Description

Our World is an incredible 60ft Serial Hybrid Cruiser, beautifully built by Swan Boat Builders and designed to redefine what life aboard can be. Measuring 60ft in length by 6ft 10in in beam with a cruiser stern and enclosed bow, she offers the very best of traditional narrowboat styling paired with truly revolutionary engineering. At the heart of this exceptional narrowboat is a highly sophisticated 48V serial hybrid electric propulsion and energy system, designed to provide quiet electric cruising alongside excellent off-grid capability.

Her hull is constructed from robust steel to a 10/6/4 specification, formed with a flat bottom and built for enduring strength and stability. Inside, the cabin sides are finished in attractive tongue-and-groove, fully insulated with sprayfoam, and fitted with double-glazed windows that flood the interior with natural light. Underfoot, luxury vinyl tile flooring runs throughout — elegant, comfortable and beautifully practical.

Propulsion is provided exclusively by a Beta Marine 14kW E-Drive electric motor. Unlike a conventional or parallel hybrid installation, the diesel engine does not mechanically drive the propeller — the propeller is always driven electrically, providing smooth, quiet propulsion with instant torque. A substantial bank of 24 Leoch lead-carbon batteries provides the energy storage for the 48V system, delivering approximately 38.4kWh of nominal energy capacity. For extended cruising and independent charging, a Beta Marine 8.5kVA diesel generator produces electricity for the onboard system and battery charging, effectively acting as a range extender when solar or shore power is unavailable. Solar generation provides a further source of renewable energy from six panels delivering 1.62kW, managed through a Victron SmartSolar MPPT controller. The entire system is monitored and managed through a Victron Cerbo GX smart control platform, giving you comprehensive insights and — with internet connectivity — remote monitoring and even remote generator starting from your phone. A Victron Quattro 5kW inverter/charger sits at the heart of the domestic AC system, while the high-capacity 48V architecture also powers the Vetus Bow Pro bow thruster. In short, this is much more than simply an electrically propelled narrowboat — it combines silent cruising, substantial storage, solar generation, diesel range extension, powerful domestic capability and intelligent control into one comprehensively integrated system.

Warmth and hot water are provided through a calorifier, immersion heater or Webasto, giving you flexible, reliable supply however you are cruising. Central heating is provided by a Webasto Thermostat Top Evo 5kW system, managed effortlessly through a Nest smart controller, while a traditional Refleks diesel stove adds a wonderful, welcoming focal point to the living space — combining modern efficiency with classic charm.

The galley is fitted to an exceptionally high standard, featuring a Neff electric oven and sleek Smeg ceramic hob, a separate Fridgemaster fridge and freezer, an integrated Hisense washing machine, a dedicated wine cooler, and an elegant 4-in-1 boiling water tap — all powered effortlessly by the boat’s generous electrical capacity, so you never have to compromise on the comforts of home.

Accommodation is arranged to sleep four in comfort, comprising a fixed double bedroom and a versatile sofa bed, ideal for couples, family or guests. The walk-through bathroom features a refreshing shower, vanity basin, and an eco-friendly compoost toilet — thoughtfully designed and practical in every respect.

She has been meticulously maintained throughout: hull blacked with high-quality 2-pack epoxy in 2024, Boat Safety Certificate valid until January 2028, and RCD compliant. Additional thoughtful features include a protective pram cover, two side hatches for light and ventilation, and a galvanic isolator protecting her systems. From her pioneering hybrid heart to her luxury finishes and meticulous care, Our World sets an extraordinary standard — a vessel where innovation, comfort and craftsmanship come together in perfect harmony.

Specifications

Accommodation

Accommodation is arranged to sleep four in comfort, comprising a fixed double bedroom and a versatile sofa bed, ideal for couples, family or guests.

Construction

Her hull is constructed from robust steel to a 10/6/4 specification, formed with a flat bottom and built for enduring strength and stability.

A boat is not valued on its age. The age of a boat is irrelevant. A boat is valued based on who built the hull? Who fitted the boat out and what type of materials were used (Hard wood or MDF etc) What equipment does the boat have (Bow thruster, generator, inverters etc) These are just a few of the many factors that equate to the correct value of a boat.

Engine(s)

For extended cruising and independent charging, the boat is equipped with a Beta Marine 8.5kVA diesel generator. Rather than driving the propeller, the generator produces electricity for the onboard electrical system and battery charging, effectively acting as a range extender when solar or shore power is unavailable.

Even the Vetus Bow Pro 48V / 76kgf bow thruster has been incorporated into the boat's high-capacity 48V electrical architecture.

Electrics

Key Electrical & Propulsion Specification

Beta Marine 14kW E-Drive electric propulsion

48V serial hybrid configuration

24 × Leoch lead-carbon propulsion batteries

Builder-stated 800Ah at 48V / approx. 38.4kWh nominal storage

Beta Marine 8.5kVA diesel generator

Victron Quattro 48V / 5kW / 70A inverter/charger

Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100

Solar array

Victron Cerbo GX smart monitoring & control

Victron GX Tank monitoring module

2 × Victron Lynx 1000 DC distributors

2 × Victron Orion 48V-12V/30A DC-DC converters

Vetus Bow Pro 48V / 76kgf bow thruster

Remote Victron monitoring capability

Remote generator start functionality, as advised by the current owner

Certification

BUYERS & SELLERS

When you buy a boat from us you pay all monies in to our company clients trust account which means that the buyers and sellers money is protected. This is the same account that solicitors set up for house sales .This money does not belong to the company it belongs to the buyer until the sale is complete and then we pay the seller from the company clients trust account. We cannot release the money from the Clients Trust Account to the seller until the vessel has been accepted and handed over to the buyer because if there was a fault with the vessel and the buyer refused to accept it and wanted their money back we could not do this because the seller would of already had the money. This could become a very costly and messy problem for all parties.

This money never enters our company current account. This also means that we cannot use customers money for other purchases/reasons. If at any point the company went bust then the buyers/sellers money is safe and it would go back to the rightful owner of the money.

We have had this company clients trust account set up from day one to protect our customers money. This account is a secure holding account. We pay the seller monies due from this account when the buyer has signed to accept the vessel. Payment is made from this account to the seller by cheque from the clients Trust Account which is protected guaranteed funds.

Great Haywood Boat Sales Ltd trading as Nationwide Boat sales are a full member of:

The British Marine

As such we abide by a strict Code of Conduct to protect both the buyer and seller.

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Disclaimer

No guarantee is given or implied with regards to specification but descriptions are given in good faith. All vessels are sold without warranty or condition as to the fitness either expressed or implied by status or otherwise. No appliances or systems have been tested. All measurements stated are approximate.These details are not intended to, and do not, form any part of any current or future contract. In this transaction we are acting as Brokers only. All sales subject to contract.We are relying on information supplied by a third party. All information is given as a guide.Plating thickness cannot be measured during NBS visit while the boat is in the water and is based on information supplied by the owner.A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at their own expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey of the vessel.NBS advises that a qualified independent surveyor carries out a full out of water survey for every vessel.

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