Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 48 WidebodybyKROGENfocuses on efficient cruising and onboard comfort, pairing steady performance with accommodations for eight. As amotor yachtwithin themotor yachtssegment, it features afiberglasshull and fiberglass decks. For tailored guidance and viewing arrangements, contact Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team.
Selecting a 48 Widebody
Choosing the 48 Widebodymeans prioritizing easygoing efficiency and generous capacity. With a single inboard diesel from John Deere, the yacht offers a simple, proven propulsion setup for 7-knot cruising and up to 9 knots when needed. Sleeping for eight and two heads make it practical for family trips or extended weekends, while substantial fuel (1,000 gal) and water (400 gal) tankage support longer stays aboard.
Features of the Model
- Purposeful cruising profile: 7-knot cruise and 9-knot max
- Single John Deere inboard diesel for straightforward operation
- Sleeps 8 with 2 heads for flexible guest arrangements
- Substantial tankage: 1,000 gal fuel and 400 gal water
- fiberglasshull; fiberglass decks
- A refined motor yachtpositioned within themotor yachtsclass
Technical Specifications
- Model: 48 Widebody
- Builder: KROGEN
- Type: motor yacht(segment:motor yachts)
- Hull: fiberglass
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 48 ft (14.63 m)
- Beam: 17 ft (5.28 m)
- Draft: 16.404 ft (5 m)
- Cruise speed: 7 kn (8.06 mph)
- Max speed: 9 kn (10.36 mph)
- Engines: 1 x John Deere, Inboard, Diesel
- Sleeps: 8; Heads: 2
- Fuel capacity: 1,000 gal
- Water capacity: 400 gal
Pricing and Ordering
Availability and pricing for the 48 Widebodyvary with market conditions and individual vessel configuration. For current opportunities, pricing guidance, and to schedule a private viewing, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help you evaluate options and secure the right yacht on the best terms.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the cruising and maximum speeds of the 48 Widebody? A: The yacht’scruise speedis 7 kn (8.06 mph) and itstop speedis 9 kn (10.36 mph).
Q: How many people can the 48 Widebodyaccommodate and how many heads are onboard? A: Itsleeps 8and provides2 heads, offering flexible arrangements for family and guests.
Q: What engine powers the 48 Widebody? A: AsingleJohn Deereinboarddieselpowers the yacht, emphasizing simplicity and efficiency.
Q: What are the principal dimensions of the 48 Widebody? A:LOAis 48 ft (14.63 m),beamis 17 ft (5.28 m), anddraftis 16.404 ft (5 m).
Q: What are the hull and deck materials and tank capacities? A: The hull is fiberglass, the deck isfiberglass,fuel capacityis1,000 gal, andwater capacityis400 gal. As amotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment, it’s configured for efficient cruising and comfortable living.
Owner Experience Review
Owners turn to the 48 WidebodyfromKROGENfor genuinely long-range cruising—Great Loop runs, ocean passages, and months aboard—often as owner-operator couples. Several report using professional delivery crews or trainer-led handovers at the start, and boats with three-cabin layouts are sought when family or friends will join for stretches.
Underway, typical reports put the comfortable, economical sweet spot around 6–8 knots. The hull’s heavy displacement tracks solidly and stays composed in a seaway, with the tall bow helping keep the ride dry, though owners note that tight-quarters maneuvering is not its forte and a bow thruster or practiced hands make dockings smoother.
Life aboard is a strong suit: the widebody saloon delivers living space that owners say feels like a much larger boat, with an airy pilothouse and a high-ceiling forward master among the recurring compliments. On the care side, earlier North Sea versions drew comments about engine-room access, while the later 48 AE added a lifting staircase and a second hatch to improve it. Routine upkeep is part of the ownership rhythm—fuel and filter changes, sea-strainer and watermaker service—with surveys and owner notes calling out raw-water pump leaks and periodic generator servicing or rebuilds; engine rooms are generally spacious, but the systems reward attentive maintenance.
Pros and Cons
- Efficient long-range cruising at about 6–8 knots with economical fuel burn.
- Very seaworthy ride with a tall bow and solid tracking that stays dry in waves.
- Widebody saloon and liveaboard-friendly ergonomics deliver interior volume that feels like a much larger boat.
- Heavy displacement limits close-quarters agility, so a bow thruster and experience help with tight docking.
- Earlier North Sea versions drew engine-room access complaints, addressed on 48 AE by a lifting staircase and second hatch.
- Surveys and owner reports cite raw-water pump leaks and generator service/rebuilds as recurring maintenance items.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 53' 0" (16.15 m) | 14' 0" (4.55 m) | 14' 6" (4.42 m) | 18 kn / 22 kn | - |
| N/A | 58' 0" (17.68 m) | 18' 0" (5.74 m) | 17' 3" (5.25 m) | 9 kn / 10 kn | - |
| 50 Open | 50' 0" (15.24 m) | 17' 0" (5.31 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | 8 kn / 10 kn | - |
| Raised Pilothouse | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 17' 0" (5.28 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 7 kn / 9 kn | - |
| 44 AE Widebody | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 16' 0" (4.98 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | 8 kn / 9 kn | - |
| 48 Widebody | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 17' 0" (5.28 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 7 kn / 9 kn | - |
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