SUNCOAST - 65 - For Sale

Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, the 65bySUNCOASTis a capablemotor yachtconfigured as acommercial fishing vessel. Its catamaran platform, efficient twin Yanmar power, and robust capacities make it a practical choice for professional operations.

Selecting a 65

Selecting the 65comes down to mission readiness and operating efficiency. With a 65 ft (20 m) LOA, a broad 29 ft (8.95 m) beam, and a shallow 4.921 ft (1.5 m) draft, this catamaran is optimized for stability, deck space, and access to varied fishing grounds. As amotor yachttailored tocommercial fishing vesselduties, it pairs proven twin Yanmar propulsion with practical cruise and top speeds for dependable day-to-day work.

Features of the Model

• Catamaran hull configuration for stability and deck efficiency
• Design team: hull by Suncoast Marine; interior by Analu Rushcutters Bay
• Construction: fiberglass and plasticwith a composite deck
• Twin Yanmar engines (2) for reliable commercial duty
• Practical performance profile: 10 kn cruise (approx. 11.51 mph) and 13 kn max (approx. 14.96 mph)
• Generous capacities for operations: 2,113.38 gal fuel and 528.34 gal water
• 50 gross tons, supporting robust, work-focused outfitting

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 65 ft / 20 m
• Beam: 29 ft / 8.95 m
• Draft (min): 4.921 ft / 1.5 m
• Cruise speed: 10 kn / 11.51 mph
• Maximum speed: 13 kn / 14.96 mph
• Gross tonnage: 50
• Engines: 2 × Yanmar
• Hull configuration: Catamaran
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Composite
• Hull designer: Suncoast Marine
• Interior designer: Analu Rushcutters Bay
• Fuel capacity: 2,113.38 gal
• Water capacity: 528.34 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, customization guidance, and availability of the 65bySUNCOAST, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help align thismotor yacht—purpose-built as acommercial fishing vessel—with your operational requirements.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of vessel is the 65? A: It is amotor yachtconfigured for professional use as acommercial fishing vessel, combining commercial capability with the efficiency of a catamaran platform.

Q: What is the hull configuration and construction? A: The 65features acatamaranhull withfiberglass and plasticconstruction and acompositedeck, designed bySuncoast Marine.

Q: What are the performance figures? A: With twin Yanmarengines, the65offers acruise speed of 10 kn (11.51 mph)and amaximum speed of 13 kn (14.96 mph)for steady, efficient operations.

Q: What capacities support longer operations? A: It carries 2,113.38 gal of fueland528.34 gal of water, providing ample resources for extended commercial activity.

Q: How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesforpricing,spec verification, andorderingof the65bySUNCOAST. We’ll coordinate the process end-to-end for your program needs.

Owner Experience Review

Across multiple broker and charter listings, the 65bySUNCOASTshows up most often in commercial day and overnight charters around the Whitsundays, Cairns, and Sydney, with some owners running them privately for family cruising and expedition-style itineraries. The catamaran platform is optimized for comfort rather than speed, with reported cruise around 10 knots and top speeds near 13–14 knots, and it remains a steady platform in sheltered and nearshore waters popular for reef day trips. A shallow draft of roughly 1.4–1.5 m lets crews approach beaches and coral cays more closely than deeper monohulls, which suits island‑hopping programs.

Onboard, the wide beam (about 9–9.6 m) translates into generous salon and deck spaces, multiple entertainment zones, and a large cockpit—traits repeatedly highlighted in charter marketing. Layouts commonly show 3–4 cabins with ensuites, plus professional galley and crew/utility spaces, and in charter trim some boats are arranged for roughly 7–11 guests overnight; one example hull (COAST) has been AMSA‑surveyed/licensed for larger guest counts in the entertainment market. From an ownership standpoint, twin Yanmar diesels (examples cite 315 hp each) are mainstream and well supported, but the large fuel and water tankage seen on commercial refits expands the scope of inspections and operating costs, and survey‑driven refits are part of the cycle for boats kept in commercial service (examples note refits in 2016/2021 and a survey in March 2024). Public long‑term owner forum discussion appears limited, and while no consistent reports of systemic failures surfaced in our research, buyers will be relying more on survey records and maintenance logs than on crowdsourced anecdotes.

Pros and Cons

• Proven charter platform with a stable catamaran ride and a practical 10‑knot cruise for guest comfort.
• Shallow ~1.4–1.5 m draft enables close beach and reef access ideal for island hopping.
• Wide beam yields large social areas and 3–4‑cabin ensuite layouts with professional galley options.
• Modest top speed around 13–14 knots will not satisfy buyers seeking fast passagemaking.
• Large tankage and commercial‑survey upkeep expand maintenance scope and lead to periodic yard time.
• Limited public owner‑forum data makes independent long‑term reliability benchmarking difficult.

Comparison with Other Models