Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe FL42byCUSTOMis a 42.6 m (139 ft)motor yachtconceived as anexpedition yachtwith asteel hulland a full-displacement platform. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, it blends robust construction with efficient 12.5-knot cruising and notable volume at 489 gross tons.
Selecting a FL42
If you are prioritizing offshore capability, comfort, and volume, the FL42stands out. Twin CAT diesel engines deliver dependable performance, with a 12.5-knot cruising speed and 15-knot maximum speed, while the full-displacement hull enhances comfort on long passages. With accommodations for 14, dedicated crew spaces, and thoughtful design by Floating Life teams, it is an ideal platform for extended exploration in a modernexpedition yacht.
Features of the Model
- Naval architecture by Floating Life - ZeroTredici Naval Designer; interiors by Floating Life - Satura Studio.
- Full-displacement construction with a steelhull and Steel decks for durability and stability.
- Twin CAT diesel power (2 engines) for reliable propulsion; cruise 12.5 kn (14.38 mph), max 15 kn (17.26 mph).
- Volume-forward layout with 489 gross tons, designed to support 14 accommodations, 9 sleeps, and 8 heads.
- Professional crew area with 5 crew cabins and 10 crew beds to maintain premium service standards underway.
Technical Specifications
- Length overall: 139 ft (42.6 m)
- Beam: 30 ft (9.4 m)
- Maximum draft: 8.858 ft (2.7 m)
- Hull configuration: Full Displacement
- Category: motor yacht
- Sub-category: expedition yacht
- Hull material: steel
- Deck material: Steel
- Gross tonnage: 489
- Engines: 2 x CAT
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Cruising speed: 12.5 kn (14.38 mph)
- Maximum speed: 15 kn (17.26 mph)
- Accommodations: 14
- Sleeps: 9
- Heads: 8
- Crew cabins: 5
- Crew beds: 10
- Fuel capacity: 21,133.76 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 3,170.06 gal
- Hull designer: Floating Life - ZeroTredici Naval Designer
- Interior designer: Floating Life - Satura Studio
Pricing and Ordering
Pricing and availability are provided on request. To discuss current opportunities for the FL42byCUSTOM—including inspections and transaction strategy—contact Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales for confidential guidance.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the FL42? A: It is amotor yachtconfigured as anexpedition yachtwith asteel hulland afull-displacementplatform.
Q: What are the speedfigures? A: TheFL42offers acruising speedof 12.5 kn (14.38 mph) and amaximum speedof 15 kn (17.26 mph).
Q: How many people can it accommodate? A: There are accommodations for 14, with9 sleepsand8 heads; thecrewarea includes5 cabinsand10 beds.
Q: Who are the designersand thebuilder? A: Built byCUSTOM, withhull designby Floating Life - ZeroTredici Naval Designer andinterior designby Floating Life - Satura Studio.
Q: How much fuelandfresh watercan it carry? A:Fuel capacityis 21,133.76 gal andfresh watercapacity is 3,170.06 gal. For availability details, consult Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Prospective owners looking at the FL42fromCUSTOMwill find a project conceived first and foremost for endurance and seakeeping. Published materials position it as an expedition‑style, displacement platform with a project range of roughly 5,000 nautical miles, aimed at true ocean crossings and extended itineraries. It’s equally framed for private family use and large‑guest entertaining, with press notes describing a balance of speed and size, though the emphasis clearly remains on range and capability rather than outright top speed.
On board, the layout options highlighted in press and broker specifications focus on privacy and amenity: a full‑beam owner suite, four en‑suite guest staterooms (two doubles and two twins), a large main‑deck saloon, and a substantial beach club with direct lower‑deck access. Generous exterior living spaces—wrap‑around decks, a sundeck lounge, and optional fold‑out balconies for the owner suite—support that “owner’s deck/owner’s condo” brief.
As a new/custom project with 2025 listings, independent sea‑trial write‑ups, long‑term service histories, and detailed owner‑handling feedback for the FL42are not yet widely available. Cruise and top‑speed figures are not broadly published for this model, and commentary remains press‑ and spec‑driven. One design note often mentioned is the “under lower deck” engine‑room reconfiguration to free guest space, which may influence service access and maintenance planning. Fractional/managed‑ownership pathways have been publicized, but independent running‑cost and crew‑sizing breakdowns specific to this model have not surfaced.
Pros and Cons
- Projected ~5,000 nm range supports true ocean‑crossing, expedition itineraries.
- Flexible layouts with full‑beam owner suite, four en‑suite guest cabins, and a large beach club favor private family cruising and entertaining.
- Fractional/managed‑ownership pathways are available for shared usage and operational support.
- Independent sea‑trial reports and owner handling feedback for FL42are currently scarce.
- Performance figures, including cruise and top speed, are not widely published for this model.
- The “under lower deck” engine‑room configuration may complicate service access and maintenance planning.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL42 | 139' 0" (42.60 m) | 30' 0" (9.40 m) | 8' 10" (2.70 m) | 12.5 kn / 15 kn | 489 |
| 3 Masted Schooner | 167' 0" (50.90 m) | 32' 0" (9.75 m) | 30' 11" (9.42 m) – 59' 1" (18 m) | 9 kn | - |
| 77ft Custom Norlin Cutter Sloop | 76' 0" (23.34 m) | 18' 0" (5.59 m) | 28' 12" (8.83 m) | 8 kn / 11 kn | - |
| Floe Craft Afina 3950 | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 11' 0" (3.35 m) | 5' 6" (1.67 m) – 9' 10" (3 m) | - | 18500 |
| 51 Mini Super Yacht | 51' 0" (15.54 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 11' 6" (3.50 m) | 20 kn / 23 kn | - |
| Benetti 105 | 106' 0" (32.50 m) | 19' 0" (5.97 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | 12 kn / 16 kn | 109 |
| 170 Commercial Crew Boat | 170' 0" (51.82 m) | 30' 0" (9.14 m) | 21' 1" (6.42 m) | 22 kn / 24 kn | - |
| Commercial LCU | 119' 0" (36.30 m) | 34' 0" (10.39 m) | 9' 0" (2.75 m) – 17' 3" (5.25 m) | - | - |
| PK50 | 164' 0" (50 m) | 28' 0" (8.61 m) | - | - | 487 |
| Sports Cat 44 | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
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