Meet MOONBEAM, a beautifully maintained Grand Banks Eastbay 40 motor yacht — a timeless classic from American Marine that blends the elegance of traditional design with offshore performance and modern cruising comfort. Moored in Phuket and offered in excellent condition, MOONBEAM is the ideal cruiser for those who appreciate build quality, reliability, and sophistication on the water.
🛠 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
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Builder: American Marine (Singapore)
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Year Built: 1996
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Length Overall (LOA): 13.11 m
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Hull Length: 12.19 m
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Beam: 3.96 m
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Max Draft: 1.22 m
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Displacement: Approx. 12,700 kg
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Hull ID: GNDI0002K596
⚙️ POWER & PERFORMANCE
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Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3116 TA – 2 x 350 HP
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Engine Hours: Port – 2,614 hrs | Starboard – 2,617 hrs (as of April 2025)
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Cruising Speed: 7–18 knots
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Max Speed: 27 knots
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Shafts: Stainless steel, 2″
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Generator: ONAN 6.5 kW MDKN – 1,264 hrs
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Bow Thruster: Sidepower 7.5 kW
🛏 ACCOMMODATION & LAYOUT
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2 Double Cabins – Sleeps 4 comfortably
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1 Bathroom with electric toilet and separate shower
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Salon – Convertible sleeping for 1, seats up to 8
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Galley – Equipped with stainless sink, fridge (NEW 2025), 3-burner electric stove & oven
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Flybridge – Seating for 5 with new SS foot stands (2024)
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Spacious Aft Cockpit – Bimini (new 2020), large swim platform (new 2024)
🧭 ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION
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Garmin GPS (2 stations) – New 2015
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Furuno GP50 GPS (spare)
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Furuno Radar 1731/MK II 1621
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Garmin XS 100 Plotter/Fish Finder/Depth Sounder
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Furuno NAV 711 Autopilot (2 stations, new control screens 2022)
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VHF: Shipmate RS 8300 (2 stations)
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Compass (2 units), Barometer, Clock
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Ultrasonic anti-fouling system (ULTRA 20)
⚓ DECK & GEAR
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Maxwell 1200 Electric Windlass (with new teak base 2020)
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60m SS316 Anchor Chain (2017)
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Anchor: FOB HP 20kg
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Hydraulic Trim Tabs (Bennett SS x2)
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Biminis: Flybridge & Cockpit
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Stainless Fishing Outriggers, Rod Holders (x5)
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New foot stand for flybridge seats (2024)
🧪 TANKAGE
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Fuel Tank: 1,300 litres (cleaned 2024)
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Fresh Water Tank: 416 litres
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Grey Water Tank: 40 litres
🔋 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
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Batteries:
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2 x 12V/200Ah (NEW March 2024) – Engines & House
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2 x 12V/150Ah Lithium (NEW March 2023) – House
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1 x 12V/70Ah (2019) – Generator
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Solar Panels:
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2 x 450W (NEW Feb 2023)
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1 x 350W (NEW Feb 2024)
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Battery Chargers:
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Victron MPPT 150/50 & 100/30
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Sentry 6140-3NCK – 40A (Generator/shore)
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🌡 COMFORT & EXTRAS
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Air Conditioning (installed but unused)
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Electric Toilet (motor replaced 2021)
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Hot Water System
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Fresh Water Pressure System
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Macerator Pump
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Manual Bilge Pump
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12V Refrigerator – Dometic/Waeco NRX 110L (NEW April 2025)
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Life Jackets – 10 pax
🚤 DINGHY
Dinghy not included in the sale.
🧾 OWNERSHIP & DOCUMENTS
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Thai Registration No.: 5051 – 50376
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Thai Taxes & Import Fees: Fully Paid (but subject to standard Thai sales tax)
MOONBEAM represents an exceptional opportunity to own a fully equipped and well-maintained Grand Banks Eastbay 40. She has benefited from regular servicing, thoughtful upgrades, and a caring ownership history. Whether you’re seeking coastal adventures or comfortable island cruising, this Eastbay delivers timeless style and enduring value.
