Knowles 40 Custom Walkaround
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Stellwagen Yacht Sales
United States
| Make | Knowles |
|---|---|
| Model | 40 Custom Walkaround |
| Year | 2002 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$585,000 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Sport Fishing |
| Length | 40 ft |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
| Location | Marshfield, Massachusetts |
| LOA | 40 ft |
|---|---|
| Beam | 13 ft 6 in |
| Max Draft | 3 ft 5 in |
| Keel Type | Other |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Cummins |
| Engine Model | 6CTA 8.3-M3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Power | 450 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Engine usage (hours) | 2867 |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Cummins |
| Engine Model | 6CTA 8.3-M3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Power | 450 hp |
| Engine usage (hours) | 3252 |
| Guest Cabins | 1 |
|---|---|
| Guest Heads | 1 |
| Fuel Tanks | 2 x 275 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 1 x 125 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 1 x 25 gal |
| Hull Shape | Deep Vee |
Description
Shark Bait is a truly exceptional vessel, benefiting from significant upgrades and meticulous care by her current owner. With extensive improvements made between 2013–2020 and additional investments since 2021, she is one of the finest examples of her class on the market today. Built for serious offshore capability yet refined for comfort, Shark Bait is turnkey and ready for her next adventure.
Notable Features & Highlights
• Major Upgrades: Continuous improvements from 2013 through 2025 make this vessel a standout, with systems and finishes well beyond comparable models - (see full descriptions)
• Extended Range Capability: Large fuel capacity, a 6kW generator, and a 700-gallon-per-day watermaker support long passages and extended time on the water.
• Refrigeration Systems: Dual refrigeration setups for the in-deck fish hold and stern fridge/freezer boxes—ideal for keeping both provisions and the catch fresh.
• Versatile Cockpit: Built for the dedicated angler but equally inviting for entertaining, featuring a cockpit with direct engine room access via a convenient door.
• Spacious Bridge Layout: Expansive bench seating across the bridge deck with a dedicated captain’s chair positioned before multiple Garmin MFDs for superior visibility and navigation.
• Comfortable Interior: A warm and inviting cabin finished with teak and holly floors, air conditioning, and LED lighting—perfect for relaxing in any weather.
Whether your plans include chasing offshore gamefish, embarking on extended voyages, or enjoying weekends with family and friends, Shark Bait delivers the performance, reliability, and comfort to do it all.
Recent Upgrades
- New Garmin Electronics (2023-2024)
- (3) Garmin 8616 16” MFD’s
- (1) Garmin 1243 12” MFD
- (1) Garmin GMR Fantom 24X Dome Radar
- (1) Garmin GSD 26 CHIRP Pro Black Box Sonar Module
- (1) Garmin CHIRP Airmar R109LHW 3kW Transducer
- (2) Garmin GFL 10 Fluid Level NMEA 2000 Analog Adapter
- (1) Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot with Remote Control
- (1) Garmin VHF Black Box with Remote Handset
- (1) Garmin AIS Black Box
- All new NMEA 2000 Backbone and Drop Cables
- All New Dashboard Acrylic Panels and Switching
- New Sound System (2023-2024)
- New Fusion Apollo MS-RA770 Marine Stereo
- (2) New Rockford Fosgate PM600X4 Punch Marine Amplifiers
- (4) New JL Audio M6-650X Speakers
- (2) New JL Audio M6-770X Speakers
- New Analog to Digital Conversion for Cummins Mechanical Motors
- (2) New Actisense EMU-1 Analog to Digital Converter (2023-2024)
- All new Sending Units on both motors
- New AMG 8D Batteries (2024)
- New Promariner 12-60P Battery Charger (2024)
- (2) New 200amp Alternators (2023)
- (4) New Lumitec SeaBlazeX2 RGBW Underwater Lights (2024)
- New Generator AMG Battery (2024)
- (20) LT Marine HD Swivel Rod Holders with HD Backing Plates (2023)
- New Scoponich Teak Rocket Launcher with Storage (2022)
- Serviced Heat Exchangers and After-coolers (2024)
- New Bottom Paint (2024)
- New Stern Flip Up Hatch (2022)
- New Throttle Cables (2024)
- New Edson Wrapped Steering Wheel (2024)
Hull and Deck
- Complete Awlgrip Paint Job
- All Hardware Removed, Polished, or Replaced
- Bottom Soda Blasted to Epoxy, Re-faired, Epoxy Coated and Painted
- Exterior LED Lighting Throughout - Bridge Lights, Under Gunwale Lighting, and Cockpit Flood Lights
- All Interior Lighting Updated to LED
- Underwater Lights
- Hard Glass Enclosure by Seaworthy Canvas
- Cockpit Cover
- Cockpit Sunshade
- Enclosure Cover for Bridge Area
- Custom Boarding Ladder Through Tuna Door
- Freshwater Wash-downs
- New Maxwell Windlass
- Custom SS Anchor Chute
- 50 ft of 3/8 SS Chain followed by 400 ft of 8 Strand Rode
- 40 lb SS Plow Anchor
Helm
- Bridge Cushions by Native Canvas
- Bluewater Teak Helm Chair with Pedestal ($20K)
- Custom Removable Bridge Doors with Storage Area in Hardtop
- Teak Bridge Cap
Interior
- Sunbrella Interior Upholstery by Birdsall Marine
- Custom Latex Mattress with Sunbrella Cover
Fishing Equipment
- 50 Gallon Transom Livewell
- (2) 50 Gallon Removable On Deck Livewells
- All Plumbing Under Deck with 3 Pump Sea Chest
- (3) Carbon Fiber Rupp Outriggers
- (20) LT Marine Swivel Rod Holders
- (2) Electric Reel Outlets
Engine Room and Mechanical
- Fuel Tanks Replaced
- Integrated Water Tank Replaced
- Refrigeration System by Gulfstream Refrigeration
- Drink Box, Deep Freeze and Large In Deck Kill Box (All Refrigerated)
- 6 KW Northern Lights Generator was fully stripped down and serviced. 2586 Hours
- 700 gpd Watermaker from Watermaker Systems
- Complete Oil Change System for Main Engines, Generator, and Transmissions
- Shafts Replaced
- Veem 4 Blade Props Replaced
- (1) Sets of Spare Wheels
- Rudders were removed, soda blasted and repacked upon install.
- All Cooling Systems were Removed and Serviced
- Engine Block Heaters were Installed
- All Injectors were Replaced
- Turbo Chargers were Removed and Blueprinted
- All Hoses and Clamps were Replaced
- Dripless Shaft Seals were Replaced
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
Stellwagen Yacht Sales
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Stellwagen Yacht Sales
United States
