Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 23m 74byPRINCESSpairs refined lines with the volume and comfort expected of amotor yacht, built on a robustfiberglass and plastic constructionplatform. With a Modified V-Hull, generous accommodations, and twin MAN inboard diesels, it’s a capable choice for extended cruising with family and guests.
Selecting a 23m 74
Choosing the 23m 74makes sense if you value the space and practicality of amotor yachtthat can host up to eight overnight with four heads, while benefiting from 1,270 gal of fuel capacity and 305 gal of water capacity. The Modified V-Hull contributes to composed handling, and thefiberglass and plastic constructionbuild with a fiberglass deck supports long-term durability. Work with Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team to align power, layout use, and survey planning with your yachting goals.
Features of the Model
- Twin MAN inboard, diesel power for reliable propulsion and serviceability
- Modified V-Hull for balanced performance and comfort underway
- fiberglass and plastic constructionhull with a fiberglass deck for strength and ease of upkeep
- Accommodations for 8 with 4 heads for privacy on longer cruises
- Substantial capacities: 1,270 gal fuel and 305 gal water
- Dimensions that deliver presence and stability: 74 ft (22.56 m) LOA, 18 ft (5.72 m) beam, 17.498 ft (5.3333 m) draft
Technical Specifications
- Builder: PRINCESS
- Model: 23m 74
- Category: motor yacht
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Deck: Fiberglass
- Hull Configuration: Modified V-Hull
- LOA: 74 ft (22.56 m)
- Beam: 18 ft (5.72 m)
- Draft (max): 17.498 ft (5.3333 m)
- Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel
- Accommodations: 8
- Heads: 4
- Fuel Capacity: 1,270 gal
- Water Capacity: 305 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss suitable listings of the 23m 74, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate viewings, comparative market analysis, negotiation, and closing support to streamline your acquisition.
Questions and Answers
Q: What kind of enginespower the23m 74? A: The yacht is powered by twoMANinboarddieselengines, aligning with the model’smotor yachtprofile for dependable cruising.
Q: How many accommodationsandheadsdoes it offer? A: The23m 74providesaccommodationsfor 8 guests and 4heads, ideal for family trips and entertaining.
Q: What is the hulltype and material? A: It features aModified V-Hullwith afiberglass and plasticstructure and a fiberglassdeck.
Q: What are the key dimensionsof the yacht? A: LOA is 74 ft (22.56 m),beamis 18 ft (5.72 m), anddraftis 17.498 ft (5.3333 m).
Q: How do I handle pricingandavailabilityinquiries? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team for tailored guidance onpricing,availability, inspections, and purchase timing for thismotor yacht.
Owner Experience Review
Owners gravitate to the 23m 74fromPRINCESSfor practical family cruising and mixed-use programs. The model is commonly laid out with four guest cabins including a full-beam owner’s suite, and it appears frequently on Mediterranean and UK coastal itineraries. It also shows up in day and week charter listings, and many examples are managed by an owner-operator or a small crew for weekends and longer passages.
Underway, brokerage and press notes credit the boat with strong seakeeping and responsive handling. Typical reports cite an 18–26 knot cruising band with engine-dependent top speeds around 32–35 knots, but owners and test data agree that fuel burn rises sharply at pace—one forum report quotes roughly 200 liters per hour per side at about 25 knots, and a used-boat test recorded around 500 lph near 33 knots.
On board, the volume, panoramic-saloon views and galley-opposite-dining arrangement make the space sociable and charter-friendly, with generous deck areas, a crew cabin, and the full-beam en-suite owner stateroom. Some listings and owner comments mention tighter headroom in places, typical of planing flybridge yachts in this size. Maintenance expectations reflect the MAN and MTU engine options: owners discuss regular intercooler cleaning on roughly 1–2 year intervals, generally good engine-room access, occasional sensor or gearbox sender alarms, and higher annual service and parts costs than smaller boats.
Pros and Cons
- Strong seakeeping and responsive handling inspire confidence in a seaway.
- Four-cabin layout with full-beam owner stateroom, panoramic saloon and galley-opposite-dining suits family use and charter.
- Viable for owner-operation or a small crew on weekend trips and longer passages.
- High fuel consumption at fast cruise and top speed is widely reported by owners and tests.
- Headroom can feel tight in some cabin areas, especially for taller guests.
- Premium engines and systems bring higher service costs, plus periodic intercooler cleaning and occasional sensor or gearbox sender alarms.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23m 74 | 74' 0" (22.56 m) | 18' 0" (5.72 m) | 17' 6" (5.33 m) | - | - |
| V39 | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 12' 0" (3.78 m) | 10' 11" (3.33 m) | 22 kn / 32 kn | - |
| Y85 Motor Yacht | 85' 0" (25.91 m) | 20' 0" (6.10 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 28 kn / 32 kn | - |
| Princess Y78 | 80' 0" (24.61 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 30M | 99' 0" (30.45 m) | 23' 0" (7.05 m) | 6' 9" (2.05 m) | 16 kn / 20 kn | 127.83 |
| X95 | 95' 0" (29.11 m) | 22' 0" (6.78 m) | 21' 7" (6.58 m) | 18 kn | 104 |
| F55 | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) | 23 kn / 28 kn | - |
| V58 | 58' 0" (17.67 m) | 15' 0" (4.59 m) | 3' 7" (1.10 m) | 25 kn / 30 kn | - |
| S60 Princess Yachts | 60' 0" (18.29 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 28 kn / 35 kn | 40 |
| Princess 30M | 99' 0" (30.46 m) | 23' 0" (7.06 m) | 22' 2" (6.75 m) | - | - |
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