Description
Hinds Taylor are pleased to present Fast Centurion is a 1994 Falcon 27 powered by twin Yamaha ME370 STI 165HP turbo diesels with Hydra-Drives, offering efficient cruising around 18 knots and top speeds of 30. Built by Falcon Boats and designed by Andrew Wolstenholme, she’s a solid, planing sports cruiser with strong coastal credentials.
She offers generous accommodation for four, with capacity for six, plus a spacious cockpit, practical galley, and heads. Recent servicing and system upgrades make Fast Centurion a ready-to-go, twin-diesel example of this well-regarded model.
Designer:
- Andrew N Wolstenholme
Make & Model:
- Falcon 27 (1994)
Engine:
- Twin Yamaha Inboard ME370 STI (165HP each)
- Yamaha Hydradrive
- 3 Blade Stainless Propellers
- Trim Tabs x2
- Last Serviced: November 2024
- 1468 engine hours
- Fuel Consumption: 8–10 GPH
- Cruising Speed: 22 knots
- Max Speed: 31 knots
- Range: 140 NM
- Note: Engines rebuilt in 2010 and serviced annually. New engine brackets fitted within last 4 years. Delivers 2–3 MPG depending on hull condition.
Navigation / Electronics:
- iPad/Vasari MCP417 Chartplotter
- Garmin GPS 126 (Compass/Speed/Position)
- Nobletec Radar (not currently linked)
- Depth Sounder: Navco
- Speed Log: Garmin GPS 126
- VHF/DSC: ICON
- Compass: Garmin GPS 126
Power / Electrical:
- 3 x Yuasa Batteries (300AH total, replaced 4 years ago)
- 12V system
- Shore power with upgraded socket
- Battery charger (new in 2019)
- Engine alternator: Yes
Deck Equipment:
- Open cockpit with GRP finish
- Lewmar Electric Windlass
- Anchor: 10kg Rocna (new)
- Anchor Chain: 8mm x 30m (replaced and extended in 2024)
- Steering: Hydraulic
- Cockpit Shower: Yes
- Cockpit Table: 1 (GRP, can be mounted in two positions)
- Cockpit Cushions: Yes
- Swimming Ladder: 1
- Davits: 2 stainless steel (for tender)
Covers:
- Cockpit Cover
- Sprayhood, Bimini,
Accommodation: Sleeps 6
- Cabins: 2
- Berths: 6 (3 doubles, incl. convertible options)
- Heads: 1 manual
- Showers: 2 (1 at bathing platform)
- Galley: L-shaped with gas stove
- Fridge: Yes
- Sink: Yes
- Microwave/Oven: No
- Upholstery: Blue
- Interior Wood: Not specified
- 240V sockets: 3
- 12V sockets: 1
Additional Info:
- Forward berth is a convertible table bed
- Rear coffin berth is sizeable
- Saloon table converts to a small double
- Ample stowage and functional galley
- Recently antifouled and fitted with new anodes
- Saloon features quality wood finish and flexible seating arrangements
- Galley with practical storage and cooking setup
- Sale due to upgrade to larger vessel
Safety Equipment:
- Fire Extinguishers: 4 (new in 2024)
- Fire Blanket: 1
- Bilge Pumps: Manual & Electric
- MOB: 1
- Life Raft / EPIRB / Lifebuoys / Lifesling / Jackstays: Not equipped
- Gas System Last Checked: Feb 2025
Tank Capacities:
- Fuel: 350L
- Water: 200L
Hull / Keel / Construction:
- GRP Hull
- Keel Type: Planning