Name: 1984 Kadey-Krogen Manatee 36 “Amazing Grace”
Brand: Kadey-Krogen
Price: 120000 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

This Kadey-Krogen 36’ Manatee is one of only 99 ever built and represents a unique opportunity to own one of the most practical, livable trawlers in her class. Known for efficiency (burning just 2 GPH at 7 knots) and an incredibly spacious interior, the Manatee was designed by James S. Krogen to provide long-range comfort without pretense. With her shallow 3’2” draft and seaworthy design, she is equally at home exploring protected rivers and bays as she is stretching out for long coastal passages.

This vessel has been very well maintained with recent major updates including a full bottom refinish (2024), exterior teak refinishing, and a brand-new AGM battery system. With over $20,000 invested in updated Garmin electronics, she is fully outfitted for safe, reliable, and modern cruising and is undoubtedly turn-key and ready for it’s next adventure.

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price: $120,000
Year: 1984
Make: Kadey-Krogen
Model: Manatee 36
Condition: Used
Type: Trawlers, Cruisers
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Location: Seattle, WAApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA: 36 ft (11 m)
Beam: 13.67 ft (4.17 m)
Draft: 3.17 ft (0.97 m)

Performance

Range: 1,100 nm

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines: 1
Total Power: 136 hp
Total Hours: 2,600 hrs
Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive Type: Air Propeller
Engine: Volvo TMD-A · 136 hp · 2,600 hrs · Inboard · Air Propeller

Tankage

Fuel: 280 gal (1,060 L)

Full Details

Equipment & Features

Navigation & Electronics ($20k+ investment, 2025):

Dual Garmin multifunction displays with radar, engine/battery monitoring (NMEA2000 integration)
Garmin Reactor 40 hydraulic autopilot
Garmin color radar (18/20 mile)
Garmin chartplotter with full bottom mapping
Garmin VHF 210
Fusion stereo system with 4 speakers
New Samsung LED TV with antenna & hotspot capability

Comfort & Interior:

Bright salon with beam-to-beam layout (can seat 15 comfortably)
Sleeps 4 in 2 staterooms, with additional salon sleeping
Webasto hydronic diesel heat system
Dickinson diesel stove, microwave, and large galley with ample counter space
Vacuum flush head
New teak refinishing throughout
Ample storage and cabinetry in timeless teak joinery

Mechanical & Systems:

Volvo TMD-A diesel (approx. 2,800 hrs)
Newer Westerbeke 5kW diesel generator (approx. 1200hrs)
Bow thruster
Watermaker
Electric boom / tender davit
Flopper stopper for stability at anchor
Aqua Alarm system
Lofrans Tigres windlass with Ultra anchor & 320’ chain (plus secondary anchor)
New AGM batteries & cabling (2024)

Additional Equipment:

West Marine 310 dinghy with Mercury 9.9hp four-stroke
Large covered aft deck
Tank monitoring system (new)

Lifestyle & Cruising Potential

The Kadey-Krogen Manatee is more than just a trawler—it’s a capable home on the water. Her wide beam and thoughtful layout provide a sense of space normally reserved for much larger yachts, making her an excellent candidate for extended cruising or comfortable liveaboard life. With the impressive efficiency and long range, you can explore the Inside Passage, cruise the San Juans and Gulf Islands, or head south to Mexico and beyond without hesitation.

Few boats combine such a rare mix of practicality, economy, and comfort. Whether your dream is a weekend getaway cottage, a floating waterfront condo, or a serious long-distance cruiser, this Manatee is ready to take you there.

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This company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.