2001 Selene Ocean Trawler

Step aboard and you’ll notice how solid and quiet this Selene feels underfoot—thick rails, substantial cleats, and proper bulwarks that make moving around in a seaway feel secure. Engine access is excellent, with room to actually get both hands on what you’re working on, not just wave a wrench at it. Tankage and storage are generous enough for serious time away from the dock, with thoughtful lockers for cruising spares and provisions. Windows and sightlines are better than many trawlers this size, so you’re not piloting a cave. You also get the reassuring heft of a full-displacement hull that tracks straight and doesn’t get bullied when the weather turns less than friendly.

This Selene 43 shines in waters where conditions can change quickly and passages often mix open water with tight harbors and busy channels. Its full-displacement hull and economical single-engine setup deliver long range at modest fuel burn, ideal for extended coastal runs or island-hopping without constant fuel stops. The covered side decks, high bow, and serious ground tackle are well-suited to chop, swell, and frequent anchoring. A raised pilothouse with proper protection keeps watch-keepers dry when squalls roll through, while the flybridge offers superb visibility for picking through crab pots, shoals, and crowded marinas that are typical of this region.