


Beale Barrier 10: built 2011, Yanmar Diesel
Description
Solace is a well-built, easily driven Beale Barrier 10 with economical cruising at 15+ knots. This boat was designed for fast and comfortable trips between Great Barrier Island and Auckland, hence the name/model Barrier 10.
Built in 2011 they are known for their efficient hull design requiring only moderate horsepower to plane and cruise economically.
This is a solid, honest boat.
Construction:
- Laminated plywood hull
- Epoxy glass construction
- Proven hull design
- Strong, lightweight and efficient
Specifications:
- Beale Barrier 10 designed by Ray Beale
- Approx 10 metres LOA
- Beam 2.7
- Cruises comfortably at 15+ knots
- Practical, seaworthy layout
- Tidy interior
Engine: NOTE CORRECTION on HP and Model Yanmar 4JH4-HTE (110 hp) marine diesel — widely regarded for reliability, longevity, and excellent torque.
- 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel
- 110 hp
- Shaft drive
- Water cooled
- Economical and easy to service
- 1300 hrs
Summary: A well-designed, efficient launch, she is a dependable boat offering excellent value and the opportunity to add cosmetic value over time.
The photo of her inside the shed was taken after her last makeover in 2022. Inspections and sea trials welcome for genuine buyers.
Solace is currently berthed at Opua Marina, but will be moved to Whangaroa or Mangonui a few days prior to 25th February - where she can still be viewed and inspected.
Questions & Answers
Hi Shaft or leg ? Thanks beaconhill (1145 • 4:44 pm, Fri, 6 Feb )Sorry, shaft. turveyroad (492 • Friday, 6 February 2026 )Any idea on fuel consumption? tmouse (242 • 8:42 pm, Fri, 6 Feb )Fuel consumption varies with speed, load and conditions, but thanks to the light displacement and efficient hull design, this boat is a very economical runner and requires surprisingly modest power to plane and cruise. turveyroad (492 • Friday, 6 February 2026 )Hi, what is the beam? strykerfish (850 • 8:21 am, Sat, 7 Feb )Sorry, 2.7m Also please note I have corrected the engine details - the engine is 110 hp turveyroad (492 • Saturday, 7 February 2026 )LISTING DETAILS CORRECTED: Engine is model 4JH4-HTE (not 4JH4-TE). Engine is a 110 hp engine (not 75 hp). Beam is 2.7m. Seller comment Saturday, 7 February 2026














