OCEAN KING - Explorer 130 - For Sale

The Explorer 130byOCEAN KINGis a robustmotor yachtwithin the broader family ofmotor yachts, built on asteel hullplatform with a full-displacement configuration for confident passagemaking. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, this model is brokered personally by Andrey Shestakov for buyers seeking serious volume and capability.

Selecting a Explorer 130

Choose the Explorer 130if you value the security of asteel hulland the comfort of a full-displacement ride, paired with twin CAT inboard diesels for reliable propulsion. With accommodation for up to 12 guests and five dedicated crew cabins, it suits extended cruising programs and charter-oriented layouts. As amotor yachtpositioned among leadingmotor yachts, it combines substantial gross tonnage (500 GT) with practical speeds of 12 kn cruising and 14 kn maximum. Consult Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to align layout and build specifications with your plans.

Features of the Model

• Category alignment: a true motor yachtin the class ofmotor yachts.
• Structure: steel constructionwith full-displacement hull and steel deck for durability.
• Power: twin CAT inboard diesel engines for straightforward, serviceable propulsion.
• Volume and capacity: 500 GT gross tonnage, large fuel and water reserves for extended itineraries.
• Guest and crew planning: up to 12 guests plus five crew cabins to support professional operations.
• Practical performance: 12 kn cruise (approx. 13.81 mph) and 14 kn maximum (approx. 16.11 mph).

Technical Specifications

• Builder: OCEAN KING
• Model: Explorer 130
• Class: motor yachts; Subclass:motor yacht
• Hull: steel; Configuration: Full Displacement; Deck: Steel
• LOA: 130 ft (39.62 m)
• Beam: 33 ft (10.21 m)
• Max Draft: 38.812 ft (11.83 m)
• Gross Tonnage: 500 GT
• Engines: 2 x CAT, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruise Speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Max Speed: 14 kn (16.11 mph)
• Accommodation: up to 12
• Crew Cabins: 5
• Fuel Capacity: 51,254 gal
• Fresh Water Capacity: 5,548 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, configurations, and availability of the Explorer 130byOCEAN KING, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate specifications, timelines, and survey support tailored to your program.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Explorer 130? A: It’s amotor yachtpositioned within the broader class ofmotor yachts, built on asteel hullfoundation for robust cruising.

Q: Who is the builder of this model? A: The Explorer 130is built byOCEAN KING. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by Andrey Shestakov, will guide you through specification review and acquisition.

Q: What performance should I expect? A: Performancefigures include a 12-kn cruise (about 13.81 mph) and 14-kn maximum (about 16.11 mph), delivered by twinCATinboarddieselengines and a full-displacement hull for composed running.

Q: How many people can it accommodate? A: Accommodationis designed for up to 12 guests, withcrewsupported by five dedicated crew cabins to maintain service standards on extended trips.

Q: What are the key construction and capacity details? A: The yacht features a steeldeck and asteel hullconfiguration withFull Displacementdesign, plus largecapacitiesof approximately 51,254 gal of fuel and 5,548 gal of fresh water for range planning under expert guidance from Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Explorer 130byOCEAN KINGfor exactly what it was conceived to do: long-range family exploring with the option to charter and cross oceans. One early brief summed it up: "I was looking for a displacement boat between 35 and 40 metres…40 metres is probably the maximum size that allows you to have fun." Underway, the converted supply‑vessel hull—reworked with a bulb bow and stern changes—feels beamy and very stable, and the raised pilothouse offers 360° visibility. Sea‑trial numbers align with that mission, with a comfortable 12‑knot cruise and about 13–14 knots at the top, while noise and vibration are kept in check with yachting‑grade insulation.

For those planning true passages, the reported range is the headline: roughly 9,000 nm at 10 knots and exceeding 10,000 nm at 8 knots after the modifications. Onboard, the volume from the wide beam translates into a full‑beam owner’s suite on the upper deck and generous guest cabins, with an interior that reads practical and residential—think an inviting galley with orange Corian and Miele appliances—rather than overtly opulent. Behind the scenes, the commercial‑grade steel build, heavy‑duty systems, and twin Caterpillar C32s are chosen for reliability and serviceability, though the original conversion’s “enormous” engine room and the scale of the machinery do shape maintenance planning. Public, model‑specific owner reports are limited, and no recurring defects surfaced in our research.

Pros and Cons

• Transoceanic range with reported ~9,000 nm at 10 kn and over 10,000 nm at 8 kn after modifications.
• Beamy, stable hull with strong seakeeping and a pilothouse offering 360° visibility.
• Commercial‑grade build with twin Caterpillar C32s and robust systems that are serviceable worldwide.
• Modest top speed around 13–14 kn compared to faster planing yachts.
• System scale and commercial hardware increase space and planning demands for maintenance.
• Interior skews practical and residential rather than overtly opulent, which may not suit all tastes.

Comparison with Other Models