2023, Dufour, 530

$ 675,000
Title
53 ft Dufour 2023 530 Steel Away
Basic Information
Condition
Used
Make
Dufour
Model
530
Length
53 ft
Year Manufactured
2023
Tax / VAT Status
N/A
Country
British Virgin Islands
Structural Features
Hull Material
Fiberglass
14 Digit HIM
DFPH0792I223
Measurements
Beam (Width)
16 ft
Draft (Depth)
6 ft
Air Draft (Height)
6 ft
Bridge Clearance (Catamaran)
75 ft
LOA (Length Overall)
53 ft
LWL (Length Waterline)
49 ft
LOL (Length on Deck)
50 ft
Fuel Capacity
116 Liters
Water Capacity
180 Liters
Holding Tank Capacity
11 Liters
Displacement
Displacement
39180 Tons (T)
Ballast
10141 Tons (T)
Propulsion - Engines
Number of Engines
1
Engine Type
Inboard
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Maker
Volvo Penta
Engine Model
D3 -110HP
Engine Power (hp)
110
Engine Hours
818
Speed
Cruising Speed (Knots)
7
Max Speed (Knots)
9
Power
Number of Generators
1
Generator Make
Northern Lights
Generator Kva
9
Accommodations
Guest Cabins
4
Guest Heads
2
Main Description

Introducing Steel Away, a stunning 2023 Dufour 530 that captures the essence of modern cruising. Sleek, powerful, and beautifully outfitted, she delivers the perfect mix of performance under sail and refined comfort at anchor. Professionally maintained to the highest standard, she remains in immaculate condition and is equipped with premium upgrades that make her truly stand out in her class.

Designed with both sailors and guests in mind, the Dufour 530 offers an expansive cockpit with twin helms and a smart deck layout that makes shorthanded sailing effortless. Below deck, her contemporary interior blends style and practicality, with light finishes, generous living areas, and a versatile 4-cabin, 2-head layout that ensures everyone is comfortable on extended voyages.

Whether your dream is island-hopping in the Caribbean, embarking on longer blue-water passages, or continuing in boutique charter with professional care, Steel Away is already equipped for it all. From her brand-new generator to her comprehensive electronics suite, she is a turn-key opportunity for her next owner.

Highlights include:

Brand-new Northern Lights generator

Watermaker for extended cruising

Full air-conditioning throughout

Complete Raymarine electronics suite with AIS & radar

Expansive sail wardrobe including Elvstrøm in-mast furling main, furling genoa, and North Sails Helix self-furling headsail

Spacious 4-cabin, 2-head interior layout

Professionally managed and kept in pristine condition

Tender & outboard included

Preliminary photos shown. The yacht is currently in hurricane storage with her mast down. A complete photo portfolio will be available mid-October once she is relaunched and prepared for the season.

Additional information
Accommodations

Accommodation

  • 4 cabin 2 head

Interior Comforts and Amenities

  • Interior Comforts & Amenities
  • Air conditioning: Dometic reversible units (saloon, forward cabin, aft cabin), (2) 12,000 BTU (1) 8,000 shore power 110V/220V or Northern Lights generator, AC pump with bleed valve
  • Interior finish: “Europe Ambiance” – light oak, Corian ash concrete counters, laminated floorboards, Rabbani beige accents
  • Cushions: Soft beige saloon upholstery
  • Blinds: Venetian blinds in saloon and cabins; full blind/flyscreen sets for deck hatches
  • Lighting: Ambient LED lighting in saloon and cabins, LED overhead lights, two LED reading lights with USB plugs in each cabin and saloon, plus two additional reading lights in each cabin and saloon
  • Fans: 12V Caframo Sirocco fans throughout
  • Saloon table: Electric square base with “luxury” square table, retracts electronically to form large berth/lounge area (no inserts)
  • Wine cellar: Wooden
  • TV: Retractable flat screen with motorized lift in galley divider, rotatable toward dining table
  • Toilets: Two electric with fresh water flush (odor prevention system)
  • Cockpit shower: Hot/cold
  • Water heater: Installed (make unknown)
  • Watermaker: Aquabase ESW 901-8843 (12V), output 12–15 gal/hr
  • Galley Equipment
  • Fridge: Isotherm front loading (galley)
  • Freezer: Isotherm front loading (galley)
  • Extra fridge: Isotherm top loading (galley)
  • Cockpit fridge: Isotherm
  • Stove/oven: Eno 3-burner gimballed
  • Microwave oven: Hamilton Beach
  • Sink: Double stainless steel
  • Plancha grill: Gas with sink in cockpit
  • Coffee makers: (2) – Mr. Coffee drip + Keurig capsule machine
  • Barbecue: [confirm if included]
  • Entertainment
  • Audio system: Fusion Acoustimass DVD/audio system (saloon & cockpit zones)
  • Multimedia radio: Fusion Apollo MS-RA770
  • Remote: Fusion wireless link via mobile devices
  • Subwoofer: Integrated amplifier in saloon
  • Speakers: (2) Fusion in saloon, (2) Fusion in cockpit
  • TV: LED flat screen, electric lifting system in saloon, rotatable
Navigation System

Electronics and Navigation

  • Navigation package: Raymarine full electronics suite
  • GPS chartplotter: Raymarine AXIOM 12 Pro at cockpit table
  • Secondary GPS/multifunction display: Raymarine AXIOM at starboard helm
  • Radar: Raymarine Quantum 18"
  • AIS: Raymarine 700 transmitter/receiver
  • VHF: Raymarine at chart table, with wireless remote handset and mount at starboard helm
  • Autopilot: Raymarine integrated system
  • Tracking: Spot Trace with mobile notifications when vessel moves

Electrical Systems

  • AC power: US specification, 110V / 230V
  • DC power: 12V / 24V

Batteries:

  • Engine: Exide Premium, “105” 12V, around 105Ah 
  • House bank: (4) AGM 12V, 150Ah

Electrical Equipment:

  • Generator: Northern Lights 9kW (brand new)
  • Inverter/charger: Victron MultiPlus 12/2000/80 
  • Shore power: 50A / 125–250V inlet with 50A cord
  • Switches: (2) battery on/off manual switches, DC power distribution switches, AC power distribution switch panel
Deck and Hull Equipment

Deck and Hull Equipment

  • Draft: Shoal draft keel, 6 ft 4 in
  • Bimini with integrated LED strip lighting
  • Helm pods: (2) with full navigation; bow thruster control at starboard helm
  • Wheels: White dual helms with covers
  • Cockpit table: Folding, with storage space and built-in fridge
  • Cockpit cushions: Grey, fitted
  • Davits: Retractable/telescopic dinghy davits
  • Transom: Electric fold-down door with integrated bathing platform and stairs
  • Windlass: Lewmar CPX4 1600W (24V/110V)
  • Anchor package: Upgraded Mantus 85 with swivel, 200’ chain, 150’ rode
  • Bow: Stainless steel protection + bowsprit with integrated double anchor roller
  • Mooring cleats: (6) stainless steel
  • Teak: Cockpit floor and aft door, sealed black
  • Hatches: Flush to deck
  • Grill: Gas plancha with sink in cockpit
  • Shower: Fresh water, hot/cold, in cockpit
  • Lighting: Courtesy lights in cockpit, overhead LED strip in bimini, underwater lights, LED navigation lights, LED tricolor masthead light, LED anchor light, steaming light, deck light
  • Hull: Extra epoxy protection applied
Mechanical Equipment

Mechanical Equipment

  • Engine: Volvo Penta D3, 110 hp
  • Engine hours: 818.1 (as of September 2025)
  • Transmission: Saildrive
  • Propeller: 3-blade folding
  • Bow thruster: Tunnel type, Sleipner
  • Generator: Northern Lights, 9kW (brand new)
  • Watermaker: Aquabase ESW 901-8843, 12V, 12–15 gal/hr output
  • Water heater: Installed

Engine Info

  • Manufacturer: Volvo Penta
  • Model: D3 -110HP
  • Year Installed: 2023
  • Horsepower: 110 HP
  • Engine Hours: Approx. 818
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: V drive
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Propeller

Additional Equipment:

  • Fuel filters
  • Emergency stop
  • Sea strainers
  • Fresh water cooling
  • Fuel shut-off
  • Engine alarms

Tankage

  • Water Capacity: 179.64 GAL
  • Fuel Capacity: 116.24 GAL
  • Waste: 40 Liters (estimated)
Additional Equipment

Owners Comments and Boat History

The owner purchased Steel Away new and customized her with extended cruising in mind, opting for the shallow draft version to allow access to more remote anchorages without the limitations of the standard keel.

That retirement dream was fulfilled with an unforgettable Caribbean-hopping adventure.

Today, she is under the watchful care of Waypoint Charters, receiving the highest level of maintenance to ensure that other Dufour 530 enthusiasts can enjoy sailing the BVI. With the option to remain in the charter fleet for the upcoming season, ownership offers an excellent way to offset costs while guaranteeing that your yacht is professionally maintained, fully prepared, and ready to sail the moment you arrive. The charter company is flexible and happy to work with owners’ schedules.

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