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This is the new Nordic Tug 26 due for launch at the 2009 Seattle Boat Show.

When we tested the 42 (MBY November 2008) it impressed with gutsy performance from the single engine installation and surprisingly agile and enjoyable handling.

The 26 is powered by a single 110hp Volvo Penta D3 diesel engine giving an 8 knot cruising speed and fuel consumption of 1.1 gph whilst flat out 13.5 knots should be within reach.

Accommodation consists of sleeping room for four people in the form of a forward ensuite double and convertible sofa in the saloon. Perfect for two people on a cruise but with four on board for extended periods of time things could get a bit cramped.

The dealer estimated price for the 26 is $185,000 ex VAT, but European prices are yet to be confirmed.

The original 26 debuted at the 1980 Seattle Boat Show but production stopped in 1997 with customer enquiry leading to the decision to reintroduce the baby of the brand.

President of Nordic Tugs David Goehring says: “The Nordic Tug 26 is as popular today as it was in the 80s. We consistently received inquiries about whether we would consider building the boat again, and with the current state of the economy, we’ve seen a shift in consumer interest from our larger to our smaller models.

“The Nordic Tug 26 is the ideal size to navigate the shallow canals and low bridge clearances in Europe. All things considered, we felt the timing was right to bring back the 26.”

For more information on Nordic Tugs go to their website.

WANT

To be honest, I’d happily settle for a 37…

Limited Run Planned for 2009 Model Year

Nordic Tugs® announces plans to relaunch the classic Nordic Tug 26 – the boat that captured the hearts of American boaters nearly 30 years ago. At this time, Nordic Tugs plans to offer the Nordic Tug 26 for a limited run only during the 2009 model year.

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Agreement marks Nordic Tugs’ entry into the Russian boating market:

Nordic Tugs®, Inc., recently reached an exclusive agreement with Moscow-based dealer Boat Market to sell Nordic Tugs in Russia. Boat Market will take delivery of their first tug, a Nordic Tug 37, this August.

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Sea Trial – Nordic Tug 32
Sea Magazine – March 2008

FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE NORDIC TUGS were introduced to the public in 1980, major changes have been made to the design of a Nordic Tugs hull. The Burlington, Washington builder has made a design change to the smallest boat in its line: the 32-footer. It has gone from a traditional semi-displacement hull, with a shallow V at the transom, to a tunnel hull.

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Burlington, Wash. (Nov. 21, 2007) – Hot on the heels of its successful debut at the Southampton Boat Show in the United Kingdom in September, Nordic Tugs® is set to make its official debut in Germany at the Düsseldorf Boat Show, Jan. 19-27, 2008, Stand 15F06 in Hall 15. On display will be the Nordic Tug 37, the most popular model in a line that spans from 32 to 54 feet.

The Nordic Tug 37 has all of the qualities upon which Nordic Tugs has built their reputation: topquality materials and craftsmanship, brisk yet highly fuel efficient performance and renowned seaworthiness. The 37 is available in either a twin cabin or convertible layout and features an overall length of 11.86 m, 3.94 m beam, a draft of 1.32 m and sleeps 4-6. Powered by a Cummins® QSB 283 kw electronically-controlled diesel engine, she can reach top speeds of 17 knots, and with a 1,226 L fuel capacity, the 37 is capable of cruising over 1,100 nm at a leisurely eight knots.

Unlike the majority of competitive trawler-style yachts, Nordic Tugs feature a semi-displacement hull that is fast, yet fuel efficient, and provides a quiet, comfortable ride. Nordic Tugs’ semidisplacement hull handles rough waters with ease, making them the ideal vessel for navigating the challenging European seas.

Powered by a single diesel engine, Nordic Tugs offer the fuel economy of a displacement hull, yet can comfortably cruise into the high teens, providing speeds far greater than a displacement hull can achieve.

Every Nordic Tug is put through thorough quality assurance checks throughout the manufacturing process, and every boat is taken through a full day sea trial to ensure a quality finished product is delivered to each customer.

Nordic Tugs are backed by an exclusive Gold Standard Warranty, which provides stem-to-stern coverage for one year and warrants the hull for 10 years against both structural failure and osmotic blistering.

Nordic Tugs’ European dealer, Nordic Tugs UK, Ltd, will represent the line at the Dusseldorf show. For more information contact the dealer at:

Nordic Tugs UK, Ltd.
Unit 6 & 7 Saltmakers House
Hamble Point Marina
School Lane
Hamble, Hampshire S0314
PH: 0044 (0) 23 8045 6368
Email: info@nordictugs.co.uk
Web: www.nordictugs.co.uk

About Nordic Tugs®
Headquartered in Burlington, Wash., USA, Nordic Tugs®, Inc., manufactures hand crafted, classic tug-style yachts from 32 to 54 feet. The pioneer of the pleasure-tug industry, Nordic Tugs has offered distinctive, high-quality yachts built for the discerning cruiser for more than a quarter century. For more information about Nordic Tugs, visit www.nordictugs.com.

The previously announced Nordic Tug 47 is now known as the Nordic Tug 49.

As I’ve said before, I really like what Nordic Tugs has to offer. I look forward to seeing more information about their new Nordic Tug 47 Nordic Tug 49.

Gearing up to meet consumer needs throughout the next decade, a new 47-foot Nordic Tug, to feature two large staterooms (with a full beam, mid-ship master berth) is currently under development and will bridge the gap between the 42 and 52-foot models. With the passing of Lynn Senour in 2004, the Nordic Tug 47 is the first boat in the Nordic line with a different architect’s name attached – Howard Apollonio, NA, PE Nordic Tugs is delighted to have acquired the services of such a distinguished naval architect and designer. The 47 is slated to be launched in the summer of 2008.

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USA & UK. Nordic Tugs trawler yacht to make European debut at Southampton Boat Show

The question is: power or sail? If the answer is power, I really like what Nordic Tugs has to offer. The following models meet my criteria for a boat (at least 2 staterooms, at least one head, and a galley):

Nordic Tug 37: The two stateroom configuration is ideal and this boat is (will be) within my price range.

Nordic Tug 42: Along with increased size over the 37, this boat has an additional head and and a desk/workstation area.

Nordic Tug 52 Nordic Tug 54: If price was no object, I’d go for this beast in the 3 stateroom configuration.

On a semi-related note: The software project hinted at in this post will be an implementation an Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) design to run on relatively low cost hardware .

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