CL YACHTS - CLB 72 - For Sale

The CLB 72fromCL YACHTSis a contemporarymotor yachtengineered for efficient performance and refined onboard living, built on a Deep Vee by Howard Apollonio with a hull offiberglass and plastic. For acquisition guidance and bespoke advice, broker Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales are ready to assist.

Selecting a CLB 72

Choosing the CLB 72means prioritizing confident speed, efficient cruising, and interior elegance. With a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top end of 30 knots, twin Volvo Penta inboard diesel power, and a Deep Vee hull, this is a capablemotor yachtfor family cruising or owner-operator adventures.

Designed by Howard Apollonio for the hull and Interiors by Carmen for the living spaces, the model balances seakeeping and comfort. Accommodation for up to 8 (sleeping for 6) with 4 heads and a dedicated crew cabin supports versatile cruising plans.

Features of the Model

• Performance pedigree: 25-knot cruise and 30-knot maximum, supported by twin Volvo Penta inboard diesels and a Deep Vee configuration.
• Design synergy: Hull by Howard Apollonio; interior by Interiors by Carmen.
• Comfortable cruising: Accommodation for up to 8, sleeps 6, with 4 heads and a separate crew cabin for 2.
• Robust build: Hull in fiberglass and plasticand fiberglass deck for durability and ease of maintenance.
• Practical capacities: 1,200 gal fuel and 280 gal water for extended weekends aboard.

Technical Specifications

• Model: CLB 72
• Builder: CL YACHTS
• Category: motor yacht
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Hull configuration: Deep Vee
• Hull designer: Howard Apollonio
• Interior designer: Interiors by Carmen
• LOA: 72 ft (21.95 m)
• Beam: 19 ft (6.04 m)
• Draft (min): 16.404 ft (5 m)
• Cruising speed: 25 kn (28.77 mph)
• Maximum speed: 30 kn (34.52 mph)
• Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta, Inboard, Diesel
• Accommodation: up to 8; sleeps 6
• Heads: 4
• Crew: 1 cabin; 2 beds
• Fuel capacity: 1,200 gal
• Water capacity: 280 gal
• Deck material: Fiberglass

Pricing and Ordering

To discuss availability, options, and delivery for the CLB 72byCL YACHTS, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will guide you through specification review, scheduling, and purchase documentation to make your acquisition seamless.

Questions and Answers

• What are the speeds of the CLB 72?
  • A: Cruising speedis 25 kn (28.77 mph) andTop speedis 30 kn (34.52 mph), depending on load and conditions.
• What powers this yacht?
  • A: Enginesare 2 x Volvo PentaInboardDieselunits, delivering confident performance for thismotor yacht.
• How many guests can stay aboard?
  • A: Accommodationis for up to 8, withsleepsfor 6 across guest staterooms and4 heads;crewhave 1 cabin with 2 beds.
• What is the hull and deck construction?
  • A: Hullis Deep Vee infiberglass and plasticby designerHoward Apollonio;Deckis Fiberglass.
• Who should I contact to purchase?
  • A: BrokerAndrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales will arrange your viewing and order process for theCLB 72byCL YACHTS.

Owner Experience Review

Owners who step into the CLB 72fromCL YACHTSgenerally do so for family cruising and entertaining. The open-plan salon/galley, low-profile furnishings, and large side glazing create an airy, beach‑house feel, while the four‑stateroom layout—full‑beam master and VIP forward—serves real family duty. A standard aft crew cabin supports either owner‑operation or a small professional team, and the flybridge with hardtop, integrated seating and wet‑bar, plus the foredeck sunpad, aft cockpit dining, and the tender‑friendly beach‑club swim platform keep guests circulating outdoors.

On the water, sea‑trial reports note that the CLB 72rides comfortably in short, choppy seas even with the gyro switched off, and that she responds crisply with tight, confident turns at speed. Published tests measured a top speed around 31.4 mph (about 27.3 knots) with best cruise near 18.9 mph on the tested package; the higher‑power IPS1350 installation has been run to “over 30 knots.” Zero‑speed TRAC stabilizers and an optional Seakeeper further tame roll at anchor and underway.

Day‑to‑day upkeep earns praise for a spacious, logically arranged engine room and molded fiberglass tanks with large cleaning manholes. At the same time, modern systems—CZone digital switching, Volvo IPS pods, and TRAC/Seakeeper equipment—add complexity and routine service tasks. Public owner chatter specific to this model is still light, with no pattern of model‑specific failures emerging in the research set; or as one buyer put it, “This was supposed to be a family cruiser. It’s like a Ferrari!”

Pros and Cons

• Family‑friendly four‑stateroom layout and airy salon suit owner‑operators and small crews.
• Confident handling and a comfortable ride in chop; effective zero‑speed stabilizer options.
• Service‑minded engine room and molded tanks with manholes ease maintenance.
• Digital switching, IPS pods, and stabilizers increase system complexity and scheduled service.
• Real‑world performance varies by propulsion, with over‑30‑knot results tied to higher‑power options.
• Limited volume of long‑term, owner‑reported reliability data publicly available.

Comparison with Other Models