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VIKING - 54 Sport Yacht - For Sale

The 54 Sport YachtbyVIKINGblends confident performance with purposeful layout, delivering a capablemotor yachtin the broader family ofmotor yachts. Built on a proven platform with afiberglass and plastic hulland fiberglass deck, it offers practical speed, tankage, and accommodations for serious cruising.

Selecting a 54 Sport Yacht

Choose the 54 Sport Yachtif you want a performance-focusedmotor yachtthat cruises at 22 kn (25.32 mph) and reaches 34 kn (39.13 mph). With 54 ft (16.46 m) LOA, a 17 ft (5.31 m) beam, and a 15.857 ft (4.8333 m) draft, it balances volume and stability, while sleeping 4 with 3 heads for flexible owner-guest arrangements. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov can guide you through inspection and purchase.

Features of the Model

Twin inboard MAN diesel engines (2) deliver reliable propulsion with straightforward service access.

fiberglass and plastic hullwith a fiberglass deck for durability and ease of maintenance.

Sleeps 4 with 3 heads, providing privacy and comfort underway or in port.

Fuel capacity of 1,800 gal supports extended passages between fills; 400 gal of fresh water for onboard needs.

Designed squarely as a motor yachtin themotor yachtssegment for confident coastal or offshore runs.

Technical Specifications

Builder: VIKING

Model: 54 Sport Yacht

Type: motor yacht; Class:motor yachts

Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Deck: Fiberglass

LOA: 54 ft (16.46 m)

Beam: 17 ft (5.31 m)

Draft (max): 15.857 ft (4.8333 m)

Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel

Cruising speed: 22 kn (25.32 mph)

Maximum speed: 34 kn (39.13 mph)

Sleeps: 4

Heads: 3

Fuel capacity: 1,800 gal

Water capacity: 400 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to schedule an inspection of the 54 Sport YachtbyVIKING, contact broker Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate viewings and guide you through offer, survey, and closing.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 54 Sport Yacht? A: It is amotor yachtwithin the broadermotor yachtsclass, built with afiberglass and plastic hulland a fiberglass deck.

Q: What are the performance numbers? A: The cruising speedis 22 kn (25.32 mph) and thetop speedis 34 kn (39.13 mph), powered by 2 MANinboard dieselengines for dependable propulsion.

Q: How many people can stay aboard comfortably? A: The yacht sleeps 4and features3 heads, offering practical accommodations for owners and guests.

Q: What are the principal dimensions and tankage? A: LOAis 54 ft (16.46 m),beamis 17 ft (5.31 m), anddraftis 15.857 ft (4.8333 m).Fuelcapacity is 1,800 gal andwatercapacity is 400 gal.

Q: How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor a consultation on the54 Sport YachtbyVIKING, including viewing arrangements, offer strategy, and transaction management.

Owner Experience Review

Owners describe the original mid-1990s 54 Sport YachtfromVIKINGas a capable family cruiser used for multi-day trips, weekend leisure, and even consideration of the Great Loop with kids aboard. Typical use is owner-operator, often with a dinghy carried on the bow for shore access during Bahamas runs and coastal passages. The interior layout—a three-cabin, three-head arrangement with a centerline king in the master and a roomy salon with elevated windows—earns frequent praise for liveability. A sound-buffer “engine-room foyer” is noted for lowering noise in the master and improving access, and many examples show owner upgrades like varnished teak, LED lighting, and custom cabinetry to refine the finish and comfort.

On the water, owners commonly report a comfortable low-20-knot cruise, around 22–23 knots at typical cruising RPM. Top-end performance varies with prop selection and gear ratio, with some reporting up to roughly 27 knots after changes, and owners note that performance drops quickly with fouling. One owner summed it up: "I am right around 22 knots and burn 60 an hour." Maintenance stories are frank: a known issue of cracked ZF 350 gearbox cases has been documented, with some replacements to ZF 360s that affected top speed due to ratio changes. Significant MAN engine work has been reported on certain boats, and while the engine room’s bright, air-conditioned spaces and dedicated foyer are praised for access, parts and service costs for MAN powerplants and large onboard systems are frequently cited as substantial.

Pros and Cons

Three-cabin/three-head layout with a centerline king and elevated-window salon supports comfortable family cruising and overnights.

Engine-room foyer and bright, air-conditioned machinery spaces reduce noise and ease service access.

Consistent low-20-knot cruise (about 22–23 knots) suits Bahamas runs and coastal passages for owner-operators.

Documented ZF 350 gearbox case cracking on some boats, with owner replacements to ZF 360 noted.

Service and parts costs for MAN powerplants and major systems are frequently substantial.

Top-end speed and efficiency vary with prop selection, gear ratio, and hull fouling, requiring attention to setup and cleanliness.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
54 Sport Yacht	54' 0" (16.46 m)	17' 0" (5.31 m)	15' 10" (4.83 m)	22 kn / 34 kn	-
Sport Tower Sport Fisherman	42' 0" (12.80 m)	15' 0" (4.80 m)	13' 8" (4.17 m)	25 kn / 32 kn	-
Convertible	68' 0" (20.93 m)	19' 0" (5.89 m)	17' 9" (5.42 m)	35 kn / 41 kn	96
43 Convertible	43' 0" (13.11 m)	15' 0" (4.62 m)	-	-	-
52 Convertible	52' 0" (15.85 m)	17' 0" (5.31 m)	16' 8" (5.08 m)	32 kn / 36 kn	-
37 Billfish	37' 0" (11.48 m)	13' 0" (4.22 m)	-	-	-
Covertible	55' 0" (17.02 m)	17' 0" (5.28 m)	15' 10" (4.83 m)	30 kn / 34 kn	-
Sport Cruiser	75' 0" (22.86 m)	19' 0" (5.79 m)	17' 3" (5.25 m)	24 kn / 32 kn	-
92 Enclosed Bridge	93' 0" (28.42 m)	24' 0" (7.34 m)	19' 5" (5.92 m)	-	-
43 Open	43' 0" (13.11 m)	15' 0" (4.65 m)	13' 11" (4.25 m)	25 kn / 32 kn	-