Amel Mango 52

1983 Amel Mango 52 – Classic Bluewater Cruiser in Croatia


This 1983 Amel Mango 52, lying in Pula, Croatia, reflects the timeless quality and seaworthiness of Amel yachts. Built for safety and comfort, this ketch-rigged cruiser offers easy handling and excellent stability. It is well-suited for both long-distance cruising and relaxed coastal sailing.


Power comes from an overhauled Perkins 80hp engine with a Hurth transmission, delivering strong and reliable performance. In addition, a Side Power bow thruster improves maneuvering in tight harbors and crosswinds. Her electrical system is equally robust, combining 12v, 24v, and 220v circuits with recently upgraded batteries. Moreover, a Paguro 4kW generator provides dependable backup for extended voyages. This supports modern comforts such as twin refrigerators, a freezer, and even a coffee machine.


Tankage is generous, with 980 liters of fuel and 1,500 liters of freshwater. Furthermore, stainless-steel blackwater and greywater tanks ensure clean, responsible cruising. Below deck, the interior is warm and inviting with rich mahogany joinery and tasteful upholstery. The layout features a spacious aft ensuite cabin, a welcoming saloon, and a forward V-berth. As a result, it offers a versatile and comfortable living space for a family or small crew.


On deck, the yacht is equipped for both safety and ease of use. An electric furling genoa, Lewmar anchor windlass, and full cockpit enclosure provide comfort in all conditions. In addition, a Ripstar dinghy with 25hp outboard ensures easy access ashore. Navigation is reliable, with Furuno radar, Simrad autopilot, and onboard WLAN giving confidence offshore.


This Amel Mango 52 blends classic design with careful maintenance. Above all, it is a proven and well-equipped yacht, ready to carry her next owner on new adventures.


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Construction

White GRP hull
TekDeck laid on GRP deck
Centre cockpit GRP superstructure
Iron fin keel
Skeg hung rudder
Wheel steering
2024 antifouling application
Complete renovation in 2005

Machinery

Perkins 4.236 diesel, 80hp, (original)
Engine No. 871667J
Approximately 3000 hours since overhaul
Hurth transmission
Shaft drive
Automatic propeller
Paguro 4 SY generator, 4 kW
Side Power SE100/185 bow thruster

Electrics

12v, 24v, 220v onboard voltage
4 x 100 Ah 12v domestic batteries, new 2023
2 x 100 Ah 12v engine batteries, new 2024
2 x 100 Ah generator starter batteries, new 2022
Battery Charger Brand:
Shore power

Tankage

2 x Stainless steel fuel tanks, 980ltrs total
Stainless steel water tank 1500ltrs total
2 x Stainless steel blackwater tanks
100ltrs Bilge greywater

Accommodation

Aft ensuite cabin with double berth
Private access to ensuite heads with electric W/C and shower
Galley located to port amidships
Ample storage for provisions and cookware
Navigation station to starboard amidships
Dedicated space with chart storage and navigation equipment
Positioned for convenient access to the cockpit
Saloon with offset dining area to port
U-shaped settee with dining table, additional seating to starboard
Storage available around saloon area
Forward heads to port with electric W/C and shower
Shared access from saloon and forward cabin
Forward double cabin with V-berth
Ample storage space under all berths and seats
Forepeak storage area
Located at the bow for sails, lines, and other equipment
Centrally located engine with multiple access points from passage and cockpit
Fabric upholstery
Mahogany interior joinery
Electric Blower 230 volts with generator
Average Standing Height: 2.20 meters

Domestic

ENO cooker with 3 burners oven and grill
Double stainless steel sinks
Frigo Boat refrigerator plus standard 220v fridge
Engel Box freezer, compatible with 12v and 230v
Complete set of cutlery and dishes, cooking utensils
JVC sound system with radio, CD, cassette changer
Mega Sat Shipman television
Mixer and coffee machine

Deck

Lewmar electric windlass
Danforth main anchor with 75m chain
Kedge anchor
12 x Mooring lines
14 x Fenders
2 x boat hooks
Passerelle with railing
Cockpit sprayhood
Fixed and loose stern bimini
Cockpit winter enclosure
Dinghy cover

Navigation

Amel compass binnacle compass
Furuno GPS 30/35 plotter
Interphase log/speed
Interphase echo sounder
Deep sounder forward PROBE
Furuno 821 radar
Simrad autopilot
MegaSat for satcoms
ICOM 720 SSB
Onboard WLAN with card

Tenders

Ripstar 3.20 m dinghy for 5 – 6 persons
25 HP outboard motor, maintained annually
2 paddles, dinghy anchor, lighting, flag, key

Safety

Life raft for 8
4 x Fire extinguishers,
JABSCO electric bilge pumps
8 x Life jackets
Lifelines
EPIRB
6 x Flares
Lifebuoy

The condition or level of safety equipment on board is not to be negotiated on following survey. It is likely to be listed by most surveyors but is not structural or an integral working part of the vessel and is not to be used to further negotiate the price down after survey. We strongly suggest that for your own personal safety that when purchasing a yacht you provide new safety equipment rather than relying on second hand gear.

Should you become the new owner of this yacht then the responsibility to re-register or update official bodies for items such as EPIRB, VHF, MMSI or AIS becomes yours.

Rig & Sails

Ketch rig
Amel aluminum mast
Stainless steel wire standing rigging (original)
Spinnaker equipment
Electric furling from cockpit

Winches
2 x Lewmar 55 primary winches (port and starboard)
Manual Lewmar spinnaker winches
4 x Main winches
3 x Mizzen winches

Sails
White slab-reefed mainsail (1997)
White genoa with electric furling 2019
White slab-reefed mizzen 2017
Storm jib

This classic 1983 Amel Mango 52, currently located in Pula, Croatia, is a testament to Amel’s enduring design principles, offering unparalleled comfort and stability for bluewater cruising enthusiasts. Known for its resilience and ease of handling, this ketch-rigged yacht is equipped with durable, original features, making it ideal for long-range voyaging or coastal sailing alike.