| Gorgeous teak interior joinery, Raymarine G-Series 15-inch
displays, sat dish, dinghy, watermaker, Volvo D9 500-hp diesel
engine, many custom factory details. Carefully built for experienced American Tug owners. She is well equipped and very meticulously maintained. Powered by a Volvo 500hp common rail engine with twin alternators, bow and stern thrusters, Tanner mast, factory interior joinery in teak, Stidd helm chair, Village Marine 600-gpd watermaker, Espar forced-air diesel furnace. AB 11-foot aluminum hulled RIB with console, Tohatsu 20 electric start with power tilt/trim, Garmin, Steelhead Marine upper deck crane, removable chocks. Great dinghy package. Raymarine G-Series glass cockpit displays. Gorgeous dual Raymarine 15-inch monitors, GPS & chartplotter, 4kw open-array HD radar, high-power fish finder, AIS transceiver, cameras, ST-8000 autopilot, dual VHF radios. KVH satellite television with HD DVR. A really nice electronics suite. This is a very nicely equipped and tastefully commissioned American Tug. Journey has received the very best professional care and looks as new. Truly impressive and maintenance. She is ready for immediate use and your family's next Expedition! Journey is ready for your family's next Expedition; to the Broughton's, Alaska or Mexico! |
Click here for full details and over 100-photos of Journey. Call Steve Scruggs to arrange a private showing of Journey - 360-466-2961 Dry stored in Anacortes, let's go see her. |
American Tugs are a very high quality expedition trawler built in La Conner, WA. This blog will chronicle the news and adventures of these great boats, their talented builders and enthusiastic owners.
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Sold Boat: 2008 American Tug 41
2008 American Tug 41 Hull #32 Journey Now Sold!
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Sold Boat: 2010 American Tug 34
2010 American Tug 34 Hull #138 Blue Heron Now Sold!

A very late model American Tug 34 with most of the subtle changes of the 365 such as the new dash console, arch topped doors, hardwood trim. Low hours with 925-hours on the Cummins QSB-380 and 290-hours on the genset.

Integrated Raymarine navigation package that is loaded with extras including 4kw radar, AIS, high power fishfinder & Icom VHF. Medium blue colored hull with a tasteful Ultraleather interior. Cummins 380HP electronic common rail engine, Hurricane II hydronic diesel furnace, 6kw Northern Lights genset, full-height windows in pilothouse doors, bow & stern thruster, dual Racor filters, Magnum Energy power inverter. Recent medium blue hull paint and freshly waxed upper decks.

Well maintained with a very thorough maintenance log. She is ready for your next Expedition! On Trawler Row.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
Sold Boat: 2014 American Tug 485
2014 American Tug 485 Salish Lady Now Sold!
Carefully built for experienced yachtsman. She is well equipped and very meticulously maintained.
Powered by a Cummins QSL-405 hp Commercial Duty common rail engine with dual Racor filtration. Sidepower variable speed DC bow & stern thrusters, FCI Max-Q 600gpd watermaker, 120/240 50-amp shorepower system with power retract, Bosch stainless drum washer & dryer, LeBroc custom helm chair with head rest, swivel chair, electric fireplace, Large LED television with elevator, Webasto hydronic furnace, Sunbrella cockpit enclosure.
Huge electronics package with dual Garmin 8215 multifunction touchscreen displays, G2 Vision charts from Puget Sound to Dixon Entrance, 604xHD open-array color radar with 1.8-degree beam width, 600-watt CHIRP digital color sounder, AIS600 class B, Garmin GHP20 autopilot with Smartpump and rudder feedback, GMI20 Multi display, Airmar WS110WX weatherstation, Nema 2k, engine room and rear cameras. Garmin 300VHF with wireless remote, cell phone /wifi data router with dedicated antenna.
Bullfrog 10-foot rigid PE & aluminum hulled dinghy with interior console, Honda 20hp 4-stroke with electric start and tilt/trim, custom Sunbrella cover. Hoisted aboard by the 3-function Steelhead Marine ES-1000 crane featuring power jib & rotation for full control when lifting. Gig harbor sailing dinghy with Sunbrella cover. Weaver stainless removable chocks for both dinghies.
This is one of the cleanest and best kept yachts this broker has ever seen. Salish Lady has received the very best professional care and looks as new. A truly impressive and well maintained yacht.
Complete details can be found here.
Salish Lady is ready for your family's next Expedition; to the Broughton's, Alaska or Mexico! Call Steve to arrange a private showing 360-466-2961 or steve@americantugs.com.
Carefully built for experienced yachtsman. She is well equipped and very meticulously maintained.
Powered by a Cummins QSL-405 hp Commercial Duty common rail engine with dual Racor filtration. Sidepower variable speed DC bow & stern thrusters, FCI Max-Q 600gpd watermaker, 120/240 50-amp shorepower system with power retract, Bosch stainless drum washer & dryer, LeBroc custom helm chair with head rest, swivel chair, electric fireplace, Large LED television with elevator, Webasto hydronic furnace, Sunbrella cockpit enclosure.
Huge electronics package with dual Garmin 8215 multifunction touchscreen displays, G2 Vision charts from Puget Sound to Dixon Entrance, 604xHD open-array color radar with 1.8-degree beam width, 600-watt CHIRP digital color sounder, AIS600 class B, Garmin GHP20 autopilot with Smartpump and rudder feedback, GMI20 Multi display, Airmar WS110WX weatherstation, Nema 2k, engine room and rear cameras. Garmin 300VHF with wireless remote, cell phone /wifi data router with dedicated antenna.
Bullfrog 10-foot rigid PE & aluminum hulled dinghy with interior console, Honda 20hp 4-stroke with electric start and tilt/trim, custom Sunbrella cover. Hoisted aboard by the 3-function Steelhead Marine ES-1000 crane featuring power jib & rotation for full control when lifting. Gig harbor sailing dinghy with Sunbrella cover. Weaver stainless removable chocks for both dinghies.
This is one of the cleanest and best kept yachts this broker has ever seen. Salish Lady has received the very best professional care and looks as new. A truly impressive and well maintained yacht.
Complete details can be found here.
Salish Lady is ready for your family's next Expedition; to the Broughton's, Alaska or Mexico! Call Steve to arrange a private showing 360-466-2961 or steve@americantugs.com.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Factory Open House
Factory Open House at American Tugs
What: Come see how we build these quality boats
When: This Saturday – February 8th from 10am to 3pm
Where: American Tug Factory in La Conner, WA
Tour the factory and see the quality build
Talk to the boat builders and learn about the details
View American Tugs under construction
See the laminate shop, assembly room, wood shop and systems
Talk to the boat builders and learn about the details
View American Tugs under construction
See the laminate shop, assembly room, wood shop and systems
Brokerage boats on display on Trawler Row, lots to see!
800 S Pearle Jensen Way, La Conner, WA 98257
at the north basin of the La Conner Marina
at the north basin of the La Conner Marina
Come visit us on Saturday from 10am to 3pm
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
26 Knots in an American Tug - 395 Twin
| Sea Trialing at 26-knots |
| Twin Volvo D4-300hp engines - conventional drive |
| She handles beautifully |
Call Steve at American Tugs for full information. 206-930-6139 or steve@americantugs.com.
Desolation Sound in one day? From Seattle? The Broughton's in one day from Vancouver? Let us help you fulfill your boating dreams. Tug luxury, family size, fast cruise speed.
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Sold Boat: 2002 American Tug 34
2002 American Tug 34 Hull #19 Alegria Sold!
Alegria is a beautiful American Tug 34. Nicely kept by her owners and in nice original shape. This is just the way you want to find an AT-34; they were great boats coming out of the factory in La Conner, WA and are best if preserved by a careful owner without modifications.
Equipped with the Cummins 6BTA5.9 330-hp 6-cylinder diesel, she will cruise all day while just sipping fuel at 7.3-knots, or you can utilize the semi-displacement planing hull and take her up to about 16-knots if needed to avoid adverse current or cross the Straights in style. A range of 1600 miles will make extended cruising easy.
She has a Raymarine electroncis suite including ST-60 Tridata, RL70c Color Radar, RN300 GPS and the very capable ST-5000 hydraulic autopilot. A laptop computer with nav/charting software provides the chart plotting. Side Power bow thruster, Espar forced-air diesel furnace, Reverso oil change system, Racor dual fuel filtration, automatic fire extinguisher, AGM battery bank with Blue Seas electrical panels. She has all the good gear.
Let's go see Alegria in Everett, WA. This is a very nice and low-hour American Tug 34, the perfect cruising boat for Puget Sound & Alaska, the Great Loop, Live Aboard or your family's next Expedition.
Full Information - click here
Call Steve at 206-930-6139 or steve@americantugs.com to arrange a private showing. She is moored in Everett, WA
Alegria is a beautiful American Tug 34. Nicely kept by her owners and in nice original shape. This is just the way you want to find an AT-34; they were great boats coming out of the factory in La Conner, WA and are best if preserved by a careful owner without modifications.
Equipped with the Cummins 6BTA5.9 330-hp 6-cylinder diesel, she will cruise all day while just sipping fuel at 7.3-knots, or you can utilize the semi-displacement planing hull and take her up to about 16-knots if needed to avoid adverse current or cross the Straights in style. A range of 1600 miles will make extended cruising easy.
She has a Raymarine electroncis suite including ST-60 Tridata, RL70c Color Radar, RN300 GPS and the very capable ST-5000 hydraulic autopilot. A laptop computer with nav/charting software provides the chart plotting. Side Power bow thruster, Espar forced-air diesel furnace, Reverso oil change system, Racor dual fuel filtration, automatic fire extinguisher, AGM battery bank with Blue Seas electrical panels. She has all the good gear.
Let's go see Alegria in Everett, WA. This is a very nice and low-hour American Tug 34, the perfect cruising boat for Puget Sound & Alaska, the Great Loop, Live Aboard or your family's next Expedition.
Full Information - click here
Call Steve at 206-930-6139 or steve@americantugs.com to arrange a private showing. She is moored in Everett, WA
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Sold Boat: 2006 American Tug 34
2006 American Tug 34 Hull #91 Peter D Now Sold!
Navy hull with white decks. Teak interior that looks like new, neutral Doe colored Ultraleather upholstery, neutral colored carpeting. Bow & stern thrusters, stainless portlights, cross pin cleats, downrigger pads and wiring in the cockpit, upper deck freezer chest, icemaker, Force Ten LPG stove, Magna BBQ plumbed to to the tank, Hurricane II hydronic furnace with zone controls, Village Marine 400gpd watermaker, Reverso oil change system, Reverso fuel polishing system, Northern Lights 6kw genset with under 600-hours, Magnum Energy 2000-watt inverter & charger, recent batteries, full height windows in the doors, shaft line cutter, lots of spares, Seawise stainless stern davit, 10-foot Endeavor inflatable RIB, Tohatsu 6-hp 4-stroke that has just been serviced.
Cummins QSB-380 electronic fuel-injected engine, under 2,000-hours, trolling valve, fantastic service records, oil analysis records, recently service in March 2019 and ready for this season Expedition with your family.
Raymarine E-120 multifunction display with radar, chartplotter, fishfinder module, Raymarine autopilot, Icom VHF. AIS send and receive. Wired for laptop to also receive AIS.
Hurry as these fantastic boats sell fast. She has been kept in covered moorage in La Conner - come and see her on Trawler Row!
Full details - click here
Steve an email at steve@americantugs.com or call 206-930-6139.
Monday, May 6, 2019
Canada rescinds tariff on US made boats

Canada has lifted their tariff on American made powerboats!
The Order Amending the United States Surtax Order (Other Goods) was approved and registered earlier this week (registration #SOR/2019-111). This Order amends the United States Surtax Order (Other Goods) to remove boats (tariff items 8903.10.00, 8903.91.00, 8903.92.00 and 8903.99.90) from the list of goods subject to Canada’s countermeasures against certain imports from the U.S., effective April 30, 2019. As such, all boats imported on or after April 30, 2019, are no longer subject to surtaxes on a forward basis.
We have always valued our friendships with our Canadian neighbors.
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
American Tug 395 on display at TrawlerFest in Stuart Florida
See Esmeralde on display at TrawlerFest in Stuart Florida this week Thursday thru Saturday. Kurt will be aboard this gorgeous American Tug 395.
American Tugs
TRAWLERFEST IN-WATER BOAT SHOW:
THURSDAY, MARCH 7 – SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2019
Show open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
Trawlerfest in Stuart Florid...a
It’s happening now through the end of week.
Kurt Dilworth partner and one of the founders of Tomco Marine Group builders of the American Tug is in Stuart Florida right now. On display at the show will be an American Tug 395. Owners Bruce and Dorsey are great supporters of the American Tug Family and we cannot thank them enough. Please take time to visit with them while you are attending Trawlerfest, they are “good people”.
THURSDAY, MARCH 7 – SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2019
Show open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
Trawlerfest in Stuart Florid...a
It’s happening now through the end of week.
Kurt Dilworth partner and one of the founders of Tomco Marine Group builders of the American Tug is in Stuart Florida right now. On display at the show will be an American Tug 395. Owners Bruce and Dorsey are great supporters of the American Tug Family and we cannot thank them enough. Please take time to visit with them while you are attending Trawlerfest, they are “good people”.
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Karcher Power Squeegee
The Karcher Power Squeegee; It does windows!
Definitely one of those gadgets you did not know you needed. The Karcher WV1 Vacuum Squeegee. It sucks the water off the glass as you wipe.
One of our American Tug owners showed me this device, I had just finished the Seattle Winter Boat Show where I had spent each morning detailing the cockpits of the boats prior to inviting another days group of show attendees aboard. This would ease my morning ritual of using a chamois to rid the cockpit of the morning dew, towel drying the nonskid so folks did not get wet feet or track water into the boats, and removing excessive condensation from the pilothouse windows on very cold days.
It should work equally well on fiberglass or window glass, bonus for us boaters!
Karcher is a German manufacturer of high quality pressure washers, commercial and residential cleaning equipment.
Available from Amazon, click here. About $45.
Definitely one of those gadgets you did not know you needed. The Karcher WV1 Vacuum Squeegee. It sucks the water off the glass as you wipe.
One of our American Tug owners showed me this device, I had just finished the Seattle Winter Boat Show where I had spent each morning detailing the cockpits of the boats prior to inviting another days group of show attendees aboard. This would ease my morning ritual of using a chamois to rid the cockpit of the morning dew, towel drying the nonskid so folks did not get wet feet or track water into the boats, and removing excessive condensation from the pilothouse windows on very cold days.
It should work equally well on fiberglass or window glass, bonus for us boaters!
Karcher is a German manufacturer of high quality pressure washers, commercial and residential cleaning equipment.
Available from Amazon, click here. About $45.
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
American Tug 395 Twin!

The new American Tug 395 Twin Engine – Now Available!
Twin Volvo D4-300 – 300hp engines – 600hp total. 26.5-knots!
Standard shafting, twin rudders, twin dual-Racor filtration.
Call Steve for full information at 360-466-2961 or steve@americantugs.com
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Joystick Control

American Tug is excited to announce that we are able to offer Joystick controls on our new American Tugs!
The Glenndinning Pro Pilot system will integrate with Cummins latest command and control electronics and our bow & stern thruster system, providing fingertip control of your new American Tug.
Call Steve at American Tugs and let’s build your family a new boat! 360-466-2961 or steve@americantugs.com
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
SeaDek: Now available from Marine Detail Specialists
SeaDek pioneered the use of EVA foam to replace either non-skid or teak decking on boats. It effectively softens the exterior texture for your feet, your dog's paws or seating areas. Utilizing precision cut patterns to match and accentuate the boats lines, SeaDek adds a glamorous look without the maintenance associated with wood on the exterior.
Represented in the Pacific Northwest by Marine Detail Specialists, our neighbor here in La Conner, WA. Jeff Paxson has been a certified SeaDek installer since 2017 and has worked on several American Tugs. Marine Detail Specialists is also one of the very best boat detail shops in the area, they do a great job on cleaning, polishing and waxing our clients boats.
Add a soft feel to your boats cockpit, make your swimstep dog claw friendly or add non-skid to your dinghy interior. Installed with a 3M pressure sensitive adhesive so installation is simple.
Represented in the Pacific Northwest by Marine Detail Specialists, our neighbor here in La Conner, WA. Jeff Paxson has been a certified SeaDek installer since 2017 and has worked on several American Tugs. Marine Detail Specialists is also one of the very best boat detail shops in the area, they do a great job on cleaning, polishing and waxing our clients boats.
Add a soft feel to your boats cockpit, make your swimstep dog claw friendly or add non-skid to your dinghy interior. Installed with a 3M pressure sensitive adhesive so installation is simple.
Call Jeff Paxson at Marine Detail Specialists in La Conner. Jeff can be reached at 206-852-4609 or see http://www.marinedetailspecialists.com
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Monday, November 19, 2018
Sold Boat: 2006 American Tug 34
2006 American Tug 34 #94 Joint Venture Now Sold!

2006 American Tug 34 with factory updates!
Built in the gorgeous flag “navy” blue gelcoat color with the polar white topsides, she looks like a new boat. Teak interior with hand rubbed oil finish is perfect. Neutral interior colors with Doe Ultraleather upholstery, new carpet was installed at the American Tug factory in spring of 2018.

Raymarine electronics suite with E-120 display and the larger 4kw “open array” radar, Tridata, Wind and ST-6000 autopilot. System includes digital fish finder, AIS Class B transponder and aft camera. Icom M602 vhf and Wave wi-fi booster take care of communications.

Tomco stainless factory stern davit is mated with an AB 10AL aluminum bottomed RIB with a stainless Unihelm seat and steering, and a Honda 20hp 4-stroke outboard.
Joint Venture is gorgeous and ready for your family’s next Expedition.
Call Steve at 360-466-2961 or steve@Americantugs.com for a private appointment to see this beautiful yacht.

2006 American Tug 34 with factory updates!
New carpet, upper deck furniture and new electronics mast
Joint Venture has been beautifully kept by her experienced owners, nicely updated and with current maintenance. Updated at the Tomco factory and now includes new carpeting, new electronics mast, “Skylounge” upper deck stainless furniture, stern thruster, new factory bonding system, and our new bow deck box. Mechanical maintenance is current and she is ready to cruise.Built in the gorgeous flag “navy” blue gelcoat color with the polar white topsides, she looks like a new boat. Teak interior with hand rubbed oil finish is perfect. Neutral interior colors with Doe Ultraleather upholstery, new carpet was installed at the American Tug factory in spring of 2018.

Raymarine electronics suite with E-120 display and the larger 4kw “open array” radar, Tridata, Wind and ST-6000 autopilot. System includes digital fish finder, AIS Class B transponder and aft camera. Icom M602 vhf and Wave wi-fi booster take care of communications.

Tomco stainless factory stern davit is mated with an AB 10AL aluminum bottomed RIB with a stainless Unihelm seat and steering, and a Honda 20hp 4-stroke outboard.
Joint Venture is gorgeous and ready for your family’s next Expedition.
Call Steve at 360-466-2961 or steve@Americantugs.com for a private appointment to see this beautiful yacht.
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Photos: New American Tug 435 - Hull #12
We have just launched our latest American Tug 435.
| American Tug 435-12 - Pilothouse View - Click for photos |
| 435 hull #12 Salon and Galley - click for photos View the entire gallery of photos - click here We would like to build your dream boat. Contact Steve at American Tugs 360-466-2961 or steve@americantugs.com |
Thursday, October 18, 2018
Rollout: New American Tug 435
Congratulations to the crew at American Tug!
A new American Tug 435 has just rolled out the factory doors and into the sunlight. This is a gorgeous "charcoal" grey gelcoat that really shines. This latest hull is built with stabilizers and will be heading down the coast to California next fall.
For more information, or to make your dream come true, contact Steve Scruggs at steve@americantugs.com. Let's build a boat!
Friday, September 28, 2018
Fish On! Quality time aboard American Tugs
It is all about that valuable time with the family. Make the most of it.
Family fishing aboard Prime Time American Tug 34 just off Seattle on Puget Sound.
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Sold Boat: 2008 American Tug 41 Flybridge
2008 American Tug 41 Flybridge Celebrate Sold!
Raymarine E-120 displays plus an E-80 up at the flybridge , GPS & chartplotter, 4kw open-array HD radar, high-power fish finder, AIS, ST-8000 autopilot, Icom VHF radio. A really nice electronics suite.
New Walker Bay DLX 360 12-foot inflatable with integrated console and seating, ORCA fabric, Yamaha 40hp 4-stroke outboard. Raymarine plotter/sounder. She rests on Weaver removable pyramid bases to allow full upper deck usage once the dinghy is launched. Steelhead Marine 3-axis ES-1000 crane gives you power jib and power rotation for effortless launching and recovery.
This is one of the cleanest and best kept yachts this broker has ever seen. Celebrate has received the professional care and looks as new.
Celebrate is ready for your family's next Expedition; to the Broughton's, Alaska or Mexico!
Call or email steve@americantugs.com for high resolution photos. She is clean, well maintained and well prepared. Steve Scruggs 206-930-6139
Gorgeous teak interior joinery, great upper station at flybridge, power hinged stainless arch, Raymarine integrated electronics, Village Marine watermaker, Volvo D9 500-hp diesel engine, new inflatable with 40hp engine, many custom factory details.
Rare flybridge model with a power-actuated hinged arch with integrated bimini. She is well equipped and very meticulously maintained. Volvo D9 - 500hp common rail engine with twin alternators, bow and stern thrusters, Tanner mast, factory interior joinery in teak, Stidd helm chair, Village Marine 400-gpd watermaker, Hurricane hydronic forced-air diesel furnace.
New Walker Bay DLX 360 12-foot inflatable with integrated console and seating, ORCA fabric, Yamaha 40hp 4-stroke outboard. Raymarine plotter/sounder. She rests on Weaver removable pyramid bases to allow full upper deck usage once the dinghy is launched. Steelhead Marine 3-axis ES-1000 crane gives you power jib and power rotation for effortless launching and recovery.
This is one of the cleanest and best kept yachts this broker has ever seen. Celebrate has received the professional care and looks as new.
Celebrate is ready for your family's next Expedition; to the Broughton's, Alaska or Mexico!
Call or email steve@americantugs.com for high resolution photos. She is clean, well maintained and well prepared. Steve Scruggs 206-930-6139
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Sold Boat: 2007 American Tug 34
2007 American Tug 34 Mostly Harmless $ Sold!
Features include Ultraleather upholstery, Espar forced-air diesel furnace, Racor dual fuel filtration, large galley with Nova Kool refer and Force-Ten stove, large factory bow storage box, factory entertainment package, Reverso oil change system, Magnum Energy 2000-watt power inverter w/ 600 amp-hours of battery capacity, bow thruster, Lofrans power anchor windlass with 275-feet of high test chain & Lewmar 44lb anchor, Diamond Seaglaze doors and windows, Vacuflush equipped head with huge stall shower, fantastic pilothouse with great views and perfected sight lines. Electronics include an integrated Raymarine suite including a C-120 12-inch color multifunction display with GPS & charts, radar & overlay, high power color sounder, 2Kw radar, ST-6000 autopilot, Raymarine Tridata & Wind. An Icom-604 Vhf completes this great package. |
| Tugs, Trawlers and Expedition Sailboats: Ideal for cruising Puget Sound & the Salish Sea! Factory direct American Tugs to the west coast. |
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