CONQUISTADORA - Bertram Yacht FOR SALE

Among the definitive luxury sportfishing yachts, this Bertram 50 convertible flybridge stands out for superior construction, confident offshore bluewater manners, robust systems, and proven tournament fishability. CONQUISTADORA has enjoyed meticulous care from a dedicated owner and shows beautifully. She carries the favored galley-up layout with a forward queen berth, midship master suite, and a third stateroom with twin bunks.

Mechanical systems & equipment

Engineered for relentless performance, the machinery suite begins with Twin Disc transmissions feeding dependable power to the shafts, while an HRO Systems 500 GPD watermaker keeps you self‑sufficient offshore. Waste management is smart and civilized: a holding tank with monitor is plumbed for dockside pump‑out or OBD, complemented by a sump tank with automatic pump‑out for showers and lavatory sinks, each with its own monitors. Pumping muscle is abundant, with 32V freshwater and 32V holding tank pumps, dedicated 240V saltwater and 240V lube oil pumps, and a professional‑grade oil change system served by a 40 gal reservoir and dual oil filters on the mains. Cold‑start confidence comes from 240V engine block heaters, while a SpeedAire air compressor and three Digital SMX air conditioning systems delivering 33,000 BTU keep the yacht comfortable and ready. Ventilation and dewatering are robust, with two blowers in the engine room and two in the lazarette, plus four bilge pumps each tracked by running‑time meters.

Freshwater delivery is quiet and pressurized, finished by a Force 10 stainless 6 gal 120V water heater and governed from a monitor panel that displays freshwater and fuel tank levels along with bilge flood alarms. Shoreside convenience includes port and starboard dockside freshwater connections with quick‑connects, complemented by a cockpit seawater washdown, a central vacuum system, and a cockpit freezer. Handling is crisp and confidence‑inspiring thanks to electro‑hydraulic trim tabs, hydraulic steering, dual‑lever engine controls, and a Glendinning synchronizer. Safety and situational awareness are prioritized with two Firebuoy Halon fire extinguishing systems serving the engine and genset rooms, FloScan gauges, Walker AirSeps, Racor fuel filters, an engine fuel priming system, and comprehensive system monitors for engine oil pressure and temperature, gear oil temperature, exhaust temperature, high‑heat warnings in both the engine and genset rooms, and bilge flood alerts. For seakeeping integrity, bronze sea strainers with glass inspection bowls stand watch, and a pair of electric air horns signal your presence with authority.

From the helm to the cockpit, operational redundancy and readiness are built in: fuel level gauges keep reserves transparent, emergency manual engine shutdowns are positioned in the cockpit, and twin air electric horns provide unmistakable sound. For propulsion assurance, an extra set of 28x29 three‑blade bronze propellers rides aboard. Rounding out the practical luxuries are a GE full‑size clothes washer and dryer, ensuring you cruise as comfortably as you fish.

Electrical equipment

Power delivery is robust and redundant, with two 8 KW Onan 8MDKDB gensets—port 3115 hours and starboard 3058 hours—each with remote start capability. Ship’s voltage is conditioned by a Crown II 40 amp converter and an AED 220V/50Hz power transformer, while a bank of four heavy‑duty batteries arranged in two banks of two, supervised by battery condition meters and Charles C‑Power, keeps reserves deep and dependable. Distribution is intuitive and comprehensive: a 32VDC power center in the saloon provides breakers, voltmeters, fuses, and switching for mains and gensets; a 120/240 power center in the saloon offers breakers, distribution switches, voltmeters, ammeters, a frequency meter, and genset start/stop; and a 12V/32V power center in the engine room adds battery selection, magnetic breakers, distribution switches, a voltmeter, and fuses.

Shore connectivity is seamless through port and starboard 120V and 240V shoreline inlets, each protected by in‑line galvanic isolators and polarization transformers. Helm ergonomics are enhanced on the flying bridge with a 12V breaker panel, a 12VDC distribution panel with voltmeter and breakers, and a 32VDC distribution panel with voltmeter, distribution switch, and breakers. A remote battery parallel switch stands ready for instant support, and illumination throughout blends 24V and 120V light fixtures. GFI receptacles in the galley, heads, flybridge, and engine room add a final layer of safety and convenience.

Electronics & navigation

Command and clarity start with a Furuno 48 mi color radar, a Furuno fishfinder, and a Furuno GP‑33 GPS, all feeding precise situational awareness. The Autohelm ST 7000 autopilot, together with Autohelm digital depth and Autohelm digital speed/distance, steers confidently across changing seas. For what lies ahead, an Interphase Probe forward‑scanning sonar peers into the water column, while a Simrad Cruise 7 chart plotter paints the route with modern ease. Communications and data are anchored by an Icom IC‑M602 VHF, a Dytek ST 500 digital temperature gauge, two FloScan digital tachs/gph/usage gauges, and two Racor fuel filter water alerts.

Night or day, the ACR URC‑100 electric spotlight answers instantly, forward and aft hailers project your voice, and a Ritchie PowerDamp compass provides timeless heading assurance. Three overhead electronics pods with protective covers and two down lights keep the helm orderly, and a Pioneer stereo/CD sets the soundtrack for the passage.

Deck & hull

Purposeful from bow to stern, the yacht carries a half tower with hardtop and a four‑side enclosure, further protected by a polycarbonate enclosure with U‑zips and an aluminum‑frame San Juan shade spanning the cockpit. Deck handling is effortless with a Marquipt 1000 davit under a canvas cover, aluminum dinghy chocks, and a 2010 West Marine 9' dinghy powered by a 2006 Tohatsu MFS6BS 6 hp four‑stroke outboard, all beneath a complete cover. The foredeck is distinguished by a fiberglass bow pulpit with teak inlay, anchor roller, and deck pipe, while a Maxwell windlass with capstan and wildcat offers deck and flybridge controls for the CQR plow anchor and its ample chain rode. The anchor locker is accessed conveniently via the forward stateroom.

A fiberglass swim platform with ladder lies aft, paired with a transom door with gate for easy water access. Aluminum bow and side rails, four fender racks on the forward rails, and three foredeck hatches round out the topside practicality. The cockpit is fish‑ready with a San Juan sunshade, coaming padding, reinforcement for a fighting chair, folding steps port and starboard, stowage under the saloon step, and twin storage lockers to port and starboard. An in‑deck, lift‑out fish box, Rupp double‑spreader outriggers, AC cockpit floodlights, overhead and courtesy lighting, salt and fresh water washdowns, and a freshwater shower make every strike fluid. The arsenal is completed by a six‑rod rocket launcher, seven rod holders, a large free‑standing bait tank to starboard, a cockpit freezer to port, and a tackle center with sink, salt and fresh water, and four drawers. A stowage locker in the engine‑room door, a transom‑mount Magma fish‑cleaning board, two folding deck chairs, two stereo speakers, and both a fire extinguisher and fire‑system activation pulls stand at the ready.

Fishing/cockpit equipment

Designed for serious action, the cockpit features a transom door with gate beneath a protective San Juan sunshade, and padded coamings that frame reinforcement for a fighting chair. Fold‑out steps port and starboard and twin storage lockers flank the work area, while a lift‑out fish box in the deck stands ready for the day’s catch. Rupp double‑spreader outriggers, AC cockpit floodlights, and both overhead and courtesy lighting work seamlessly with salt and fresh water washdowns and a freshwater shower to keep the scene clean. A six‑rod rocket launcher and seven rod holders organize the spread, and a large free‑standing bait tank to starboard teams with a cockpit freezer to port and a tackle center complete with sink, salt and fresh water, and four drawers. Practical touches abound, from a stowage locker in the engine‑room door and stowage under the saloon step to overhead rod storage in the saloon, a transom‑mount Magma fish‑cleaning board, two folding deck chairs, two stereo speakers, and clearly marked fire extinguisher and fire‑system controls.

Galley/dining

The U‑shaped galley is designed for culinary confidence, with over‑and‑under stowage lockers, White Fountainhead countertops, a color‑matched sink and faucet with soap dispenser, a GE under‑counter refrigerator, and a Sub‑Zero under‑counter freezer. Cooking is a pleasure on the Princess two‑burner glass‑top electric cooktop and GE Monogram microwave/convection oven, kept fresh by an exhaust fan. Storage is truly ample, from double cabinets and overhead cupboards to under‑sink double cabinets and drawers, all set on a classic teak and holly sole. Opposite, the L‑shaped dinette with stowage beneath invites lingering meals.

Organization extends beyond the galley with five dedicated lockers for electronics stowage adjacent to the dinette and above the companionway to the staterooms. Entertainment and climate are seamlessly integrated through a Samsung smart TV and SMX air conditioning, ensuring the space remains as inviting as it is functional.

Fly bridge

High and in command, the Pipewelder’s half tower is fully enclosed in polycarbonate with six U‑zips, and the hardtop features tracks for a sissy shield should you wish to add one. Twin Rupp helm chairs face a helm organized beneath three overhead electronics pods with tilt‑up covers and two down‑lights, a chart flat with plexi cover, and Morse dual shifters/throttles. Forward, an L‑shaped bench invites conversation around a flip‑up dining table on the centerline, with upholstered coaming bolster adding comfort. Sound is rich courtesy of four stereo speakers, while stowage lockers under the brow, a starboard helm locker, and under‑helm access with additional stowage keep gear neatly tucked away.

Systems control is at your fingertips with two breaker panels—12V and 32V—each with a voltmeter, recessed overhead lighting, a ship’s bell, twin air horns, a protective helm cover, and a six‑rod rocket launcher that keeps the spread ready for instant deployment.

Master stateroom and head

A serene retreat, the master stateroom centers on a queen berth with stowage drawers below, dressed with a bedspread and shams. A mirrored bulkhead and mirrored stowage lockers with shelves expand the sense of space, while a full‑length cedar‑lined double hanging locker keeps wardrobes fresh. Overhead recessed lighting, including soft soffit lighting, sets the mood, and SMX air conditioning perfects the climate. Twin nightstands, each with two drawers, provide bedside practicality, complemented by carpeting with a canvas cover, twin reading lights, and the reassurance of a fire extinguisher close at hand.

The en suite head is thoughtfully appointed with a stall shower featuring a Delta hand shower, an overhead hatch with screen for natural ventilation, and a Galley Maid Delta head. Monitors for holding tank level and an exhaust fan maintain cleanliness and comfort, while towel hooks and a ring, together with a teak and holly sole, complete the refined practicality.

Guest stateroom (forward)

Forward and inviting, the VIP offers a mid‑ship queen berth with four stowage drawers beneath, dressed with a bedspread and sham. Natural light pours through an overhead hatch with screen, complemented by twin reading lights and a trio of lighting styles—overhead recessed, indirect, and accent—to set the mood. A full‑length cedar‑lined hanging locker partners with five hullside stowage lockers to port and starboard and a starboard bulkhead drawer and bin for remarkable organization. Climate is crisp via SMX air conditioning, while entertainment arrives via a Vizio TV and an Onkyo AV receiver TX‑S484 with two speakers. Carpeting with a canvas cover softens every step, anchor locker access adds practicality, and a fire extinguisher provides peace of mind.

Guest stateroom (midship)

Practical and private, the midship guest room offers upper and lower berths with reading lights, dressed with bedspreads and shams. Two cedar‑lined hanging lockers and two drawers manage personal effects with ease, while a full‑length mirror, stereo speakers, SMX air conditioning, and carpeting with a canvas cover ensure comfort and convenience underway.

Main saloon

Airy and sociable, the galley‑up layout frames a large L‑shaped settee to port with a high‑gloss teak hi‑lo cocktail table beneath a complete protective cover, while an occasional rattan chair and, forward to starboard, a comfortable L‑shaped dinette with drawer stowage and an adjustable dining table create multiple zones for relaxing and dining. Large windows wash the room in light, shaded by mini blinds and décor drapes with upholstered valances, and privacy is secured by a glass and aluminum entrance door with a dedicated curtain. An overhead ceiling grab handle, an entertainment center forward of the dinette, and two Polk speakers in the overhead round out the living space, while an overhead rod locker to starboard and abundant stowage under the settee and to starboard keep provisions and fishing gear neatly organized.

Underfoot, the salon is fully carpeted with canvas covers, and climate remains ideal thanks to SMX air conditioning. Ship systems are at hand with AC/DC electrical distribution panels, and hospitality is elevated by a dry bar with glass and bottle stowage and three drawers. Overhead recessed lighting brightens the space, and five additional stowage lockers above the companionway and forward of the dinette ensure everything has its place. The central vacuum system, stowed under the companionway steps, adds a final touch of everyday ease.

Remarks

CONQUISTADORA is a beautifully maintained example of one of the iconic Bertram Yacht Company’s finest models. Derived from the incomparable Bertram 54—one of the finest hulls ever designed and built—the 50 Convertible is a beautifully proportioned and superbly engineered fishing and cruising platform. Always kept in “yacht” condition, she has recently had both engines rebuilt to keep her performing at top levels. Boasting the preferable three‑stateroom layout, with the desirable VIP queen‑berth stateroom forward, she is ready to give her next owners years of comfort, fish‑raising, and joy.

Walk through

CONQUISTADORA is a three‑stateroom, galley‑up model with a satin‑varnished maple interior, a generous salon, dinette seating, and a U‑shaped galley. Below, the accommodations comprise a master stateroom with en suite head to port, a bunk stateroom to starboard, and a VIP with a centerline queen in the forepeak. Stowage is abundant throughout, from cedar‑lined closets and large lockers to an array of drawers.

The spacious flying bridge is accessed via a ladder to port of the cockpit and features two Rupp helm seats and an L‑shaped lounge forward of the helm with a flip‑up table for dining or drinks. The bridge, crowned by a hardtop, is fully enclosed with flip‑up panels available to open for fresh air. Aft, the large cockpit is all business, with a molded tackle center incorporating a sink, bait tank, and freezer along the forward bulkhead, and easy access both to the foredeck and, through the transom door, to the fiberglass swim step.

Guest head

The guest head is bright and practical, with a stall shower fitted with a Delta hand shower and an overhead opening hatch with screen for natural ventilation. A Galley Maid Delta marine head, an exhaust fan, and monitors for grey water level and the holding tank keep systems tidy and transparent, while a teak and holly sole, towel hooks and ring, under‑sink stowage, and a medicine cabinet complete the thoughtful appointment.

Companionway

Cleverly utilized, the companionway houses a Whirlpool full‑size washer/dryer in a dedicated locker, with additional stowage under the steps that also conceals the built‑in vacuum equipment. Underfoot, carpet with canvas runners keeps traffic quiet and protected, while a bilge hatch affords quick access below. Indirect lighting softly guides the way at any hour.