42' Mills Tugboat (1972) - CLARK MILLS

Introducing the 1972 Clark Mills Tug Boat, a charming vessel with an overall length of 42 feet, perfect for both work and leisure on the water. This classic tug features a robust wooden hull designed in a displacement shape, ensuring stability and a smooth ride. Powered by a reliable Detroit 6-71 NA diesel engine, showcasing its dependable performance. The direct drive configuration enhances its efficiency, making it a great choice for various maritime tasks. Equipped with an electric windlass on aft deck used for towing and anchoring. Its thoughtful design ensures that you can enjoy your time on the water with ease. Whether you’re looking to explore or work, the Clark Mills Tug Boat combines functionality with timeless appeal, making it a standout choice for any boating enthusiast.
Please contact Ritch Riddle at 727-424-4232
Electrical
3 Group 8-D AGM batteries, (1 Engine and 2 house)
Newmar HDM 50 12 VDC battery charger,
2 OEM type engine mounted alternators 130 amp Delco and 60 amp Motorola with separate regulators
Westerbeke 8 KW Generator 180 hours reported 9.30.25
Vanner ITA2-3200 3200 Watt inverter
Mechanical
Detroit 6-71 NA
7.25 kts @1075 RPM 4 miles per gallon
600 fuel capacity (2 x 300 gal epoxy coated steel) w/sight gauges
Dry stack exhaust
Fuel filtration, engine mounted canister type secondary fuel filter and 3 remotely mounted canister type primary fuel filters with directable valves
Morse mechanical single lever controls
Allison MH3.0-R marine gear 3:1 ration
2 1/2″ SS shaft
Ellis 36′ x 28″ 4 Blade bronze propeller
Shaft seal grease style lip seal
1.25″ Obendorfer engine driven bilge pump with electric clutch
Galley
Magic Chef 4-burner LPG stove and oven
Nova Kool 12 VDC refrigeration
Sansung microwave oven
Formica counter tops
Abundant locker and drawer storage
Deck
Custom Pipewelders Al. framed aft deck awning with canvas top
Samson post fore and aft
Ideal bronze 12VDC electric winch with chain and rope gypsy, used for towing and anchor windlass
Large 12VDC refrigerated box for beverage storage
Large 3 top fish box plumbed to 35 gal fresh water tanks
Aft deck shower
Al. handrails
7 step Al. boarding ladder
Decks and non-skid painted awlgrip 2022
Baier Al deck hatch aft

Additional Information
The boat was designed and built by Clark Mills in 1972. Main timbers are Long Leaf Yellow Pine sourced from the demolition of the original Clearwater Railroad Station well over 100 year old lumber! The hull is carvel planked with mahogany. Decks are fiberglassed and painted with Awlgrip
Powered with original Detroit single 6-71 hours are unknown but well maintained and in pristine condition.
8 KW Westerbeke Gen with under 200 hrs
7.25 kts at 1075 RPM’s 4 miles per gallon, 600 gal fuel capacity
Kept under cover, current owner has owned the boat since 1975 and has maintained the boat to the highness standards.
Accommodations
It has a full galley with 4 burner propane stove and oven, Norcold AC/DC refrigerator, sink and drain board, abundant locker and drawer storage. It also has self-contained Dometic Sealand freshwater head and holding tank.
There is a Collison bulkhead a few feet aft of stem and a watertight bulkhead with a door between galley and engine room.
Engine room is aft with standing headroom and very good machinery access, abundant locker and drawer storage and workspace.
Galley, forepeak and wheelhouse are air conditioned