Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 145fromAB Yachtsis a high-performancemotor yachtin the broader class ofmotor yachts, pairing striking speed with contemporary design, afiberglass hull, and GRP decks. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by broker Andrey Shestakov, is ready to guide you through selection, purchase, and delivery.
Selecting a 145
Choosing the 145means prioritizing speed and style. With triple MTU diesel power, a 37-knot cruising pace and 42-knot top end, it’s built for rapid passages. Inside, accommodations for 10 and an interior byAB Yachtsdeliver a refined onboard experience. If you seek a fast, contemporarymotor yachtwith afiberglass constructionpedigree, this model aligns perfectly.
Features of the Model
- High-speed performance: 37 kn cruise, 42 kn max (42.58 mph / 48.33 mph)
- Powerful propulsion: 3 x MTU diesel engines
- Contemporary interior by AB Yachts
- Accommodations for 10
- Robust tankage for extended cruising plans
- GRP deck over a fiberglass hullfoundation
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 146 ft (44.6 m)
- Beam: 4 ft (1.25 m)
- Draft (max): 27.231 ft (8.3 m)
- Cruising speed: 37 kn (42.58 mph)
- Maximum speed: 42 kn (48.33 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 338 GT
- Engines: 3 x MTU, Diesel
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: GRP
- Interior designer: AB Yachts
- Accommodations: 10
- Fuel capacity: 6,208.04 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 1,479.36 gal
- Classification: motor yachtwithinmotor yachts
Pricing and Ordering
Price and availability for the 145are available on request. Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for current build slots, detailed specifications, and to arrange a visit or discussion about themotor yachtconfiguration that fits your plans.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the top speedof the145? A: The maximum speed is 42 knots (about 48.33 mph), emphasizing its high-performancemotor yachtcharacter.
Q: What is the cruising speed? A: The145cruises at 37 knots (about 42.58 mph), offering swift passage-making.
Q: Which enginespower the yacht? A: Three MTU diesel engines provide the propulsion, delivering strong performance and reliability.
Q: What is the hull materialanddeck material? A: The hull is in thefiberglass and plasticcategory, and the deck is GRP, combining strength with weight savings.
Q: How many accommodationsare on board? A: The layout provides accommodations for 10, with the interior byAB Yachts. For purchase details, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners who step up to the 145fromAB Yachtsdo so for its rare mix of pace and composure. In practice it will cruise around 37–38 knots and reach roughly 42–43 knots, and the planing hull with waterjets keeps the ride notably quiet and smooth even at speed. That capability suits day-trips and high-speed coastal runs as well as owner-focused, long-range fast passages.
On board, the yacht is more voluminous than many expect for a 44–45m performance platform. The owner’s suite sits on the main deck with full-beam volume, large windows, and private terrace/foredeck access, while the layout commonly includes a generous main salon, flybridge dining for up to about 12, a gym, and guest accommodation for 12 in six cabins. Crew areas are professional in scale with a full galley and laundry, making it a strong fit for private/family cruising, entertaining and social events, and crewed operation; small-scale charter examples also exist.
Ownership does demand discipline. Propulsion is a triple MTU 16V2000 installation on MJP 650 waterjets, which requires specialist support and strict scheduled servicing to avoid costly issues. The waterjet manufacturer highlights global spares/support and relatively low annual service when systems are fitted and maintained correctly, while brokered examples point to permanent crew and continuous upkeep typical of a fast 44m yacht, including dock and crew costs.
Pros and Cons
- Genuine high-speed capability, with around 37–38-knot cruise and roughly 42–43-knot top end.
- Waterjet setup delivers quiet, smooth running with reduced vibration at speed.
- Unusually voluminous for a performance 44–45m: main-deck owner’s suite with terrace/foredeck access, six guest cabins, flybridge dining, and a gym.
- Requires professional crew; not a typical owner-operator yacht.
- Triple MTU engines and MJP 650 waterjets demand specialist maintenance and strict service schedules to avoid costly repairs.
- Operating and berthing costs align with a fast yacht around 44m that requires continuous crewed upkeep.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 | 146' 0" (44.60 m) | 4' 0" (1.25 m) | 27' 3" (8.30 m) | 37 kn / 42 kn | 338 |
| AB 145 | 146' 0" (44.57 m) | 26' 0" (8 m) | 4' 1" (1.25 m) | 32 kn / 42 kn | 338 |
| Nautilus 13 DLX | 13' 0" (3.96 m) | 6' 0" (1.96 m) | - | - | - |
| Oceanus 21 VST | 21' 0" (6.50 m) | 8' 0" (2.69 m) | - | - | - |
| Nautilus 15 DLX | 15' 0" (4.57 m) | 6' 0" (2.06 m) | - | - | - |
| Mares 12 VSX | 12' 0" (3.66 m) | 6' 0" (1.83 m) | - | - | - |
| AB 68' | 67' 0" (20.65 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 3' 3" (1 m) | 33 kn / 43 kn | 51 |
| AB 116 | 116' 0" (35.36 m) | 24' 0" (7.60 m) | 13' 8" (4.17 m) | 35 kn / 40 kn | 218 |
| AB 100 | 100' 0" (30.50 m) | 22' 0" (6.80 m) | 4' 11" (1.50 m) | 48 kn | 110 |
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