Built for versatility, these boats can be used in both salt water and freshwater. They are designed to navigate many different types of waterways so you can pursue many different species of fish.
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Small lightweight and, durable trailer boats made of aluminum are most often used for freshwater fishing. Generally very simple craft, featuring riveted or welded aluminum hulls and bench seating, they can be operated in fish-friendly places - shallow water, coves, inlets - not many other boats can reach. Powered primarily by outboard engines, this type of boat offers both tiller and remote steering options.
Bass boats have low, sleek profiles and are built to fish with two or three anglers on board. The minimum length of bass boats starts with 16 feet and can go up to 26 feet.
These boats are popular in coastal areas where sea trout and redfish live. They can float and run in water less than two feet deep and are ideal for fishing with two to three people on board.
These family boats are the most popular in the runabout/spotboat category and are equipped with extra seats and forward access to the bow, a convenient spot to relax and sun.
Recreational by nature, Cabin Cruisers are generally equipped with cooking, sleeping and bathroom facilities and are ideal for those who want to feel the sun above and the ocean below.
These open fishing boats are built to take rough offshore waters in pursuit of ocean fish. Rod holders, outriggers and other gear are common fittings onboard.
Cuddy cabins are ideal for day cruising, watersports, and other on-the-water activities such as fishing and swimming.
Deck boats have wide deck to carry 8 to 12 or more passengers (like pontoons) but look and perform more like runabouts. They are powerful, too, making them excellent boats for skiing, tubing and wakeboarding.
Dinghies are small, easy-to-transport craft, most often used as companion boats for larger vessels.
This craft allows boaters to enjoy the two most popular on-water activities; fishing and skiing. This family fishing and recreational boat has enough power to pull a skier or two, and to get to the fishing spot in short order.
High performance boats are the sleek sports cars of the boating world, offering high speeds and precise handling to boaters who prefer their thrills full throttle. Marrying big horsepower with sleek hulls results in boats that are equally at home slicing through ocean swells or tearing up inland lakes. Cranking offshore or simply relaxing in a cove, performance boats deliver lots of smiles per hour.
Inflatable boats range in size from 8-foot dinghies for tenders to 30-foot high performance boats. These boats are suitable for saltwater and freshwater fishing, watersports and more.
Like bowriders and deckboats, they offer comfortable seating and sunning areas, plus a speedy and exciting ride. They are distinguished from runabouts by their propulsion system, which is enclosed inside the hull.
Large boats equipped with powerful single or twin engines, these craft are ideal for ocean cruising, navigating large rivers or the Great Lakes, as well as entertaining at the dock, and can stay on the water for days.
Featuring two or three hulls, rather than the more common single hull, multi-hull powerboats include designs for hardcore freshwater and saltwater fishing, as well as recreational and cruising, complete with expected amenities.
Personal watercrafts (PWCs), often known by their brand names of "Jet Ski" or "WaveRunner," have evolved overtime into a broad market now characterized by craft more similar to a snowmobile, featuring a saddle and handlebars and capable of hauling one-to-three passengers.
Pontoon boats give families with younger boaters a secure place to enjoy the ride or toddle about when at anchor, thanks to wide decks and "play pen-like" side rails and gates. When equipped with larger engines they can be as quick as runabouts.
Sailboats differ from other types of boats in that they are propelled partly or entirely by wind; they use sails to transform the power of the wind into power that moves the boat through the water. The term sailboat covers a wide variety of sailing craft, each with its own characteristics and styles.
Carve the morning glass on skis, soar over the wakes on a wakeboard, or surf an endless wave…ski/wake/surf boats are your gateway to fun!
These boats are great for pursuing large fish. Often equipped with sleeping berths, a galley for cooking and plumbing for convenience, they have the capacity to stay on the water for days.
Facilities for sleeping, cooking and plumbing provide boating fun for weekends on the water with family and friends. They can handle big rivers, lakes and oceans on moderate days.
These boats may be the ultimate family fishing boats and are most popular in coastal waters, large bays and the Great Lakes where anglers pursue salmon or offshore ocean species. They are equipped with rod holders, livewells and steps to the forward deck to make it easy to follow a big fish around the boat.
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Best Luxury Yacht Brands: 25 Shipyards Which Build The Best Superyachts
By Brody Patterson
Updated on January 14, 2023
The superyacht industry is a world that offers you luxurious adventures around the globe, from the United States, all the way to the UK, Netherlands, Germany, or the beautiful Italian coast. From the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, these stunning yachts are built by highly skilled professionals, who provide you with nothing but the best craftsmanship.
As a potential yacht owner, you can get inspiration from any of these companies and choose what is best suited to your needs. There is so much to take into consideration, hence we compiled a detailed list of the 25 best yacht building companies in the world to help you out.
For example, you need to figure out first what size yacht you want, as they range from 30-50 feet vessels, all the way to the larger than 260 feet superyachts, and everything in between. Are Eco-friendly details important to you, or is cutting-edge technology and speed an absolute must to you?
We will do our best to cover all these points and more, so let’s start looking at the best yacht brands in the world right now.
One of the best yacht brands in the 30-50’ range, Wally is an Italian company that specializes in fast motor yachts, but they’re also buiding gorgeous sailing vessels. For those of you who enjoy speed, you will be happy to hear that most of their yachts are made out of angular carbon composite and fiberglass, which enables you to blast through the waves.
Not so much for leisurely cruising, their 36-meter superyacht has luxurious accommodations for up to six guests and six crew members. Its prowess is due to the three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, which have a total power output of 16,800 hp. With its 60 knots top speed, it is one of the fastest yachts in the world.
Founded in 1842 on Lake Iseo of Italy, Riva quickly became a racing yacht legend, and it has upheld its reputation since. One of the best cruising yachts in the world in the 30-50 feet category, Riva offers sleek looks and impressive performance.
Solid stainless steel bow rails, an 800 hp engine, a 13-foot beam, and a 3-foot draft along a non-skid deck make this a very desirable vessel. Customizable to your tastes, you can cruise the waters in style.
Aesthetic appeal along with classic Italian design makes this company one of the most sought after. The Italian shipyard develops innovative solutions like crafting hybrid engines and using nanotechnologies, which make the long-lasting coatings on their vessels have a lower impact on marine life.
Equipped with options such as Twin Gens, Twin Watermakers, Stabilizers, Bow Thrusters and powered by DDEC 12V92’s with Ulstein forward-facing drives, the Grande 35 Metri reaches 25.5-knot max speeds. A stylish, yet competitive yacht.
22. Dynamiq
An Italian superyacht brand located on the Tuscan coast, with yachts engineered to the highest standards set by naval architects in the Netherlands. Designed in Monaco, Dynamiq’s vessels will surely meet the needs of the forward thinkers in the yacht building industry. Some of the options available are hybrid technology, with chic and efficient features that are easy to customize.
Ranging from 90 to 165 feet, you can build your own vessel according to your needs. Not only do they look impressive with their cool design, but they also offer you great performance. Impressive specs such as the aluminum hull, with a range that varies from 900nm at 15 knots all the way up to 5000nm at 10 knots and two engines Man at 882 kW.
21. Sunreef
Leading the world of catamaran yacht brands, the company produces its signature models, 60 to 100 feet vessels, along with the supreme models and the 150-210 feet power trimarans superyachts. Their shipyard is located in Gdansk, Poland, a seafaring city rich in naval building traditions.
They are also known for building eco-friendly electric engines that are great for the environment with their innovative propulsion solutions. Their sustainable materials feature basalt and linen-based structures in the production of their hulls, superstructures, and yacht manufacturing.
20. Ferretti
Another famed Italian shipyard is innovative with its human interface, which makes their vessels super easy to use. Ferretti’s fleet varies from the 500 to the 1000 projects, but they are all designed with your wellbeing and comfort in mind. You can choose from different mood palettes for your interiors, such as classic or contemporary.
Their MTU engine, with a cruising speed of 20 knots and a max speed of 24 knots, along with many other impressive specs, makes this brand an experience that embodies luxurious style and performance in one.
19. Fincantieri
Fincantieri has a network of 18 shipyards across four continents, two design centers, and a research center, and throughout their 230-year history they have built more than 7,000 vessels. If that is not impressive enough, they will surely convince you with their luxury yachts, designed to your pleasure.
High-tech, high quality, and high performance – these would be the features they stand for, and their unique designs are complemented by state-of-the-art technology. Aesthetic perfection along with the best technological expertise in the industry will deliver the luxury you crave.
18. Nautor’s Swan
A Finnish yacht brand founded by Pekka Koskenkyla back in 1966, they specialize in high-performance sailing yachts . Beautiful wood interiors are their signature touch, and their high-tech amenities are up-to-date in order to keep up with a very competitive industry.
Their fiberglass material has brought them to the top in the racing sailboats category, along with the ingenuity of Sparkman & Stephens. They eventually partnered with German Frers Design, who is responsible for many of their Swan designs.
17. Sanlorenzo
Ranked in the top three over 80-feet yachts builders in their category, Sanlorenzo has introduced a variety of new yachts in the last couple of years. Their signature light-blue steel hull is predominant in all their models, such as the SL102 Asymmetric yacht, or their 171-foot custom Seven Sins.
Among other designs worth mentioning are their new additions SX112, 164-foot 500EXP Ocean Dreamwalker lll, or the 210-foot 64Steel. One thing they all have in common is that they cater to the American lifestyle.
16. Rossinavi
Rossinavi has worked with some of the world’s best designers available to come up with unique and futuristic designs. Some of their most popular superyachts in the last few years have got to be 160-foot Endeavour ll and the 161-foot Aurora. Achille Salvagni is responsible for both designs, but they are quite different from one another.
The Alfa 50, with its sleek modern look, was designed by Enrico Gobbi. Pininfarina, who has put their signature touch on Ferrari, has unveiled some of Rossinavi’s new concepts, which make them stand out from other brands.
15. Baglietto
Another Italian company, they have been around since 1840, when Pietro Baglietto started building wooden fishing ships in his backyard. He expanded his company by manufacturing boats for kings and popes, and in 1906 built his first combustion engine.
Eventually, the company was saved from bankruptcy by the Gavio Group and they got a facelift with the introduction of their new model line, which ranges from 43 to 230 feet yachts. Their Silver Fox, which was launched in 2018, is designed by Francesco Paszkowski and it could easily be considered a true work of art.
14. Mangusta
The company is owned by the Balducci family and it was started in 1985. They specialize in luxury sports yachts and voyage superyachts, all of which you can customize to your personal tastes. They have built more than 300 yachts in their 34 year career, and they are still going strong.
The Mangusta Oceano, for example, is one of their long-range yachts with ranges up to 5,000 miles. The Mangusta Maxi Open series offers speed, stability and quietness. And their GranSports is a fast-displacement series that covers long distances.
13. Princess Yachts
Established in 1965, this British company has grown into a conglomerate with multiple production sites over the years. They build contemporary yachts in seven classes, ranging from open boats to megayachts. Their flagship Imperial Princess, a 131-foot 40M superyacht, has a large interior and lots of natural light.
It is built on the South Yard, which was formerly a 17th century naval yard. Their R35, one of their most innovative models, is built with a foil system which reduces drag and can revolutionize yachting, and was designed by Pininfarina, the same acclaimed design studio that works with Rossinavi as well.
The crown jewel of the Ferretti group, CRN is famous for their landmark Chopi Chopi, a 262-foot megayacht. The different ranges of the military style 180-foot Atlante, the sleek hull of the 239-foot Yalla, or even the high-tech Cloud 9 yacht show the different customizable possibilities from CRN Yachts.
Ferretti invested lots of money into their Ancona Yard, and their tri-deck motor yacht, as well as the Superconero are just some of the upgraded versions of the staples that brought them on the map in the first place.
11. Sunseeker
One of the UK’s most important shipyards, Sunseeker manufactures most of its vessels in Poole, Dorset. Their place in the yachting world is secured with four superyacht models ranging from 116 to 161-foot, and their 76 to 100-foot motor yachts. They also manufacture high performance boats, alongside sports and 52 to 744-foot cruise yachts.
It used to only build out of composite, but has since expanded to aluminum with its 161 Yachts. Their ICON expertise, design and market savvy is keeping them competitive in the yachting world.
10. Royal Huisman
One of the oldest shipyards from Holland, they have been around since 1884. They have three large facilities, one in Vollenhove, one in Amsterdam, and a third in Emden, where they can build large yachts up to 266 feet. Their fleet is well known for their sailing superyachts Gliss, Antares and Sea Eagle among many others.
The Ngoni, a 190-foot is built with an eclectic interior, and the 184-foot classic Aquarius are some of their popular models. Project Phi is their newest addition to an already solid fleet and the Apex 850 concept will be probably turned into reality too.
9. Perini Navi
Two yards in Italy and a third in Turkey are the places where the newest additions to their line up are being built right now. Restructuring of the company’s management in 2017 resulted in a major refresh of their fleet too. New lines such as the E-volution Yacht series, the Argonaut, Heritage and Voyager are going to be the new focus for Perini Navi.
Sometimes a change is needed, and their new innovations have proven successful. Their hybrid-powered models such as the Eco-tender are built to keep up with the changes necessary for the environment.
8. Nobiskrug
Located in Northern Germany, Nobiskrug operates from two facilities which build vessels ranging from 197 to 1,398 feet. The 115 year old company is a pioneer in the superyacht division with their 2000 Tatoosh model. They employ more than 1,000 professionals who excel in the business.
The 262 foot Artefact was launched only last year, and at 2999 GT it is the largest superyacht by volume in the world. It is also the first in the world to meet IMO Tier lll emissions regulations. In-house production of everything from hull construction to mechanical work makes them one of the most diverse and eco-friendly companies in their category.
7. Feadship
The famous Dutch company comprises De Vooght Naval Architects, De Vries and Van Lent family yards, with locations in Amsterdam, Aalsmeer, Kaag, and Makkum. Responsible for dozens of custom launches over the last seven decades, they are considered Holland’s powerhouse.
Symphony, a 333-foot pioneer to cross the 100-meter mark, and the 312-foot Faith has its own helicopter pad with hangar on the foredeck, and on the aft deck a glass floor swimming pool. They are just some of their more famous models, they have many others you can research if interested.
One of the best superyacht builders in the world, this Dutch company is based in Vlissingen. Operating for more than 100 years, they offer the Full Custom and Limited Editions, ranging from 108 to 272 foot LOA. The facilities are used for both military and commercial vessels, and they employ the most skilled workers in the industry.
Their most noteworthy launches in the last couple of years are the 243-foot Universe, the 205-foot Sea & US, along the 189-foot Volpini 2. The potential owners are able to customize both interiors and exteriors according to their taste.
One of the oldest and largest superyacht builders in the world, Benetti has been making custom and semi custom builds since 1875. They currently have 97 yachts under build larger than 78 feet. The Ironman, Metis and Spectre are some of their newest additions. The FB277 351-foot gigayacht is currently being under construction at the Livorno yard.
Their Luminosity is believed to be valued at more than 200 million EUR and became one of the top 10 largest Superyachts delivered in 2019. Pretty amazing!
Founded in 1978, this Dutch superyacht brand specializes in custom-made builds. Therefore, their fleet is limited, so there are three different ways to own a Heesen boat. Through the Pure Custom program the buyer can order a unique individual design and engineering.
The Platform Concept program offers custom exterior design but standard engineering, and the third option is to buy a brand new custom superyacht as soon as it is made available for purchase. The Galactica Super Nova is their largest built at 230 feet, and their Maximus, with an open cockpit and a swimming pool with a waterfall is a special yacht someone will surely enjoy.
A fairly young company, this Dutch company based in Alblasserdam has been around since 1987. They specialize in custom expedition yachts ranging from 262 to 459 feet. The builder launched Project Bravo in 2018, which is a fuel efficient and eco-friendly innovative design. Their green technologies are predominant in their newest addition to their fleet.
Their most famous superyachts are the 311-foot Indian Empress and the 300-foot Equanimity. Their Black Pearl, a 350-foot technically advanced designed sailing superyacht stands on its own.
2. Abeking & Rasmussen
Successful in setting new technological standards, this family business is located across the river from Lurssen in Germany. They have been the best in the making of naval vessels since 1917, and they also specialize in coast guard and patrol vessels, as well as custom yachts. German engineering at its best, A & R has been an innovative company who is not scared of change.
They are developing a hybrid fuel cell powered by methanol that emits only clean steam, the first hydrocarbon emission free in the world. The Aviva, a 321-foot flagship has its own paddle-tennis court on the premises.
Lürssen is a family business who believes in producing the best quality yachts in the world. Focused on excellence, this German company is another leader in the luxury yachting world. Their eight shipyards located in the northern part of the country have been responsible for building more than 13.000 vessels since 1875.
They do everything from building new yachts, as well as refitting, repairing and providing maintenance services on the premises. The iconic Azzam, the largest superyacht in the world is 590 feet long , is designed with the best quality woodwork and custom furniture inside a high-tech hull.
One thing is certain if you’re in the market for a luxury yacht, you have so many options available right now. The biggest problem will be choosing only one brand to work with when designing your dream yacht.
We hope you got all the inspiration you needed from our list, so happy sailing.
About Brody Patterson
Brody has worked as a full time staff writer for Luxatic for over five years, covering luxury news, product releases and in-depth reviews, and specializing in verticals on the website alongside the tech & leisure section, as well as men's fashion, watches and travel. Learn more about Luxatic's Editorial Process .
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For every shoe, there’s a foot, and for every boating enthusiast, there’s a yacht. For those individuals who like to cruise their yachts across blue water, spend months on board or voyage to remote beaches and quiet coves, a trawler yacht is the go-to vessel choice. But even within this yacht genre, there are many options. For example, there are some mighty midsize trawlers that are easily capable of transatlantic crossings for an adventurous couple, and then there are megayacht-size craft with next-level amenities that require extra crew. Some trawler-yacht builders offer significant customization and others work from a fixed options list. There are single-engine trawlers and twin-engine trawlers. One thing that is common is that these trawler yachts are designed from the ground up for yachtsmen with wanderlust in their hearts.
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Nordhavn 96 : Built for an owner who desired to self-sufficiently while cruising the world, literally.
Beneteau Grand Trawler 62 : This trawler can travel nonstop for 1,000 nautical miles.
Kadey-Krogen 52 : This twin-engine-capable, all-oceans trawler is a solid fit for voyaging cruising couples.
Bering Yachts B76 : The B76 is the builder’s first fully custom trawler in this size range.
Ranger Tugs R-43 Command Bridge : This vessel is equally comfortable at a 7-knot stroll or an 18-knot jog.
Beneteau 48 Swift Trawler : Based on the builder’s Swift Trawler 47, this yacht has a resin-infused fiberglass hull.
Kadey-Krogen 50 Open : The 50 Open can cruise at 6 knots nonstop for 5,000 nautical miles.
Outer Reef 620 Trident : It has a three-stateroom layout and optional 600 hp Cummins diesels.
Grand Banks 60 Skylounge : This yacht is efficient across a variety of cruising speeds.
Krogen Express 52 : Headroom to spare, two staterooms, a chef-ready galley and long range define this trawler yacht.
Grand Banks 85 Skylounge : Grand Banks’ V-warp hull form makes for a level running attitude, seakindliness and long range.
Vicem Yachts 82 Classic : Construction is in cold-molded, strip-planked mahogany with epoxy.
Outer Reef 610 Motoryacht : Power on this Outer Reef is a pair of 500 hp John Deere 6090 diesels.
Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot : Did someone say this is a 20-knot Nordhavn?
Marlow 58E : A high level of customization and admirable performance are at the heart of the Marlow 58E.
Nordhavn 96
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96’7”
24’0”
7,000 Gal.
900 Gal.
8’2”
400,000 lb.
Beneteau Grand Trawler 62
Beneteau’s Grand Trawler 62 has 1,000-plus-mile range and 20-knot speed with twin 730 hp i6 MAN diesels . The Grand Trawler 62 is the builder’s flagship in its Trawler series, which also includes the Swift Trawler 35 , Swift Trawler 41 Sedan , Swift Trawler 41 Fly and Swift Trawler 48 . Small touches set the Beneteau Grand Trawler 62 apart. They include sea rails on all lockers to keep stowed food and gear in place, leather-wrapped interior handrails for security in a seaway, and leather drawer pulls like those found on larger yachts. Long-range cruising accommodations include a full-beam master stateroom aft, a forepeak VIP and twin-berth guest stateroom. A Quick X3 gyrostabilizer helps mitigate any potential rocking and rolling on rough days.
62’2”
17’10”
1,022 Gal.
222 Gal.
4’7”
61,729 lb.
Kadey-Krogen 52
The Kadey-Krogen 52 is the trawler-yacht builder’s smallest offering in its raised-pilothouse series, complete with a Portuguese Bridge. Owners can choose from either a two- or three-stateroom layout, and between a single-diesel engine or twin-diesel engines, for owners seeking redundancy. The standard engine is a 231 hp John Deere diesel. With the single-engine setup, draft is 5’5” and with twins it’s a shallower 4’6”. At 6 knots, range is an ocean-crossing 4,850 nautical miles. At 7 knots, it’s 3,300 nm. At 9 knots, it 1,700 nm. The builder states, “The entire Krogen 52 is built from only three molded pieces for maximized structural integrity. There are no additional secondary bonds or caulk joints that can inevitably cause issues. All deck and superstructures are cored and vacuum-bagged to maximize strength while minimizing weight.” Additionally, six longitudinal stringers enhance overall strength.
57’9”
17’9”
1,400 Gal.
400 Gal.
5’5” (single) 4’6” (twins)
70,000 lb.
Bering Yachts B76
Lemanja is the first custom boat that Bering has built in this size range. The yacht is notable for its steel hull and aluminum superstructure, and for its 4,000-nautical-mile-plus range with its twin 404 hp Cummins QSL9 diesel engines. As rugged as the Bering 76 is built on the outside, it also offers homelike comforts in its skylounge inside, offering panoramic views out large windows surrounding the space. Sole-to-ceiling glass offers similar views in the open-plan salon. Accommodations are fox six guests in three staterooms with a master stateroom and two guest staterooms, plus crew accommodations. In addition to its traditional diesel engines, the B76 has a solar-rechargeable battery bank for hybrid propulsion.
73’3”
19’3”
6,750 Gal.
946 Gal.
6’5”
287,000 lb.
Ranger Tugs R-43 Command Bridge
The Ranger Tugs R-43 Command Bridge is a long-distance cruiser with creature comforts. Our expert found the R-43 Command Bridge to be a solid candidate to cruise The Great Loop . We agree. Twin Volvo Penta IPS450 pod drives give the boat efficient low and high cruise speeds at 7 and 18 knots, respectively. For those that have work during their cruise, the R-43 Command bridge’s master stateroom is set up with an office with a desk. Long trips require extra stowage and a way to clean salty clothes, so on the R-43 Command Bridge there is a washer, dryer, auxiliary refrigerator/freezer and stowage under the dinette, which rises on electric rams. Voyagers who buy a R-43 Commander Bridge can opt for a Factory Delivery Experience, which is three days of instruction on Puget Sound, and includes in boat systems, handling and maintenance.
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Beneteau Swift Trawler 48
The Beneteau Swift Trawler 48 has a 1,300-nautical-mile range at 8 knots, but can also speed away at 26 knots if the weather goes south in a hurry. Based on the builder’s 47-footer , the three-stateroom, two-head Swift Trawler 48 has a resin-infused fiberglass hull. Power is a pair of 425 hp Cummins diesels. The main-deck layout includes a galley aft setup, which is accessible to the cockpit. There, the seating and dining area can be fully enclosed, with tracks in place for side curtains. The helmsman is kept comfortable on long passages with a bolstered, pedestal bucket-style seat with a flip-up footrest. The Swift Trawler 48 we reviewed had upgraded 12-inch Raymarine HybridTouch displays (9-inch screens are standard).
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14’9”
510 Gal.
169 Gal.
3’10”
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27,896 lb.
Kadey-Krogen 50 Open
Designed for serious extended cruising, Kadey-Krogen Yachts 50 Open provides owners with amenities that will enhance those longer passages. The galley is fitted with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, a four-burner Wolf range, a microwave and an optional dishwasher. Unlike in many trawlers and their traditional pilothouse design, the galley is located on the same level as the helm and salon. Belowdecks is the master stateroom amidships with two hanging lockers, 12 cabinets, additional drawers for stowage and an en suite head, shower and two sinks. Forward of the master is an office. The 50 Open’s hull has soft chines and a curved after end, much like the characteristics of a sailboat built for cruising. The result is an efficient hull form that provides a gentle landing into troughs when the sea gets a temper. This trawler can cruise at 6 knots for 5,000 nautical miles; 7 knots for 3,000 nautical miles; 8 knots for 2,100 nautical miles; and 9 knots for 1,200 nautical miles.
52’9”
17’5”
1,240 Gal.
400 Gal.
5’4”
68,000 lb.
Outer Reef 620 Trident
Outer Reef Yachts 620 Trident delivers a three-stateroom layout and optional 600 hp Cummins diesels that allow this vessel to approach a top hop of 21 knots. Cruising speed is a little over 16 knots, burning about 34 gallons of fuel per hour at 2,750 rpm. The amidships master stateroom has 6-foot-8-inch headroom, a walk-in closet and a shower enclosed in smoked glass. In the forepeak VIP stateroom, there are seven drawers, a hanging locker, a 31-inch Samsung TV and 7-foot headroom. The portside guest stateroom can convert to an office, too. The aft galley has a U-shape countertop, a three-burner electric cooktop, a Bosch microwave and a Vitrifrigo refrigerator and freezer. Cherry, walnut and oak are the available wood options.
61’8”
16’2”
800 Gal.
185 Gal.
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4’0”
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51,000 lb.
Grand Banks 60 Skylounge
It’s obvious after a quick peek inside the Grand Banks 60 Skylounge that the Grand Banks Yachts trademark external DNA is retained. The deck, cabin house and skylounge are all composed of infused carbon fiber, reducing weight aloft and creating a lower center of gravity. With twin 900 hp Volvo Penta D13 diesels , the 60 Skylounge can accelerate to 31 knots and cruise at about 25 knots. The 60 Skylounge can also travel up to 2,000 nautical miles at 10 knots on a 1,530-gallon fuel tank. Twin 1,000 hp Volvo Penta IPS1200s are also available.
66’10”
19’2”
1,532 Gal.
291 Gal.
4’3”
62,832 lb.
Krogen Express 52
The Krogen Express 52 runs on twin 440 hp Yanmar diesels and can cruise at 8 knots for 1,680 nautical miles or at 16 knots for 500 nautical miles. Top hop: 22 knots. In the interior, Krogen Express has outfitted the 52 with a master stateroom and a guest stateroom. The former has a queen island berth, more than 7-foot headroom, hanging lockers and smaller cubbies to port and to starboard, and an en suite head with a molded fiberglass shower stall with a seat, a VacuFlush toilet and a granite countertop. A power lift elevates the berth and grants access to more stowage underneath. The Krogen Express 52’s salon has a 26-inch HD LED TV and a home-theater system, leather Stressless chairs to port and a built-in, L-shape settee to starboard. The galley boasts granite countertops, a three-burner Force 10 propane range with an oven, a refrigerator, a GE microwave oven, a deep Elkay sink and a pullout sprayer faucet. There is a Buff Ultraleather Stidd helm seat for extra comfort during long runs.
57’6”
15’11”
700 Gal.
370 Gal.
4’0”
43,000 lb.
Grand Banks 85 Skylounge
The Grand Banks 85 Skylounge comes in at more than 87 feet length overall and displaces 108,000 pounds, with a 22-plus-foot beam and an air draft of just under 26 feet. Owners can choose either a three- or four-stateroom layout. The standard motors are twin 1,000 hp Volvo Penta IPS diesels, twin 1,300 hp MAN straight-shaft diesels are optional. With the larger engines, owners can also choose an optional stern thruster, in addition to the standard bow thruster. With the IPS diesels, top speed is 26.5 knots and fuel burn is 100 gallons per hour, resulting in a range of 699 nautical miles. At a 21-knot cruise speed, fuel consumption drops to 57 gph, and range climbs to 972 nm. At a 9-knot jog, fuel burn falls to 9 gph, and the Grand Banks 85 Skylounge can cruise nonstop for about 2,500 nautical miles.
87’1”
22’2”
2,640 Gal.
370 Gal.
4’11”
108,025 lb.
Vicem 82 Classic Flybridge
The Vicem 82 Classic is a flybridge model built in cold-molded mahogany, which creates a stout hull form with reduced weight. The yacht is notable for its timeless Downeast lines and strong joiner work. For cruising enthusiasts, the Classic 82 Flybridge is powered with twin 900 hp Volvo Penta D13 diesels . The yacht has a top-end speed of 17.8 knots, and the cruising speed is 15 knots. At 9 knots, and considering a 10-percent fuel reserve, range is reportedly 1,100 nautical miles. Accommodations three en-suite-equipped staterooms. The master stateroom is full-beam and amidships with a king-size berth is on centerline. The starboard-side guest stateroom and a forepeak VIP each have queen-size berths.
81’0”
20’4”
1,585 Gal.
500 Gal.
5’3”
10 Knots
Outer Reef 610 Motoryacht
Built for an enthusiastic cruising couple after a three-year boat search, the Outer Reef Yachts 610 Motoryacht (part of the builder’s Classic series ), was customized with a fore-and-aft berth in the owners’ stateroom (as in, not athwartships), and berths rather than bunks in the smaller of two guest staterooms. This Outer Reef 610 was designed to be used as a liveaboard vessel, so the salon is not set up for dining (there are tables in the pilothouse, on the aft deck and on the bridge). A pair of swivel chairs in the salon face the built-in couch and the pop-up TV to port. The 610 is built with hand-laid fiberglass, PVC coring above the waterline, resin infusion and a vinylester barrier coat against osmosis. Power is twin 500 hp John Deere 6090 diesels turning ZF transmissions . The 610 tops out at about 13.5 knots with full tanks and 21 people aboard. The engines burn 20 gph at 1,800 rpm for 11 knots at 45 percent engine load. Those numbers should allow it to cross oceans without shortening engine life.
61’2”
17’2”
1,000 Gal.
300 Gal.
5’0”
93,000 lb.
Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot
Nordhavn has long been known for its stout circumnavigation -capable craft, and the Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot carries on the the tradition of a beefy build with addition of…speed. Twenty-knots-plus, actually. Twin 715 hp Cummins diesel inboards and a new semidisplacement hull form are said to be key to the performance equation. The Nordhavn 59CP has a 777-nautical-mile range at a 9.3-knot cruise, and a 255-nm range at its 20.3-knot top-end. Construction is a solid fiberglass hull bottom supported by full-length longitudinal stringers and a series of transversal supports for added backbone. High freeboard should keep the decks dry in a seaway, while rails keep the crew secure during transits. Nordhavn says the 59CP has a “CE category A unlimited offshore rating, ensuring the vessel has the seakeeping and strength capabilities to take on most serious coastal cruises up to 1,000 miles.”
58’10”
17’0”
1,100 Gal.
444 Gal.
5’0”
88,000 lb.
Marlow Yachts 58E
Following on the successful Marlow 57 , the Marlow 58E was started from scratch on a blank sheet of paper. The essence of the 58E is that it has better performance and more internal and external volume than her predecessor. The centerline length grew 10 inches over the 57, but the waterline length increased 16 inches and the beam widened 4 inches. If you were to examine the two boats out of the water, you would see more bell-shaped forward sections making for a soft impact with the vee’d portion. Power options start with twin 575 hp Caterpillar C9 diesels, but the 58E we got aboard had beefier twin 1,015 hp Caterpillar C18 diesels. Top speed: 27.9 knots. At 8 knots, the Marlow 58E can cruise nonstop for 1,400 nautical miles.
67’8”
18’6”
1,500 Gal.
300 Gal.
4’10”
69,000 lb.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a trawler yacht?
A true trawler typically has a full-displacement hull form and robust construction to handle open-water operation, and it’s designed to operate self-sufficiently for long periods of time. They are slow-cruising vessels, but over the years, hybrid yachts called fast trawlers have emerged to offer displacement-speed operation as well as the ability to run at planing speeds when desired.
What is a full-displacement hull form?
A displacement-hull form is known is for its rounded nature and deep draft. Full-displacement vessels do not plane on the water, but rather push through the water. This hull design makes displacement-hull vessels incredibly seakindly, but it also makes them relatively slow (think 5, 6, 7, 8 knots) when compared to semidisplacement- and planning-hull designs.
Is a long-range cruiser the same as a trawler?
While all trawlers are certainly long-range cruisers, not all long-range cruisers are trawlers. True trawlers will have full-displacement hull designs and not all long-range cruisers have them.
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By Robert Bowman | Posted On Feb 21, 2022 Updated On May 18, 2022
After walking around the Miami Boat Show this week, I had the opportunity to speak with several excited future owners, as well as representatives from many of the shipyards in the 40-foot to 100-foot range. While none of this will come as a surprise to anyone who has been following the trends in yacht sales, there were mixed emotions from everyone as inventory shortages continue and demand remains incredibly strong. As you can imagine, even the most popular yacht brands have not been spared from equipment troubles, material shortages, and shipping delays.
(Keep scrolling down to get to the most popular boat brands by number of sold boats.)
The love and passion for boating that has grown this amazing recreation continues to thrive, while the need for relaxation is more important than ever before. What better way to unwind than on your own personal yacht, enjoying the sun and ocean with your favorite guests! I listened to one couple's plans to take on the Great Loop and had brought with them a list of bridge heights, along with requirements they wanted in a boat for their adventure. They planned on spending over a year on the Loop, taking their time along the way to enjoy each stop. Another gentleman perused over a 58-foot motor yacht with future plans of putting it into a yacht charter program in the Bahamas during season and off the New England Coast in the Summer.
The boating dreams and aspirations were generally the same as previous boat shows, but the sales climate was noticeably different. In some new boat displays, 'SOLD' signs could be seen on every single model on display.
Manufacturers, yacht dealers, and boaters alike all complained about the lack of available inventory - both new and used - with many wait times for new builds 18 months out or more. Fueled by shortages in materials and microchips, along with the incredible uptick in boat sales in the U.S., the current climate is one of quick decisions and fast action. Buyers using a professional yacht broker are more likely to be successful in finding the perfect boat as they can not only watch the market for what becomes available, but they also have knowledge of boats not yet currently advertised.
And for sellers, if there ever were a perfect time to sell your yacht quickly and for potentially over-asking price, it's right now!
Consider these facts for a moment :
Total U.S. pre-owned sales increased 10% from 2019 to 2021 while the total value increased 57%
Sales in the 46' to 55' category grew 34%, while the 56' to 79' category grew 38%
Yacht Sales for the 80'+ category grew 61%
United Yacht Sales also saw growth of 29% in 2021 , after increasing sales by 31% in 2020 .
The average boat value, across both power and sail, has increased 40% since pre-pandemic conditions.
A 10% increase in sales is a tremendous surge for an industry that sees nearly $40 billion in sales each year. According to a 2021 market index report from Boats Group, cruising yachts were the most popular type of yacht searched for on the brokerage market. Coming in second place were center-console boats , followed by motor yachts.
"It makes sense that cruisers are the most popular searched for boat," said Captain Jeff Palmer, UYS co-President. "Not only are there more cruising-style boat builders, but the versatility of this design keeps them relevant. People love to go on trips, whether it's to the islands or up the coastline, and the comfortable accommodations they provide are important to the owners." Our team can assist you in determining how much you should spend on a yacht .
( Seen below: A Pershing 62HT is a perfect example of an express cruiser . )
While not a representation of every single boat sold in the marketplace, the below list outlines what boat brands were the most purchased on the brokerage market in 2021 in the United States. If you're looking to sell your boat, whether it's on this list or not, give our main office a call at 1-772-463-3131 to be connected to an expert on the current market.
Here are the most popular boat brands in 2021 *
1. Sea Ray Boats
2. Boston Whaler
3. Grady-White
4. Regal Boats
5. Carver Yachts
*Criteria: U.S. sales only, pre-owned only. Data: Soldboats.com
(Seen below: An excellent example of a pre-owned Sea Ray yacht that is currently listed with United Yacht Sales.)
The brands listed above really come as no surprise as there were simply many more of these vessels built in the 90's and 2000's that continually become available for sale on the brokerage market each year. If we move the criteria to 50-feet and up, the top 5 brands change drastically.
Here are the most popular yacht brands over 50-feet:
2. Hatteras Yachts
3. Viking Yachts
4. Azimut Yachts
5. Prestige Yachts
I would also like to note that Carver Yachts and Ocean Alexander would have been included if we excluded the sportfishing brands. Although Hatteras and Viking both build motor yachts, the bulk of their sales continue to be in the fishing category.
Here are the top sportfishing yacht brands in 2021 : (production builders)
1. Viking Yachts
3. Tiara Yachts
5. Bertram Yachts
There are simply more cruising boat builders than sportfishing boats, making it important to break this category out by itself. Even drilling down further would require separating pre-owned custom sportfishing boats out from the production boats since so few of them are built each year.
(Seen below: This Merritt Yachts 58' is an exciting example of a custom sportfish listed with United Yacht Sales.)
The second most sought after category, center-console boats, always seems to be a dominant segment of the industry thanks to their relative affordability when compared to much larger yachts. The ease of handling and maintenance, normally due to having outboard engines, makes this a popular choice for many boat owners.
Here are the most popular center-console brands on the pre-owned market :
1. Boston Whaler
2. Grady-White
4. Edgewater
5. Intrepid
Please note that many boats in this category are sold 'For Sale By Owner' so exact numbers can be hard to quantify. This data represents pre-owned center-consoles sold through brokers and noted in soldboats.com. Both Contender Boats and were close behind Intrepid in terms of number of boats sold.
(Seen below: This Boston Whaler 38 Realm is a great example of a higher-end center-console on the brokerage market.)
No matter what type or brand of boat you own, whether it's considered popular or not, the United Yacht Sales will team will provide the right market analysis for you, a clear plan of action on how to sell it, will follow up with every inquiry promptly, keep you informed on its progress, and continue providing assistance through closing. United Yacht Sales has over 250 yacht brokers worldwide with one of the top support teams in the industry. Our network of boat buyers and sellers is the largest there is and we will put it to work for you whether selling your current boat or on the search for a new one. To get started with UYS, call our main office at 1-772-463-3131 or fill out our What's My Boat Worth form to get a quick pricing analysis.
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Are you thinking about buying a boat? The thought of getting out onto the water for some fun is exciting. Boating is a great pastime for families and friends and a great way to strengthen your relationships while you enjoy the fresh air and natural surroundings.
However, choosing a boat is like buying a car. Some manufacturing brands have a better reputation in the market than others. For instance, we all know the prestige of buying a Mercedes-Benz versus a VW Golf or an F150 truck.
It’s the same with boats; some brands offer you a more premium boating experience than others. If you have no experience in the boating industry, you probably have no idea about the difference between boating brands. So, which offers you the best balance of performance, design, reliability, and luxury for your time out on the water.
That’s okay; we did the research for you. This guide unpacks our choices for the best boat brands available. Each brand has a different approach to building boats and the prices they ask for their models.
We’ll make our recommendations on the best model to suit your activities out on the water and your budget. Are you ready? Let’s dive in!
Boat Brand
Benefits
Boston Whaler
Wide range of models, excellent build quality, unsinkable boats, great resale value, 15 consecutive CSIA awards, 7 NMMA Innovation awards over the last decade.
Bertram
Focused range of refined models, long service life, high build quality, loyal following, holds value well in the secondary market, produces spares for older models.
Chaparral
Wide range of models, popular brand, good balance of affordability and performance, high search volume online, Boat Trader Boating Madness tournament participant.
Chris-Craft
Established brand since 1874, revered watercraft, Boat of the Year award (2014), elegant design, good resale value in the pre-owned market.
Wellcraft
Hand-built boats, high-quality standards, four models for specific use, excellent features and performance, high safety standards, top-quality finishes.
Grady-White
High-quality expresses, center consoles, dual-consoles, impeccable customer service, excellent build quality and design, several industry awards, good resale value.
Lund
Nearly 75 years of experience, high-quality aluminum watercraft, customer satisfaction, NMMA Innovation Award (2020), affordable range of models.
MasterCraft
Sports-specific models for wakeboarding or skiing, 5-year MasterCare warranty, transferable warranty, five innovation awards in the last six years.
Sea Ray
Award-winning boats, wide range of models, good balance of performance, luxury, and value, popular among dealers, frequently listed among top 100 dealers.
Yamaha
Trusted brand, wide range of models, innovative technology, high build-quality, performance and reliability, good resale value, recently branched out to fishing boats.
Tracker
Popular fishing boat brand, exceptional pontoon boats, Sun Tracker model, NMMA CSI award winner for six consecutive years, 5-year transferable warranty, limited lifetime warranty on frame.
Viking Yachts
Luxury vessel options, excellent build quality and performance, great resale value, wide range of motor yacht and fishing boat designs.
Bayliner
Popular entry-level boating brand, affordable watercraft, 60-year legacy in building high-quality boats, trusted reputation in the United States and worldwide.
Boston Whaler
If you’re looking for the best boat brand available, then we have to say that Boston Whaler is one of the leading brands at the top of the heap. Boston Whaler offers you a wide range of models and lengths, with boats anywhere from 11′ to 42′ and 38 models to choose from for your preferred activities.
Whether you’re keen on fishing , watersports , or you want a watercraft suitable as an all-rounder, Boston Whaler has the boat for you. The brand has a 60-year legacy as one of the best boat-building brands in the world, with a reputation for manufacturing “unsinkable” boats.
While the build quality in Boston Whaler watercraft is nothing short of excellent, there are plenty of other boat brands out there that offer you the same level of design and performance , so why go with BW over others?
One of the main reasons we recommend you get a BW is the brand’s excellent retention of its resale value. Boats depreciate in value like cars, but Boston Whaler vessels seem to hold their retail value better than many other brands.
Take a look in the pre-owned market, and you’ll find that a 24-footer that’s in good condition at around a $60,000 price point. An 18-footer could retail in pre-owned condition for as much as $25,000. That’s almost the same retail price as a new model.
BW has an excellent industry reputation, and they boast an astounding 15 consecutive CSIA awards, with seven NMMA Innovation awards over the last decade.
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Bertram is another leading boat brand with an excellent range and world-class build quality. If you drive into a marina, you’re likely to see more than a few of the legendary Bertram 35 models floating in the slips.
Bertram doesn’t offer you the extensive range of models that you get with Boston Whaler. Instead, it focuses its energy on refining its three models, the 35, 50, and 61. As a result, you get a boat engineered to perfection, offering you the best balance of performance and efficiency, with long service life and high build quality.
This iconic boatbuilder won the Boat Trader “Boating Madness” customer popularity showdown, showing a huge loyal following for the brand.
While Bertram reduced its range of boats to just three models, you can find plenty of the older 28 and 31 models available on the pre-owned market, and Bertram still produces spares for these models. Like BW, Bertram boats also hold their value in the secondary market.
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Chaparral is one of the most popular boating brands in the world. Pull into a marina, and you’re likely to see more than a few of the legendary 257 SSX waiting to go out to sea. Chaparral has a wide range of models, from bowriders to bay boats and dedicated watersports and cruiser models in lengths from 19′ to 33′.
The balance of affordability and performance offered with the Chaparral range makes it one of the best-selling brands in the world. The brand scored big in the Boat Trader Boating Madness tournament, and it’s one of the most searched boating brands online.
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Chris-Craft
Chris-Craft is one of the more established boat brands in the market. Founded in 1874, the company has nearly a century and a half of building some of the most revered watercraft in the business. The Chris-Craft Corsair 34 is a great example of a top model from this brand.
The Chris-Craft Launch 36 won the award for Boat of the Year in 2014, and it’s one of the brand’s top-selling models. You get a combination of the best characteristics of a cruiser, with an open-plan and elegant design.
The new models from the brand, like the Chris-Craft Catalina 26, are an example of a class-leading boat with outstanding design and build quality. The range doesn’t hold its resale value as well as BW or Bertram, but they do better than most other brands in the pre-owned market.
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Wellcraft is a leading manufacturing brand in boats, with an excellent reputation.
You get plenty of features and excellent performance from all the boats in the Wellcraft range. The Wellcraft 352 Fisherman is our choice for one of the best-dedicated fishing boats available. If you want to get out for some angling in deep waters or on the lake, this model is a top choice.
Boat owners choose Wellcraft boats for simplistic operation, high safety standards, and top-quality finishes.
Wellcraft hand-builds its boats to the highest quality standards, with four models in its range. Wellcraft gives you options for its Sportsman, Coastal, Scarab, and Fisherman models for specific use out on the water.
The Coastal is an express cruiser offering you world-class features and a level of luxury that satisfies the most demanding needs for any boating enthusiast. The 290 Coastal is one of the top-selling boats in Florida, and you’ll find them in almost every marina across the state’s coastline.
Wellcraft also excels in its Fisherman range, producing a range of boats for sports-specific fishing offshore or in inland waters.
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Grady-White
Grady-White is another leading global boat brand worthy of a place in this review. The brand has an excellent reputation for building top-of-the-line expresses, center consoles, along with dual-consoles like the Freedom 307 model.
Grady-White has an impeccable customer service and satisfaction record and one of the industry’s best reputations for build quality and design. The brand also has several industry awards, including the J.D. Power and Associates, Marine Matrix, and NMMA CSI awards.
Like Boston Whaler, Grady-White has one of the best resale values on the pre-owned market .
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Lund also deserves a spot on this list. The boating brand has one of the best industry names in the game, and the Lund Pro Guide is an excellent example of one of the flagship models from this manufacturing brand.
Founded in 1948, Lund has nearly 75-years of experience building high-quality aluminum watercraft. The brand frequently tops the rankings in customer service and satisfaction surveys, winning an NMMA Innovation Award in 2020, with BoatU.S. Magazine nominating the brand as “Best Boat For Your Money.”
Lund offers you a high-quality design and excellent performance in an affordable package. You get a complete range of models, from Jon boats to sports-specific, fishing, and pontoon models.
MasterCraft
If you’re looking for a sports-specific model for wakeboarding or skiing , MasterCraft is an affordable and reliable boating brand.
MasterCraft earned the 6th place ranking on the Ranker Boat Brand rating system, and it’s the winner of five innovation awards in the last six years, making it a thoughtful and functional design.
We like the brand’s industry-leading 5-year “MasterCare” warranty offered on all its boats. You get full cover for any problems with your boat, and the warranty is also transferable when selling the vessel in the pre-owned market.
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Sea Ray is another leading manufacturing brand deserving of a place on our list. Sea Ray produces award-winning boats in several categories, and it lands at the top of the list on Ranker, and it’s a dealer’s top choice in boating brands.
Sea Ray has headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee. The brand manufacturers 40 boat models available in different lengths. You get boats ranging from 19′ bow-riders to 65′ luxury power yachts. Some of the top-selling models in the range include the Sundancer, a luxury cabin cruiser, and its “L-Class,” standing for “Luxury.
When it comes to a brand delivering top levels of performance, luxury, and value, you can’t beat Sea Ray. Sea Ray boat dealers frequent the Boating Industry’s Top-100 dealers list more than any other boat manufacturing brand.
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Yamaha is one of the most trusted brands in watercraft., The company has a huge range, offering you everything from sports-specific models to PWCs . The AR190 model is a top-selling sports boat with an excellent industry reputation as one of the best models available for its price, performance, and value.
Yamaha produces the best range of jet-powered watercraft available, with innovative technology and a build-quality that you would expect from a leading Japanese manufacturing brand. The brand frequently lands at the top of customer satisfaction surveys for boats in the 19′ to 24′ range.
They are a top-searched boat brand online, and they hit #8 on the Ranker list. You get any model you could want from Yamaha, from bowriders and bay boats to dedicated watersports models for skiing and fishing. Yamaha builds its reputation around performance and reliability, and they hold its value in the secondary market.
While they previously had a reputation as a sports-specific brand, the company recently branched out into the world of fishing boats, offering you a pair of jet-powered center console models that are a ground-breaking innovation in fishing boat design.
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Tracker is one of the most popular fishing boat brands on the market. The company also produces an exceptional line of pontoon boats , making them a great choice for anyone looking for a dedicated fishing vessel, dive boat, or party boat.
The Sun Tracker model is one of the best-selling ranges in pontoon boats, and they have several awards, including winning the NMMA CSI award for the last six consecutive years. This brand specializes in dedicated fishing vessels and utility boats, and it’s a great choice for an all-aluminum model.
Tracker gives you a 5-year warranty on all its boats, and the warranty is transferable into the secondary market. You also get a limited lifetime warranty on the frame for peace of mind.
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Viking Yachts
Viking Yachts are a great choice if you’re looking for a luxury vessel . The Viking 68C is the flagship model from the brand and an indicator of what you can expect from Viking’s build quality and performance.
While Viking is an expensive brand, they make up for the high price tags on their vessels with outstanding build-quality, performance, and an excellent resale value on the secondary market. These boats are nothing short of beautiful to behold, but they are hard to find due to the high price tag associated with all models in the Viking range.
Viking manufactures yachts from 37′ to 93′ feet, and you have options for motor yacht and fishing boat designs.
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Bayliner is one of the most popular entry-level boating brands on the market. They have a huge following, and you’ll probably see these boats at any marina you visit on either coast of the United States and around the Gulf of Mexico.
The Bayliner 2021 VR5 Bowrider is the companies flagship model, and the industry-standard all bowriders musty match if they want to gain recognition in the market. With a 60-year legacy in building high-quality, affordable watercraft, Bayliner has a trusted reputation in the United States and worldwide as a leading manufacturing brand.
The VR Series is a legendary range, offering you a high-performance bowrider suitable for use inland and offshore.
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Yacht and Boat Makes - Boat Building & Design and Companies.
Here's the BIG LIST of motor yacht and sailing yacht designers and building companies in operation throughout the world. The LIST is a work in progress as there are so many companies to add. If you know of a company please feel free to contact us to let us know.
Use the links to get more details about each boat make or yacht builder, as well as to view some of the actual boats the company has made.
There is also another list of luxury superyacht building companies and designers here .
ABD Aluminum Yachts.
Abeking and Rasmussen - Abeking & Rasmussen is a yacht building company that has created many beautiful luxury yachts. Abeking & Rasmussen currently produces classic, performance and cruising sailing yachts from varying materials, as well as larger 50m plus luxury motor yachts. Admiral Yachts. - Catamarans.
Alloy Yachts , New Zealand. - Alloy Yachts famous superyachts and luxury yachts. Sailinfg yachts include Salperton, Georga and Tiara, Alloy is also beginning to build luxury power & motor yachts.
Amels , Holland.
Amels is a yacht builder which is based in the Netherlands with the capacity to build large luxury super motor yachts. The construction of nearly 30 superyachts since 1981 has made Amels a respected force in custom yacht building. Amels produces fully customised luxury yachts up to 100 meters and applies advanced research and thorough testing, and wins many awards along the way. Azimut Yachts . - Builder of flybridge super yacht & boats upto 230 feet, Italy boats.
Bartlett Marine Limited. - luxury motor yachts and sailboats, New Zealand Cabo Yachts. - Luxury sport fishing yachts. Canaveral Custom Boats. - Custom boat builder. Chris Craft Boats. - Extensive range of motor yachts, launches, and bowriders, USA. Crosswater. - Cruising power catamaran, Virginia, USA. Dalla Pieta. - luxury pleasure yachts and sailboats, Italy. Delcat Catamarans. - Delcat1350 power catamaran, Melbourne, Australia. Della Pasqua - Luxury motor yachts, open and flybridge boats, Italy. Dettling Yacht Company. - Builds motor yachts & fast express cruisers. Dolman Yachts International. - luxury motor yachts. Dyna Yachts. - Sail and motor yachts & high speed ribs, Greece. Egg Harbor Yachts. - Sport yachts up to 60', USA Endeavour Catamarans. - Builder of cruising catamaran, & multihull sailing & motor yachts, USA. Excalibur Boats International. - Sealord range of flybridge cruisers. from the UK Ferretti Group . - Builds six different types of luxury motor yachts. Grand Banks Yachts. - Grand Banks trawler style yachts. Grand Harbour Motor Yachts. - Builds Pilothouse fiberglass motor yachts from 57' to 80', Florida USA. Gulf Craft. - luxury megayachts and private cruisers, high quality boats. Hakvoort Shipyards. - Dutch builder of superyachts, sail & motor boats, Holland. Liberty Yachts. - High quality boats including such as rugged offshore cruising boats, to a 60 foot motor yacht. Mares International - High performance catamarans to 90 feet, designed In New Zealand and built in the USA. McConaghy - Performance racing and cruising yachts and advanced carbon fiber composites for yachting, Australia boat builder. Millennium Super Yachts - Builders of custom yachts eg Octopussy, Moonraker and Thunderball, to name a few. Florida USA Morgan Yachts. - Luxury motor yachts up to 60 meters in length. San Juan Yachts. - high-end 38' and 48' composite yachts. usa Scarano Boat. - excursion vessels, both power and sail. Found in New York USA. Sceptre Marine. - pilothouse cruising yachts and sail boats. Seahorse Marine - passagemakers, trawler yachts, and motorsailers, China. Sensation Yachts - Superyachts & sailing yachts and superyachts, Aluminium, steel and composite, to 51m, New Zealand. Shannon Yachts - semi-custom sailing and performance power motor yachts. Shipworks. - Superyacht builders & Custom built to 100m / 1500 tonne, Brisbane Australia. Shipyard Mulder. - motor yachts to 27 meters, Voorschoten, Holland Silhouette Yachts. - Siltala Yachts. - nauticat range of ketch motorsailers and pilothouse sailing yachts, Finland. Silverton Marine. - Millville, New Jersey. Sterling Power Boats. - Florida, USA. Sunseeker . - United Kingdom builder of world famous modern & Stylish Sunseeker motoryachts & boats. Symbol Yachts. - pilothouse, trawlers and motor yacht in Taiwan, ROC. Tania Yachts. - pilothouse model of the Grand Alaskan yacht,Taiwan. Thai-Kiwi Marine. - steel and fiberglass boats and of osmosis in older fiberglass boats, Thailand. Tiara Yachts. - luxury powerboats and motor yachts, a rich boat building history. Tiffany Yachts. - sportfisherman, motor yachts and trawler, USA Tomco Marine Group. - pleasure trawlers modern coastal cruiser design. Topper Hermanson Boat building. - sail and power vessels, steel and aluminium from 35 feet and up, USA. Trinity Yachts . - custom superyachts, USA. Trinity Yachts is a luxury motor yacht building company which is centrally located on the Gulf Coast of The United States. Trinity has earned its place as one of the world's elite builders of custom superyachts. The company has an emphasis on European quality, steel and aluminum constructions and they create truly custom yachts. Valiant. - Cruising sailboats from Bob Perry, built on a semi-custom basis, located in Texas USA. Vaudrey Miller - of custom sail and motor yachts, New Zealand custom boats. Viking Marine. - Turkish builders of many types of luxury motor yachts. Viking Sport Cruisers. - Yacht builders of motor yachts, New Jersey USA. Viking Yachts. - convertible, open and sports yachts to 72 feet, New Jersey. Waterline Yachts. - steel sailing and motor yachts in Canada. Wilbur Yachts - custom yachts to 70 ft. Winning Yachts - semi-displacement catamarans, Queensland, Australia.
How To Find Your Yacht Make And Model?
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The hull identification number (HIN) is a label that contains information about the boat’s build date and model year. It can be found imprinted on the hull of the boat in the Hull Identification Number or HIN code. To find the MAKE and MODEL number, first look for the HIN. This information can be found in the NMMA plate, which provides details about the boat’s manufacturer, maximum horsepower, passenger capacity, and more.
To find the Boat Price Checker tool, search for the Manufacturers Index Code (MIC), hull number, or builder name in the worldwide database. The Boat Price Checker tool offers accurate, real-time pricing information for various boat makes. The first group of three characters is the Manufacturers Index Code (MIC), followed by the next group of five digits representing the boat’s serial number.
The typemodel and year the boat was built can be found imprinted on the hull of the boat in the Hull Identification Number or HIN code. If you have the registrations, they will be on them. Look for the HIN in the upper right corner of the transom (on the outside).
The Superyacht Directory can help you search by yacht type, breaking down results into motor yachts, sailing yachts, explorer yachts, or classic yachts. True modelers strive to create replicas of the original in every detail, with every part correctly proportioned.
Prestige creates yachts sized for cruising, from 12 to over 20 meters, drawing on their rich experience in design and engineering. The M-Line offers a new world of harmony. The Boat Finder Tool helps you find the boat type that’s right for you, including fishing boats, pontoons, and yacht models like RJ Models. Discover the Pershing fleet of luxury sports yachts for a unique experience steeped in style, elegance, and exclusivity.
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In any case, start by checking the cosmetic condition of hull and deck, including gelcoat or paint. Also look for evidence of structural damage such as impact damage, or significant cracks in high stress areas, including chainplates, deck fittings, the hull-deck joint and so on.
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Mark Zuckerberg’s new yacht, Launchpad, is enjoying its summer debut. The megayacht recently stopped in Mallorca and has since ventured further into the Mediterranean. It looks like Zuckerberg may dethrone Jeff Bezos as king of this year’s superyacht season.
While the Amazon founder made waves last year with the debut of his megayacht Koru, Zuckerberg is the name on the yacht world’s lips this season.
By May, the transaction seemed all but confirmed when both the yacht and Zuckerberg made their way to Panama to celebrate his 40th birthday with a fete that included a few spins on his infamous hydrofoil.
Now that summer is here, Zuckerberg has debuted Launchpad —and her support superyacht Wingman — on the biggest stage in the yachting world: the Mediterranean.
Is there an app to identify yachts?
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There’s no need to call to find prices and terms and negotiate – we’ve done all that for you. We’ve hand-picked a fleet of the highest quality private & luxury yachts and the best crews to give you the best yacht charter experience imaginable.
Once you create your YachtLife profile, you’ll be able to browse our entire global yacht charter fleet. You can always ask a question or call for further information on any yacht. Reserve a luxury yacht for your desired date, duration, pickup time, and the number of guests. Our yacht charter specialists will receive your request and confirm your yacht charter.
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How do I find my boat model?
Make, Model and Year. We may need your help confirming the make, model and year of your boat. Who made the boat is often known but the model/type may be a little harder to find especially for a second hand or older boat. The type/model and year the boat was built can be found imprinted on the hull of the boat in the Hull Identification Number or HIN code.
Reading the HIN. Watch this short video to understand HIN codes. If you are still unsure check with the repairer who can interpret the HIN for you.
How do I identify my boat?
How to find out the make and model of a boat?
How do I find a yacht by its name?
You may search Coast Guard Documented Vessels by their names, Hull Identification Numbers or Official Numbers via the CGMIX Coast Guard Port State Information Exchange Database.https://cgmix.uscg.mil/psix/psixsearch.aspx. … https://unitedstatesvessel.us/abstract-of-title/
You may search Coast Guard Documented Vessels by their names, Hull Identification Numbers or Official Numbers via the CGMIX Coast Guard Port State Information Exchange Database.
The search will reveal the Vessel Information (Vessel Name, Official Number, Hull Identification Number, Flag, etc.) the Vessel Particulars (dimensions), Service Information, Tonnage Information and Vessel Documents and Certifications, including the issuance and expiration of the current Certificate of Documentation.
You will not find Personal Identifiable Information (PII) such as the Managing Owner’s name and address on any public database. This information has been removed from public access as of 2018.
How to find a boat manufacturer?
How to Identify Your BoatManufacturer Identification Code (MIC) Entering the MIC into this US Coast Guard database will get you the manufacturer and their location.Hull Serial Number. … Date of Manufacture. … Model Year. … Date of Manufacture. … HIN with Date of Manufacture. … HIN with Model Year.
Since November 1, 1972, federal law requires all boats, including inflatables like rafts, IKs and SUP boards, manufactured in, or imported into, the US to have a unique 12-character identifier called the Hull Identification Number (HIN). This is often referred to as the “boat serial number” or “boat ID number”. The number is usually found in the stern and can be engraved on a plate or stamped into the boat material.
For boats built or imported after August 1, 1984. The system for building the HIN changed after this date. Since most of you will be checking on boats after this date, we’ll cover this first.
Manufacturer Identification Code (MIC). Entering the MIC into this US Coast Guard database will get you the manufacturer and their location.
How do you identify a yacht?
Size. To start, size is one of the most straightforward factors in whether you can call a boat a yacht or not. Yachts tend to be larger than other types of recreational boats, though there isn’t a specific cutoff that makes a hard and fast line between categories. Even so, generally considered point where a boat can start to qualify as a yacht is around thirty-five feet, though they can certainly be longer.
Some yachts will even reach lengths longer than two-hundred feet. In the early days of yachts, people didn’t expect boats to become capable of becoming bigger, and the terms “mega” and “super yachts” came into use as vessels continued to get bigger. Again, the lines between these categories aren’t definitive, but super ones tend to be bigger than their mega counterparts.
Propulsion Operations. While the boats of old relied on sails and rowing to get them around, nowadays that setup tends to only apply to smaller recreational vessels. Motors are more efficient for powering larger boats, so it’s no surprise that yachts come with engines to power them.
How to figure out who owns a yacht?
Using the USCG vessel search, boaters may determine who owns their vessel. Using the USCG Vessel Lookup, you may find the vessel’s registration number and the contact information for the owner(s). The USCG vessel lookup makes it easy to track down the owner of a boat. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know the boat’s registration number; you can still learn more about it. Vessel owners’ names and addresses are available via the USCG’s vessel lookup. When composing a letter to be posted or an email to be sent, you may use this information. Thank you for utilizing the USCG vessel lookup, for whatever reason you choose. The USCG vessel search is an excellent tool for locating the owner of a yacht you’re interested in. Using the USCG vessel lookup service was a pleasure! Here are the benefits of using the Maritime Documentation Center’s online USCG vessel lookup tool:
You Can See If Your Vessel Is Registered and In Good Standing with the USCG.. The United States Coast Guard is widely regarded as one of the essential government departments in charge of the marine sector. The enforcement of federal laws, the performance of rescue operations, the prevention of pollution, the development of safety regulations, the maintenance of navigable waterways, and the provision of source documents such as USCG vessel lookups are all part of their responsibility to ensure the safety and security of America’s waterways. The Maritime Documentation Center is an online recording agency that operates aboard boats and is responsible for maintaining official documentation records. The Marine Documentation Center assists shipowners in ensuring that their vessels comply with USCG regulations by utilizing our online USCG vessel lookup tool to conduct a quick search for a ship’s location data and ownership information. This helps shipowners ensure that their vessels are operating safely and responsibly.
You’ll Be Able to View Your Vessel’s Documentation, Including Insurance Information.. The Maritime Documentation Center (MDC) makes a helpful online vessel search tool available to users. With this service, users can discover more about the ownership of a vessel and current insurance information. The most significant thing is that you don’t need to create an account for this free service to function! You are presented with several options whenever you utilize the search engine. You may examine your vessel’s documentation or your company’s records. If you choose the first option, the information is shown to you immediately; more specifically, it will display the USCG Index number corresponding to your boat. This is perhaps an oversimplification of what the online USCG vessel lookup tool can do for most individuals.
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When narrowing your choices, there are two main yacht types on offer: motor and sail and each type has its unique properties to offer. Traditionally, motor yachts have more space and stability and are a popular choice for families or larger groups, while sailing yachts have the same high levels of luxury but are well suited to those who like ...
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Yamaha. Yamaha is one of the most trusted brands in watercraft., The company has a huge range, offering you everything from sports-specific models to PWCs. The AR190 model is a top-selling sports boat with an excellent industry reputation as one of the best models available for its price, performance, and value.
Yamaha Boats
Starting at $42,799.00. Open bow design, available in 19-foot, 22-foot, and 25-foot lengths. Choose between single or twin 1.9L normally aspirated or 1.8L supercharged Yamaha marine engines. Equipped with Helm Master EX technology and Simrad Electronics, these boats also include a bait livewell, rod holders, rod storage, and a center console ...
Boat makes and models types and builds, yachts sailing, power or motor
Viking Yachts. - convertible, open and sports yachts to 72 feet, New Jersey. Waterline Yachts. - steel sailing and motor yachts in Canada. Wilbur Yachts. - custom yachts to 70 ft. Winning Yachts. - semi-displacement catamarans, Queensland, Australia. A list of boat makes models types and builds, sailing, power and motor.
How To Find Your Yacht Make And Model?
Make, Model and Year. We may need your help confirming the make, model and year of your boat. Who made the boat is often known but the model/type may be a little harder to find especially for a second hand or older boat. The type/model and year the boat was built can be found imprinted on the hull of the boat in the Hull Identification Number ...
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Handmade. All our custom models are made by highly skilled craftsmen. Our crew has great experience in building custom boat models for Private Owners, Yacht Designers and Shipyards. Model of any vessel, from any period can be commissioned thanks to our long experience building one of a kind custom models.
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Powered primarily by outboard engines, this type of boat offers both tiller and remote steering options. Bass boats have low, sleek profiles and are built to fish with two or three anglers on board. The minimum length of bass boats starts with 16 feet and can go up to 26 feet. These boats are popular in coastal areas where sea trout and redfish ...
Photo via Hunt Yachts. Hunt Yachts has quite a history, beginning with the development of the deep-V hullform by Raymond Hunt back in 1960. Today their line includes four motor yachts, the 56, 63, 68, and 76. All but the 56 (which is a sedan-style motor yacht) have flying bridges, open aft cockpits, and a traditional downeast look to them.
2019 Sunseeker motor yacht, 131′ (40.2 m), (US$22,650,789). View the listing. One of the largest UK yacht builders, Sunseeker mainly manufactures its vessels in Poole, Dorset. Four superyacht models (ranging from 116-161 ft.) secure Sunseeker's place in the niche of large and extravagant vessels.
21. Sunreef. Sunreef 49m Power. Leading the world of catamaran yacht brands, the company produces its signature models, 60 to 100 feet vessels, along with the supreme models and the 150-210 feet power trimarans superyachts. Their shipyard is located in Gdansk, Poland, a seafaring city rich in naval building traditions.
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2024 Premier Motor Yacht Buying Guide. July 7, 2024. By YATCO. Boat Types, FAQ, Motor Yacht. Welcome to our definitive Motor Yacht Guide, your go-to resource for everything you need to know about motor yachts. Owning a motor yacht is more than a purchase; it's a lifestyle choice that epitomizes luxury, performance, and adventure on the open seas.
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Nordhavn 96. The Nordhavn 96 is the yacht builder's second-largest yacht its 17-model fleet, which ranges from 41 to 120 feet length overall. (There is a new 112 on the drawing table.) The builder says the N96 is based on its earlier 86-footer with a 10-foot cockpit extension, which increases both main-deck, skylounge and below-deck volume.
The Symphony, Madame Gu, Musashi, and Anna are all among the longest yachts ever built at the time of their completion. The company is currently working on nine new superyachts to be delivered by 2021. If you are looking for a quality yacht builder, Feadship is an excellent choice. 4.
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The Superyacht Directory. The Superyacht Directory is the world's largest database of private luxury yachts, with over 12,000 megayachts listed. It's the most authoritative place to find everything you need to know about superyachts - including new builds, historic vessels and the most famous boats of all time.
In some new boat displays, 'SOLD' signs could be seen on every single model on display. Manufacturers, yacht dealers, and boaters alike all complained about the lack of available inventory - both new and used - with many wait times for new builds 18 months out or more. Fueled by shortages in materials and microchips, along with the incredible ...
Galeon 400 Fly. The Galeon 400 Fly made its FLIBS debut in Fort Lauderdale in October 2021 just in time for buyers looking for a new sleek family yacht for the 2022 season. The highlight of this boat is what the builder calls "beach mode" - innovative side balconies on either side of the cockpit that fold out to create massive amounts of ...
Best Runabout Boat Brands. Runabout boats make excellent day boats or even tenders to larger superyachts. Some runabouts may have a small cabin and head onboard, but they are usually just for day trips. You'll come across a wide variety of respectable runabout boat companies like Chaparral, Chris-Craft, Cruisers Yachts and Riva.
The Sunseeker story began in 1969 when entrepreneurial brothers Robert and John Braithwaite pursued their boat-building passion. Today, we are the leading brand for luxury performance motor yachts. With seven yacht ranges, we offer the most diverse product portfolio in the world. Each with its own personality, our yachts are engineered with the ...
YachtWorld contains the largest photo and video database of boats and yachts for sale. With a wide range of new boats and used boats, power boats and sailboats, YachtWorld has the largest selection of boats and yachts in the world.Boat listings on YachtWorld are provided by subscribing member yacht brokers and new boat dealers from North America and the rest of the world.
Specs Guide. Boatlist provides detailed specification information on every brand, make, and model in our dealer's inventories. Search through Boatlist's extensive dealer inventories all around the United States and Canada. Our Spec Guide gives you the ability to search by type, manufacturer, make, model, year, and most popular models.
When narrowing your choices, there are two main yacht types on offer: motor and sail and each type has its unique properties to offer. Traditionally, motor yachts have more space and stability and are a popular choice for families or larger groups, while sailing yachts have the same high levels of luxury but are well suited to those who like ...
Yamaha. Yamaha is one of the most trusted brands in watercraft., The company has a huge range, offering you everything from sports-specific models to PWCs. The AR190 model is a top-selling sports boat with an excellent industry reputation as one of the best models available for its price, performance, and value.
Starting at $42,799.00. Open bow design, available in 19-foot, 22-foot, and 25-foot lengths. Choose between single or twin 1.9L normally aspirated or 1.8L supercharged Yamaha marine engines. Equipped with Helm Master EX technology and Simrad Electronics, these boats also include a bait livewell, rod holders, rod storage, and a center console ...
Viking Yachts. - convertible, open and sports yachts to 72 feet, New Jersey. Waterline Yachts. - steel sailing and motor yachts in Canada. Wilbur Yachts. - custom yachts to 70 ft. Winning Yachts. - semi-displacement catamarans, Queensland, Australia. A list of boat makes models types and builds, sailing, power and motor.
Make, Model and Year. We may need your help confirming the make, model and year of your boat. Who made the boat is often known but the model/type may be a little harder to find especially for a second hand or older boat. The type/model and year the boat was built can be found imprinted on the hull of the boat in the Hull Identification Number ...
Handmade. All our custom models are made by highly skilled craftsmen. Our crew has great experience in building custom boat models for Private Owners, Yacht Designers and Shipyards. Model of any vessel, from any period can be commissioned thanks to our long experience building one of a kind custom models.