Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsDiscover the 48byFjord— acontemporary motor yachtpositioned within the broadermotor yachts segmentand built on a provenfiberglass platform. With twin Volvo diesel inboards, confident cruising speeds, and four-berth accommodation, it’s an efficient, stylish choice. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov are ready to guide you through specifications, availability, and purchase.
Selecting a 48
Choose the 48if you value a balanced mix of performance, comfort, and efficient operation. Its 50 ft (15.28 m) LOA, 15 ft (4.8 m) beam, and 4.265 ft (1.3 m) draft support versatile coastal plans, while twin Volvo diesel inboards deliver a 25-knot cruise and up to 38 knots when you need it. As ahighly capable motor yachtwithin themotor yachts class, it offers sleeping for four with one head, practical tankage, and a confident monohull feel.
Features of the Model
- Built as a fiberglass buildwith fiberglass deck for durability and easy upkeep
- Twin (2) Volvo diesel inboard engines for efficient, predictable propulsion
- Cruise at 25 knots (approx. 28.77 mph) and top out near 38 knots (approx. 43.73 mph)
- Monohull design with input from Fjord Yachts for both hull and interior
- Accommodations for 4 with 1 head, supporting weekend and short-cruise plans
- Practical capacities: 237.76 gal fuel and 79.25 gal water
- 16 GT gross tonnage underscores a solid, seagoing platform
Technical Specifications
- Model: 48byFjord
- Category: motor yachtin themotor yachts category
- Hull material: fiberglass construction
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull configuration: Monohull
- Hull designer: Fjord Yachts
- Interior designer: Fjord Yachts
- LOA: 50 ft / 15.28 m
- Beam: 15 ft / 4.8 m
- Draft (min/max): 4.265 ft / 1.3 m
- Engines: 2 x Volvo, Inboard, Diesel
- Speed (cruise/max): 25 kn (28.77 mph) / 38 kn (43.73 mph)
- Fuel capacity: 237.76 gal
- Water capacity: 79.25 gal
- Accommodations: 4 (sleeps 4)
- Heads: 1
- Gross tonnage: 16 GT
Pricing and Ordering
Work directly with Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss pricing, current availability, and purchase timing for the 48byFjord. Andrey Shestakov will help you compare specifications, review suitable listings, and organize inspections to secure the right yacht on the best terms.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the main dimensions of the 48?
A: The LOAis 50 ft (15.28 m), thebeamis 15 ft (4.8 m), and thedraftis 4.265 ft (1.3 m).
Q: How fast is this motor yachtand what engines does it use?
A: The 48cruises at25 knots(approx. 28.77 mph) and reaches38 knots(approx. 43.73 mph) with twinVolvodieselinboardengines (2 total).
Q: What accommodations are on board?
A: The yacht sleeps 4with1 head, aligning with its role in themotor yachts segment.
Q: What is the build and hull type?
A: It’s a monohull on a fiberglass structurewith afiberglassdeck; both hull and interior were designed by Fjord Yachts.
Q: How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales?
A: Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to review specifications, confirmavailability, and proceed with offers for the48byFjord.
Owner Experience Review
Owners typically run the 48byFjordas a Mediterranean-style dayboat for entertaining, thanks to its all-on-deck philosophy: the galley and bar are on the main deck with the primary social areas, there are seating zones and sun-lounges fore and aft, and the cockpit converts into a large sunpad. A tender garage beneath the sunpad (Williams-sized) keeps decks uncluttered and suits owner-operator tender or mothership support. Below, an owner cabin with an island berth, a second cabin and a wetroom make short weekend trips workable for a couple or small family, and several examples in the market have charter history and commercial coding.
On the water, the boat feels responsive and nimble, with IPS/joystick widely praised for close-quarters manoeuvring—one sea-trial comment put it simply: "The Fjordjoystick control was good." Owners and listings cite a comfortable cruise around 25 knots and commonly reported top speeds of about 38–40 knots; the ride is described as sporty and best suited to sheltered, Med-style conditions rather than ocean passagemaking. IPS brings real docking ease but also higher specialist maintenance and parts costs with a need for Volvo Penta/IPS-trained technicians; thorough service records are common in listings. Reported brokerage figures suggest around 180 L/h at a 25-knot cruise.
Pros and Cons
- All-on-deck social layout with a convertible cockpit and fore/aft sun-lounges makes day entertaining effortless.
- IPS joystick delivers nimble handling and stress-free docking in close quarters.
- Comfortable ~25-knot cruise with ~38–40-knot top speeds commonly reported adds sporty flexibility.
- Specialist IPS maintenance and parts can be costlier and require VP/IPS-trained technicians.
- Reported fuel burn of roughly 180 L/h at ~25 knots may be significant for operating budgets.
- Sporty, Med-focused design is better for sheltered waters than true ocean passagemaking.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 50' 0" (15.28 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 4' 3" (1.30 m) | 25 kn / 38 kn | 16 |
| 40 | 39' 0" (11.99 m) | 13' 0" (3.99 m) | 3' 3" (1 m) | 26 kn / 35 kn | - |
| 44 Open | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 13' 0" (4.24 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | 30 kn / 40 kn | - |
| 38 Xpress | 38' 0" (11.61 m) | 11' 0" (3.58 m) | 10' 1" (3.08 m) | - | - |
| 39XL | 39' 0" (11.97 m) | 13' 0" (3.99 m) | 3' 0" (0.92 m) | 20 kn / 34 kn | 9.9 |
| 38 Open | 38' 0" (11.58 m) | 11' 0" (3.63 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
| 41 XL | 39' 0" (12.09 m) | 13' 0" (3.96 m) | - | - | - |
| FJORD 41XL | 45' 0" (13.70 m) | 13' 0" (4 m) | 3' 9" (1.15 m) | 30 kn / 44 kn | 10700 |
| 53 XL | 54' 0" (16.70 m) | 15' 0" (4.79 m) | 4' 6" (1.37 m) | - | - |
| N/A | 35' 0" (10.80 m) | 12' 0" (3.65 m) | 2' 8" (0.80 m) | 24 kn / 40 kn | - |
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