Apollonian 52 - APOLLONIAN FOR SALE

Fresh to market and ready to tour on South Lake Union in Seattle, this brand-new 2025 52’ Pilothouse motor yacht is our in-stock offering at the Crow’s Nest Yachts dock. Commissioned during 2024, it represents the final build available at 2024 pricing with all duties settled—an exceptional opportunity on a fully outfitted luxury yacht expected to maintain strong resale value. A refined pilothouse cruiser with flybridge, it blends bluewater poise with effortless handling and elegant comfort.

Performance and equipment are thoroughly sorted. Upgraded twin Cummins QSB 6.7 engines at 480 hp each deliver an effortless 18-knot cruise, while a 13.5 kW generator powers hotel loads for extended coastal cruising. Navigation is anchored by a full Garmin electronics suite complemented by a sleek black Fantom radar, with a pair of 14-inch Samsung tablets at the bridge for versatile helm displays. On deck, an Ollson Manufacturing 1,000 lb crane davit with power rotation makes tender handling simple, and a comprehensive canvas package—including a windshield cover, bridge and aft-deck seat covers, and a robust bimini framed in 1.5-inch stainless—keeps everything protected and polished. This 52-foot flybridge cruiser is a turnkey, bluewater-capable luxury motor yacht—an ideal Pacific Northwest family cruiser and coastal explorer for discerning owners seeking a premium stock vessel at a compelling value.

About Apollonian Yachts

Observing a gap in the market for attainable, newly built pilothouse yachts, the team at Apollonian Yachts seized the opportunity to deliver a three-stateroom motoryacht with a true raised pilothouse. Conceived by renowned naval architect Howard Apollonio in partnership with seasoned offshore powerboater and longtime yacht salesman Vic Parcells, these yachts blend modern technology with practical elegance. Howard’s previous designs have been constructed in the United States, Canada, Holland, Taiwan, and China by Christensen, Westport, Diaship/Heesen, Hampton/Regency, Cheoy Lee, West Bay/SonShip, Queenship/Caribe, McKinna, Heisley, Rayburn, and Canoe Cove, among others. Today, he lends his name to a remarkable line of raised pilothouse motoryachts purpose-built to meet the cruising needs of owners in the USA, Canada, and around the world at an attainable price point. Every element is meticulously considered—from brand-new tooling to state-of-the-art contemporary construction. Built to Howard’s exacting standards, the main deck is a single, continuous component uniting the transom, outer stairwell, cockpit, salon floor, the internal stairway from salon to pilothouse, and the pilothouse itself. Deck and hull are executed in closed-cell cored, vacuum-bagged, infused fiberglass with vinyl ester resin, a method that reduces weight while elevating strength and longevity. After years of planning and refinement, the first boats arrived in North America in 2020, and the design immediately resonated: fast, efficient, smooth-running hulls paired with remarkable interior volume and accommodations more often found on far larger yachts. Each launch proudly carries Howard’s signature and satisfies Vic’s unwavering standards.

The 52 pilothouse

The inaugural Apollonian is a 52’ pilothouse with a 16’ 10” beam and wide walk‑arounds, conceived to maximize liveability and ease of movement. Aft of the fully appointed galley lies a generous salon and dinette, while below are three capacious staterooms and two heads, complemented by a convenient day head adjacent to the pilothouse. The time-honored raised pilothouse arrangement proves its worth in comfort and everyday functionality, and the interior glows with rich American cherry, including book-matched burled cabinet tops. The galley is fitted with household-sized stainless steel appliances and abundant storage. Accommodations comprise a full-beam master suite with queen berth and ensuite head, a large VIP stateroom with queen berth and direct access to its ensuite, and a third cabin with twin bunks. A full-size washer and separate dryer are thoughtfully placed in the cabin-deck foyer. An internal floating stairway leads to an expansive open flybridge with a second helm, an al fresco dining table with seating, wet bar, and electric BBQ, plus ample space aft to lounge or stow a RIB; a large sun pad completes the bridge-deck comforts. Below, the clean, uncluttered engine room offers exemplary access. Twin 425 hp Cummins engines are standard, delivering an easy 15–17+ knot cruise; the Cummins 6.7 is available in 425/480/550 hp ratings (with 480 hp on the 2025 stock vessel) for higher speeds when desired. Purchase includes an extensive one-year new-boat warranty together with worldwide Cummins factory engine coverage.

Quality & performance

Apollonian Yachts are not merely finely finished and richly equipped; they are engineered for rugged reliability and lasting strength. In harmony with the robust hull form, engines are positioned within the hull to optimize performance and reduce cabin noise, aided by twin aluminum fuel tanks running athwartships ahead of the engines to form a sound-dividing bulkhead. The result is advantageous weight distribution and a low center of gravity for superior seakeeping. The Apollonian 52 employs ZF2.5/1 gears, straight 2 1/2” stainless steel shafts with PYI/PSS dripless shaft seals, bronze I‑struts with cutlass bearings, and 30x24 NiBrAL four‑bladed propellers. A low shaft angle under ten degrees boosts performance and efficiency by sending power directly to the wheels without the torque losses associated with additional gearing in pods or V‑drives. Close‑quarters handling is assured with a standard Vetus bow thruster working in concert with the twin engines and shaft drives, while traditional shafts deliver consistent performance, proven reliability, and lower lifecycle costs than pods and joysticks. Practicality extends to serviceability: the Apollonian 52 drive system can be maintained at virtually any boatyard worldwide without special fluids, filters, or proprietary hardware demanded by certain pod systems. In debris‑strewn waters such as the Pacific Northwest, shafts, struts, and props are simpler and more cost‑effective to repair or replace than pods. The bright, spacious engine room is laid out for effortless access to machinery and systems. Equipment includes an Onan 13.5 kW generator, a Magnum Energy 2800 Watt inverter, Mastervolt 12‑75‑3 and 12‑40‑3 battery chargers, Racor 900 filters on the mains, and a Racor 500 on the generator, along with fuel tank sight gauges, easily reached bronze through‑hull valves, and transparent‑bowl sea strainers on the mains, generator, and air‑conditioning intakes.

An exceptional value

Where others inflate price through options, Apollonian builds value in from the start. The 52 arrives truly turnkey, with a deluxe Garmin electronics suite valued at $38,000 that includes a Phantom radar, autopilot with remote, AIS, VHF, electronic charts, and twin 16” 8616 MFD displays complemented by two 11” repeaters on the flybridge. Notable standard features continue with a Lewmar electric windlass, anchor and complete ground tackle, an inverter, an AGM 8D battery system, an electric bow thruster on its own AGM battery bank, reverse‑cycle heat and air throughout, canvas covers for exterior furniture, Samsung flat‑screen TVs paired with a Bose surround sound system, and much more. Equipment that would tally roughly $100,000 in options on comparable boats is included on the Apollonian 52, amplifying the value beyond its price tag. Moreover, the 2025 stock vessel incorporates the upgrades listed above, elevating that value even further. Thoughtful design and equipment choices, refined by years of boating and design experience, produce a modern, efficient cruiser with the quality components and luxurious accommodations discerning owners demand. Step aboard and you will immediately appreciate the exceptional quality, comfort, and value that Apollonian Yachts delivers.

Highlights

A full‑beam master stateroom anchors a layout with three cabins and three heads, yet the yacht still fits most 50’ slips. Garmin electronics are included, and she cruises confidently at 18 knots. Daily life is effortless with a convenient day head, a fully equipped galley, and a separate full‑size washer and dryer, while the expansive flybridge—with crane and davits—invites long afternoons aloft.

Basic specifications

LOA is 52’ 0” with a beam of 16’ 10”, delivering impressive volume within a footprint that fits most marinas. Draft is approximately 3’ 3”, with a maximum draft of 3’ 6”, and maximum bridge clearance is 18’ 8”. Displacement is approximately 50,000 lbs. Fuel capacity is 500 gallons, freshwater capacity is 200 gallons, with holding tanks of 80 gallons each for blackwater and greywater. Power is upgraded to twin Cummins QSB 6.7 engines at 480 hp, driving straight shafts, and the yacht cruises at 18 knots. Ship’s power is supported by an Onan 13.5 kW generator and reverse‑cycle heat and air throughout.

Basic walkthrough

Forward on deck, a dedicated chain locker serves the ground tackle. Inside, the forward stateroom features an island queen berth, followed aft to port by a head with separate shower. Descending a few steps brings you to a starboard guest stateroom opposite a locker housing a full‑size washer and separate dryer. A further short descent reveals the full‑beam master stateroom with a queen berth and a head with shower to starboard. Steps lead up to the raised pilothouse with a single captain’s chair and a dinette; to starboard is the day head and to port the fully equipped galley. Steps then carry you down to the salon, which opens through a door to the cockpit, and from there steps rise to the flybridge and boat deck. The transom incorporates an integral swim platform with an integral swim step for effortless access to the water.

Accommodations

Three cabins and three heads define a layout made for extended cruising. The full‑beam master offers a queen berth, an ensuite head with shower, and an updated hanging locker. The VIP forward features a V‑berth queen with access to a shared ensuite. The third cabin provides twin bunk beds. All heads are electric freshwater flush; a day head is located off the pilothouse, and two heads with showers serve the cabin deck.

Electronics & navigation

Command comes easily with twin Garmin 8616 MFDs, a GPS chartplotter, depthsounder/fishfinder, autopilot, radar, AIS, and VHF. The flybridge benefits from two Android tablet MFD repeaters, while a precision compass and a fully upgraded Cummins gauge package round out the helm.

Ground tackle

The bow is equipped with a stainless steel claw anchor served by 250’ of 3/8” chain on a Lewmar 12VDC windlass. Four fenders and four mooring lines are supplied for secure docking. On the boat deck, an Olsson Manufacturing RB 2/3 crane davit with 1,000 lb capacity and powered rotation handles tender operations with ease.

Cabin/galley

Entertaining and provisioning are effortless with stainless steel appliances, including a Summit four‑burner AC electric range/oven and 11.6 cu ft of refrigeration, plus a microwave, dishwasher, and trash compactor. An efficient U‑Line ice maker keeps drinks perfectly chilled. Laundry needs are met by a full‑size washer and separate dryer. Entertainment is anchored by a Bose sound bar and three Samsung smart LCD televisions, one cleverly concealed on a lift in the salon.

Engines

Power is delivered by two inboard direct‑drive Cummins QSB 6.7 diesel engines rated at 480 hp each (2025 model year), for a combined 960 hp. Thrust is translated through four‑blade alloy propellers to straight shafts for confident, efficient cruising.

Vessel systems

Critical systems are specified for reliability and redundancy. Bilge management includes electric and manual bilge pumps. Potable water is carried in a fiberglass tank integral to the hull, heated by a Seaward HF2200 20‑gallon AC electric water heater, and pressurized by a Walrus HQ400AC electric pump with a Jabsco 12VDC pressure pump in support. Sanitation features three fresh‑water electric heads feeding fiberglass black‑ and grey‑water holding tanks, each with built‑in discharge pumps and deck pump‑out fittings. Battery charging is handled by Mastervolt 12‑75‑3 and 12‑40‑3 units. The battery suite comprises two 8D‑12VDC‑280Ah AGM batteries, four 4D‑12VDC‑200Ah AGM batteries, and one 12VDC‑160AH unit. Electrical distribution includes a 12VDC system with a salon panel featuring an ammeter, voltmeter, main breaker, and branch breakers, plus 12V DC‑160 amp alternators on each engine; the 120VAC system provides a salon distribution panel with main breaker, ammeter, volt‑meter, polarity indicator, GFCI‑protected outlets, a 50 Amp shore‑power inlet, and a ground‑fault transformer. Generation and conversion are entrusted to an Onan 13.5 MDKDK/L/M/N generator (#A190488553) rated at 13.5 kW and a Mastervolt CombiMaster 12/3000‑160 (120 V) inverter/charger with remote panel, complemented by a Magnum Energy MagnaSine MS2812 2800 Watt DC‑AC inverter. Climate control is reverse cycle. The fuel system uses two aluminum tanks with a common sight gauge and valves top and bottom, neoprene A1 fuel lines, lever shut‑off valves, Racor 900‑FH remote fuel filters and on‑engine secondary filters for the mains, and a generator Racor 500 MA remote filter with heat shield. Steering is dual‑station Teleflex Sea Star hydraulic, with dual‑station Glendinning electronic engine controls.

Hull & underwater gear

Below the waterline, propulsion is handled by two Hung Shen propellers on bronze I‑struts with cutlass bearings, specified as NiBrAl 30x24 four‑bladed wheels. Propeller shafts are 2‑1/2 inch stainless steel with PYI/PSS dripless seals, turning stainless steel twin rudders. The hull is vacuum‑infused with vinyl ester resins, fully cored, bottom‑painted with anti‑fouling coating, and fitted with underwater exhaust. Corrosion protection is via sacrificial anodes. Trim control is ensured by two Bennett stainless steel tabs, and a Vetus 12VDC bow thruster aids maneuvering. All thru‑hulls are bronze with bronze lever ball‑valve seacocks. Cooling circuits benefit from exterior scoop strainers and engine‑room raw‑water strainers with sight gauges for the mains, generator, and air‑conditioning systems.

Safety equipment

Safety is comprehensive and compliant, featuring PFDs and a throwable device, visual distress flares, handheld fire extinguishers, and an engine‑room fixed system with halon and Fireboy HFC227ea clean agent. A power horn, navigation lights, and required pollution placards are fitted. Bilge security includes Rule 1500 12VDC pumps with float switches, a Gusher‑type diaphragm manual pump, and a high‑water alarm, while an engine‑room blower, CO/smoke alarms, and a swim ladder add further assurance. Navigation rules documentation is carried aboard.