ABD ALUMINUM LTD - Enclosed Pilothouse - For Sale

The Enclosed PilothousebyABD ALUMINUM LTDis a purpose-builtmotor yachtwith trueexpedition yacht capability, engineered on a robustaluminum hull. Presented worldwide by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a Enclosed Pilothouse

Choose the Enclosed Pilothouseif you value all-weather navigation, extended autonomy, and the security of a full-displacement platform. With 10,300 gallons of fuel, 1,450 gallons of fresh water, and a 172 GT volume, it suits owners planning ambitious passages typical of anexpedition programwhile retaining the comfort and practicality expected of a premiummotor yacht. The heavy-dutyaluminum hulland 23 ft beam contribute to seakeeping and durability, while dedicated crew spaces support professional operations when desired.

Features of the Model

• Full-displacement hull for predictable motion and efficiency at displacement speeds
• Twin inboard Caterpillar diesels for reliable global service support
• Strong, low-maintenance aluminum hullwith aluminum decks
• Enclosed pilothouse for protected, confident watchstanding in all conditions
• Large tankage: 10,300 gal fuel and 1,450 gal water for extended passages
• Practical accommodations with separate crew quarters (2 crew cabins, 4 crew berths)

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 90 ft (27.43 m)
• Beam: 23 ft (7.16 m)
• Draft (min–max): 24.333–27.614 ft (7.4166–8.4166 m)
• Gross tonnage: 172 GT
• Hull configuration: Full Displacement
• Hull material: aluminum
• Deck material: Aluminum
• Engines: 2 × Caterpillar, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising speed: 9 knots (10.36 mph)
• Maximum speed: 10 knots (11.51 mph)
• Fuel capacity: 10,300 gal
• Water capacity: 1,450 gal
• Accommodation count: 7; Sleeps: 3; Heads: 5
• Crew: 2 crew cabins; 4 crew beds

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, delivery opportunities, and to arrange a private viewing of the Enclosed PilothousebyABD ALUMINUM LTD, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications, survey planning, and transaction logistics from first inquiry to closing.

Questions and Answers

• What type of yacht is the Enclosed Pilothouse? The model is amotor yachtwith an emphasis onexpedition cruising, built on a durablealuminum hull.

• How large is it, and what is the draft? The LOAis 90 ft (27.43 m) with abeamof 23 ft (7.16 m).Draftranges from 24.333 ft to 27.614 ft (7.4166–8.4166 m), important for route and harbor planning.

• What are the performance figures? The cruising speedis 9 knots (10.36 mph) and themaximum speedis 10 knots (11.51 mph). AFull Displacementhull underpins comfort and efficiency at these speeds.

• How is it powered and what are the capacities? Twin Caterpillarinboarddieselengines drive the yacht.Fuel capacityis 10,300 gallons andwater capacityis 1,450 gallons, supporting extended itineraries.

• How do I buy or arrange a viewing? Contact Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto discuss availability and next steps for theEnclosed PilothousebyABD ALUMINUM LTD. We coordinate inspections, offers, and closing with precision.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Enclosed PilothousefromABD ALUMINUM LTDfor serious, owner-operated expeditions. Listings for the 1996 boat ROSA cite a reported ~5,000 NM range and documented ocean passages, aligning with the builder’s reputation for commercial‑grade aluminum hulls and expedition seaworthiness. The enclosed wheelhouse is repeatedly described as spacious with a “big ship” feel, suiting long watches at a published cruise of ~9 knots and max ~10 knots on ROSA.

Life onboard skews practical and comfortable for distance. On ROSA, the pilothouse offers roughly 270° visibility with three leather helm chairs and a raised leather settee for six, and brokers note an unusually large master stateroom positioned behind the wheelhouse with a private deck. Guest layouts on market examples are typically modest (about 2–3 cabins) but arranged for liveaboard use. ROSA also shows how the platform adapts to adventure cruising, having carried multiple owners/families for over 50,000 ocean miles and being outfitted as a diving and serious fishing base, including a compressor and racks for 10 tanks.

Ownership expectations should include disciplined preventative maintenance. Sale records cite major services on older examples—engine and transmission overhauls, Naiad stabilizer rebuilds, as well as watermaker and A/C work—while industry notes praise engine‑room access and fit, with a Cummins case study calling an ABD engine room “immaculate.” Aluminum construction adds the need for routine checks of welds and galvanic protection. Details and figures vary by hull and year; the specifics above are drawn from documented ROSA listings and yard write‑ups.

Pros and Cons

• Commercial‑grade aluminum build and expedition seaworthiness suit long ocean passages.
• Large enclosed pilothouse with ~270° visibility and a “big ship” feel supports comfortable watchkeeping.
• Proven ROSA use case shows ~5,000 NM range and dive/fishing outfitting for extended cruising.
• Displacement performance limits speed, with ROSA published around 9–10 knots.
• Guest accommodations are typically modest (about 2–3 cabins) versus many yachts of similar length.
• Older examples can require significant refit budgets for engines, transmissions, stabilizers, watermakers, and A/C.

Comparison with Other Models