48' 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 48

Price

$275,000

Overall Length

48 ft

Location

Charleston South Carolina United States

Category

Sail

Year

2012

Name

Tartuga

Model

Oceanis 48

Fuel Tank Capacity

105 Gallons

Beam

15' 7"

Draft

Minimum 6'Maximum 6'

LOA

47'

11"

Displacement

27,765 lbs

Cabin Count

3

Head Count

2

Fresh Water Capacity

175 Gallons

Hull Material

Fiberglass

Ballast

8,951

Bridge Clearance

71' 2"

Engine

2011 Yanmar
Diesel
4JH4-TE 1.9L
Inboard
Sail
75Hp
56Kw
2,431Hrs

Description

Tartuga is a proven, extensively updated Beneteau Oceanis 48, ready for her next cruising adventure. Having successfully completed the 2024 Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) and cruised the Bahamas during the 2025–2026 season, she offers buyers a well-equipped cruising platform with many of the significant maintenance and upgrade items associated with a yacht of this size already addressed.

Major updates completed between 2024 and 2026 include:

New North mainsail and genoa – 2024
New wire standing rigging – 2024
560Ah lithium house battery bank – 2024
B&G NAC-3 autopilot – 2024
New/upgraded SD60 saildrive – 2025
Major electrical system upgrade – 2025
Upgraded Balmar high-output alternator – 2025
New Simrad 12" multifunction chartplotter – 2026
Fresh bottom paint – 2026
Recent engine and saildrive service

Beyond these recent improvements, Tartuga is exceptionally well equipped for extended cruising. Her cruising inventory includes a 1,050W solar array mounted on a custom stainless-steel arch, Schenker watermaker, three-zone air conditioning, bow thruster, three electric Harken winches, electric windlass, AIS, Starlink, shoal-draft keel (6'), and a 2021 Highfield 340 aluminum RIB with 20 HP Tohatsu outboard.

Her desirable three-cabin, two-head owner's layout provides comfortable accommodations for a cruising couple, family, or guests while maintaining excellent storage and living space.

One of Tartuga's greatest advantages is that she is not simply equipped for extended cruising—she has actually done it. Her successful ARC crossing and subsequent Bahamas cruising demonstrate the boat's capability and the systems aboard her.

Privately owned and never chartered, with no known hurricane or material damage history, Tartuga has been actively maintained and substantially upgraded by her current owner. She is USCG documented, properly imported with CBP-7501 documentation, and available for immediate inspection at Safe Harbor Charleston City Marina.

Worldwide Yacht Sales Inc is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts. 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

Bow Thruster
In-mast furling mainsail
Mainsail and genoa replaced in 2024
Wire standing rigging replaced in 2024
Code-O
Spinnaker pole
(3) Electric winches
Shoal draft (6')
3 cabin, 2 head layout
Never chartered, no known hurricane or material damage history
Arch and dinghy davits with solar mount
Dinghy: 2021 Highfield 340 Aluminum RIB
Outboard: 2021 Tohatsu 20 HP outboard
Solar: 1050W mounted on the arch
House Batteries: 560 Ah of Lithium (LifePo4) (2024)
Watermaker: Schenker Zen 30 DC high efficiency watermaker
3-Zone AC
Saildrive replaced/upgraded in 2025 - Fluid changed with Rotella T 15W40 in April 2026.
Installed a new 120V electrical system with a 50 Amp shorepower connection in 2025
New Inverter/Charger (2025)
New Isolation Transformer (2025)
Replaced all AC outlets (2025)
Installed an upgraded Alternator (2025)
Stove: ENO 3-burner LPG stovetop range with oven (2025)
Microwave/Air Fryer/Oven (2025)
Bottom prepped and painted with Sea Hawk Biocop TF Antifouling paint in April 2026.
Fusion radio with cockpit speakers (2024)
New Simrad 12" NSSEVO3S Multifunction Navigation Display (2026)

North Mainsail (2024)
North Genoa (2024)
Code-O (2020)
In-mast furling mainsail
Genoa furling
Standing Rigging (2024)
Most sail control lines are led to the cockpit
Electric Winches: Two Harken primary winches and one Harken cabin top winch
One manual Harken winch on the cabin top
Spinnaker Pole
Spinnaker haylard
Rigid boom vang
(2) Genoa tracks with turning blocks
Split backstay
Mainsheet arch
Replaced the jib sheet clutch (2025)
Most (75%) of the running rigging was replaced in 2024 (main halyard, jib halyard, topping lift, outhaul, vang, furling line, and mainsheet)

The Beneteau Oceanis 48 features a spacious, open cockpit that balances comfort and functionality. Twin helms offer great visibility and access, and the centerline table includes storage, lighting, and stainless steel handrails. Tartuga is equipped with new settee cockpit cushions, six folding cockpit cushions, a dodger, a bimini, and mesh side curtains for comfort and protection.

There is plenty of storage, with two large cockpit lockers, additional compartments in the cockpit sole, a dedicated propane locker, and a liferaft locker beneath the helm seat.

The electric fold-down transom creates a wide swim platform for easy water access and tender boarding. When raised, it forms secure seating and encloses the cockpit.

Most sail controls are led aft for short-handed sailing, with electric primary winches positioned within easy reach of both helms. The mainsheet is led to an overhead arch, keeping the cockpit uncluttered and safe.

Side decks are wide and easy to navigate, and the foredeck is clean and functional, with a large chain locker, anchor windlass, and ample space for ground tackle (73 lbs Rocna anchor and 150+ ft. of chain) and cruising gear.

Electric fold-down transom (new actuator in 2025)
Swim ladder
Cockpit shower
New settee cockpit cushions (2026)
Dodger, Bimini, and mesh side curtains.
Added eisenglass panel windows to the bimini and dodger (2025)
Aluminum arch with a dinghy lift, outboard lift, and solar brackets
Starlink mount
Outboard engine bracket
Ground tackle:
Primary: 73 lbs. Rocna anchor with 150'+ chain
Spare: 55 lbs. Delta anchor
Anchor Windlass: 12V DC Lewmar 1,500W automatic anchor windlass on the bow with handheld wired remote control.
Stainless steel bow fitting with two anchor rollers
Anchor/chain locker
Foredeck Storage: Large Sail Locker with a ladder and shelves
(6) Aluminum mooring cleats
Attractive wood Passarelle

Solar: 6x Victron Energy 175W solar panels (1,050W total) mounted on the arch, and Victron Energy solar charge controllers
12 V electrical panel
Bow Thruster Batteries: Four 12V DC Bosch S5 A05 AGM 60Ah batteries belowe V-berth
House Batteries: Two ECO-Worthy 12.8 280 AH Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries (560 Ah total)
Engine Start Battery: 12V DC Banner Buffalo Bull 605-02 Group Size 31 105Ah 100CCA
Victron Energy Inverter Charger Multi Control at the Nav (2025)
Victron Energy energy management display at the Nav (2025)
50A 125/250V shore power inlet (2025)
30A 125 shore power inlet (2025)
(2) 50 Amp shore power cords (2025)
Tartuga underwent an extensive electrical upgrade performed by Armada Yacht Management in 2025. The vessel is configured for U.S. 120/240V, 50A split-phase shore power and can also accept European 230V/50Hz shore power. When connecting to European shore power, an appropriate shore-power adapter is required, with the European line and neutral corresponding to L1 and L2 at the vessel's shore-power connection. The adapter is not included with the vessel. The upgrade allows the onboard systems to function as designed at the dock and supports future generator integration. The invoice is available upon request.
The basic scope of work includes:
Removal of obsolete equipment and wiring
Upgrading wiring as needed to support new equipment
Install breakers and fuses as needed
Install a Victron Energy Auto Transfer for all 120V loads
Install a Victron Energy Quattro 12/3000/120/230V Inverter/Charger and control
Install a Victron Cerbo GX and screen for monitoring all components
Install an Acme Auto Transformer 15 kVA isolation transformer. Converts split-phase to single-phase for the boat's mains.
Install a DC-to-DC converter for the engine start battery
Install a Balmar XT DF 170 J10 175A Alternator
Furnish a 50A, 50 foot 220V shore power cable
Install a 10KVA automatic transfer switch for future generator installation
Install new 110V AC outlets throughout the vessel, with USB-C fast charging ports
Rewire an existing shore power inlet for use with a portable generator
Replace the house battery bank DC wiring

New Simrad 12" NSSEVO3S Multifunction Navigation Display (2026)
(2) Simrad wind direction/speed displays
(2) Simrad depth and boat speed displays
Simrad autopilot control at the port helm
B&G NAC 3 autopilot (2024) with a L&S hydraulic drive unit
AIS (transmit and receive)
VHF: Simrad RS20S GPS fixed VHF marine radio with mic
Two 6' Plastimo magnetic compasses on the helm station dashes are in serviceable condition
Fusion radio with two cockpit speakers and two salon speakers (2024)
Starlink router and dish with a custom mount

Watermaker: Schenker Zen 30 DC high efficiency watermaker
Freshwater Tank: 175 gallons. Three crosslink polyethylene freshwater tanks in the forward and mid-ship bilges with 3 deck fills.
Freshwater Pump: 12V DC Johnson Pump 5.0 GPM freshwater pressure pump
Replaced the tank accumulator (2025)
Water Heater: Quick B3 Nautic Boiler 40 10.6-gallon water heater installed beneath the starboard
Aft Head Toilet: One manual raw-water Jabsco toilet (2024)
Replaced major hoses for the manual toilet (2025)
Fwd Head Toilet: Raritan macerating electric toilet (2025)
Holding Tanks: Two crosslink polyethylene blackwater waste holding tanks
Grey Water Tank and Sump Pumps: 2x 12V DC Whale shower sump pumps below the 2x sinks
Three sinks and two showers.
Fuel Tanks and System: 105 gallons. Two polyethylene diesel fuel tanks are below the two aft berths.
Bilge Pumps: One electric bilge pump and one manual bilge pump
Dedicated LPG storage compartment

Tartuga has three cabins and two heads. There are two aft guest cabins with double berths and a spacious forward owner’s suite, all finished in a modern style with warm teak joinery that adds contrast and refinement.

The galley is located to port at the base of the companionway, a practical position for use both underway and at anchor. It features double sinks near the centerline, a front-opening refrigerator, ample counter space, and well-organized storage with cabinets and drawers.

Opposite the galley is a large head with a separate shower, easily accessible for guests and day use.

The salon is open and inviting, with excellent natural light from overhead hatches and hull ports. A U-shaped settee and dining table are positioned to starboard, with additional seating to port, creating a comfortable space for dining or relaxing. Storage is thoughtfully integrated throughout, with lockers above and compartments below.

Both aft cabins are well lit and well ventilated, offering comfortable double berths and hanging lockers. The forward owner’s cabin is the highlight, featuring a centerline berth, generous storage, an ensuite head with a separate shower, and added touches like a vanity and seating area. The layout is designed for practical, comfortable extended cruising.

Climate Control: Three-zone AC - Dometic Cruise air 24,000-total BTU reverse-cycle climate control units below the V-berth and starboard salon dinette bench seat.
Several 12V fans
Fusion radio with two speakers in the salon and two speakers in the cockpit
TV (2025)

Galley: