2012 Gunboat 60
“DEFIANCE”
01Overview
Designed by Nigel Irens and built in 2012, DEFIANCE is a top-tier cruising catamaran with custom transom extensions and a modernized hybrid-propulsion system. Millions of dollars in upgrades during major refits in 2021 and 2025/2026 - in peak condition.
03Specifications
04Description
PRELIMINARY LISTING
The renowned British multihull designer Nigel Irens was tapped to draw the third generation of the Gunboat series which were built at what is now the HH Catamarans factory between 2012 - 2018. Plenty has been said and written about the best-in-class performance, quality, durability, and aesthetics of the Gunboats. DEFIANCE is arguably the most updated and most refined GB60 for cruising, with her custom transom extensions, modernized hybrid-propulsion system and operator-friendly systems and ergonomics. DEFIANCE has only had two owners and current captain/manager has been involved with the program for ~8 years. She has benefited from millions of dollars’ worth of upgrades over the past few years, most notably a refit in 2021 and another comprehensive yard period on ‘25/’26. DEFIANCE is now presented for sale in top shape for her next owner.
S&J Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Wellington Yacht Partners. 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
RECENT / NOTABLE UPGRADES AND UPDATES
- Standing rigging and rig hardware replaced (2018)
- Mast and boom painted (2021)
- Shroud loops and strops replaced (2025)
- Mast-down rig service and tune (2025)
- Headstay replaced (2025)
- Running rigging updated (2025)
- New North Sails 3Di mainsail and Solent jib (2026)
- Motors replaced (2021)
- OYS sail drives replaced (2018)
- Start batteries replaced (2025)
- House batteries replaced (2025)
- Electronics nav instruments updated (2021)
- (2) Spectra new watermaker (2025)
- Rudder bearings and steering updated (2021)
- Interior carpentry, countertops, and soft goods updated 2020-2021
- All pumps replaced (2025-2026)
- Major electrical updates 2025-2026
EQUIPMENT LIST
This is a preliminary listing which is scheduled to be updated soon. Please reach out to Wellington Yachts for a full spec sheet and equipment list in the meantime.
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