TRANS WORLD - Custom - For Sale

Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, the CustomfromTRANS WORLDis a 97 ft craft positioned in themotor yachtssegment—amotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic yachtshull and a fiberglass deck.

Selecting a Custom

With Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team guiding your purchase, selecting the Customcenters on proven CAT diesel inboards, generous tankage for extended cruising plans, and practical amenities such as five heads. Its 97 ft (29.57 m) length and 20 ft (6.1 m) beam provide a substantial platform for comfort and onboard services.

Features of the Model

• Twin CAT inboard diesel propulsion (2 engines)
• LOA 97 ft (29.57 m) with a 20 ft (6.1 m) beam
• Max draft of 19.685 ft (6 m)
• Robust fuel capacity of 3,100 gal and fresh water capacity of 650 gal
• Five heads to support guests and crew
• fiberglass and plastic yachtshull with a fiberglass deck

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 97 ft / 29.57 m
• Beam: 20 ft / 6.1 m
• Max draft: 19.685 ft / 6 m
• Engines: 2 x CAT
• Engine type: Inboard
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 3,100 gal
• Water capacity: 650 gal
• Heads: 5
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic yachts
• Deck: Fiberglass

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a private viewing of the CustombyTRANS WORLD, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate specifications review, offers, and survey logistics tailored to your timeline.

Questions and Answers

Q: What are the exact dimensions of the Custom? A: TheLOAis 97 ft (29.57 m), thebeamis 20 ft (6.1 m), and themax draftis 19.685 ft (6 m).

Q: What propulsion does this model use? A: It is powered by 2 x CATinboarddieselengines, combining reliability and serviceability for extended cruising.

Q: What are the onboard tank capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 3,100 gal, andwater capacityis 650 gal, supporting longer passages and hotel loads.

Q: How is the yacht constructed, and what is the deck material? A: The hullis within thefiberglass and plastic yachtscategory, and thedeckisfiberglass.

Q: How is the model classified and who builds it? A: It is a motor yachtin the broadermotor yachtsclass, built byTRANS WORLD. For purchase assistance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and operators point to the versatility of the CustomfromTRANS WORLD. Charter and listing records show four-stateroom layouts that sleep roughly 8–10 for family cruising and overnights, while the same platforms are used for luxury day charters with around a dozen guests in places like Long Beach and out to Catalina. Across theTRANS WORLDrange, smaller 40'–50' trawler-style boats are commonly owner-operated for coastal passages, with several called out as suitable for the Great Loop.

On the water, reports vary by design: some models are described with deep‑V or semi‑modified‑V running surfaces that deliver a comfortable, stable ride, while forum comments on an older rounded‑stern trawler questioned a possible tendency to roll. Larger custom yachts in the line are cited with a comfortable cruise near 14 knots and around 18 knots at the top, which aligns with their use as capable coastal and offshore platforms.

Onboard, owners and charter operators highlight expansive main decks, multiple outdoor seating areas, and a spacious galley with its own bar on larger customs. Big-boat layouts typically show four guest staterooms plus a crew area with three berths, while smaller examples lean into two-stateroom plans with generous storage for liveaboard use. Maintenance notes are pragmatic: relatively few boats were imported to the U.S., so parts and peer-sourced documentation can be thinner than on mass-market brands; common engine fits include twin Cummins on smaller boats and Caterpillar C32s on larger customs, with standard diesel-care routines. Operating costs scale quickly on the largest customs given fuel, crew, and upkeep, though some models note practical engine-room access via interior steps.

Pros and Cons

• Flexible layouts support family cruising and overnights, with four-stateroom options on larger customs and two-stateroom liveaboard plans on smaller models.
• Expansive decks and a spacious galley with bar suit social, luxury day-charter use for around a dozen guests.
• Deep‑V and semi‑modified‑V examples are reported to ride comfortably, with larger customs around 14‑knot cruise and 18‑knot max.
• Limited U.S. import numbers can make parts sourcing and peer documentation more difficult.
• Some older rounded‑stern trawler variants have been questioned for a tendency to roll.
• Operating costs on the largest customs are high due to fuel, crew, and maintenance demands.

Comparison with Other Models