SIRENA - AZUREE 46 - For Sale

The AZUREE 46bySIRENAis a versatilesailing yachttailored to comfortable passages in thecruising sailboatssegment, built on a robustfiberglass and plasticplatform. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a AZUREE 46

Choosing the AZUREE 46means opting for a capable monohull with balanced dimensions for cruising comfort and control: 46 ft (14 m) LOA, 13 ft (4.18 m) beam, and a 7.218 ft (2.2 m) draft. As a modernsailing yacht, it combines twin inboard diesel power by Volvo Penta with well‑judged lines from Humphreys Yacht Design and an interior by Sirena Marine—an all‑around solution for discerning cruisers seeking a dependablecruising sailboat.

Features of the Model

• Naval pedigree: hull design by Humphreys Yacht Design; interior by Sirena Marine
• Construction: durable fiberglass and plastichull with a fiberglass deck
• Power: twin inboard Volvo Penta diesel engines for reliable maneuvering and passagemaking
• Performance: approx. 7.2 kn (8.29 mph) cruise and 8.5 kn (9.78 mph) max
• Layout and comfort: sleeps 6 with 2 heads; dedicated crew cabin (1) with 2 berths
• Capacities that support cruising: 97.74 gal fresh water; 56.8 gal fuel
• Expert brokerage guidance from Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 46 ft / 14 m
• Beam: 13 ft / 4.18 m
• Draft (min): 7.218 ft / 2.2 m
• Hull: monohull, fiberglass and plastic
• Deck: fiberglass
• Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta, inboard, diesel
• Cruise speed: 7.2 kn (8.29 mph)
• Max speed: 8.5 kn (9.78 mph)
• Designers: Hull — Humphreys Yacht Design; Interior — Sirena Marine
• Accommodation: sleeps 6; 2 heads; crew cabin: 1 with 2 beds
• Tanks: water 97.74 gal; fuel 56.8 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange appointments for the AZUREE 46, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications, options, and the purchase process for thissailing yachtin thecruising sailboats for saleclass.

Questions and Answers

• Q: What type of yacht is the AZUREE 46? A: It’s asailing yachtpositioned within thecruising sailboatclass, featuring a monohull with afiberglass and plasticbuild.Typeandhullemphasize comfortable, capable cruising.

• Q: Who designed the hull and interior of the AZUREE 46bySIRENA? A: Thehullis by Humphreys Yacht Design, while theinterioris by Sirena Marine, ensuring a balanced mix of performance and comfort.

• Q: What are the engine and performance details? A: The yacht has twinVolvo Pentainboarddieselengines, with acruise speedaround 7.2 kn (8.29 mph) andmax speedabout 8.5 kn (9.78 mph).

• Q: How many people can sleep aboard, and how is the accommodation arranged? A: Accommodationis for 6 (sleeps 6) with2 heads. There’s also1 crew cabinwith2 bedsfor dedicated support on longer passages.

• Q: What are the tank capacities for cruising? A: Capacitiesincludewaterat 97.74 gal andfuelat 56.8 gal, suitable for efficient cruising and onboard autonomy.

Owner Experience Review

Owners use the AZUREE 46fromSIRENAfor family cruising, weekend passages and club/regatta racing, and the feedback is consistent: a responsive, twin-rudder hull with a balanced, forgiving helm. It performs particularly well on reaches and off-wind legs, with typical reported sailing speeds around 7–8 knots and brokered specs often citing a similar hull-speed figure. Its race pedigree is credible too—the model took first in class at Antigua Sailing Week, and one owner summarized the feel as, "She just flew, none of us expected the speed and control."

On board, the boat blends performance with comfort. Most examples are arranged with three cabins and two heads, and a convertible dinette adds extra berths when needed. The cockpit is large, the transom folds down into a swim platform, and the benches convert to sunbeds—practical features for family cruising. As one review put it, the design "packs a lot of comfort into a slippery Rob Humphreys hull."

Ownership notes center on the single Volvo Penta D2-55 with saildrive located under the companionway: standard access, but the saildrive, cooling system and related components deserve attention. Owners and forum threads flag heat-exchanger corrosion and routine impeller/sea-water-pump service as recurring checks, and pre-purchase inspections commonly focus on saildrive servicing, seals and transmission. Equipment and fit-out can vary by boat and listing, so specifics should be verified case by case.

Pros and Cons

• Responsive twin-rudder helm with a balanced, forgiving feel underway.
• Strong reaching and off-wind performance, with credible regatta results.
• Family-friendly layout: 3 cabins, 2 heads, convertible dinette, and a large cockpit with fold-down platform.
• Saildrive servicing, seals and transmission can add ownership cost and need regular attention.
• D2-55 cooling system items—heat exchanger and seawater-pump/impeller—are known watchpoints.
• Reported speeds are typically around 7–8 knots, so outright pace expectations should be realistic.

Comparison with Other Models