed and ready for the season. KEY SPECIFICATIONS Length: 13.60 m Beam: 4.25 m Draft: 1.65 m Rig: Ketch Flag: Poland (EU) Interior layout: Spacious aft owner’s cabin with private bathroom (bathtub & toilet) Forward V-berth cabin for 2 persons Convertible saloon providing additional berths Two bathrooms (forward and aft) Total sleeping capacity: approx. 6- 8 persons ENGINE & MECHANICAL Perkins 4.236 – 85 HP Approx. 1800 hours since full overhaul Excellent condition: No oil consumption Reliable cold starts Fully serviced Major overhaul & cooling system rebuild (2026) Gearbox: Borg Warner Silent Drive (excellent condition) ELECTRICAL & ENERGY Solar array: 760W (8 panels) Service batteries: 3 × 115Ah (new 2026) Starter battery: 115Ah Charging system upgraded (Cyrix relay) New alternator: 70A Shore power connection + 20A charger RECENT UPGRADES (2024–2026) • New 207L fuel tank • Bilge restored and repainted • Two black water tanks installed • Stainless steel seacocks • Partial running rigging replacement • Windlass rebuilt (1700W motor) • Anchor refurbished (galvanized) • New bimini and deck cushions • Hatch plexiglass replaced • Electrical system upgraded • New dinghy + electric propulsion • Stainless steel davits SAILS & RIGGING Sails: approx. 10+ years old In usable condition Currently in active use Boat sails well Standing rigging: Original, well maintained and regularly checked New wire for staysail Reflected in price - upgrade optional for future owner NAVIGATION & SYSTEMS Autopilot: Raymarine ST6002 Windvane self-steering: Aries VHF: Icom IC-M510 with AIS Radar: Raymarine RL9 (functional, older generation) INTERIOR Spacious aft owner cabin with private bathroom Bathtub + toilet Forward cabin + second bathroom Convertible saloon SAFETY & EQUIPMENT Offshore liferaft (8 persons) EPIRB (406 MHz) Satellite communicator Full safety package (life jackets, MOB, flares) Complete anchoring system (Rocna + spare anchors) VAT STATUS Believed EU VAT paid (no formal documentation available) LOCATION & AVAILABILITY Currently sailing in southern Sicily Available from end of June 2026 PRICE €98,000 (negotiable) WHY THIS BOAT This is not a project boat. It is a fully operational, actively sailed yacht with: extensive recent upgrades strong mechanical condition full maintenance documentation real-world proven reliability STORY - WHY I AM SELLING This is not an easy decision for me. Over the past three years, this boat has been my home, my project, and my way of life. I have invested a significant amount of time, energy, and care into bringing her to the condition she is in today. Every repair, upgrade, and improvement has been done thoughtfully and documented - I have a complete photo archive and records of the work carried out. She is not a neglected boat brought back for resale - she has been continuously used, lived on, and sailed. In fact, I am currently circumnavigating Sicily. The boat is ready for the season and ready to go. Systems work, she sails well, and she is dependable. Of course, like any classic yacht, there are always areas that can be improved over time. The sails are functional and currently in use, but a new owner may eventually choose to upgrade them depending on their sailing plans. The reason I am offering her for sale is simply a change in direction. I feel she deserves someone who will continue the journey and use her to her full potential. This is a boat with a story, with care behind it, and with many miles still ahead. Currently sailing - video available on request

Accommodating up to 8 guests across 2 comfortable cabins, the Aloa MS 45 Catch offers ample space for family trips or group adventures while maintaining the charm of a traditional sailing yacht. Its ketch rigging provides excellent maneuverability and stability, a hallmark of classic designs from the late 1970s that continues to appeal to enthusiasts today.