Heesen Yachts - 1996 Heesen - For Sale

The 1996 HeesenbyHeesen Yachtspairs Dutch craftsmanship with performance and volume. Measuring 125 ft (38.38 m) with a 24 ft (7.42 m) beam, this high-performancemotor yachtsits within the elite tier ofmotor yachtsand rides on a robustaluminum hull.

Selecting a 1996 Heesen

Choose the 1996 Heesenif you value speed, efficiency, and generous volume. With up to 28 knots of maximum speed and an 8-knot cruise, twin MTU inboard diesels, and 232 GT of internal volume, it balances swift passages with comfortable living. Accommodations for 8 guests, 5 heads, and 3 crew cabins support extended cruising, while the aluminum deck and hull underscore strength and lightweight performance.

Features of the Model

• Performance profile: up to 28 kn max and 8 kn cruise (32.22 mph / 9.21 mph)
• Twin MTU inboard diesel propulsion for reliable power delivery
• 232 gross tons of volume across a 125 ft LOA and 24 ft beam
• Hull in aluminum; deck material: Aluminum
• Guest accommodations for 8; 5 heads; 3 crew cabins
• Hull and interior design attributed to Heesen

Technical Specifications

• LOA: 125 ft (38.38 m)
• Beam: 24 ft (7.42 m)
• Max draft: 22.692 ft (6.9166 m)
• Speed: Cruise 8 kn (9.21 mph); Max 28 kn (32.22 mph)
• Gross tonnage: 232 GT
• Engines: 2 x MTU, Inboard, Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 9,246.02 gal
• Hull material: aluminum
• Deck material: Aluminum
• Hull designer: Heesen
• Interior designer: Heesen

Pricing and Ordering

For pricing, current availability, and to arrange a private viewing of the 1996 Heesen, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team can guide you through specification review, survey and sea trial coordination, negotiation, and post-purchase support.

Questions and Answers

Q: Who is the builder of the 1996 Heesen? A: The builder isHeesen Yachts. This pedigree underscores proven quality and detailed finish. Keybuilderheritage is central to long-term value and serviceability.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: The LOAis 125 ft (38.38 m),beamis 24 ft (7.42 m), and maximumdraftis 22.692 ft (6.9166 m), offering notable stability and interior volume at 232 GT.

Q: What are the speeds and engines? A: Twin MTUinboarddieselengines deliver a topspeedof 28 kn (32.22 mph) and a comfortable cruise of 8 kn (9.21 mph).

Q: How many guests and crew can it accommodate? A: There are accommodationsfor 8 guests (sleeps 8), with5 heads, plus3 crewcabins for professional operation and service.

Q: What about construction and fuel capacity? A: The yacht features an aluminumhull in the class ofaluminum yachtsand analuminumdeck.Fuel capacityis 9,246.02 gallons. For detailed purchase guidance, speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and captains who know the 1996 Heesengenerally describe a purpose-built, high‑performance super‑sportfisherman fromHeesen Yachtsthat remains quick and capable. The planing aluminium hull is reported in listings with top speeds in the low 30s knots and a typical cruise in the high 20s, making fast transits to fishing grounds straightforward. At the same time, multiple brokerage notes cite economical long‑range passages at displacement speeds, and the large working/deck spaces and sportfisher fit-out suit serious angling as well as tenders, toys, and relaxed family time.

Onboard, listings show practical accommodations with four cabins for 8–10 guests (owner suite, VIP, and twins) and crew space for roughly 5–6, with interior design credits including Diaship and Kitty van der Kamp. Usage patterns span family cruising and private charter capability, and one broker even noted that “the owner believes the time has come for someone to take [the yacht] and use her in a more exciting and ‘fit for purpose’ manner,” underscoring the platform’s performance headroom. As with any planing aluminium yacht of this vintage, owners plan for corrosion management and periodic structural surveys, routine MTU diesel servicing and overhauls, and the usual refit items (running gear, paint, and systems upgrades); the build engineering and support network associated with Heesen Yachtsare cited positively in refit and management commentary.

In real-world conditions, the boat’s planing nature means exhilarating acceleration and speed, with the tradeoff that such hulls are less forgiving in short, steep chop than modern FDHF or full-displacement forms. Overall, feedback from listings and refit case notes portrays the 1996 Heesenas a fast, fish‑focused platform that doubles as a practical family cruiser and charter‑capable yacht when maintained to yard standards.

Pros and Cons

• Fast, planing aluminium hull delivers low‑30‑kn top speeds with a high‑20s‑kn cruise for sportfishing and rapid passages.
• Versatile brief: set up for sportfisher use yet proven for family cruising, charter listings, and economical long‑range runs at displacement speeds.
• Practical layout and deck plan, with 4 guest cabins for 8–10 and ample working/leisure spaces for fishing gear, tenders, and toys.
• Planing hulls trade ride comfort for speed and can be less forgiving in short, steep chop than modern FDHF/displacement designs.
• Aluminium construction demands ongoing corrosion management, periodic surveys, and occasional localized repairs over a long ownership cycle.
• Twin MTU diesels of this vintage require routine servicing and periodic overhauls, adding predictable but material running costs.

Comparison with Other Models