Bilgin Yachts - Bilgin 243 - For Sale

The Bilgin 243byBilgin Yachtsis a 242 ft (74 m) custommotor yachtin the globalmotor yachtsclass, built on asteel hullwith a Displacement w Bulbous Bow configuration. Hull design is by Unique Yacht Design, with interiors by HOTLAB. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a Bilgin 243

• Displacement w Bulbous Bow for added comfort and efficiency at a 12-knot cruise, with up to 16 knots maximum speed.
• Substantial dimensions — 242 ft LOA, 42 ft beam — and 1,607 GT offer impressive volume for customization.
• Twin MTU engines for reliable propulsion and global support.
• Large fuel (44380.9 gal) and fresh water (10566.88 gal) capacities to extend time between shore services.
• Guided purchase experience with Andrey Shestakov and the global team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Features of the Model

• Classification: motor yachtwithin the broadermotor yachtssegment.
• Hull and structure: steel hull; Deck material: Steel.
• Hull designer: Unique Yacht Design; Interior designer: HOTLAB.
• Performance: 12 kn cruising (13.81 mph) and 16 kn maximum (18.41 mph).
• Power: 2 engines by MTU.
• Generous gross tonnage of 1607 GT.

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 242 ft (74 m)
• Beam: 42 ft (13 m)
• Maximum draft: 11.647 ft (3.55 m)
• Gross tonnage: 1607 GT
• Hull configuration: Displacement w Bulbous Bow
• Hull: steel hull
• Deck material: Steel
• Cruising speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Maximum speed: 16 kn (18.41 mph)
• Engines: 2 x MTU
• Hull designer: Unique Yacht Design
• Interior designer: HOTLAB
• Fresh water capacity: 10566.88 gal
• Fuel capacity: 44380.9 gal

Pricing and Ordering

To discuss pricing, specifications, and acquisition options for the Bilgin 243, contact Andrey Shestakov and the specialists at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate details withBilgin Yachtsand guide you through configuration, timeline discussions, and contractual steps.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is the yacht type of the Bilgin 243? A: It is amotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment with asteel hulland a Displacement w Bulbous Bow.

Q: What are the key dimensions and volume? A: LOAis 242 ft (74 m),beamis 42 ft (13 m),maximum draftis 11.647 ft (3.55 m), andgross tonnageis 1607 GT.

Q: How fast does it go? A: The cruising speedis 12 kn (13.81 mph) and themaximum speedis 16 kn (18.41 mph).

Q: Who are the designers and builder? A: Hull designis by Unique Yacht Design,interior designby HOTLAB, and the yacht is built byBilgin Yachts.

Q: What powers the yacht and how much can it carry? A: It has 2 MTU engines.Fuel capacityis 44380.9 gal andfresh water capacityis 10566.88 gal. For acquisition guidance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners looking at Bilgin 243fromBilgin Yachtsgenerally prioritize ocean-crossing capability and efficiency over outright speed. Builder and press materials quote a 5,000–5,500+ NM range on an efficient displacement platform, with a reported cruise around 12 knots and top speed near 16–17 knots. The steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with naval architecture by Unique Yacht Design, point to fuel‑efficient seakeeping rather than fast-planing performance.

Onboard, the brief is clearly about generous living spaces. Reported highlights include a forward‑facing owner’s suite of about 100 m² with a private terrace and jacuzzi, plus a 50 m² beach club, gym, and sauna. The layout is described as charter‑capable, with 9 cabins for 12 guests and provision for professional crew operation (17+1), aligning the yacht for either private long‑range cruising or commercial use.

Public, independent owner sea‑trial or long‑term handling reviews specific to Bilgin 243have not surfaced, and press coverage noted the project at technical launch/outfitting. Likewise, no recurring maintenance issues have been documented in owner forums. Prospective buyers should therefore weigh the builder/press specifications and the expected service complexity of a 73.6 m steel/aluminium superyacht that requires full professional technical support.

Pros and Cons

• Designed for transoceanic passages with a quoted 5,000–5,500+ NM range and efficient ~12‑knot cruise.
• Charter‑ready layout with 9 cabins for 12 guests and expansive amenity spaces including a 50 m² beach club.
• Standout owner’s suite of about 100 m² with a private terrace and jacuzzi.
• Reported top speed around 16–17 knots reflects an efficiency‑first displacement platform, not a high‑speed yacht.
• No independent owner sea‑trial or long‑term handling reports are publicly available yet.
• As a 73.6 m steel/aluminium superyacht with extensive systems, operation and maintenance demand full professional support.

Comparison with Other Models