Salon/Galley/Dinette

• Air conditioning with reverse cycle heat with temperature control
• Banquette lounge with storage underneath
• Central vacuum unit connection with accessories
• Custom Amtico flooring
• Cocktail table, wood, high-gloss finish, hi/low
• Electric range, surface mounted countertop
• Exhaust fan, high velocity
• Galley countertop, high-gloss bone-color Corian
• Garbage disposal in sink
• Lighting, overhead LED lights recessed in headliner and indirect decorative rope lighting behind valences, 24V DC
• Main electrical service panel, AC/DC, backlit for easier viewing
• Majilite headliner, natural color, 1/8” foam & tricot backing
• Microwave/convection oven located in upper galley cabinet 
• Refrigerator and freezer, large capacity, under-counter style
• Sink, bone-color Corian recessed in countertop with biscuit galley faucet
• Sliding salon door, contoured aluminum painted to match gelcoat with positive catch when opened and key lock
• Stereo system with flat screen HD TV, 12V Stereo and DVD player
• Storage cabinets and drawers in upper galley, varnished teak doors
• Storage cabinets and drawers in lower galley, varnished teak doors and faces with stowage for utensils and other items
• Teak cabinetry
• Water tank level gauge and pump indicator

Master Stateroom (Forward)

• Air conditioning with reverse cycle heat with temperature control
• Bedspread – quilted, designer style
• Carpeting
• Drawer storage under bed, (2) large drawers
• Hanging locker, teak maple-lined
• Headboard, upholstered
• Majilite headliner, natural color, 1/8” foam & tricot backing
• Island double bed with mattress lift up top with gas pistons and maple-lined storage underneath-Mattress, “Handcraft”, Viking Slumber #8
• Lighting, overhead LED lights and decorative indirect rope lighting from underneath bed platform
• Majilite headliner, natural color, 1/8” foam & tricot backing
• Pillow shams (2)
• Reading lights, overhead with separate switches
• Sheets (1 set), fitted cotton fabric
• Stereo speakers recessed, tied into salon stereo with remote control
• Teak shelf
• TV, 22” flat-screen mounted on wall
• Stereo speakers recessed in overhead tied into 12V AM/FM/DVD player

Guest Stateroom (Aft)

• Air conditioning with reverse cycle heat with fan control
• Bedspread – quilted, designer style
• Carpeting
• Hanging locker, maple-lined 
• Lighting overhead LED lights and courtesy rope lighting underneath lower bunk rail
• Majilite headliner, natural color, 1/8” foam & tricot backing
• Pillow shams (2)
• Sheets and pillows, (1 set), fitted cotton fabric
• Storage drawer located under hanging locker
• Double berth with Mattress

Head

• Air conditioning/heat with vent in soffit
• Electric heads with overboard and holding tank discharge
• Exhaust fan with vent soffit
• Lower vanity with teak face
• Lights, overhead LED lights recessed in soffit and in ceiling
• Medicine cabinet with mirrored doors
• One-piece molded bone corian counter top with rounded edges and with sink with satin nickel faucet
• Receptacle, 120V -GFCI
• Shower light
• Stall shower, fiberglass with satin nickel shower fixtures and with drain to automatic sump pump in bilge
• Towel bars and rings – satin nickel
• Vinyl Amtico floor

Command Deck

• Controls: Top mounted electronic controls with station select and keypad 
•  Electronic trolling valves
• Fire system control with automatic and manual discharge and override system located at console
•  Fuel gauge through Offshore monitoring system display located at helm
• Furuno RD-33 depth finder / sea temperature gauge ICOM 604 radio
• Gauges/electronic displays supplied by engine manufacturer
• Helm console, raised fiberglass to accommodate electronic displays and controls
• Helm seat, companion seat (3), Release Marine teak, ladder back with 4” pedestal and removable cushions and covers, adjustable
• Instrumentation based on standard engine package, lighted with switches in radio box
• Lighted compass, large and flush-mounted
• L-shaped lounge seating with vinyl covered foam cushion and table starboard
• Manual engine shutdown switches at cabinet in console
• Offshore safety monitoring system with audible and visible alarms:  fire, engine room temperature, high bilge water, high exhaust temperature, high coolant temperature, low oil pressure, and generator as well as confirming correct system operation
• Non-skid deck molded for traction and durability
• Power assist hydraulic steering
• Recessed radio box, large radio box on side of console with switch panel inside, painted black
• Stereo speakers, recessed
• Storage cabinets to port. Includes open lockers and storage drawers behind doors
• Trim tab control switch mounted at console
• Trumpet style air horns, (2)
• VHF radio with antenna and mounts
• Windshield wipers with washer and speed adjustment

Cockpit

•  Boarding box, fiberglass with non-skid, lift up top and storage
• Cable TV and telephone connections located in starboard dock cabinet and wired to a home run

           RG6 TV cable to accommodate satellite system

           Phone cable is CAT-5 to accommodate current data phone systems

• Cabinet with storage for gaffs and or other accessories located under gunwale
• Dockside electric connection – 50 amp/220 volt electric retractable Glendinning Cablemaster Reel (CRM) (1), located in cabinet under forward gunwale and (1) 50 amp 220 volt inlet with push release door
• Dockside water connection with pressure reducing valve in cabinet under forward gunwale –valve to fill freshwater tank from dockside connection  
• Drink box refrigerated at helm step
• Engine room access with door and ladder
• Engine room entrance with gas pistons
• Freshwater wash down with hose bib located in cabinet under forward gunwale
• Freezer under mezzanine seat
• Gaskets for all lids, doors and access doors  
• Indirect rope lighting under coaming
• Laminated mounting plate in-deck for future fighting chair or table
• Lazarette hatch with access to steering, trim tabs, drain pumps 
• Livewell in transom mounted fishbox
• Molded non-skid deck
• Observation mezzanine, aft facing lounge seating with Sunbrella covered cushions, hinged seat with freezer storage under
• Recessed in-deck fish boxes (2), insulated and removable with pump out and drain plate with large holes for easy pump out and cleaning
• Recessed stainless cleats and hawse pipes
• Rod holders, Rupp (4) flush-mounted
• Rounded cockpit coaming for comfort  
• Sea water wash down with pump in engine room and supply at cabinet under forward under coaming
• Self-bailing cockpit with large cockpit scuppers  
• Stainless steel cleats and recessed hawse pipes
• Stainless steel gas pistons on all hatches and lids 
• Stereo speakers powered from salon stereo with remote control
• Storage coolers in mezzanine step, both sides
• Straps with padding to keep transom door and gate open  
• Transom fishbox, molded-in
• Transom swim steps at transom door
• Walk-through transom door with lift gate
• Y-valve for fresh and salt water wash downs

SC/ST Option

• Canvas back enclosure
• Fiberglass Enclosure, (3) sided
• LED spreader lights
• Overhead lights at helm
• Overhead storage lockers integrated into top
• Radar pod
• Teaser reel prep

Mechanical

• Air Conditioning – direct expansion zoned with reverse cycle heat for complete climate control throughout the interior and with individual temperature controls for staterooms and salon
• Bilge pumps with additional clean-out pumps linked into monitoring system and connected to switches for automatic and manual operation
• “Delta T” engine room ventilation system with supply and discharge fans for proper fresh air supply and water intrusion suppression
• Engine room mounted engine start and stop switches
• External sea strainers for main engine pick-ups
• Fire suppression system, automatically or manually operated and tied into main engine and generator ignition systems with override
• Fresh water supply in engine room for general maintenance and cleaning 
• Fuel and oil lines, flexible, steel reinforced USCG approved
• Fuel priming pumps electric 24V electric, for main engines
• Fuel transfer system, 24V DC pump
• Hour meters on main engines and generator
• Internal sea strainers for generator, all water pumps
• Mufflers – engines, in- line type with surge tubes in engine room 
• Mufflers – generators/lift muffler with gas water separator for cleaner, quieter operations
• Oil changing system, gear type pump for main engines, transmissions, and generator with pump out line run to cockpit
• PEX plumbing, fresh water system plumbing with manifold system shut off in engine room and forward bilges
• Pressurized fresh water system, 110 A/C with on deck fresh water fill and cockpit dockside supply inlet with pressure reducing valve
• Power assist hydraulic with interface for autopilot
• Propellers- Class “S” pitch tolerance (ISO 484/2) and dynamic balancing.  Advanced design cambered blade sections for optimum performance.  Nibral alloy for maximum durability
• Racor fuel water separator for main engines and generator glass-includes vacuum gauge for fuel filter restriction –Awlgrip white
• Rudders, stainless steel, with composite rudder bearing and drip-less thru-water and Tides Marine UHMW bearing for ease of maintenance
• Seacocks, bronze, ball-type sea valves and strainers for all thru-hulls below the water line- Awlgrip white
• Shafts – 2 Aquamet high-strength stainless steel, double-taper with machined keyway and thrust plate at main engine couplings
• Struts – thru-water, Nibral
• Trim tabs, dual with individual controls w/the trim tab covers on transom 
• Twin diesel engines with marine grade reduction gears.  *  See manufacturers information for specifications
• Water heater quick recovery, electric
• Y-valve emergency bilge pumps (2)

Electrical

• 24 volt DC ship’s service throughout
• 24/12 volt power supply with breakers on flybridge for future electronics
• 110V outlet in engine room on aft bulkhead
• Anchor light/navigation lights
• Batteries, (2) independent 24 volt banks mounted in fiberglass storage box 
• Battery chargers, (2) with thermal cut off and switching system for complete integration
• Battery distribution panel with battery cut off and charging system breakers
• Battery parallel system for main engines and generator start 
• Bonded electrical system with ground plate
• Color-coded, labeled and numbered wiring system with corresponding drawings
• Dimmers on interior lighting throughout
• Engine room lights, AC and DC with switch at engine room entrance
• Generator, Diesel – Onan13.5 kW E-QD (electronic quiet diesel) Series, user-friendly with electronic governing allowing voltage and electronic frequency control ®
• Glendinning cable reel (CRM) (1) with 3 wire grounded cord, (1) Additional 50 amp 220 volt inlet with 50’ cord
• Instrument panel lights for flybridge and main electric panel 
• Lighting, Overhead LED lights recessed in ceiling
• Master electrical control panel located in salon with 24V/120V circuit breakers, individual switching for shore 1, shore 2, or generator supply and gauges for electrical supply, voltmeter, ampmeter, and frequency
• Receptacles, 120 volt duplex with GFI throughout 
• RG6 TV cable to accommodate satellite system
• Voltage stabilizer isolation transformer on cable master for more consistent, cleaner voltage

Miscellaneous

• Anchor – constructed with a high-tensile, corrosion resistant aluminum magnesium alloy
• Anchor locker with access from foredeck
• Anchor rode 
• Awlgrip bilge areas with access hatches, snow white and lighted using magnetic switches for easier maintenance and cleaning
• Bow rail, anodized aluminum, brushed finish   
• Fire extinguishers (5) 
• Fuel    
• Hatch, Bomar, fore-deck hatch with Ocean Air screen shade system
• Magnetic switches for lights in all forward bridge compartments
• Mooring lines, 3 strands, nylon (6)
• Painted rub rail
• Satin nickel interior hardware throughout
• Ships bell
• Stainless steel bow, spring and stern cleats thru-bolted to aluminum backing plates
• Viking Smart Décor package
• Water delivery kit with tool set (N) with tool set

Zinc on transom

Take the wheel and let’s go

The command bridge of the 44 Open shares many of the practical and notable aspects of its larger siblings including our signature and tournament proven centerline helm station on a raised platform for enhanced visibility through the one-piece molded fiberglass wraparound windshield. A Costa Clear side enclosure provides all weather protection, as well as touch screen climate control when the command deck is air conditioned, a popular option. The helm pod available in molded fiberglass or teak and is equipped with single lever electronic engine controls, a polished stainless-steel wheel, and power assisted hydraulic steering. A raised molded fiberglass console complements the helm with room for a bank of three 17-inch monitors for navigation electronics, along with space for engine instrumentation and other accessories. Recessed compartments accommodate radios and additional equipment, plus accessory switches and controls. Like all Viking yachts, the 44 Open can be appointed with custom Atlantic Marine Electronics’ packages for navigation, communication and entertainment accessories, and using this Viking subsidiary allows the yacht to be delivered turnkey ready.

The spacious command deck with a molded nonslip fiberglass sole affords generous seating options including three adjustable pedestal seats with foot rests. A four-place L-shape lounge with a dinette table is to starboard. As you would expect from Viking’s commitment to build a better boat every day, the lounge backrest lifts to expose a convenient fishing rod stowage area. To port, a large integral console houses refrigeration with an ice maker and generous stowage compartments. Overhead rod stowage and a teaser reel compartment are available in the molded fiberglass hardtop.

Outfitted with a custom designed and built Palm Beach Towers’ tuna tower, another of Viking’s experienced subsidiaries, the 44 Open comes ready to fish with a second complete helm with additional electronics, a fiberglass buggy top and Rupp outriggers. The tower is a valuable addition both for fishing and for reading the shallows when negotiating Bahamian waters.

Inviting Accommodations

A sliding door and a sturdy staircase with stowage and a concealed central vacuum system lead to the salon affording numerous comfort treatments. With its 16 ft. 4 in. beam, the widest of any boat in this class, the salon is particularly noteworthy by taking full advantage of the square footage fostering a prime social area for relaxing and entertaining. Nicely appointed with professional designer touches and furnishings, the salon features custom Amtico flooring, a 28 inch flat screen television and a multi-directional stereo system. Viking’s craftsmanship abounds and the large L-shape lounge creates an inviting atmosphere with a convertible dinette that serves double duty as a meal center with additional sleeping accommodations. A well-equipped galley includes Corian countertops with a recessed sink and an electric surface mounted cooktop. A microwave/convection oven and drawer-style under counter refrigeration, as well as abundant cabinetry maximizes stowage capacities for supplies, dinner and cookware.

Privacy is enhanced by separating the sleeping accommodations between the salon and galley with the master stateroom forward and a second stateroom aft. In the master, there is a walk-around queen bed with an innerspring mattress with plenty of stowage underneath. Fine joinery lines the hull sides with stowage options and a maple-lined hanging locker. Air conditioning, a 22 inch flat screen television, a Bomar hatch, carpeting, and private access to the head and shower are among standard amenities.

The aft stateroom on the port side features a queen bed, a maple lined hanging locker, reading lights, carpeting, and plenty of stowage.

The 119 square foot cockpit just steps away from the command bridge deck is tournament ready with flush rod holders, fresh and salt water wash down systems, a transom live well, and a transom door with a lift gate. Under gunwale features include LED rope lighting, wash down spigots, gaff and tag stick stowage, a freshwater fill, and a quick disconnect fitting to the oil exchange system for the engines, transmissions and the 13.5 Cummins Onan generator.

The Viking 44 Open features a conventional drive system utilizing of a pair of MAN I6 800 CRM diesels, which develop 800 MHP each. Matched to a set of high performance Veem propellers, the 44 Open will cruise at 2100 rpm at 33 knots with a top end around 37.3 knots depending upon load, sea conditions, and other environmental factors