
Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe Kando 120byAVA YACHTSis a contemporarymotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic hull, delivering a 10-knot cruising speed (11.51 mph), a 14-knot maximum speed (16.11 mph), 390 GT of volume, and accommodations for up to 12. Shestakov Yacht Sales, represented by broker Andrey Shestakov, is ready to guide you through specification, options, and purchase.
Selecting a Kando 120
Owners prioritizing a broad 26 ft (8.1 m) beam, substantial fuel reserves of 15,850.32 gal, and twin inboard diesel propulsion will appreciate the balance of capability and comfort in the Kando 120. As amotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic hull, it pairs efficient 10-knot passagemaking with the ability to reach 14 knots when needed.
Features of the Model
- A motor yachtplatform withfiberglass construction
- LOA 123 ft (37.62 m); beam 26 ft (8.1 m); max draft 26.903 ft (8.1999 m)
- 390 GT gross tonnage for notable interior volume
- Propulsion: 2 x Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
- Speeds: 10 kn cruise (11.51 mph); 14 kn max (16.11 mph)
- Capacities: 15,850.32 gal fuel; 2,641.72 gal fresh water
- Deck material: GRP
- Accommodation for up to 12
Technical Specifications
- Builder: AVA YACHTS
- Model: Kando 120
- Type: motor yacht
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- LOA: 123 ft (37.62 m)
- Beam: 26 ft (8.1 m)
- Max draft: 26.903 ft (8.1999 m)
- Gross tonnage: 390 GT
- Engines: 2 x Cummins
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Cruising speed: 10 kn (11.51 mph)
- Maximum speed: 14 kn (16.11 mph)
- Fuel capacity: 15,850.32 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 2,641.72 gal
- Accommodation: up to 12
- Deck material: GRP
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, build availability, and options on the Kando 120, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will provide detailed specifications, availability, and purchasing guidance tailored to your requirements.
Questions and Answers
Q: Who builds the Kando 120? A: TheKando 120is built byAVA YACHTS.Builderexpertise and project support are available through Shestakov Yacht Sales and brokerAndrey Shestakov.
Q: What type of yacht is it, and what is the hull made of? A: It is a motor yachtconstructed with afiberglass and plastic hull. This combines the benefits of amotor yachtplatform with afiberglass/GRPbuild.
Q: What are the speeds of the Kando 120? A: Thecruising speedis 10 kn (11.51 mph) and themaximum speedis 14 kn (16.11 mph), offering a practical performance profile.
Q: How many guests can the Kando 120accommodate? A:Accommodationis for up to 12, supported by a 390 GT volume for generous living spaces.
Q: What are the engine and fuel details? A: Power comes from 2 x CumminsInboardDieselengines. The yacht carries afuel capacityof 15,850.32 gal and afresh water capacityof 2,641.72 gal for extended autonomy.
Owner Experience Review
Early information positions the Kando 120fromAVA YACHTSas a long-range explorer focused on steady, efficient passage-making rather than speed. Listings cite an approximate 7,000 nm range at about 10 knots from a displacement hull, with expert previews describing a conventional steel hull and aluminium superstructure aimed at comfort and range. Underway stabilizers and bow/stern thrusters are typically specified, pointing to roll reduction offshore and easier low-speed maneuvering in tight harbors.
Onboard volume and layout are central to the appeal. The four-deck arrangement is quoted at roughly 390 GT, with two generous lounges of about 55 m² on the main deck and 50 m² on the upper deck. Accommodation plans show six double guest cabins plus a full-beam owner’s suite of around 27 m² on the main deck, supporting family use or charter for up to 12 guests, with space for a crew of five and extensive glazing for natural light.
Owner-sourced sea-trial impressions and long-term ergonomics feedback are not yet public, and deliveries are referenced for 2026–2028, so operational history is limited. Expect a cruising profile near 10 knots and a reported maximum around 14 knots—appropriate for ocean passages but not for high-speed hops—while weekend coastal use remains feasible. Maintenance planning should account for heavy-duty diesels noted in listings (e.g., Cummins QSK19 or similar 2×1,600 hp arrangements), corrosion management where steel meets aluminium, and the service load of stabilizers, thrusters, HVAC, and other hotel systems; no owner-reported service-cost figures are available.
Pros and Cons
- Approximate 7,000 nm range at 10 kn supports true ocean-crossing itineraries.
- Four-deck volume (~390 GT) with large lounges and full-height windows promotes comfortable social life onboard.
- Six double guest cabins with a main-deck ~27 m² owner suite suit family cruising and charter for up to 12 guests.
- Limited real-world owner sea-trial data and minimal operational history with first deliveries slated 2026–2028.
- Displacement profile with ~10 kn cruise and ~14 kn max prioritizes efficiency over high-speed performance.
- Heavy-duty diesels, complex hotel systems, and steel/aluminium construction imply higher maintenance and corrosion-management workload.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kando 110 | 110' 0" (33.60 m) | 25' 0" (7.80 m) | 24' 1" (7.33 m) – 27' 4" (8.33 m) | 10.4 kn / 13.8 kn | 320 |
| KANDO 90 Explorer Superyacht | 92' 0" (28.19 m) | 23' 0" (7.19 m) | 24' 11" (7.58 m) | 10 kn / 14 kn | 250 |
| KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHT | 84' 0" (25.70 m) | 24' 0" (7.49 m) | 24' 11" (7.58 m) | 9 kn / 11 kn | 200 |
| Voyage 90 | 90' 0" (27.43 m) | 18' 0" (5.61 m) | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | 10 kn / 15 kn | 110 |
| Kando 110 Explorer Superyacht | 115' 0" (35.10 m) | 25' 0" (7.80 m) | 27' 4" (8.33 m) | 10 kn / 14 kn | 320 |
| Kando | 115' 0" (35.05 m) | 25' 0" (7.80 m) | 7' 10" (2.40 m) | 10.5 kn / 13 kn | 333 |
| N/A | 130' 0" (39.90 m) | 25' 0" (7.60 m) | 11' 6" (3.50 m) | 10 kn / 14 kn | 160 |
| Kando 130 XL | 128' 0" (39.19 m) | 27' 0" (8.50 m) | 26' 5" (8.04 m) | 12 kn / 14 kn | 390 |
| Kando 120 | 123' 0" (37.62 m) | 26' 0" (8.10 m) | 26' 11" (8.20 m) | 10 kn / 14 kn | 390 |

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