Generation III Mikelson 45 Sportfisher - MIKELSON FOR SALE

Inspired by the acclaimed Generation II M43 Sportfisher, the all-new Gen III Mikelson 45 elevates the concept with even more refinement and capability. Engineered for strength and seakeeping, it’s built with BTI and Hexcel composite materials, featuring a solid-glass bottom below the waterline and Corecell foam coring above. The result is a Bluewater-ready Sportfisher and Offshore Motor Yacht that thrives on long-range adventures and tournament sportfishing while delivering exceptional onboard comfort.

Its exterior showcases a brilliant white gelcoat and sleek frameless windows, paired with premium stainless deck fittings and a molded, non-skid foredeck. Twin Cummins QSB 6.7L 550HP turbo diesels provide confident speed and notable efficiency, while the systems package includes a 9kW generator, extensive engine-room sound attenuation for hushed operation, and a 27,000 BTU climate-control system to keep every space cool and inviting.

With a spacious flybridge and luxury amenities throughout, this Flybridge Convertible merges performance and elegance in equal measure. Whether cruising offshore or chasing big game, the Gen III M45 is a standout Luxury Yacht and long-range cruiser for owners who demand comfort, capability, and style on every passage.

Description

Drawing from the pedigree of the highly successful Generation II M43 Sportfisher, the new Gen III Mikelson 45 amplifies those refined design hallmarks and adds even more substance and style. Built for durability and performance from BTI and Hexcell fiberglass materials, it features a solid fiberglass hull below the waterline and a Corecell foam core above, creating a structure that shrugs off the rigors of long-range cruising and hard‑charging sportfishing while keeping everyone aboard exceptionally comfortable. The exterior gleams with a polished white gel coat and frameless windows, refined by 316 stainless steel deck hardware and a non-skid molded fiberglass foredeck. Power comes from twin Cummins QSB 6.7L 550HP turbo diesels, delivering impressive speed and efficiency, supported by ZF 280IV transmissions and electronic controls with an integrated synchronizer. Advanced systems include a 9KW generator in a soundshield, comprehensive engine-room sound insulation for quieter running, and a 27,000 BTU air-conditioning system that keeps the climate perfectly dialed. With its massive flybridge and creature comforts that truly set the benchmark, this Gen III M45 is crafted to deliver a superior boating experience—an ideal choice for owners who demand an elegant balance of comfort and performance on the water.

Other info

Under Construction, the Mikelson 45 is specified with BTI and Hexcell fiberglass materials, a solid fiberglass hull below the waterline and a Corecell foam core above, an exterior polished off‑white or white gel coat color, and a Hynautic MS‑1175‑25‑1 hydraulic steering system. The flybridge is protected by a Lexan venturi with stainless supports and frame, while a stainless tube radar arch carries electronics wire runs. All thru‑hulls are installed in solid fiberglass, using marine bronze seawater fittings tied into a protective bonding system. Linear polyurethane painted accent stripes define the profile, complemented by nonskid molded fiberglass foredeck and sidedecks, 316 stainless steel deck hardware, frameless windows, hull bottom epoxy barrier paint and antifouling paint, plus anti‑vibration reinforced athwartship engine‑room webbing stringers for strength and quiet.

Mechanical systems center on twin 6.7L Cummins QSB‑550 Common Rail turbo diesels with ZF 280IV transmissions and electronic engine controls featuring a built‑in engine synchronizer. A 9KW generator in a soundshield supports hotel loads, while engine‑room sound insulation ensures quieter running. Fire safety is addressed by an automatic halon fire‑extinguishing system in the engine room. Fuel is polished through Racor primary fuel filters serving both main engines and generator, with seawater intake bronze thru‑hulls and bronze sea strainers feeding the systems. Underwater exhaust uses fiberglass Vernatone Mark II mufflers. Fuel is carried in two non‑integral epoxy‑treated fiberglass tanks, and fresh water in one epoxy‑treated fiberglass tank. An engine temperature/oil pressure alarm system adds vigilance. Climate control is delivered by CruiseAir 16,000 BTU air conditioning with reverse‑cycle heat, complemented by additional engine‑room sound insulation, 12V engine‑room lights, and engine hatch lift assists.

On the Electrical side, an AC/DC electrical panel with system breakers and volt/amp meters is located in the salon. A 2000w inverter system supports both 120VAC use and 12VDC charging, while Battery Combiners enable automatic charging of both house and starting banks. A dedicated flybridge 12VDC subpanel simplifies electronics integration. Shore power arrives via a cockpit 120VAC inlet feeding four 8D batteries secured in fiberglass boxes. A battery vapor‑proof selector switch allows house‑bank/starting‑bank/off selection. Convenience is everywhere, with 120VAC duplex outlets throughout, IMTRA LED 12VDC overhead lights, and Par Jabsco 12VDC 150‑watt cockpit floodlights. Heavy‑duty 105‑amp engine‑driven alternators keep reserves full, and insulated, color‑coded, numbered wiring simplifies service. Safety includes four Rule automatic bilge pumps, a Marinco 50' 120V 50‑amp power cord, a Marinco phone‑cable inlet, and a ship’s alarm status panel for high‑water and fire.

Plumbing is equally robust, with a Flojet fresh‑water pump and expansion tank system for higher capacity and four Rule high‑capacity automatic/manual bilge pumps. A Tank Tender pneumatic tank‑level gauge system monitors volumes. Hot water is supplied by a 15‑gallon 120VAC heater, and waste is held in a 60‑gallon fiberglass holding tank with a deck fitting for pump‑out. Sanitation details include Jabsco Quietflush freshwater flush toilets, a Sealand Tankwatch holding‑tank gauge with Sealand sanitation hoses, and a Par Jabsco macerator 12VDC pump. Customers select sinks and faucets to suit their taste.

The Flybridge showcases a stainless radar arch and a forward helm with a wrap‑around electronics and control console. A molded settee with a fixed table converts to a berth, with a recessed footwell for the helm seat. The plexiglass wrap‑around venturi with stainless tube frame keeps wind in check, while storage under the settee seats preserves deck space. Comfort is enhanced by 4" vinyl cushions on the seat bottoms with angled backs, and the helm is appointed with Murray Bros rotocast helm seats with cushions, a 4‑1/2" flush‑mounted Ritchie compass, Perko 12VDC courtesy lights, a stainless ladder with handrails enclosing the area above the flybridge deck, vertical console locker doors with storage, angled electronics display consoles, indoor/outdoor carpeting on the flybridge deck, Schmitt custom polished stainless steering wheels, and an AC/DC refrigerator.

In the Cockpit, a built‑in transom double bait tank with lights, windows, and a removable divider panel anchors the fishing amenities, joined by a molded transom door hinged outboard and a built‑in tackle center. The fiberglass non‑skid cockpit deck and fiberglass caprails provide secure footing, with port and starboard cockpit side storage lockers and a molded fiberglass swim step for easy water access. A quarter‑rail rubrail protects the aft corner hullside at the waterline. Illumination includes two Perko 12VDC cockpit courtesy lights and two cockpit overhead 12V lights. There is a hot/cold cockpit shower, a Shurflo seawater washdown, two molded drop‑in fiberglass fish boxes, exterior stereo speakers, and a stainless steel ladder to the flybridge with teak steps. Anglers will appreciate six engraved custom flush‑mounted rod holders and an overhead hidden rod locker.

Across the Deck, Grover air horns announce your arrival, while a hide‑away swim ladder sits under the swim step. Ground tackle is handled by a Muir Horizontal 12V 1000H windlass beneath a flush deck hatch and a Bruce‑type 44‑lb anchor with 275' of 5/16" hi‑test marked chain. Styling is elevated by two‑color flybridge accent stripes and a one‑color boot stripe. Non‑skid decks run throughout the sidedecks, foredeck, cockpit, and flybridge. Safety rails include 1.25"‑diameter stainless foredeck rails extending aft to the start of the cockpit and stainless handrails on port and starboard flybridge aft sides. Mooring is simplified by six stainless steel cleats with cockpit port/starboard corner hawse. Overhead, three Bomar opening tinted aluminum deck hatches bring in light and air. An anchor washdown faucet and stainless steel side deck fills for fuel complete the setup.

In the Staterooms, the master offers an island queen‑size plus berth with large drawers under, while the guest stateroom provides a large berth with generous drawer storage beneath. Both cabins feature fabric‑covered 6" foam mattresses. The master includes two hanging lockers, a full‑length mirror, forward berth headboard mirrors with chain‑locker access, an opening deck hatch with a hinged screen, and five stainless oval opening portholes that bathe the interior in natural light. The guest stateroom features an opening deck hatch with a hinged screen and a large hanging locker. The head is appointed with a large separate stall shower and an opening deck hatch with a hinged screen. A telephone outlet in the master stateroom and select wood entrance doors to the staterooms with Lockwood latches elevate the finish.

The Salon surrounds you with 360‑degree windows, a dinette and settee, a sliding salon door with handle lock, a dinette table with a folding leaf, a 32" LED flat‑panel TV, and an overhead hidden rod locker. The Galley is U‑shaped aft and fitted with a Fisher Paykel refrigerator/freezer, a cooktop, a convection/microwave oven, a customer‑selected double‑bowl sink and faucet, under‑salon storage with walk‑in access, a built‑in trash bin, granite countertops, and a Kindred stainless sink.

Throughout the Interior, choose cherrywood gloss or satin finishes, orchestrated by a Fusion multi‑zone Bluetooth/SiriusXM stereo. Comfort extends to interior custom‑fitted bed coverings in master and guest, Vetus push‑pull locker knobs, and upgraded, larger, more attractive sea rails in gloss varnish. Practical touches include salon overhead cleats under the vinyl for rod‑rack mounting and hidden air‑conditioning and other control panels within a locker. An anodized aluminum/glass entryway locking door, a deluxe vinyl headliner, select wood hand‑rubbed varnished paneled bulkheads, 12V overhead light fixtures, duplex 120V ground‑fault electrical outlets throughout, and coordinated decor selections—carpeting, countertops, headliner, and more—complete the ambiance. Hanging lockers with lights and select carpet in the salon and staterooms underscore thoughtful detailing.

Disclaimer: The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Propulsion

Power is delivered by two matching plants: Engine 1 is a Twin Cummins QSB 6.7L, rated at 550 hp and running on diesel fuel; Engine 2 mirrors it as a Twin Cummins QSB 6.7L with a total power of 550 hp on diesel, providing balanced thrust and confident redundancy.

Specifications

Dimensions showcase smart proportions, with a length overall of 43 ft, a beam of 15.83 ft, and a max draft of 3.5 ft. Tankage is generous, featuring a 200‑gallon fresh‑water tank, a 600‑gallon fuel tank, and a 60‑gallon holding tank.