Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsPurpose-built for long-range comfort, the 65 LRCfromHatterasis amotor yachtin thecruisersegment with a durablefiberglass and plastichull. For acquisition strategy, rely on Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team for expert guidance from search to closing.
Selecting a 65 LRC
Choosing a 65 LRCcomes down to matching your cruising plans with its dimensions, capacities, and propulsion. With a 65 ft (19.81 m) LOA and 18 ft (5.49 m) beam, plus generous fuel and water reserves, this platform is set up for extended time aboard. If you value twin diesel inboard reliability and straightforward systems, the pair of Detroit Diesel engines and diesel fuel configuration align well. Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales will help you evaluate fit, arrange viewings, and coordinate surveys to streamline your decision.
Features of the Model
- Category: motor yacht/cruiser
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic; deck material: Fiberglass
- Dimensions optimized for comfort: LOA 65 ft (19.81 m), beam 18 ft (5.49 m)
- Max draft: 17.771 ft (5.4166 m)
- Power: twin inboard Detroit Diesel engines; diesel fuel
- Liveaboard essentials: sleeps 4 with 2 heads
- Long-range utility: 1,500 gal fuel capacity and 1,200 gal water capacity
Technical Specifications
- Model: 65 LRC
- Builder: Hatteras
- Category: motor yacht; subcategory:cruiser
- Hull material/category: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 65 ft (19.81 m)
- Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m)
- Max draft: 17.771 ft (5.4166 m)
- Engines: 2 x Detroit Diesel, Inboard, Diesel
- Sleeps: 4
- Heads: 2
- Fuel capacity: 1,500 gal
- Water capacity: 1,200 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current availability, pricing guidance, and to schedule inspections of the 65 LRC, contact Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We coordinate the full brokerage process—market analysis, offers, sea trial, survey, and closing—so you can move forward with confidence.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 65 LRCbyHatteras? A: It’s amotor yachtpositioned as acruiserwith afiberglass and plastichull, emphasizing range and comfort. Key points includetype,class, andhullconstruction.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard and what amenities are included? A: The layout provides Sleeps: 4andHeads: 2, delivering practical accommodations for family or guests on extended passages.
Q: What are the principal dimensions? A: LOA: 65 ft (19.81 m),Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m), andMax draft: 17.771 ft (5.4166 m), offering volume and stability for long cruising legs.
Q: What powers the yacht and what fuel does it use? A: Propulsion comes from 2 x Detroit DieselInboardengines running onDieselfuel, balancing efficiency and serviceability.
Q: How can Shestakov Yacht Sales help me purchase a 65 LRC? A: Work directly with Andrey Shestakovand Shestakov Yacht Sales formarket sourcing,pricing,negotiation,survey coordination, andclosing, ensuring a smooth transaction from start to finish.
Owner Experience Review
Owners who choose the 65 LRCbyHatterasdo so for true long‑range passagemaking. Broker specs and owner reports consistently cite 2,300–2,500+ nautical miles of range, and the 1982–1985 model’s sea‑kindly displacement hull is happiest around a 10‑knot hull speed. Typical economical operation falls in the 8–12‑knot band; as one owner notes: "I cruise 11.2 knots at 1525 RPM on 12v71TI's. I back down to 1450 RPM, still manage 10.8, but cut my fuel burn from 16 to 12."
Day to day, the boat is set up for time at sea and living aboard: a full‑beam owner’s stateroom, multiple guest cabins, an enclosed pilothouse and a deckhouse galley show up repeatedly in owner accounts and listings. Another owner summed up the efficiency mindset: "She cruises at 9 knots @ 1,400RPM while burning 8GPH total. I could live with that." The interior carries a classic teak‑heavy 1980s feel that many owners modernize during refits to update systems and décor.
Maintenance expectations are realistic for a vintage Hatteras: common original Detroit 6‑71/12V71 family engines have parts support, but they reward regular attention to heat exchangers, raw‑water pumps and exhaust components. A stand‑up engine room with near‑360° access is a recurring positive, yet large‑yacht refit items—genset replacement/overhaul, electrical upgrades, and occasional core or flybridge‑deck repairs—are frequently called out and can be costly on a 1980s 65‑footer. Many examples are owner‑/captain‑operated and either kept up to date or approached as major refit projects.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Long‑range capability of roughly 2,300–2,500+ nm supports true passagemaking.
- Sea‑kindly displacement hull delivers a soft ride around a 10‑knot hull speed.
- Stand‑up engine room with 360° service access simplifies maintenance.
Cons
- Original Detroit 6‑71/12V71 engines are vintage and demand regular attention to heat exchangers, pumps, and exhaust components.
- Many examples need costly modernization—genset work, electrical upgrades, and occasional core/flybridge deck repairs.
- Economical cruise in the 8–12‑knot range means passages take time compared with faster designs.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 LRC | 65' 0" (19.81 m) | 18' 0" (5.49 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | - | - |
| Flybridge Motor Yacht | 130' 0" (39.62 m) | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | 20' 6" (6.25 m) – 21' 4" (6.50 m) | 14 kn / 22 kn | 272 |
| 45 Express Sportfish | 45' 0" (13.72 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | 30 kn / 40 kn | - |
| 60 Motor Yacht | 60' 0" (18.52 m) | 18' 0" (5.54 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | - | - |
| LAMPHRE YACHTS CUSTOM | 75' 0" (22.86 m) | 19' 0" (5.82 m) | 26' 3" (8 m) | - | - |
| 60 Convertible | 60' 0" (18.31 m) | 17' 0" (5.28 m) | 16' 2" (4.92 m) | 30 kn / 36 kn | - |
| 53 | 53' 0" (16.15 m) | 15' 0" (4.83 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | - | - |
| Long Range Cruiser | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 15' 4" (4.67 m) | 7.5 kn / 9.5 kn | - |
| 65 Convertible | 65' 0" (19.81 m) | 18' 0" (5.49 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 32 kn | - |
| M90 PANACERA | 97' 0" (29.57 m) | 22' 0" (6.86 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 20' 4" (6.20 m) | 16 kn / 22 kn | 174 |
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