For sailors seeking a truly race ready offshore performer, Toucan presents a rare and compelling opportunity. This exceptional Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300, delivered as hull number 92 and the newest example of the class to arrive in Australia, comes to market fresh from an outstanding podium performance in the double handed division of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, where she also secured fourth overall. Meticulously refined for reliability, efficiency, and repeatable performance, Toucan eliminates the time, uncertainty, and major financial outlay typically required to prepare a new offshore racing campaign.
Proven Performance on the Australian Offshore Circuit
Toucan’s recent results confirm both the strength of the Sun Fast 3300 platform and the depth of preparation invested in this particular yacht. Throughout the 2025 offshore season she consistently finished at the front of highly competitive fleets, including first in IRC Division 3 and first IRC Double Handed in the Sydney to Gold Coast Race, first in IRC Division 2 and first IRC Double Handed in the Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Race, and first IRC Double Handed in the Cabbage Tree Race. These achievements sit alongside her Sydney Hobart podium and a third place finish in the Corinthian Division of the 2024 Hobart, highlighting a yacht that is not simply well equipped, but genuinely fast, dependable, and proven in demanding Australian offshore conditions.
Offshore Optimised Specification and Deck Layout
Every element of Toucan’s specification reflects an experienced offshore racing program where performance gains, sail handling efficiency, and durability drive decision making. The Axxon carbon mast with Ronstan track and cars works in harmony with the integrated 200 litre water ballast system, E bar rudder toe trim with helm side controls, and tension monitored forestay and bobstay to create a highly tuneable and competitive rig platform. Late 2025 upgrades to the running rigging, complete Karver clutch replacement across all fourteen positions, cross sheeting jib arrangements, twin tack lines, staysail strong point, carbon poles, friction ring reaching systems, and upgraded runner tails collectively deliver a deck layout optimised for confident short handed offshore sailing while retaining full crew racing capability.
Advanced Electronics, Navigation, and Connectivity
Toucan’s onboard systems provide the precision, visibility, and redundancy required for serious offshore racing. A full B and G H5000 instrument suite is paired with three Garmin GNX120 Maxi mast displays and an LT 500 high accuracy compass, ensuring accurate performance data in all conditions. Autopilot control is available from each helm and via remote, supported by a nine inch Zeus cockpit plotter and a Panasonic Toughbook navigation computer below deck. Offshore communication and onboard power management are addressed through 4G connectivity, inverter supply, Wi Fi, and a high performance Starlink router, all integrated with custom antenna and safety mounting on the transom rail to create a modern race ready command environment suited to both competition and delivery sailing.
Comprehensive North 3Di Sail Inventory
A standout feature of Toucan is her extensive and highly competitive North 3Di sail wardrobe, presented in excellent condition with several sails virtually new. The inventory includes three mainsails, comprising two 3Di RAW examples including one added late last year, plus a Dacron delivery main. Headsail coverage spans 3Di Light, AP, reefable AP, and J5 configurations, complemented by a genoa staysail. Off wind and specialty sails include A1, symmetric S1.5, A2, A4, A6, and J0 options, allowing precise optimisation across IRC race formats and a wide spectrum of wind strengths and angles. This depth of inventory enables an incoming owner to campaign immediately at a high level without significant additional sail investment.
Full Category 1 Safety and Offshore Compliance
Toucan is fully prepared to Category 1 offshore racing standard, including liferaft, lightweight anchoring solutions, additional water capacity, supplementary manual bilge capability, and all required inspections and certification. Completion of IRC rating processes together with stability documentation and keel and rudder inspections represents a substantial saving in both preparation time and campaign cost, removing one of the most significant barriers to entering major offshore races.
Practical Comfort and Real World Reliability
While uncompromising in performance, Toucan incorporates thoughtful refinements that meaningfully improve endurance and usability at sea. Deck padding across helm, seating, and cockpit floor areas enhances crew security and comfort during long passages, while dual helm foot bars, lithium house power, and solar charging support efficient offshore operation. Numerous smaller reliability and usability upgrades throughout the yacht reflect genuine real world racing experience rather than theoretical optimisation.
A Modern IRC Racer with Championship Potential
Configured in her current Hobart optimised mode, Toucan ranks among the lowest rated Sun Fast 3300 yachts globally while remaining exceptionally versatile. She is equally capable of winning twilight races, club championships, short handed offshore events, and major coastal classics, continuing the strong reputation the model has established across Australia as a modern, trophy winning IRC performer.
Enquire Through Proven Offshore Racing Expertise
Toucan is offered exclusively through Performance Boating Sales, giving prospective owners direct access to authentic Sun Fast 3300 racing knowledge and campaign insight. Lee Condell, Director of Performance Boating Sales, is a highly accomplished offshore sailor with extensive experience in double handed racing, particularly on Sun Fast 3300s. A multiple podium finisher in previous Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Races, he brings genuine first hand understanding of the preparation, performance, and demands of elite offshore competition. His depth of knowledge ensures credible and informed guidance when representing high performance racing yachts.
Opportunities to secure a fully optimised and podium proven Sun Fast 3300 of this calibre are rare. Serious racers are encouraged to enquire promptly.