OFFSHORE YACHTS - 48 Pilothouse Motor Yacht - For Sale

Crafted by OFFSHORE YACHTS, the48 Pilothouse Motor Yachtis a versatilemotor yachtbuilt on afiberglass and plastic buildplatform with a Bill Crealock–designed Modified V-Hull. Twin inboard diesel Cummins power supports a 14.5-knot cruise and 16.5-knot max, with accommodations for 4 and two heads for extended coastal runs. Shestakov Yacht Sales — led by broker Andrey Shestakov — is ready to advise you on selection, survey, and closing.

Selecting a 48 Pilothouse Motor Yacht

Choosing the 48 Pilothouse Motor Yachtmeans pairing provenOFFSHORE YACHTScraftsmanship with practical performance and comfort. If you value a pilothouse command position, reliable twin inboard diesels, and a 48' footprint with a 15' beam, Shestakov Yacht Sales — including Andrey Shestakov — will align condition, timing, and budget to the right opportunity.

Features of the Model

• Crealock naval architecture: a Modified V-Hull by Bill Crealock for confident tracking and balanced ride.
• Efficient propulsion: 2x Cummins inboard diesels for a 14.5 kn cruising pace and 16.5 kn top end.
• Capable dimensions: LOA 48 ft (14.63 m), beam 15 ft (4.72 m), draft 13.944 ft (4.25 m).
• Practical cruising layout: sleeps 4 with 2 heads for comfortable passages.
• Construction details: fiberglass deck and a fiberglass and plastic buildhull classification.
• Classification: positioned as a capable motor yachtfor coastal and passage cruising.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: OFFSHORE YACHTS
• Model: 48 Pilothouse Motor Yacht
• Category: motor yacht class
• Hull category: fiberglass and plastic build
• LOA: 48 ft (14.63 m)
• Beam: 15 ft (4.72 m)
• Draft (max): 13.944 ft (4.25 m)
• Hull configuration: Modified V-Hull
• Hull designer: Bill Crealock
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Engines: 2 x Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising speed: 14.5 kn (16.69 mph)
• Maximum speed: 16.5 kn (18.99 mph)
• Accommodations: 4
• Heads: 2
• Fuel capacity: 600 gal
• Water capacity: 300 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to organize inspections and a sea trial of the 48 Pilothouse Motor Yacht, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Andrey Shestakov will coordinate specification reviews, offers, logistics, and closing to streamline your purchase of thismotor yachtbyOFFSHORE YACHTS.

Questions and Answers

Q: What are the performance figures for the 48 Pilothouse Motor Yacht? A: The yacht offers acruising speedof 14.5 kn (16.69 mph) and atop speedof 16.5 kn (18.99 mph), powered by twininboard diesel Cumminsengines.

Q: Who designed the hull and what type is it? A: It features a Modified V-HullbyBill Crealock, riding on afiberglass and plastic buildplatform for durable, low‑maintenance ownership.

Q: How many people can stay aboard comfortably? A: There are accommodations for 4and2 heads, ideal for couples cruising with guests.

Q: What are the key dimensions I should know? A: LOA 48 ft (14.63 m),Beam 15 ft (4.72 m), andDraft 13.944 ft (4.25 m)define the footprint and waterway access of the boat.

Q: How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Connect with Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor a guided process—spec review, offers, survey, and closing—on thismotor yachtfromOFFSHORE YACHTS.

Owner Experience Review

Owners tend to run the 48 Pilothouse Motor YachtbyOFFSHORE YACHTSas an owner‑operator family cruiser for weekend getaways and extended coastal passages, with some using the two‑stateroom layout for occasional liveaboard time. The hull is intended for serious passagemaking, and expert trials back that up: one professional sea trial pushed through Tropical Storm Mitch with roughly 60 mph winds and reported a seakindly motion without excessive rolling. Underway, the modified‑V form (around 11° of deadrise aft) transitions smoothly from displacement to planing; typical cruise is reported at 16–18 knots with Cummins 450 hp or Cat 420 hp power. Handling caveats from testing note that helm ergonomics and the narrow flybridge can affect comfort and visibility in some conditions.

Ashore and aboard, surveyors and experts repeatedly note high‑quality teak joinery and generally good fit and finish. The salon feels generous but is split into many levels—one expert counted seven—so circulation can feel fragmented over a long day. The galley‑down arrangement has limited counter space and no dedicated dinette, and while the midships master is a walk‑around, both staterooms are on the small side with a climb‑over double forward. Large, low windows deliver excellent sightlines but can create a greenhouse effect in sunny climates, putting extra demand on the air‑conditioning.

Long‑term ownership calls for vigilance in several areas highlighted by surveys and owner notes. Engine‑room inspections have found oil and wet‑exhaust leaks and at least one turbo replacement on used examples; rigid copper fuel piping hard‑clamped to structure can stress fittings and benefits from reworked flex connections. Install details such as a genset under a lazarette hatch with shallow gutters and stainless water tanks on plywood have been flagged as corrosion risks, and the window‑to‑wood interface is a known long‑term leak path. Service hatches in the galley and cockpit help with access, but questions about repower difficulty and cost remain case‑dependent on engine choice and shop experience.

Pros and Cons

• Seakindly in heavy seas, with a professional sea trial reporting composed behavior in tropical‑storm conditions.
• Smooth modified‑V ride with a clean transition to plane and a typical 16–18‑knot cruise on Cummins 450hp or Cat 420hp power.
• High‑quality teak joinery and generally strong fit and finish throughout.
• Salon broken into many levels, leading to fragmented circulation that can feel tiring over time.
• Multiple maintenance watchpoints noted: engine‑room oil/exhaust leaks, rigid copper fuel plumbing stressing fittings, genset under shallow‑gutter hatch, stainless tanks on plywood, and window‑to‑wood leak risk.
• Helm ergonomics and a narrow flybridge can hinder comfort and visibility in some conditions.

Comparison with Other Models