The Grand Banks 46 Europa "ALTA" is a timeless and legendary yacht designed by one of the worlds leading builders. She has been meticulously cared for, constantly updated by her fastidious owners and maintained by the finest yards in New England. Her appearance is deceiving presenting far newer than her vintage would imply, and is in truly Bristol condition. Capable for North-South and a proven Bahama cruiser, she is the envy of every harbor!
The Grand Banks 46 Europa is a premier long-range cruising yacht that combines the traditional heritage of the trawler with the exceptional weather protection and utility of the Europa design. A signature feature of the Europa is its extended flybridge overhang, which completely shelters the aft cockpit and wide side decks from sun and rain.
High bulwarks and substantial teak cap rails extend the length of the vessel, providing secure passage to the foredeck, even in challenging conditions. The distinctive plumb bow and semi-displacement hull incorporate a long keel for excellent directional stability, while hard chines help deflect spray and enhance the ride. Even greater stability is realized by Wesmar Fin stabilizers which greatly reduce roll in a seaway.
The flybridge offers a second helm station along with generous additional seating, all benefiting from the commanding, high-visibility vantage point characteristic of the GB Heritage Series.
The single-level main deck seamlessly connects the expansive salon with the covered aft cockpit through sliding, wood-framed glass doors, creating a spacious indoor-outdoor living environment. Large panoramic windows surround the salon, filling the interior with natural light and providing excellent visibility in all directions.
Inside, the yacht showcases Grand Banks' renowned craftsmanship, with rich handcrafted teak joinery, fine cabinetry, and teak-and-holly sole throughout. Thetwo-stateroom, two-head layout features a forward master stateroom, an amidships guest stateroom with twin berths to port, two full heads, and a convenient galley-up arrangement integrated into the main salon and lower helm station.
The engine room provides approximately five feet of standing headroom and is exceptionally well-lit and ventilated, offering excellent access to the twin Caterpillar diesel engines and mechanical systems. Exceptional in this yacht is the AquaDrive system which reduces vibration, enhances life of the transmissions and tolerates less than perfect engine alignment. Driven by Stainless Steel shafts and propellors with maneuvering enhanced with bow and stern thrusters, she is a simple reliable yacht easily managed.
Designed for economical long-range cruising at 9 knots burning 7 gph, peppy cruise at 14 knots, and top speed approaching 20knots when needed. The Grand Banks 46 Europa delivers an impressive combination of efficiency, comfort, seaworthiness, and traditional Grand Banks styling.
Few yachts of this vintage reflect the exceptional condition and thoughtful care to be experienced aboard "ALTA". Plan your inspection today as she will not last!
SPECIFICATIONS
BASIC INFORMATION
Manufacturer:Grand Banks
Model: 46 Europa
Year: 2003
Category:Power
Condition:Used
Location: Nantucket US
Vessel Name:ALTA
Hull Material:Fiberglass
ENGINE
Make:Caterpillar
Model:3126B
Engines(s):2
Hours:
Engine Type:Inboard
Fuel Type:diesel
Horsepower:450|horsepower
ACCOMMODATIONS
Total Cabins:2
Total Heads:2
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Length:46 ft
Beam:14.75 ft
Draft - max:
Bridge Clearance:23 ft
TANK CAPACITIES
Fuel Tank:600|gallon
Fresh Water Tank:300|gallon
GALLERY
DESCRIPTIONS
NOTABLE FEATURES & UPGRADES
Notable features & upgrades:
Garmin electronics update
FB Stidd helm chair (2025)
Starlink w/ VPN (2024)
Solar Panels flexible 400 watts on Bimini (2024)
2022 Inmar 320 Tender w/ 20hp Suzuki (new 2024)
Dinghy Davit Brower Systems 12V DC on FB
CAT engine displays updated to color Digital (2025)
Bow and stern thrusters
Wesmar hydraulic fin stabilizer system
Canvas with new strataglass
Service up to date
Victron Inverter (2024)
New AGM batteries
Watermaker Sea Water Pro 12 gph (2024)
Dive compressor Mantus Dive w/ 2 tanks (2024)
2 cabin, 2 head layout (two full showers)
Canvas covers for the toe rail and transom to preserve the varnish
Salon curtains replaced with blinds
Carpet new throughout interior
Props and shafts removed, sent for service and re-installed
Large salon windows provide abundant light, refreshing ventilation, and a breathtaking 360-degree view
Lovely teak and holly soles
Elegant satin-finished teak interior
Comfortable salon seating
Flexible use hi/lo teak table with fold-out hinged leaves
Entertainment center with attractive roll-away doors
Bar with U-line ice maker
Convenient helm door to the starboard covered deck
Desirable salon-level galley with U-shaped Corian countertops, extensive storage, large c generous deep freezer, and a three-burner Force 10 propane range (2016)
Numerous opening ports and hatches
Luxurious master stateroom with island berth, cedar-lined hanging locker, dresser, desk/ vanity, and ensuite head
Comfortable guest cabin with two-single berths, cedar-line hanging locker, and numerous drawers
Master and guest heads feature Corian vanities, Vacuflush systems, and separate shower stalls
Easy-access Splendide washer/ dryer (2019) in custom guest head cabinet
Caterpillar 3126B, FWC 450 HP diesels - Port hrs. 3697, Starboard hrs. 3594
Engines normally cruise operated at 50% load
1000 hr. service After Coolers replaced (2019)
ZF 2.5:1 Reduction Gears (1 new 2019)
28x29" 4 bladed propellers on 2" shafts
Spurs line cutters (2026)
Panish dual lever engine controls
4 color Caterpillar MPDs (Marine Power Displays) 2013, Updated Software (2019)
Turbo's rebuilt (2019)
Aquadrive couplings (absorbs vibration and reduce noise)
Racor fuel filters
Fireboy engine room fire suppression
Duramax dripless shaft seals
VDO fuel gauges
VDO water tank gauges
Reverso oil change system for engines, gears, generator
12 Volt engine room lighting
110 Volt engine room lighting
Wesmar Stabilizer system, 24v DC
Wesmar 12v DC Bow Thruster 13.5 HP (2009)
Side Power 12v DC Stern Thruster (2014)
HULL & DECK
White exterior gelcoat hull and deck
Solid FRP hull with molded plank lines
Spray and rub rails with stainless steel inserts
Navy boot stripe
Hybrid multi-season bottom paint
Stainless steel hand and bow rails
Varnished cap rails, brow and transom overlay
9/16" teak deck overlay
Stainless steel cleats and chocks
Lofrans Tigress Anchor windlass
Anchor 73lb Rocna with 200' chain
Anchor Fortress FX37 Back-up
Fresh water wash down forward
H&C transom shower
Teak swim platform
Fold down swim ladder
Brower Systems 1000lb electric davit
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
2022 Inmar 320 Tender w/ 20hp Suzuki (new 2024)
Dinghy Davit Brower Systems 12V DC on FB
Washer/Dryer (New 2019)
Bimini top
3/4 Strata glass enclosure (2022)
Textilene window covers
Covers for bench and table on flybridge
Helm cover
Covers for teak toe rails and transom
Bedding for both cabins
Carpets in salon
PFD, 1Type I and Type II (12)
4 Fire extinguishers (4)
Life Ring
Braided docklines
Fenders w/ poly covers (3)
Aluminum mast
Courtesy lights
Varnished teak burgee and ensign staffs
Fusion stereos with blue tooth and sub woofers, speakers in salon/aft deck & bridge (2016 & 2021)
Weems and Plath clock, barometer, tide clock
Weems and Plath brass oil lamp
Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning Units (2 16KBTUs 1 12K BTU)
Tankwatch holding tank monitoring systems (2)
Macerator pumps (2)
Electric bilge pumps (3)
Manual bilge pump
Hot water heater, 20 gallon
Nature Pure drinking water system in galley
EXCLUSIONS
Personal Belongings, framed Lighthouse artwork, Loose galley and other items, tools. Any items seen aboard but not specifically mentioned in the listing should be considered excluded.
DISCLAIMER
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.
