Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsDiscover the 72 PilothousebyOcean Alexander—a timelessmotor yachtwithin the family ofmotor yachts, engineered on afiberglass and plastic hull. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a 72 Pilothouse
Choosing the right yacht begins with proven design and trustworthy craftsmanship. The 72 Pilothousedelivers a 73 ft (22.38 m) platform with an 18 ft (5.77 m) beam and accommodations for 4, all shaped by designer Evan Marshall inside and out. TwinCaterpillarpower (2 engines) underscores reliability, while thefiberglass and plastic constructionadds durability and ease of maintenance. For buyers focused on a premiummotor yachtfrom a pedigreed builder,Ocean Alexanderstands out, and Shestakov Yacht Sales—led by Andrey Shestakov—will guide you through every step.
Features of the Model
- Evan Marshall design for both hull and interior
- Twin Caterpillarengines (2)
- Sleeps 4
- Fuel capacity: 1,500 gallons; fresh water: 300 gallons
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Fiberglass and plastic hull construction
- Beam: 18 ft (5.77 m)
- LOA: 73 ft (22.38 m); Max draft: 17.771 ft (5.4166 m)
Technical Specifications
- Model: 72 Pilothouse
- Builder: Ocean Alexander
- Category: motor yachts/motor yacht
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 73 ft (22.38 m)
- Beam: 18 ft (5.77 m)
- Draft (max): 17.771 ft (5.4166 m)
- Engines: 2 x Caterpillar
- Sleeps: 4
- Fuel capacity: 1,500 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 300 gal
- Hull designer: Evan Marshall
- Interior designer: Evan Marshall
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss suitable motor yachtopportunities aboard the72 PilothousebyOcean Alexander, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate viewings, provide market insights, and help you secure the right yacht at the right terms.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the key dimensions of the 72 Pilothouse? A: The yacht has anLOAof 73 ft (22.38 m), abeamof 18 ft (5.77 m), and amax draftof 17.771 ft (5.4166 m).
Q: Who designed the yacht? A: Both the hullandinteriorwere designed byEvan Marshall, ensuring cohesive styling and functionality throughout the72 Pilothouse.
Q: What powers this motor yacht? A: Propulsion comes from2 Caterpillar engines, delivering the dependable performance owners expect fromOcean Alexander.
Q: What is the hull and deck construction? A: The hull is a fiberglass and plastic layupand thedeck materialisFiberglass.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard and what are the tank capacities? A: The yacht sleeps 4, withfuel capacityof 1,500 gallons andfresh watercapacity of 300 gallons—ideal figures for a premiummotor yachtscruiser represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov.
Owner Experience Review
Owners who run the 72 PilothousefromOcean Alexandertend to use it as a true owner-operator cruiser for family time in the Pacific Northwest and for confident coastal passages—one owner put it simply: "We've had the time of our lives." It supports long-range and delivery-style use with a practical range of about 1,200 nm at an efficient 9–10 knots, while sea trials have shown around 18–19 knots at cruise and roughly 23 knots at wide open throttle. Underway, the semi-displacement hull feels solid and reliable in swells, with purposeful pitch and little roll when the Keypower stabilizers are engaged. The raised pilothouse offers an all-weather helm, and while the flybridge is very usable, reviewers noted spray on rougher days that can nudge you back to the pilothouse to drive.
On board, the full-beam owner’s stateroom with a private stair is praised for space, storage, and a large en suite. Layouts are flexible and often customized—galley and flybridge choices in particular—while the flybridge itself is a social hub with a marble-topped bar, L-shaped lounge, barbecue, and Stidd helm seats; the salon fit-out reads as comfortably yacht-like. Stepping up to this size brings a learning curve—“Again, heart in throat”—but service access helps: the engine room offers comfortable headroom around 188 cm and direct access from the lazarette, with twin Caterpillar C18 ACERT mains and twin Kohler gensets. Hydraulic-driven systems (Keypower fin stabilizers, thrusters, windlass, dinghy crane) add capability yet concentrate service items; reviewers also noted a practical leak where the flybridge clears meet the screen, plus small annoyances like sharp hatch clips and a primarily 110V outlet layout.
Pros and Cons
- Solid, ocean-capable semi-displacement ride with Keypower stabilizers that keep motion purposeful with little roll.
- Practical long-range efficiency of about 1,200 nm at 9–10 knots for delivery passages or extended cruising.
- Comfortable, customizable liveability with a full-beam owner’s stateroom and social flybridge with bar and lounge.
- Flybridge can take spray in rougher conditions, often pushing helmsmen back to the raised pilothouse.
- Reported fitment issue of a leak where the flybridge clears meet the screen on the reviewed boat.
- Extensive hydraulic and auxiliary systems (stabilizers, thrusters, windlass, crane, twin gensets) add maintenance complexity, with minor niggles like sharp hatch clips and US-style 110V outlets.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Pilothouse | 73' 0" (22.38 m) | 18' 0" (5.77 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | - | - |
| Divergence 45 | 44' 0" (13.61 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | 10' 1" (3.08 m) | 26 kn / 34 kn | - |
| 548 Pilot House | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 17' 0" (5.31 m) | 14' 6" (4.42 m) | 9 kn / 21 kn | - |
| 42 Sedan | 42' 0" (12.80 m) | 14' 0" (4.47 m) | - | - | - |
| FLYBRIDGE | 70' 0" (21.34 m) | 18' 0" (5.64 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) – 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 18 kn / 24 kn | - |
| 70e | 70' 0" (21.34 m) | 18' 0" (5.54 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) – 16' 5" (5 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 78000 |
| 85E | 85' 0" (25.91 m) | 20' 0" (6.12 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | - | - |
| 83E | 85' 0" (25.91 m) | 20' 0" (6.12 m) | 19' 5" (5.92 m) | - | - |
| 100 MY | 100' 0" (30.68 m) | 23' 0" (7.01 m) | 18' 1" (5.50 m) – 21' 1" (6.42 m) | 19 kn / 22 kn | 200 |
| 54 | 54' 0" (16.46 m) | 15' 0" (4.57 m) | 18' 10" (5.75 m) | 10 kn / 12 kn | - |
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