ALUBAT OVNI 435 – Aluminum Bluewater CruiserVessel 

Name: J&B Flag: German VAT: Paid Mortgage: None

The ALUBAT OVNI 435 is a highly respected aluminum centerboard cruising yacht designed by Philippe Briand and built by ALUBAT for serious offshore sailing and long-range independence. Her rugged aluminum construction, lifting keel, and shallow draft allow access to remote anchorages while maintaining excellent offshore performance.

J&B is an Owner’s Version featuring a spacious two-cabin layout, generous storage, and a large head with separate shower. She is extensively equipped for autonomous cruising, including renewable energy systems, watermaker, diesel heating, modern navigation electronics, and a comprehensive sail inventory. This yacht represents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven bluewater cruiser with VAT paid and no encumbrances.

Vessel Specifications

• Builder: ALUBAT

• Model: OVNI 435

• Designer: Philippe Briand

• Hull Material: Aluminum

• Displacement: 24,250 lbs

• Keel Type: Lifting centerboard

Dimensions (US System)

• Length Overall (LOA): 44 ft 11 in

• Draft (Keel Up): 2 ft 6 in

• Draft (Keel Down): 8 ft 4 in

• Mast Height: 45 ft 11 in

Engine & Performance

• Engine: Volvo Penta D2

• Horsepower: 55 HP

• Engine Hours: 1,500

• Transmission: Straight shaft

• Cruising Speed: 6 knots

• Maximum Speed: 7.5 knots

Tank Capacities

• Fuel Capacity: 158 US gallons (Diesel)

• Fresh Water Capacity: 92 US gallons

• Black Water Holding Tank: 13 US gallons

Interior & Accommodation

Layout: Owner’s Version – 2 Cabins / 1 Head
Sleeping Capacity: Up to 5

• Two private cabins

• Large head with hot & cold shower

• Wood cabin sole

• Alcantara salon seating

• Wooden salon table (seating for six)

• Four interior lockers

• Dedicated navigation station

• LED interior lighting throughout

Galley

• Refrigerator: 34 US gallons

• Freezer: 10.5 US gallons

• Double stainless sink

• Saltwater pump: 8 US gallons per minute

• FORCE 10 three-burner stove

• Integrated oven and grill

Climate, Heating & Water Systems

• Watermaker: SHENKER – 16 US gallons per hour

• Heating Systems:

  • Webasto diesel heater

  • Rietpol diesel stove

• Air Conditioning: Not installed

• Ventilation: Caframo fans (one per cabin)

Electronics & Navigation

• Garmin Echomap UHD GPS / Chartplotter (2025)

• Raymarine depth sounder

• Raymarine ST60 wind instrument

• Lecomble & Schmitt hydraulic autopilot

• Raymarine Shipmate VHF

• Garmin handheld GPS (2020)

• Starlink satellite internet system

• Raymarine radar (2005)

• Plastimo compass

Electrical & Power Systems

• Solar panels: 400W total with Victron controller

• Wind generator: Aereogel 400

• Shore power: 200V, 65 ft shore cable

• Mastervolt charger/inverter: 2000W

• Dual alternators: 2 × 70A

• Battery monitoring: Mastervolt / Victron

Sails & Rigging

• Mainsail (2017)

• Genoa (2017)

• Spinnaker (New)

• Staysail (Trinquetta)

• Two furling systems

• Selden mast

• Custom stainless steel bowsprit

• Running rigging replaced prior to Atlantic crossing (2022)

Deck & Cockpit Equipment

• Winches:

  • 2 × Harken Genoa 58

  • 2 × Harken Cutter Sail 53 (cockpit)

  • 1 × Harken 40 (companionway)

  • 2 × Harken mast-mounted

• Dinghy: AB 9 ft 2 in (2016)

• Outboard engine: Mercury 5 HP (2026)

• Removable fabric bimini

• Primary anchor: Delta 55 lbs

• Anchor chain: 230 ft of 3/8 in chain

• Secondary anchors: 2 × Bruce 66 lbs each

• Inflatable canoe

• Fishing gear

Safety Equipment

• Viking rigid liferaft for 8 persons

• Kannad K82 EPIRB

• Six lifejackets

• Lifebuoy

• Flares with flare gun

• Bilge pump

• Fog horn

• First aid kit

Broker Commentary

The ALUBAT OVNI 435 J&B is a capable, well-equipped aluminum bluewater cruiser designed for sailors seeking independence, safety, and access to shallow waters without compromising offshore performance. With renewable energy, watermaker, diesel heating, recent rigging updates, and modern electronics, she is ready for extended cruising or full-time liveaboard life.

German flag – VAT paid – No mortgage