Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsExperience the confident performance and contemporary lines of the Pershing 5XfromPERSHING—amotor yachtwithin themotor yachtssegment, built on afiberglass and plastic yachtshull with a Fiberglass deck. At Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov is ready to guide you through selection, inspection, and purchase.
Selecting a Pershing 5X
Choosing a Pershing 5X means opting for a versatile size profile—54 ft LOA and 14 ft beam—that suits both private getaways and entertaining aboard. Twin Caterpillar propulsion provides dependable power, while the minimal draft of 4.429 ft helps broaden your cruising options in shallower waters. Work with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to evaluate availability and configuration that best matches your plans as a discerning motor yachtowner.
Features of the Model
- Built by PERSHINGwith the hallmark quality expected of a premiummotor yacht
- Hull constructed within the fiberglass and plastic yachtsclass; deck finished in Fiberglass
- Twin Caterpillar engines (2) for balanced, reliable propulsion
- Manageable footprint: 54 ft LOA, 14 ft beam, and a 4.429 ft minimum draft for flexible marina and anchorage choices
- Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales with dedicated brokerage support from Andrey Shestakov
Technical Specifications
- Builder: PERSHING
- Model: Pershing 5X
- Category: motor yachts
- Subcategory: motor yacht
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic yachts
- Deck: Fiberglass
- LOA: 54 ft (16.46 m)
- Beam: 14 ft (4.38 m)
- Minimum Draft: 4.429 ft (1.35 m)
- Engines: 2 x Caterpillar
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a private viewing of the Pershing 5X, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate inspections, documentation, and closing to ensure a smooth purchase experience.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the Pershing 5X? A: It is amotor yachtpositioned within the broadermotor yachtscategory and built byPERSHING.
Q: What are the hull and deck materials? A: The hull is classified under fiberglass and plastic yachts, and the deck isFiberglass.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOAis 54 ft (16.46 m),beamis 14 ft (4.38 m), andminimum draftis 4.429 ft (1.35 m).
Q: What engines power the yacht? A: The model is equipped with 2 x Caterpillarengines, providing dependable, twin-enginepower.
Q: How can I buy or schedule a viewing? A: ContactAndrey Shestakov atShestakov Yacht Salesto discuss availability, pricing, and to arrange a professionalinspectionof thePershing 5X.
Owner Experience Review
Owners tend to use the Pershing 5Xas an owner‑operated weekender for coastal family cruising, and it also appears as a high‑end day boat or tender serving largerPERSHINGyachts, with some hulls turning up in day‑charter and demo listings. On the water, expectations split by propulsion: an expert IPS sea trial reported roughly a 35‑knot top and ~30‑knot cruise with IPS900, while the builder’s surface‑drive/CAT 12.9 option is advertised around a 45‑knot top and ~41‑knot cruise—though owners often see real‑world cruise about 5 knots below brochure figures. Surface‑drive owners and techs also note these setups are sensitive to fouling and trim, can ventilate or blow out in turns if setup is off, and, as one forum voice puts it, “Surface drives are hard on the engines.”
On board, feedback highlights a full‑beam master and flexible lower‑deck arrangements (the dinette can convert to a third cabin or crew), plus a notably open feel when the aft glass and roof are retracted—making the cockpit‑to‑helm flow work well for entertaining and day use. Service access depends on the installation; one owner observed that “Cat 12 is a tight fit... very little room left with a gyro installed,” and forum/tech threads consistently frame surface‑drive packages as higher‑touch, with more frequent inspection of props, hydraulics, and seals, especially in abrasive waters. Practical takeaways are to check engine‑room access on the specific hull and to choose between IPS (often seen as simpler for owner‑operators) and surface drives (aimed at maximum speed) based on how you plan to run the Pershing 5X.
Pros and Cons
- Flexible lower‑deck layouts with a full‑beam master suit family cruising and owner‑operator use.
- With the aft glass and roof retracted, the cockpit‑to‑helm openness works well for entertaining and day boating.
- Choice of IPS or surface‑drive/CAT 12.9 power lets owners prioritize simpler operation or top‑end speed.
- Surface‑drive packages demand frequent inspection, are sensitive to fouling and trim, and can ventilate in turns if setup is off.
- Real‑world cruise on surface‑drive setups often runs about 5 knots below brochure figures.
- Cat 12 installations can be tight, especially with a gyro fitted, making some service tasks more difficult.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pershing 5X | 54' 0" (16.46 m) | 14' 0" (4.38 m) | 4' 5" (1.35 m) | - | - |
| 52 | 52' 0" (15.85 m) | 15' 0" (4.70 m) | 12' 7" (3.83 m) | 35 kn / 46 kn | - |
| 50 | 52' 0" (16 m) | 13' 0" (4.15 m) | 3' 11" (1.20 m) – 4' 5" (1.35 m) | 26 kn / 33 kn | 28 |
| 9X | 92' 0" (28.04 m) | 20' 0" (6.22 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 35 kn / 42 kn | - |
| 64' | 65' 0" (20 m) | 16' 0" (5 m) | 4' 11" (1.50 m) | 40 kn / 46 kn | - |
| 7X | 70' 0" (21.34 m) | 17' 0" (5.36 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 42 kn / 50 kn | - |
| 8X | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 19' 0" (5.87 m) | 15' 0" (4.58 m) | 38 kn / 48 kn | - |
| PERSHING 92 | 92' 0" (28.04 m) | 20' 0" (6.22 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 38 kn / 43 kn | 105 |
| 54 HT | 58' 0" (17.73 m) | 15' 0" (4.65 m) | 4' 8" (1.42 m) | 37 kn / 48 kn | - |
| PERSHING 70 | 70' 0" (21.34 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) – 16' 5" (5 m) | 32 kn / 47 kn | 48 |
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