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Chunda

1998 Merritt

  • 48′
  • Sport Fishing
  • Charleston, South Carolina
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$999,000$920,000Asking
Length
48'
Beam
15' 3"
Engines
2
Cabins
1
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Overview

“Chunda”, a 1998 Merritt 48, is a house hold name in the industry. This boat was built by legendary fisherman Stewart Campbell to chase world records around the world. She was a successful platform under Mr. Campbell’s ownership, as she is now under her current ownership.

Description

Merritt boatworks is truly a legendary name in the world of sportfish yachts. Built with obsessive craftsmanship, this 1998 48-footer combines durability, finesse, while achieving great efficiency. 

“Chunda” is a house hold name in the industry. This boat was built by legendary fisherman Stewart Campbell to chase world records around the world. She was a successful platform under Mr. Campbell’s ownership, as she is now under her current ownership.

She underwent a refit by Merritt’s own yard during 2017–2018, bringing her back to a high standard while preserving the timeless lines that make Merritt so well known. Updates include the following:

Full Paint

Bottom Re-Glassed: Adds long-term strength and hull integrity 

All New Electronics: Modern navigation, radar, fish-finders, autopilot 

Interior Refit: Fresh finishes, smarter storage

New Air Conditioning Units: All new A/C throughout 

New Refrigeration: Replaced refrigeration systems

New Head Hunter Plumbing & Toilet: Entire fresh water/black water system upgraded with new Head Hunter components.

New MAN 850hp Engines (2024): Under warranty until 2027 and have 540 hours.

New Teak Decks: Cockpit and helm area 


Little Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Nicklaus Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Cockpit

  • In Deck Fish box (Pulls Out and Lazzerette Access Below)
  • In Deck Storage Hatch Forward of Rocket Launcher 
  • On Deck Live-well/tuna Tube Plumbing 
  • 24volt Electric Reel Outlets 
  • Fresh and Saltwater Wash-downs
  • Release Rocket launcher 
  • 2 JL Audio Speakers 
  • (1) 50amp Shore Power Hook Up 
  • Fresh and Saltwater Wash Downs
  • Faux Teak Transom

Mezzanine

  • Refrigerated Drink Box Starboard Side
  • Kenon Grill Starboard Side 
  • Fuel Fill Under Steps Leading To Helm Area 
  • Seat Cushion And Back Cushion

Helm

  • Teak Deck 
  • Full Isinglass Enclosure 
  • Air Conditioned 
  • Port Side Prep Station With Sink Refrigeration And Freezer Drawers
  • Chilled Water Dispenser For Drinking  
  • Dinette With Spacious Seating/Storage Drawers Underneath
  • Bench Seat On The Starboard Side With Faux Sea Rail
  • Engine Room Access Hatch 
  • Release Marine Helm Chair 
  • Fauxed Helm Pod With Palm Beach Controls 
  • Microwave Forward Of Dinette 

Helm Electronics

  • (3) 12inch Garmin Displays 
  • Simrad Autopilot 
  • 2 MAN Engine Displays 
  • VHF

Tower

  • Painted Console Black 
  • 12 inch Garmin 
  • Screen For Sonar 
  • Simard Autopilot 
  • Ritchie Compass 
  • Icom VHF
  • Sonar Controller 
  • Teaser Reels 
  • Starlink
  • Omni Sonar Control

Entry to Cabin

Head

Cabin

Engine Room

  • New MAN 850hp Engines Installed October 2024
  • Engine Warranty Through 2027
  • Newly Painted Engine Room 2024
  • 2021 Installed 12w Northern Lights Generator

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