Alte Schleppschiff

Built in 1931 at the Vve Broutin shipyard in Vitry-le-Francois, the Neptune is a former river tugboat converted for recreational use. It retains the character and robustness of traditional workboats. With its charm, sound hull, and generous volume, it will suit both heritage enthusiasts and those seeking a life onboard project on the rivers and canals of France and Europe.

Engine : Deutz SAGL 514 – 75 HP, known for its robustness and mechanical simplicity. Complete overhaul in June 2026 (drain, filters, valve clearance adjustment, mechanical check, and injection pump service).

Dimensions :

• Length : 13.90 m

• Beam : 3.60 m

• Draft : 1.30 m

• Air draft : 4 m (3 m exhaust pipe removed)

• 4 berths

• Navigation category C

Major refit in 2021:

• Full survey and sounding plan

• Steel hull 5 to 6 mm

• Liveworks and propeller shaft in good condition

• Anodes replaced

• Hull repainted in Targol

• No structural damage observed

The boat is sold with a comprehensive file: 1931 tonnage certificate, owner history, administrative documents, sounding plans (2013 and 2021), assessments (1995 and 2021), and technical documents for the hydraulic steering system, propeller, Deutz engine, and Reintjes gearbox.

Layout: kitchen, wheelhouse, saloon convertible into double berth, engine room with workshop, storage, WC, shower, and double cabin. The bathroom and cabin can be modernized according to the future owner's taste.

Equipment: hydraulic steering, emergency tiller, 2 anchors, manual windlass, 24V engine batteries with Victron charger and 12V service batteries, fixed VHF, electric and manual bilge pumps, gas stove, 220V refrigerator.

The boat is operational, viewable by appointment and located at the port of Roches de Condrieu (France, near Lyon). 

Expertise report and sounding plan available upon request.