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1972 Custom Tug Boat “Clark Mills”

42 ft · Clearwater, FL

$99,900

FYI Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Sandy Hook Yacht Sales, Inc - Sea Bright Office.

1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, side view.

Description

Introducing the 1972 Clark Mills Boat Tug Boat, a charming vessel with an overall length of 42 feet, perfect for both work and leisure on the water. This classic tug features a robust wooden hull designed in a displacement shape, ensuring stability and a smooth ride. Powered by a reliable Detroit 6-71 NA diesel engine, showcasing its dependable performance. The direct drive configuration enhances its efficiency, making it a great choice for various maritime tasks. Equipped with an electric windlass on aft deck used for towing and anchoring. Its thoughtful design ensures that you can enjoy your time on the water with ease. Whether you're looking to explore or work, the Clark Mills Tug Boat combines functionality with timeless appeal, making it a standout choice for any boating enthusiast.

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$99,900
Year
1972
Make
Custom
Model
Tug Boat
Builder
Clark Mills
Designer
Clark Mills
Condition
Used
Type
Trawlers, Tug, Pilothouse
Hull Material
Wood
Location
Clearwater, FLApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
42.17 ft (12.9 m)
Nominal Length
42 ft (12.8 m)
Beam
15 ft (4.57 m)
Draft
5 ft (1.52 m)

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
1
Fuel Type
Diesel
Drive Type
Direct
Engine
Detroit 6-71 NA · 1971 · Inboard · Direct · 4 Blade, Bronze

Tankage

Fuel
300 gal (1,136 L) · 2 tanks

Equipment & Systems

Windlass
Electric

Full Details

Electrical

3 Group 8-D AGM batteries, (1 Engine and 2 house)

Newmar HDM 50 12 VDC battery charger,

2 OEM type engine mounted alternators 130 amp Delco and 60 amp Motorola with separate regulators

Westerbeke 8 KW Generator 180 hours reported 9.30.25

Vanner ITA2-3200 3200 Watt inverter

Mechanical

Detroit 6-71 NA

7.25 kts @1075 RPM 4 miles per gallon

600 fuel capacity (2 x 300 gal epoxy coated steel) w/sight gauges

Dry stack exhaust

Fuel filtration, engine mounted canister type secondary fuel filter and 3 remotely mounted canister type primary fuel filters with directable valves

Morse mechanical single lever controls

Allison MH3.0-R marine gear 3:1 ration

2 1/2" SS shaft

Ellis 36' x 28" 4 Blade bronze propeller

Shaft seal grease style lip seal

1.25" Obendorfer engine driven bilge pump with electric clutch

Galley

Magic Chef 4-burner LPG stove and oven

Nova Kool 12 VDC refrigeration

Sansung microwave oven

Formica counter tops

Abundant locker and drawer storage

Deck

Custom Pipewelders Al. framed aft deck awning with canvas top

Samson post fore and aft

Ideal bronze 12VDC electric winch with chain and rope gypsy, used for towing and anchor windlass

Large 12VDC refrigerated box for beverage storage

Large 3 top fish box plumbed to 35 gal fresh water tanks

Aft deck shower

Al. handrails

7 step Al. boarding ladder

Decks and non-skid painted awlgrip 2022

Baier Al deck hatch aft

Additional Information

The boat was designed and built by Clark Mills in 1972. Main timbers are Long Leaf Yellow Pine sourced from the demolition of the original Clearwater Railroad Station well over 100 year old lumber! The hull is carvel planked with mahogany. Decks are fiberglassed and painted with Awlgrip

Powered with original Detroit single 6-71 hours are unknown but well well maintained and in pristine condition.

8 KW Westerbeke Gen with under 200 hrs

7.25 kts at 1075 RPM's 4 miles per gallon, 600 gal fuel capacity

Kept under cover, current owner has owned the boat since 1975 and has maintained the boat to the highness standards.

Accommodations

It has a full galley with 4 burner propane stove and oven, Norcold AC/DC refrigerator, sink and drain board, abundant locker and drawer storage. It also has self contained Dometic Sealand fresh water head and holding tank.

There is a Collison bulkhead a few feet aft of stem and a watertight bulkhead with a door between galley and engine room.

Engine room is aft with standing headroom and very good machinery access, abundant locker and drawer storage and work space.

Galley, forepeak and wheelhouse are airconditioned

There are total of 4 berths

Photos (30)

  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, lush greenery in background.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, surrounded by lush greenery.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works tug boat on calm water, Clearwater, Florida.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water near lush green shoreline.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, featuring vibrant green and red accents.
  • 1972 custom tug boat cabin with windows, docked near modern buildings.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat docked, named "Clark Mills," with white and green accents.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat docked in marina, front view with rope fender.
  • Custom 1972 tug boat docked at marina, featuring ropes and covered deck.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, featuring a covered deck and classic design.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on calm water, featuring a covered deck.
  • 1972 Custom Tug Boat deck with ropes, docked at marina, sunny day.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat deck with ropes and seating, on calm water.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat on water, featuring RM logo and canopy.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat helm with wooden wheel and navigation equipment.
  • Interior of a 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat with steering wheel and navigation equipment.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat interior with seating, cushions, and control panel.
  • Interior of a 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat with kitchenette and seating area.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat interior with kitchen appliances and dining area.
  • Interior of a 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat with yellow-cushioned seating.
  • Cozy cabin interior of a 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat with striped bedding.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat interior with toilet and striped bedding.
  • 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat engine room with visible machinery and portholes.
  • Engine room of a 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat, showcasing machinery and equipment.
  • Engine room of 1972 Mills Boat Works Tug Boat with Westerbeke generator.
  • Wooden frame of a 1972 custom tug boat under construction in a workshop.
  • Man constructing 1972 custom tug boat in workshop, wooden framework visible.
  • 1972 custom tug boat under construction, workers assembling wooden frame in shipyard.
  • Custom 1972 tug boat with people onboard, near tropical island and palm trees.

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The 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.