Duffy

1988 Duffy

"Red Sky"

1988
Pre-OwnedPower
$99,500 USD
$138,494 CAD
North Quincy, Massachusetts, United States
31'Length
1988Year
11' 5"Beam
1Cabins
DieselFuel

Key Specifications

Length31' (30' 10" LOA)
Beam11' 5"
Draft3' 5"
Year1988
CategoryDowneast, Lobster Boat
TypePower
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Fuel TypeDiesel
Cruise Speed12.5 Knots
Max Speed15 Knots

Accommodation

Cabins1
Sleeps2

Tank Capacities

Fuel200 gal
Holding20 gal

Highlights & Features

1988 31 Duffy Lobster Yacht powered by a 210hp Cummins Diesel with 2739 original hours. Many mechanical upgrades including new injectors, engine mounts, and transmission rebuild. Soon to be buffed and waxed and bottom painted.

About This Yacht

1988 35 Duffy Lobster Yacht powered by a 210hp Cummins FWC inboard deisel with 2740 hours. Her hull is solid glass and there have been many mechanical upgrades over the years including new engine mounts, new injectors 2026 and a tranmission rebuild in 2022. She will soon be buffed, waxed, bottom painted and new zincs installed. Dockage paid through fall of 2026 at Safe Harbors Marina Bay.  


DH Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Norwood Yacht Sales. 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

Propulsion

Engine 1Cummins 6 Cylinder
Year1988TypeInboardFuelDieselPower210 HPPower157 KWHours2,740

Registration

HIN/IMODUJ10326G888

Full Details

Overview

Introducing the 1988 Duffy 31 Lobster Boat, a remarkable vessel designed for both performance and comfort. With an overall length of 30.83 feet, this semi-displacement fiberglass hull boat is built to navigate various waters with ease. Powered by a robust 210 hp Cummins inboard engine, it ensures a reliable and efficient cruising experience. This boat features an electric windlass, enhancing convenience during anchoring and mooring. The thoughtfully designed accommodation includes a head, providing essential amenities for longer outings. Whether you're heading out for a day of fishing or a leisurely cruise, the Duffy 31 Lobster Boat combines classic charm with modern functionality, making it an excellent choice for boating enthusiasts. Its sturdy construction and powerful engine promise a dependable and enjoyable journey on the water.

Description I

Red Sky is a rare to the market Spencer Lincoln designed Duffy Lobster Yacht. The built down, semi-displacement hull design is well known for a great ride. Lightly used & never fished, this Duffy 31 hardtop (Style C layout) with a solid fiberglass hull; Herreshoff style interior of teak trim & fiberglass paneling including galley, head, shower and spacious forward v-berth with filler. She boasts a rare combination of comfortable, roomy interior and ample cockpit for a boat of this size. The helm door is a real plus! Just back from a trouble free and economical 600 mile 12 day trip to Maine. Strong enough for fishing and comfortable enough for overnight trips with the Admiral! The engine access and convenience of reaching all important items cannot be overstated. Three hinged access panels open fully out of the way, exposing the entire cabin floor. She has had great care and upgrading on our watch over the past 5 years and is ready to go now with her new owners. Well over $25k in upgrades!

Mechanical Upgrades:

Injectors (2026) 

Heat exchangers for engine and transmission rebuilt (2025)

New bell housing last year (2025)

Motor mounts replaced approximately four years ago.

Racor dual turbine fuel filter. Reverso Oil Changer.

Two 8D Batteries. 

Hydro-slave (rockland Maine). 

Hrydraulic commercial duty steering with bronze steering wheel.

Buck Algonquin type heavy duty bronze stuffing box and bronze cutlass bearing 

assembly with a four blade propeller.

Electronics are all about five years old and all work. Two screens for radar and plotter with overlay.


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