Princess 56

Dimensions
 

• Length overall (including pulpit): 56ft 3in (17.15m)
• Length overall (excluding pulpit): 55ft 7in (16.95m)
• Beam: 15ft 2in (4.62m)
• Draft: 3ft 9in (1.14m)
• Displacement (approx., with 2 x Volvo D12/700hp engines): 21 tonnes
• Fuel capacity: 470 gallons (2,136 litres)
• Water capacity (including calorifier): 150 gallons (682 litres)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
24 Volt: 2 x heavy-duty batteries for engine starting
* 6 x heavy-duty auxiliary batteries (all batteries 130AH)
* Engine alternators charge via relay system to isolate engine start batteries from auxiliaries
* 40-amp 24v float battery charger connected to both battery banks
* Remote battery master switches with controls at main switch panel
* Circuit breakers on all circuits
* 24v to 12v voltage dropper for certain navigation and radio circuits. 220/240 Volt: 9kW diesel generator in own soundshield with water cooled and specially silenced exhaust
* Automatic fire extinguisher situated by generator
* 32-amp shore support inlet
* Generator/shore support change-over switch
* Polarity check system
* Earth leakage safety trip
* Circuit breakers on all circuits
* Power points in owner’s stateroom, port and starboard cabins, galley (double), saloon area, dining area and utility area
* Shaver points in all bathrooms.

GALLEY & UTILITY AREA

GALLEY
* worktop
* Halogen/ceramic 4-zone hob with extractor vent over
* Combination microwave/ conventional oven with grill
* 24v/240v refrigerator/freezer
* Twin-bowl stainless-steel sink with hot and cold mixer tap
* Waste disposal bin
* Drawers and storage cupboards
* Overhead and concealed lighting.

UTILITY AREA
* Access from galley
* Storage cupboards
* Overhead lighting
* General stowage area
* Deep freeze
* Washing machine/dryer
* Re-chargeable vacuum cleaner.

Water System
Water System

• Two water tanks with a total capacity of 134 gallons (609 litres)
• Includes a 16-gallon (73-litre) hot water calorifier
• Water heating options: engine and 240v immersion heater
• Thermostatic valve to regulate maximum water temperature
• Automatic water pump equipped with a filter
• Main circuit breaker located at 240v switch panel
• Features a water level gauge
• Deck filler for water input

Bilge Pumps

• Five automatic electric bilge pumps with manual override, located in the engine room (forward and aft), rudder area, lazarette, and forward accommodation
• High-capacity manual bilge pump with a valve system and suction points in the same areas
• Electric bilge pump controls and warning lights at the main helm console
• Audible alarm and warning light at the flybridge helm console

DECK
Deck Fittings

• Electric anchor winch that's reversible (2000W), with controls at foredeck, helm, and flybridge
• Anchor that self-stows, accompanied by 40 metres of chain
• Stemhead roller featuring automatic anchor launch and retrieval
• Dedicated bow storage locker
• Stainless-steel cleats at bow, stern, and spring
• Bow fairleads for secure rope management
• Protective stainless-steel pulpit and guardrails
• Stainless-steel handrails on coachroof and flybridge
• Stainless-steel rubbing band fitted with rubber insert
• Comprehensive set of IMCO navigation lights
• Riding light for increased visibility
• Twin-beam searchlight with remote controls at dual-stations
• Dual electric horns for audible signalling
• Loud hailer for amplified communication
• Ports for fuel and water filling
• 2.8m telescopic electro-hydraulic passerelle with tender/wetbike lift feature

Onboard Features
  Power Generation and Steering

• Desel generator
• Power-assisted hydraulic steering system

Navigation and Communication

• 8hp bow thruster
• Autopilot
• Radar
• Dual-station log and echo sounder with alarm
• Dual-station VHF R/T

Anchoring and Deck Equipment

• Electric anchor winch (2000W)
• Electro-hydraulic trim tabs
• Remote control searchlight

Entertainment

• Stereo music system with CD/radio
• TV/VCR
• Cocktail cabinet with fridge and icemaker

Interior Amenities

• Owner's suite stereo CD/radio
• Microwave/conventional oven/grill
• Utility room with deep freeze and automatic washer/dryer

Window Operations

• Electrically operated port and starboard wheelhouse windows
• Electrically operated drop window to aft cockpit

Deck Finishings

• Teak-laid aft cockpit deck
• Full-sized teak-laid transom platform with tender/wetbike stowage facility

Access and Convenience

• Remote control telescopic electro-hydraulic passerelle (2.9m) with tender lift facility
• Hot and cold transom shower

Flybridge Amenities

• Flybridge bar with electric barbecue grill
• Flybridge sunbed cushions

Electrical Systems

• 220/240v shore power with 45-amp float battery charger

Main Helm Features
 

• Adjustable Twin Helm Seats: Fore and aft adjustments for the helmsman's comfort.
• Clear-view Windscreen: Stainless-steel framed, toughened glass for unimpaired night vision.
• Electric Windows: Located at the helm and port side for convenience.
• Burr-Elm Instrument Console: Featuring engine instruments, fuel gauges, and a rudder position indicator.
• Engine Control Options: Single-lever controls standard, with a 4-lever option available.
• Hydraulic Steering: For smooth and easy navigation.
• Bow Thruster Control: For precise manoeuvring.
• Integrated Radar: Flush-mounted Furuno 1832 radar system.
• Autopilot: For automated navigation.
• Trim Tab Controls: To adjust boat balance.
• Horn and Searchlight Controls: Easy-access buttons for horn and remote control searchlight.
• Navigation Tools: High-speed magnetic compass, speed and distance log, and an echo sounder with alarm.
• Communication: Dual-station VHF radio telephone with intercom to flybridge and foredeck loud hailer.
• Anchor Winch Remote: For easy anchor deployment and retrieval.
• Charting Area: Includes a chart table with light and stowage space.
• Windscreen Maintenance: Triple wipers and a freshwater wash system.
• Safety Measures: Bilge pump controls, warning lights, and a contaminated fuel warning light.
• Power Panels: 24v and 240v control panels for electrical needs.

INTERIOR FINISH

INTERIOR FINISH
* Furniture finished in classic cherry wood with clear lacquer finish and marquetry inlay
* Console area finished in burr-elm
* Galley units fitted with Avonite worktops 
OPTIONAL AFT CABIN * Two full-size single berths * Overhead and individual berth lights * Opening portholes. Bathroom/WC: Electric flush WC * Washbasin with hot and cold water supply.

STORAGE
* All suites and cabins have generous storage comprising lockers, drawers and shelves as appropriate.

FLYPBRIDGE & AFT COCKPIT
Aft Cockpit

• Self-draining feature
• Deck laid with teak
• Upholstered seating
• Hatch to lazarette storage with gas strut
• Separate engine room access hatch
• Side deck steps
• Installed cockpit lighting
• Saloon stereo CD/radio speakers
• Stainless-steel handrails
• Various lockers including:
  • Fuel cocks and manual bilge pump locker
  • 220/240v shore support inlet and cable storage locker
  • Fender and rope storage lockers
  • Life raft storage locker (raft not included)
• Cockpit cover
• Stainless-steel ladder to flybridge
• Transom door to bathing platform
• Full-length bathing platform features:
  • Foldaway swimming ladder
  • Hot and cold shower
  • Teak grating
  • Fender stowage
  • 2.9m telescopic passerelle with remote control

Flybridge

• Seating capacity for 8
• Double helm seat
• U-shaped sofa with drinks table
• Wet bar amenities:
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric barbecue grill
  • Hot and cold water supply
• Separate sunbed
• Console and seat covers
• Wind deflector screen
• Hydraulic steering with adjustable wheel
• Duplicate engine controls and instruments
• Visual and audible engine warning systems
• Bow thruster and bilge pump controls
• Audible bilge pump alarm
• Rudder position indicator
• Autopilot and trim tab controls
• Horn and searchlight remote control
• High-speed compass
• Echo sounder and log repeaters
• Dual-station VHF 
• Anchor winch remote control
• Radar arch
• GRP hatch to aft cockpit
• Door to saloon stairway
• Guard rails
• Saloon stereo CD/radio speakers

DECK SALOON

Deck Saloon

• U-shaped sofa accompanied by a coffee table
• Additional two-seater sofa on the opposite side
• Sideboard featuring a fridge, icemaker, and storage for bottles and glasses
• Multi-standard TV and VCR setup
• Stereo CD/radio system with saloon and external speakers, including an interchange switch
• Sliding door to the cockpit framed in stainless steel
• Electric-powered drop window facing aft
• Tinted side and aft windows, clear forward windscreens
• All windows made from toughened safety glass with stainless steel frames
• Choice of Venetian blinds, curtains, or sunscreens for windows and doors
• Overhead downlighters and pelmet lights
• Dining area featuring an oval table and U-shaped seating for six
• Spiral staircase leading to the flybridge
• Wall-mounted clock and barometer

Owner's Suite

• Large double bed 
• Dressing table and storage options like wardrobes and shelves
• Stereo CD/radio system
• Overhead and individual berth lighting
• Deck hatch featuring a sliding blind
• Opening portholes for natural light and ventilation
• Full-length mirror
• En-suite shower and WC featuring:
  • Electric-flush toilet
  • Washbasin with hot and cold mixer tap
  • Holders for toothbrush, mug, and towels
  • Separate circular shower cubicle with auto pump-out
  • Extractor fan
  • Porthole
  • Mirror
  • Additional storage locker

Port and Starboard Guest Cabins

• Two full-sized single berths with quilted bedspreads
• Large wardrobe offering hanging space and shelf storage
• Full-length mirror
• Bedside table and additional storage
• Overhead and individual berth lighting
• Two opening portholes for natural light and ventilation

Guest Shower and WC

• Electric-flush toilet
• Washbasin equipped with hot and cold mixer tap
• Holders for toothbrush, mug, and towels