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INACE - Explorer 105 - For Sale

Built by INACE, theExplorer 105is amotor yachtwith trueexpedition focusand a robuststeel build. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, it blends capable performance with practical volume for serious cruising.

Selecting a Explorer 105

Choosing the Explorer 105means prioritizing range-minded cruising characteristics, efficiency, and safety. As aexpedition yachtbuilt on asteel platform, it offers reassuring strength at sea, a steady 10-knot cruising profile, and generous capacities for extended itineraries. Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales will help align thismotor yachtwith your program—whether that’s ocean passages or self-sufficient seasonal cruising.

Features of the Model

Twin Volvo Penta inboard diesel power for dependable propulsion

Cruising speed of 10 kn and maximum speed of 13 kn for comfortable passagemaking

Substantial 230 gross tons for volume and stowage

Steel hulland steel deck for rugged durability

Hull and interior design by Inace

Accommodation count: 8; sleeps: 5; heads: 4 for flexible liveability

Large tankage: 17,131.56 gal fuel and 2,588.89 gal water

Technical Specifications

Model and builder: Explorer 105byINACE

Type: motor yacht; Class:expedition yacht

Hull: steel; Deck material: Steel

LOA: 105 ft (32.28 m)

Beam: 23 ft (7.14 m)

Draft (min): 25.153 ft (7.6666 m)

Gross tonnage: 230

Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta; Type: Inboard; Fuel: Diesel

Cruising speed: 10 kn (11.51 mph)

Maximum speed: 13 kn (14.96 mph)

Accommodation count: 8; Sleeps: 5; Heads: 4

Fuel capacity: 17,131.56 gal

Water capacity: 2,588.89 gal

Hull designer: Inace; Interior designer: Inace

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and build guidance on the Explorer 105, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate details withINACEand advise on specifications, timelines, and survey/sea-trial arrangements.

Questions and Answers

What type of yacht is the Explorer 105? TheExplorer 105is amotor yachtpositioned within theexpedition segmentand constructed on asteel constructionfoundation.

What are the key details of the enginesandspeed? It is powered by 2 x Volvo Pentainboarddieselengines, with a cruisingspeedof 10 kn (11.51 mph) and a maximumspeedof 13 kn (14.96 mph).

How many peoplecan stay aboard and how manyheadsare there? Accommodation count is 8 withsleepsfor 5 and 4heads, offering flexible arrangements for guests and crew.

What are the primary materialsand who handled thedesign? The hull issteelwith a steel deck; hull and interiordesignare by Inace.

How do I purchaseor arrange aninspection? Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss purchase steps, inspections, and logistics for theExplorer 105. Our team liaises directly withINACE.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Explorer 105byINACEfor genuine bluewater autonomy and predictable behavior at sea. Real‑world listings for the sistership Victoria cite roughly 4,500 nm at 10 knots, and the series runs as a displacement platform with an easy 10‑knot cruise and about 13 knots at the top end. Reports on sister Inace Explorers point to tank‑tested hull forms and a sea‑kindly motion proven over long passages, including trans‑ocean mileage.

Life aboard reads less like a typical 100‑footer and more like a small ship. Owners describe the “room and feel of a much larger vessel,” with layouts commonly offering 3–4 cabins including an owner’s suite and guest staterooms, plus dedicated crew quarters. Multiple social zones—salon, skylounge, and flybridge—support family cruising and liveaboard use, and convertible skylounge berths help absorb extra guests. Large tankage and residential amenities reinforce the yacht’s extended‑autonomy brief.

Ownership patterns tend to be private and owner‑operated with a small professional crew. Machinery is typically commercial‑grade—examples across the Explorer class include twin Volvo Penta TAMD 165A or similar heavy‑duty diesels—and documented refits on sister hulls have included new generators and engine overhauls. While systems are often arranged for in‑vessel service, upkeep reflects the standards of steel/aluminium expedition yachts, so buyers plan accordingly for ongoing maintenance.

Pros and Cons

True long-range autonomy, with a sister Explorer 105(Victoria) listed around 4,500 nm at 10 knots.

Sea-kindly, efficient displacement ride with tank-tested hull forms and proven trans-ocean passages on sister ships.

Spacious interior with the room and feel of a larger yacht, flexible 3–4 cabin layouts plus skylounge berths and dedicated crew spaces.

Modest speeds (about 10-knot cruise, ~13-knot max) will not suit buyers prioritizing fast hops.

Steel/aluminium expedition build and commercial-grade systems translate to higher ongoing service budgets.

Older examples may require major mechanical works at refit, such as generator replacements or engine overhauls documented on sister hulls.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
Explorer 105	105' 0" (32.28 m)	23' 0" (7.14 m)	25' 2" (7.67 m)	10 kn / 13 kn	230
Explorer	126' 0" (38.40 m)	26' 0" (7.92 m)	24' 1" (7.33 m) – 26' 3" (8 m)	11 kn / 13 kn	-
Explora 131	131' 0" (39.93 m)	27' 0" (8.36 m)	23' 9" (7.25 m)	10 kn / 12 kn	350
Aventura 130	130' 0" (39.62 m)	27' 0" (8.50 m)	22' 12" (7 m) – 26' 3" (8 m)	10 kn / 12 kn	460
FHI 90	90' 0" (27.41 m)	-	-	10 kn / 13 kn	230
Explora 135	134' 0" (40.87 m)	27' 0" (8.23 m)	27' 1" (8.25 m)	10 kn / 14 kn	390
Explora 145	145' 0" (44.20 m)	30' 0" (9.14 m)	22' 12" (7 m)	10 kn / 12 kn	499
Explora 90	90' 0" (27.43 m)	23' 0" (7.01 m)	21' 4" (6.50 m) – 22' 12" (7 m)	10 kn / 13 kn	138
Aventura 164	164' 0" (49.99 m)	30' 0" (9.20 m)	21' 4" (6.50 m) – 23' 7" (7.20 m)	11 kn / 13 kn	498
INACE EXPLORER 80	78' 0" (23.90 m)	-	6' 11" (2.10 m)	-	-