RELEASE BOATWORKS - 46 Custom Express Carolina - For Sale

Crafted by RELEASE BOATWORKS, the46 Custom Express Carolinais amotor yachtengineered as a capablesport fishermanon a robustfiberglass hull. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, this custom express platform blends speed, range-minded tankage, and fish-first ergonomics.

Selecting a 46 Custom Express Carolina

Choosing the 46 Custom Express Carolinameans prioritizing a purpose-builtsport fishermanwith the comfort and handling of a refinedmotor yacht. With a singlefiberglass hulloptimized for efficiency, cruise at 32 kn and reach 38 kn when conditions allow. If you value diesel reliability, substantial fuel capacity, and an express layout with a practical head, this model aligns well. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can help you evaluate fit, timing, and build preferences.

Features of the Model

• Performance envelope: 32-knot cruise and 38-knot top end support active run-and-gun fishing and fast passages.
• Powertrain: Single Cummins inboard delivering efficient, reliable, and serviceable propulsion on diesel.
• Construction: fiberglass hullwith acompositedeck byRELEASE BOATWORKS.
• Capacities: 600 gallons of fuel and 100 gallons of fresh water support longer days offshore.
• Practicality: Express configuration with 1 head suits tournament crews and family anglers alike.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: RELEASE BOATWORKS
• Model: 46 Custom Express Carolina
• Type: motor yacht/sport fisherman
• Hull: fiberglass; Deck: Composite
• LOA: 46 ft (14.02 m)
• Beam: 15 ft (4.57 m)
• Max Draft: 13.67 ft (4.1666 m)
• Cruise Speed: 32 kn (36.83 mph)
• Max Speed: 38 kn (43.73 mph)
• Engines: 1 x Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
• Heads: 1
• Fuel Capacity: 600 gal
• Water Capacity: 100 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, lead times, and availability of the 46 Custom Express Carolina, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will guide you through specifications, selections, and delivery scheduling to align the boat with your program.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 46 Custom Express Carolina? A: It’s amotor yachtconfigured as a dedicatedsport fishermanwith afiberglass hullfor durability and performance.

Q: What propulsion does it use? A: The boat is powered by a single Cumminsinboardondiesel, balancing efficiency and serviceability for offshore work.

Q: How fast will it go? A: Expect a cruise speedof 32 kn (36.83 mph) and amaximum speedof 38 kn (43.73 mph), depending on load and conditions.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA is 46 ft (14.02 m), beamis 15 ft (4.57 m), anddraftis 13.67 ft (4.1666 m).

Q: What onboard capacities and amenities stand out? A: Notable are the fuel capacityof 600 gal,water capacityof 100 gal, and 1head, all within asport fishermanexpress layout represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and testers consistently note that the 46 Custom Express CarolinafromRELEASE BOATWORKSruns level and tracks cleanly, with effortless steering and no need for tabs. In quartering 4–6 ft seas the hull kept a bow-level attitude and minimized slap. Typical reports cite an easy 29–31-knot cruise and roughly 37–38 knots wide open, which makes island hops practical; one owner described Vero Beach to Bahamas runs with an approximate 330-nautical-mile range.

Fishing days benefit from the tournament-ready 140-square-foot cockpit and a bridge that feels genuinely spacious. The pod-drive design’s joystick and precise low-speed manners make single-operator swordfishing and docking manageable. Below, there’s six-feet-plus headroom, teak-and-holly joinery, a compact galley arranged so you can prep breakfast without waking sleepers, a forward queen, a guest berth, a convertible dinette for an extra bunk, and a workable head—well-suited to weekend overnights and short family cruises.

Service access is straightforward: a large bridgedeck hatch opens to a clean engine room, and the engine room, lazarette, forward bilge, and anchor locker are finished in high-gloss Awlgrip for visibility and easier maintenance. Construction centers on a vacuum-infused modified-epoxy hull with an infused stringer grid, described by reviewers as a stiff laminated structure. Used-boat listings commonly note recent engine servicing and generator hours. As always, exact speed and range figures depend on setup and sea state, so prospective owners should verify numbers on sea trial.

Pros and Cons

• Level, smooth ride in 4–6 ft quartering seas with minimal slap.
• Pod-drive joystick enables easy solo operation and precise low-speed maneuvering.
• Tournament-ready, ergonomic 140 sq ft cockpit and a generously sized bridge.
• Interior and galley are optimized for weekend overnights rather than extended cruising.
• Reported range of about 330 nm means longer passages may require careful fuel planning.
• Published speed and fuel figures vary with setup and sea state; confirm during sea trial.

Comparison with Other Models