ABORA - Amel FOR SALE

Amel 55 ABORA (2015) – Phuket, Thailand. A privately owned Amel 55 presented in the highly coveted Pack Plus Comfort configuration, this distinguished bluewater cruising yacht was conceived for serious offshore passagemaking and extended liveaboard independence. Marrying the renowned Amel ketch rig with remarkable onboard autonomy and the easy, push-button operation for which the shipyard is celebrated, she embodies the ideal ocean-going, center-cockpit sailing yacht for couples and small crews seeking refined comfort and surefooted capability.

Among discerning offshore sailors, the Amel 55 sits naturally alongside Hallberg-Rassy, Oyster and Discovery as a premium world cruising sailboat. From inception she was engineered for short-handed, all-weather voyaging with protected watchkeeping, simplified sail handling and a steadfast commitment to self-sufficiency at sea, ensuring confident miles under keel whether crossing oceans or exploring remote archipelagos.

Her specification underscores that ambition: the classic Amel ketch plan is paired with electric furling for both mainsail and mizzen, while Reckmann electric furlers manage the genoa and staysail. Propulsion is by a Volvo Penta D3-110 showing 1,296 hours, complemented by an Onan 11 kW generator for hotel loads and a high-capacity Dessalator watermaker producing 240 l/h. Long-range communications are assured through FleetBroadband FB250 and Starlink internet, and close-quarters control is enhanced by an electric bow thruster. Climate control includes air conditioning throughout and Webasto diesel heating for high-latitude comfort. Never chartered and held in private family ownership, ABORA benefits from the owner’s report that all major mechanical systems were serviced in April 2026.

Step aboard and the secure, center cockpit immediately conveys confidence, providing a sheltered helm for offshore conditions. The balanced ketch sail plan and comprehensive electric furling suite keep sail work manageable for a couple, preserving energy on lengthy passages. Below, a thoughtful three-cabin, two-head arrangement blends warm craftsmanship with practical seafaring detail. Generous tankage, robust generator support, a powerful watermaker and comprehensive satellite communications make this luxury cruising ketch particularly well suited to transoceanic routes, off-the-beaten-path anchorages and prolonged autonomy away from marinas.

Her offshore and cruising inventory is equally complete, featuring Starlink connectivity alongside FleetBroadband FB250 and Iridium satellite communications for redundancy and global reach. A Furuno AIS transponder, Furuno radar, B&G H3000 navigation suite and a Furuno NavPilot autopilot form a professional-grade navigation and control package, ensuring precise data, reliable situational awareness and effortless course-keeping on passage.

On deck, push-button sailing is the theme: electric furling for main, mizzen, genoa and staysail works in concert with seven Lewmar electric/manual winches to streamline trimming and reefing. An electric bow thruster aids docking, while a hydraulic gangway offers elegant boarding. The drivetrain features a hydraulic transmission with shaft brake and a folding propeller fitted with a Spurs rope cutter, delivering efficiency under way and protection from fouling. Ground tackle is exemplary, with an electric anchor windlass operated from the cockpit and a secondary electric windlass providing valuable redundancy for bluewater cruising.

Safety and tender operations are well covered, with a Zodiac eight-person liferaft, an AB aluminium-bottom dinghy and a Mercury 9.9 hp outboard included—ideal for shuttling guests ashore or provisioning in distant coves. As a capable passagemaker and luxury liveaboard sailing yacht, ABORA is equipped to depart on short notice and remain self-reliant for extended periods.

Dimensions and capacities highlight her purposeful design: LOA 17.30 m, beam 4.99 m and draft 2.21 m yield a powerful yet easily managed hull form, while a displacement of 24 t contributes to her famously secure motion at sea. Fuel capacity totals 900 l and freshwater capacity 800 l, supporting long-range itineraries. The accommodation plan comprises three cabins and two heads, with mechanicals anchored by the Volvo Penta D3-110 (110 hp) and the dependable Onan 11 kW generator, aligning performance with comfort for a true offshore cruising yacht experience.

Condition reflects careful private family stewardship, with no charter use and sale motivated solely by the owner’s age. The owner advises that in April 2026 all principal mechanical systems were serviced, offering reassurance for buyers planning imminent bluewater adventures.

For those considering alternatives in the premium passagemaker category, natural comparables include the Hallberg-Rassy 57, Oyster 56, Discovery 55, Moody DS54 and Oyster 575, among other high-end offshore cruising yachts. ABORA is currently lying in Phuket, Thailand; viewings are available by appointment. For additional photos and comprehensive details, please enquire.