Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 52 SportfishbyOCEAN YACHTSis amotor yachttailored for serious anglers as a capablesport fishermanwith a ruggedfiberglass and plasticconstruction. At Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov provides personalized guidance to align this platform with your fishing and cruising objectives.
Selecting a 52 Sportfish
Choosing the 52 Sportfish means prioritizing reliable performance and purpose-built fishability. With a 28-knot cruise and 31-knot top end, twin MTU inboard diesel power, and generous fuel and water capacities, the 52 Sportfishbalances range, speed, and day-to-day practicality. If you value amotor yachtconfigured expressly as asport fishermanand built on a durablefiberglass and plasticplatform, this model deserves close consideration with Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.
Features of the Model
- Purpose-built fish and cruise capability driven by twin MTU inboard diesel engines.
- Confident performance with a 28-knot cruising speed and 31-knot maximum speed.
- Strong hull in the fiberglass and plasticclass and a fiberglass deck for durability and easy upkeep.
- Practical dimensions (52 ft LOA, 16 ft beam) and a maximum draft of 14.217 ft for offshore work.
- Onboard utility supported by 860 gallons of fuel, 150 gallons of water, and 3 heads.
Technical Specifications
- Builder: OCEAN YACHTS
- Model: 52 Sportfish
- Classification: motor yacht/sport fisherman
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 52 ft (15.85 m)
- Beam: 16 ft (4.98 m)
- Max draft: 14.217 ft (4.3333 m)
- Engines: 2 × MTU, Inboard, Diesel
- Cruising speed: 28 kn (32.22 mph)
- Maximum speed: 31 kn (35.67 mph)
- Fuel capacity: 860 gal
- Water capacity: 150 gal
- Heads: 3
Pricing and Ordering
Pricing and availability for the 52 Sportfishare provided on request. Contact Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss current market opportunities, inspection planning, and the most efficient path to ownership. Broker Andrey Shestakov will coordinate valuations, viewings, and negotiations tailored to your brief.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the yacht type of the 52 Sportfish? A: The 52 Sportfishis amotor yachtdesigned as asport fishermanwith afiberglass and plasticbuild.
Q: Who builds the 52 Sportfish and what powers it? A: It’s built by OCEAN YACHTSand powered by2 MTU inboard dieselengines for dependable performance.
Q: What are the key performancefigures? A: Expect a28-kncruising speed (32.22 mph) and31-knmaximum speed (35.67 mph) from the52 Sportfish.
Q: What are the essential dimensionsanddraft? A: LOA is52 ft (15.85 m), beam16 ft (4.98 m), and maximum draft14.217 ft (4.3333 m).
Q: How do I buythrough Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out to Shestakov Yacht Sales; brokerAndrey Shestakovwill outline options, arrange viewings, and guide you through offer, survey, and closing for the52 Sportfish.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and test crews describe the 52 SportfishfromOCEAN YACHTSas quick and confidence‑inspiring offshore. Marlin’s review likened the down‑sea run to “riding a fast horse,” recorded about 27 kt at 1,700 rpm and a top near 38.8 kt; owners commonly report a 24–27 kt cruise and note roughly 0.5 nautical miles per gallon at those speeds. Close‑quarters handling earns praise too, with an owner calling it “extremely responsive in docking.”
Aboard, the bi‑level salon with raised galley and the three‑stateroom, three‑head layout are repeatedly cited as very livable for family and extended cruising. The roomy flybridge and salon suit weekend entertaining, and one owner even remarked that lacking bridge A/C wasn’t a drawback for them.
The principal compromises show up around service access and aging systems on older examples. You won’t stand upright in the engine room and there’s little space outboard of the engines, which makes some maintenance tasks tighter. Forum threads also caution that legacy two‑cycle Detroit packages and Galley Maid heads can be noisy or temperamental, and high‑hour generators may be a red flag—items worth close scrutiny during survey.
Pros and Cons
- Quick, confidence‑inspiring performance with ~24–27‑kt cruise and ~38.8‑kt top, plus a notably smooth down‑sea ride.
- Tournament‑ready cockpit with fish boxes, baitwells, and a proper rigging station.
- Very livable three‑stateroom, three‑head interior with a roomy salon and flybridge for entertaining.
- Tight engine room with no stand‑up headroom and limited outboard access complicates maintenance.
- Master stateroom storage is limited according to owners.
- Older examples may carry 2‑cycle Detroits, Galley Maid heads, or high‑hour generators that can be noisy, temperamental, and expensive.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Sportfish | 52' 0" (15.85 m) | 16' 0" (4.98 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | 28 kn / 31 kn | - |
| 55 Super Sport | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 16' 0" (4.98 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | - | - |
| Super Sport | 60' 0" (18.29 m) | 17' 0" (5.18 m) | - | 30 kn / 35 kn | - |
| 50 Super Sport | 50' 0" (15.24 m) | 16' 0" (5.16 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) – 15' 7" (4.75 m) | 30 kn / 35 kn | - |
| Convertible | 58' 0" (17.68 m) | 17' 0" (5.33 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) | 30 kn / 36 kn | - |
| Sportfish | 57' 0" (17.37 m) | 16' 0" (5.13 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) | 27 kn / 38 kn | - |
| Sport FIsh | 40' 0" (12.29 m) | 14' 0" (4.32 m) | 12' 0" (3.67 m) | - | - |
| 48 Super Sport | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | - | 27 kn / 32 kn | - |
| 48 Convertible | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | - | - | - |
| 55 | 55' 0" (16.99 m) | 16' 0" (4.98 m) | - | - | 48 |
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