Balena Blu
About this yacht
The Opportunity
“Baby Beluga” offers an incredible amount of volume, character, and functionality at an entry-level price point. Whether you’re looking for a liveaboard, a project with strong bones, or a unique floating getaway—this vessel delivers unmatched value.
Offered as a donation vessel to Scouting America
Asking: $15,250
Specifications
- Length
- 42' 5" (12.93m)
- Beam
- 14' 9" (4.5m)
- Max Draft
- 3' 11" (1.19m)
- Year built
- 1972
- Builder
- PACIFICA
- Model
- 48 Pilothouse
- Type
- Trawler Yacht
- Hull material
- Fiberglass
- Engines
- Detroit Diesel 671 228hp 0hrs / Detroit Diesel 671 228hp 0hrs
- Status
- Active
- MLS ID
- 458399
Accomodations (2 - Spacious Staterooms) +
Designed with privacy in mind, sleeping quarters are separated from the main salon:
Master Cabin
- Full/Queen Berth
- Storage beneath berth
- Large hanging locker
- Flat screen TV
Forward Cabin
- Full/Queen berth (starboard side)
- Ample storage
- Large mirror
- Flat screen TV
Head
- VacuFlush toilet
- Porcelain sink with hot/cold water
- Separate full-size shower
Galley +
- Dual stainless steel sinks
- Ample counter space and storage
- Microwave oven
- Oster toaster
- Small + large refrigerator
Navigation and Electronics +
- Nautico VHF Marine
- Furuno 1731 Radar
- Garmin GPS Map 76
- Simrad Chartplotter
- AutoPilot - Cetrek Pro Pilot 700
- 4'' Magnetic Compass
- Hydraulic Steering
- Auxiliary Instrument Panel
- Volt and Amp Meters
Salon - Open and Inviting +
- Expansive layout perfect for entertaining
- Large windows with shades for natural light
- L-shaped sofa with coffee table
- Flat screen TV & speakers
- 7-foot headroom
- Desk and printer station
ENGINE ROOM +
- Twin Detroit Diesel 6-71 Engines 228HP - Freshwater Keel-Cooled Engines
- Direct Drive
- Racor Fuel Filters
- Stand-up Engine Room - the owners/mechanics love to work with an ample space engine room.
Electrical +
- Shore Power Inlet
Deck and Exterior +
Bow
- Stainless safety rails
- Non-skid decking
- Hatch skylight
- Anchor windlass & rode system
- Inflatable skiff
- Deck lockers
Cockpit & Side Decks
- Non-skid decking
- Line cleats
- Steps to raised deck
- Shore power receptacles
- Outboard motor for skiff
Description +
Asking: $15,250 (Donation Vessel to Scouting America)
There comes a point where life invites you to slow down, stretch out, and enjoy the moment—and “Baby Beluga” is ready to offer exactly that.
Originally commissioned as a 44’ Pacifica, this vessel was extended with a professionally added 4’ cockpit, transforming her into a uniquely spacious 48’ platform. The result? A truly wide-open layout that’s rare for her class—perfect for fishing, entertaining, or simply relaxing on the water.
This boat is best described in one phrase: space, space, and more space. From the expansive salon to the generous foredeck and cockpit, even down to the stand-up engine room, every area feels open and accessible. No tight squeezes, no gymnastics—just practical usability throughout.
While she is a running vessel, “Baby Beluga” may be ideally suited as a budget-friendly waterfront condo, offering comfort, privacy, and livability without the high cost of modern yachts.
Key Features +
- Twin Detroit Diesel 6-71 Engines (228 HP each)
Freshwater, keel-cooled - Stand-Up Engine Room – Easy access for maintenance
- Wide Open Cockpit – Ideal for fishing or lounging
- Exceptional Storage – More than most modern vessels
- Hydraulic Steering
- VacuFlush Head System
- Full-Size Separate Shower
- Non-Skid Decking Throughout