
Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsFish smart and cruise efficiently with the 32 SportfisherfromALBIN—a compactmotor yachttailored for anglers as a capablesport fishermanand built on a reliablefiberglass and plastic hull. A single Cummins inboard diesel delivers confident performance with an 18-knot cruise and 23-knot top speed.
Selecting a 32 Sportfisher
If you want straightforward performance and simple ownership, the 32 Sportfisherbalances size and capability: LOA 29 ft (9.07 m), beam 10 ft (3.05 m), cruise 18 knots (20.71 mph), and max 23 knots (26.47 mph). With 132 gallons of fuel and 32 gallons of water, plus 1 berth and 1 head, it suits solo anglers or pairs on overnight runs. Built byALBIN, it fits those seeking a practicalmotor yachtin the dedicatedsport fishermansegment.
Features of the Model
- Propulsion and fuel: single Cummins inboard; diesel
- Performance: 18-knot cruise (20.71 mph) and 23-knot max (26.47 mph)
- Construction: fiberglass and plastic hull; deck in Fiberglass
- Dimensions: LOA 29 ft (9.07 m); beam 10 ft (3.05 m)
- Capacities: fuel 132 gal; water 32 gal
- Accommodations: sleeps 1; heads 1
- Classification: motor yacht;sport fisherman
Technical Specifications
- Model: 32 Sportfisher
- Builder: ALBIN
- Category: motor yacht,sport fisherman
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 29 ft (9.07 m)
- Beam: 10 ft (3.05 m)
- Engine count: 1
- Engine manufacturer: Cummins
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Cruising speed: 18 kn (20.71 mph)
- Max speed: 23 kn (26.47 mph)
- Sleeps: 1
- Heads: 1
- Fuel capacity: 132 gal
- Water capacity: 32 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For pricing, current availability, and viewing options, contact broker Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will help you evaluate the 32 SportfisherbyALBINand comparable options across themotor yachtandsport fishermanmarket segments.
Questions and Answers
- Q: What are the speeds of the 32 Sportfisher? A: Thecruising speedis 18 knots (20.71 mph) and themaximum speedis 23 knots (26.47 mph).
- Q: What engine setup does it use? A: It has 1 engineby Cummins ininboardconfiguration, and thefuelis diesel.
- Q: What are the overall dimensions? A: LOAis 29 ft (9.07 m) andbeamis 10 ft (3.05 m).
- Q: What are the capacities and accommodations? A: Fuel capacityis 132 gal;water capacityis 32 gal;sleeps1;heads1.
- Q: What type of yacht is it and who builds it? A: It is a motor yachtin thesport fishermanclass with afiberglass and plastic hull, built bybuilderALBIN. For purchase guidance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners describe the 32 SportfisherfromALBINas a practical crossover: offshore and inshore sportfishing benefit from a large cockpit with livewell and rigging, while its trawler‑like fuel range suits coastal and family cruising. The U‑shaped dinette and a mid‑cabin double make 2–4 person weekend overnights realistic, supported by an efficient galley and a stall shower cited in listings and reviews. Some boats are used for day charter or guided‑fishing, and later Command Bridge iterations emphasize generous cabin headroom, though one forum post noted the aft cabin “is not as roomy and feels a bit claustrophobic.”
On the water, owners report a seakindly modified‑V hull with moderate transom deadrise and a full‑length, prop‑protecting keel that tracks steadily in a seaway. Typical performance figures mentioned are about an 18‑knot cruise and 23–24 knots on top with single ~300 hp Cummins/Cat installations, with notably efficient “trawler” economy at 8–9 knots. Weight distribution and trim tabs matter on this model, and one Albin Owners Group contributor documented that adding about 300 lb of lead ballast under the port access hatch corrected a list and reduced tab use, gaining roughly a knot of cruise speed.
Maintenance feedback is mixed: twin cockpit‑sole hatches provide straightforward access to the engine and V‑drive and are often praised, yet certain jobs can be awkward. A known owner‑reported issue is leakage where the fiberglass shaft tube enters the hull through the keel under the engine; access to that joint can be difficult and some yards have suggested costly approaches. On older boats, owners also mention deck gelcoat crazing, occasional blister repair followed by barrier coats and repainting, and battery placement/ballast tweaks to address minor listing.
Pros and Cons
- Seakindly modified‑V hull with a full‑length, prop‑protecting keel delivers a steady ride offshore and inshore.
- Versatile cockpit and interior support sportfishing, coastal cruising, and realistic 2–4 person weekend overnights.
- Efficient performance with ~18‑kt cruise, 23–24‑kt top on single ~300‑hp installations, plus trawler‑economy at 8–9 kt.
- Sensitive to weight distribution and trim tabs; loading choices noticeably affect speed and ride.
- Owner‑reported shaft‑tube leaks at the hull/keel interface can be hard to access and potentially costly to remedy.
- Aft cabin can feel cramped, and older boats may show gelcoat crazing that leads to cosmetic repair projects.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin | 35' 0" (10.90 m) | 13' 0" (4.01 m) | 11' 6" (3.50 m) | - | - |
| 43 Sundeck Trawler | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | 14' 0" (4.42 m) | 13' 5" (4.08 m) | 9.5 kn / 11.5 kn | - |
| 44 | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 15' 0" (4.78 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | - | - |
| 28 TE | 28' 0" (8.64 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | - | - | - |
| Command Bridge | 35' 0" (10.67 m) | 12' 0" (3.76 m) | 12' 0" (3.67 m) | - | - |
| 32 + 2 Command Bridge | 34' 0" (10.36 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 32 + 2 Command Bridge | 32' 0" (9.75 m) | 12' 0" (3.73 m) | 12' 7" (3.83 m) | 15 kn / 19 kn | - |
| 32 Sportfisher | 29' 0" (9.07 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | - | 18 kn / 23 kn | - |
| 28 Tournament Express | 28' 0" (8.53 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | - | - | - |
| 32 plus 2 Command Bridge | 36' 0" (11.20 m) | 12' 0" (3.78 m) | 10' 2" (3.10 m) | 17 kn / 22 kn | 25 |

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