Tenbroeke kruiser 800

Tenbroeke Cruiser 800 – steel motorboat for comfortable cruising on inland waterwaysThe Tenbroeke Cruiser 800 is a practical and characterful steel cruiser of approximately 8.00 metres in length and 3.00 metres in beam, designed for relaxed touring on inland waters. Thanks to the hard-chine hull, this type of motorboat offers a pleasant combination of stability and good tracking, while its compact size provides plenty of freedom in narrow canals, city waterways and smaller harbours. With a draft of around 0.75 metres and an air draft of approximately 2.40 metres, this Tenbroeke cruiser is also suitable for a large part of the Dutch cruising area, including lakes, waterways and rivers. Inside, headroom is about 1.85 metres, making time on board comfortable during day trips and weekend getaways.Tenbroeke Cruiser 800 now in the online auction. Everyone can bid up to and including 20 April 2026.Hull, dimensions and appearanceThis Tenbroeke 800 is built in steel, a material loved by enthusiasts of classic Dutch motorboats for its solid look and calm handling. The hard-chine hull contributes to a stable feel on the water, even when there is a bit more chop on open lakes or wider rivers. The boat has been recently painted and the underside has been treated with a bottom coat; in addition, antifouling was applied in 2025 and the vessel was taken out of the water that same year for maintenance. This makes the cruiser interesting for buyers looking for a steel motorboat with a fresh presentation and recent attention to the underwater hull.Engine and handlingPropulsion is provided by a Volvo Penta diesel inboard engine with electric start. Volvo Penta is a well-known name in recreational boating and suits the character of a compact cruiser: calm, efficient and aimed at relaxed touring. The stated cruising speed is around 6 km/h, with a maximum speed of approximately 12 km/h. This is therefore a motorboat that feels at home at inland-waterway pace, where comfort and experience are often more important than speed. Steering is via a wheel from the inside helm position, which is convenient in changeable weather and on longer passages. With a single rudder and manageable size, the owner describes this Tenbroeke Cruiser 800 as manoeuvrable and easy to handle—an advantage especially in locks, narrow canals and busy marinas.Interior and onboard comfortInside, the boat offers a practical layout for two people, with one fixed berth and an additional sleeping option. This makes the Tenbroeke 800 suitable for a weekend away or a short holiday, and also ideal as a comfortable day boat with the option to stay overnight spontaneously. An onboard dinette is present and forms the heart of the living area. For everyday convenience, the galley is equipped with a cooker, refrigerator and microwave, allowing you to prepare meals and drinks on board with ease. Mattresses are included, making the sleeping area ready for use.The toilet is manual. It is good to know that the toilet discharge goes directly into open water.Electrical system and equipmentElectrically, this steel cruiser is equipped with shore power, a battery charger and an inverter, supplemented by a solar panel. Combined with the three batteries on board, this provides a solid basis for staying aboard, even when you are not continuously connected to shore power. For basic navigation there is a compass, and a fuel gauge provides insight into consumption and range. The boat is also fitted with an electric bilge pump, adding to ease of use.On deck, comfort and safety have been considered with a cockpit tent, fenders and lines, and a swim ladder for easy boarding and disembarking or a refreshing dip on warm days. There is one anchor, secured with a line, suitable for inland-water use and quiet anchoring spots.Who is this Tenbroeke Cruiser 800 interesting for?This Tenbroeke cruiser is an attractive choice for water sports enthusiasts looking for a compact steel motorboat for leisure cruising on inland waters, with the option to stay overnight comfortably. Thanks to the combination of practical dimensions, a Volvo Penta diesel engine, inside steering and a complete basic equipment package, this is a vessel well suited to day trips, weekend outings and holidays on lakes, waterways, rivers and canals. Anyone looking for a manoeuvrable Tenbroeke 800 with a well-kept appearance and recent attention to paintwork and the underwater hull will find this cruiser an interesting offering within the segment of classic Dutch steel motorboats. the year of construction is unknown and therefore set fictitiously