70' Johnson Skylounge 2026 - Johnson FOR SALE

New to Market — 2026 70' Semi-Displacement Motor Yacht

Crafted in Taiwan and penned by the renowned Dixon Yacht Design with interiors by Design Unlimited of England, this 70-foot, 2026-model motor yacht blends European elegance with oceangoing confidence. Her 18-foot beam delivers striking volume and presence, while her all-fiberglass construction and semi-displacement hull form harmonize performance, comfort, and efficiency for discerning owners who demand more from every mile.

Twin inboard Caterpillar diesels power a poised and quiet ride, cruising effortlessly at 21 knots and pushing to 25 knots when the horizon calls. With 1,050 gallons of fuel on board and a thoughtful engineering layout, she is equally at ease on bluewater passages as she is reclining at anchor in your favorite bay. The ride is solid and composed, the handling refined—exactly what you would expect from a Dixon hull optimized for confident, fast cruising.

Step inside to a world shaped by Design Unlimited’s refined touch. Sunlit salons, clean architectural lines, and a calm, modern palette create an inviting atmosphere that is as elegant as it is livable. Open-plan social spaces flow naturally from lounge to dining to galley, encouraging conversation and connection while preserving dedicated zones for relaxation and privacy. Large windows frame the seascape, and premium finishes elevate every surface you see and touch.

Accommodations are designed for extended time aboard with family and guests, featuring multiple well-appointed staterooms served by three luxurious heads with sophisticated fixtures and generous storage. A dedicated crew cabin with berth ensures professional service or carefree owner operation, and thoughtful separation of guest and crew areas maintains quiet comfort on every passage.

On deck, the yacht presents a versatile lifestyle. Broad side decks and secure railings invite easy movement, while expansive lounging areas encourage long, leisurely days in the sun. Alfresco dining is a highlight, supported by a smartly arranged galley that rewards the serious cook. The cockpit is made for entertaining; the foredeck is a serene escape; and the upper helm offers commanding views underway or at anchor.

Technology and practicality are woven seamlessly throughout. Systems access is intuitive, sound insulation is exceptional, and storage has been strategically planned for longer journeys. With 245 gallons of fresh water capacity and robust onboard services, she supports true cruising independence without compromising luxury.

This is a yacht for those who appreciate design pedigree and purposeful performance—an elegant cruiser with the soul of a traveler. New to market, built in 2025 as a 2026 model and available in Taiwan, she stands ready to elevate your horizons with style, speed, and quiet confidence.

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Hull & main structure

Engineered for strength and poise, the yacht’s structure is crafted from DNV type-approved fiber/resin and sandwich core materials, finished in an isophthalic white gelcoat above the waterline that continues seamlessly across the exterior decks and furniture. Vacuum-assisted resin infusion cored lamination is used throughout the hull, deck and superstructure to deliver exceptional rigidity with reduced weight, while high-density foam coring reinforces the hull bottom, hull sides, decks and superstructure. Longitudinals and stringers are built with high-density foam coring, and every interior structural component is meticulously bonded to the hull for a unified, rattle-free feel underway. Below the waterline, anti-fouling bottom paint safeguards performance, and thoughtfully designed shaft tunnels help reduce draft for confident access to shallow anchorages.

Exterior deck & equipment

The main deck presents a secure 14 mm non-skid surface underfoot and a full suite of premium fittings, including stainless integral rollers with a chain stopper, 250 feet of galvanized 3/8” chain served by a Maxwell hydraulic RC12-12 windlass and a Maxwell VC2500 W/D capstan aft, and a single 120 lb stainless steel anchor ready to drop at a moment’s notice. Heavy-duty 316 stainless steel handrails and stanchions, along with robust 316 cleats and fairleads, frame the walkways, while medium tinted safety glass sets a refined tone. A manual stainless steel sliding saloon door opens to the cockpit, where a stainless steel rubrail with a rubber insert traces the hull-to-deck joint. The aft deck features built-in seating with cushions and a wooden table complete with a protective cover, complemented by LED low-level courtesy lights along the side decks and aft deck, plus LED floodlights for the cockpit. Movement between decks is effortless via a stairway to the flybridge, and water access is gracious with a hot/cold transom shower and stainless steel swimming ladder. Service points are clearly laid out with dedicated water and diesel fill deck fittings, and a Jabsco Q420J-118n-3A deck washdown pump stands by to keep everything immaculate. At the stern, an Aritex hydraulic swimming platform with a 1000 kg lifting capacity transforms the waterline into your private beach club.

Underwater gear

Performance begins below the surface, with four-blade bronze propellers turning on stainless steel Aquatech 22 HS shafts of 3” diameter, supported by bronze P-brackets and sealed with 3” Tides shaft and rudder seals. A crisp 3” boot top stripe in your choice of black, blue or red accents the waterline. Longevity and protection come from a full cathodic bonding system tied to zinc anodes, seawater strainers serving the engines, genset and air conditioning, and seacocks on all underwater fittings. The system breathes cleanly through underwater exhaust with a bypass, and after dark, OceanLED Sport Series underwater lights dramatize the wake. The running surface is preserved with Seahawk anti-fouling bottom paint.

Skylounge

The skylounge is a serene command and social space, finished with a rich wood floor and centered on a clean, ergonomic instrument console. A leather sofa paired with a coffee table invites lingering conversation, while the Indel Marine IM-5S21A14A00000 refrigerator/ice maker keeps refreshments perfectly chilled. Seamanship tools are close at hand with a rudder indicator, magnetic compass, and a stainless steel steering wheel, complemented by stainless steel guard rails and grab rails for secure movement. Low-level 24V courtesy lighting sets the mood, as do an ACR search light and a resonant Buell airhorn for presence. At the helm, a Stidd 500-M-X2 helm seat provides fatigue-free support on extended passages. Awareness is amplified by a CCTV system with 4 cameras (engine room, saloon door, aft deck port & stbd), while a full shipset of LED navigation lights and a Fusion stereo system round out the specification. Aft on the flybridge, a BBQ stand with a stone countertop, sink and refrigerator/freezer combo turns sunset hour into an alfresco occasion.

Engine room & equipment

Engineered for clarity and access, the engine room features a clean layout with a lightweight honeycomb floor, comprehensive soundproofing, and a heavy-duty insulated door. Stainless steel grab rails line both sides of the engines, LED ceiling lights illuminate every task, and powerful ventilation blowers and demisters keep the machinery space dry and temperate. Propulsion comes from twin Caterpillar C-18 ACERT 1,150 hp engines, linked to a hydraulic steering system. Loads are managed through flexible mountings on stainless steel engine beds bonded to the FRP hull girder for smooth, low-vibration running, monitored by a full engine alarm system. A dedicated air compressor supports onboard service, while Trident hose or equivalent is specified for the engine exhaust. Motion is calmed by Sleipner SPS55B/800 Vector Fins M stabilizers, and precision handling is assured with an ABT 12” 30 hp bow thruster.

Electrical

A robust 110V/220V AC electrical system works in concert with a 24V DC backbone, all precisely loomed with color-coded wiring for quick identification. The main electric panel integrates AC and DC circuit breakers, while AC outlets are distributed throughout the boat with GFI protection in all exterior areas, heads, the galley and engine room. A fiberglass water/exhaust separator serves the generator, and the vessel is safeguarded by an electrolysis bonding system and cathodic protection with zinc anodes on shafts, struts and more. Atmosphere throughout is enhanced by indirect lighting under valances in the saloon, staterooms and galley, with dimmer control for LED ceiling lights on the aft deck and flybridge, and separately in the saloon, master and VIP stateroom. Italian Vimar switches provide a refined tactile finish. The AC/DC main power system centers on an Onan 29 kW (60 Hz) generator with a sound shield, complemented by dedicated battery chargers for 24V and 12V banks and an alternator split-charging system. Ship service power is delivered by four Victron 25.6V/100Ah lithium batteries, with engine starting handled by four 255 amp/hr gel cell sealed batteries and generator starting by one 210 amp/hr gel cell sealed battery; all batteries are safely enclosed with proper fixtures. Shore support arrives via two shore power connections, each routed through its own 50-amp automatic isolating and booster transformer, and a 4 kW inverter provides seamless power continuity.

Navigation system

Confidence at the helm comes standard with a Garmin GPS, a Garmin radar, and twin 17” Garmin multifunction displays serving charts, sonar and ship data. A Garmin autopilot system lightens the watch, Garmin AIS adds proactive situational awareness, and a Garmin VHF radio keeps every exchange clear. Pricing for an equivalent Furuno or Raymarine package is available upon request.

Mechanical & plumbing system

Fuel oil system: Robust fuel tanks are fitted with sight and electric gauges and sized in accordance with the Principal Dimensions, feeding each engine through Racor dual fuel filter/water separators and the generator through its own Racor fuel filter/water separator. Service is simplified by an oil changing pump plumbed to the engines, generator and clutches. Fresh water system: A stainless steel water tank with an electric gauge anchors the domestic supply, driven by a Marco UPI4/E-DX electronic dual pump system through marine-grade lines. Hot water comes courtesy of two Torrid TormvS-20/240V 60Hz/50Hz 20-gallon water heaters and a hot water circulation pump, with a dockside fresh water inlet for convenience and a 700 GPD water maker for independence at sea. Sanitary system: A holding tank with macerator pump and level indicator manages black water, with a Y-valve and deck fitting for dockside pump-out, while the Planus toilet system delivers quiet reliability; sump pumps handle shower water. Bilge water system: Six DC 24V Rule 3700 bilge pumps stand guard across the compartments, backed by a Jabsco 29270-0000 manual bilge pump in the engine room, six high-water bilge alarms, and dedicated bilge exhaust ventilation fans. Air conditioning system: Climate control is assured by a Cruisair chilled-water air conditioning system with two 48,000 BTU compressors feeding air handlers distributed throughout the boat.

Fire safety system

Safety is embedded from the core, with comprehensive fire insulation in the engine room, an auto shutdown system, and an automatic/manual Sea-Fire fire extinguisher system ready to respond. An integrated fire alarm system at the helm station ties to smoke detectors in each cabin for immediate awareness.

Interior design & equipment (per layout)

Interior decoration: The standard layout balances privacy and hospitality with a master stateroom, three guest cabins and a dedicated crew cabin. A curated collection of interior woods sets the tone, paired with a standard carpet selection (except in wood floor areas), interlocking vinyl ceiling panels throughout, and, for the skylounge version, your choice of wood or carpet flooring. In the galley, select from marble, granite or wood floors, and specify granite, glass or quartz stone for countertops and backsplash from the standard collection. Soft goods include a standard selection of fabrics for bedspreads, decorative pillows and sheet sets—flat sheet, fitted sheet and pillowcases—one set per berth. The master stateroom is crowned by a king-size bed, with upholstered headboards in the master, VIP and guest cabins and either wood or upholstered bed frames in every cabin. Hanging lockers feature in all staterooms. Lighting is both functional and atmospheric, with Quick KAI XP-LP 6 W LED ceiling lighting, indirect illumination beneath beds and valances, and 24V reading lights in each cabin. In the heads, you may choose marble, granite, mosaic, glass or quartz stone for countertops and backsplashes, and marble, granite or wood for flooring from the shipyard collection. Glass, dishes and plate holders can be fitted if a sample is provided. Premium Grohe fittings—faucets, towel bars, towel rings, cup/brush/soap holders and toilet roll holders—are specified for all heads, paired with Toto or equivalent basins, lacquer finishes above the basin countertops, wood finishes below, and dedicated exhaust blowers. Shower walls feature a standard mosaic finish, with the crew shower finished in lacquer, and mirrors with mirror ceilings elevate every head. Appliances: The galley is comprehensively equipped with a GE under-counter refrigerator, GE under-counter freezer, GE dishwasher, and a GE microwave with integrated extractor fan, alongside a GE electric induction cooktop and a stainless steel sink as per layout.

Stereo system

Entertainment flows throughout the yacht with a TV antenna mounted atop the radar arch and a Wi‑Fi booster system with onboard wireless routers to keep everyone connected. On the flybridge, a Fusion marine stereo with two speakers sets the soundtrack above deck, while in the saloon a 55” LCD TV pairs with a home stereo entertainment system for cinematic evenings. The master stateroom mirrors the experience with a 43” LCD TV and its own home stereo entertainment system.

Notes

Not included are pieces of free-standing furniture and lamps, special designer-specified lighting, artwork, cooking utensils, cutlery and flatware, soft goods, and the design fees associated with personalizing the owner’s interior arrangement and décor. Performance statistics, weight, draft, freeboard and height are estimated only and are not warranted; actual figures will vary depending on tolerances achieved during the vessel’s construction, as well as the equipment, supplies and stores on board, and operational and sea conditions. Johnson Yachts reserves the right to substitute equipment and materials stated herein with others of equal or superior quality and to make such design and dimensional changes as it deems necessary to improve the vessel’s performance and function. Special treatment of the interior fit-out and/or the use of non-standard soft furnishings required by the purchaser may be subject to additional charges.

Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents or surveyors to investigate any details the buyer wishes validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.