Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 26 Center ConsolefromALBEMARLEdelivers a capable, open-deck platform for confident day boating. As amotor yachtexecuted as acenter console yachtwith afiberglass-and-plastichull, it pairs a Deep Vee running surface with a single diesel Volvo Penta I/O. Available through Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a 26 Center Console
If you want a compact platform with straightforward systems and seaworthy geometry, the 26-foot length and 8-foot beam create a versatile footprint for coastal runs and active days on the water. The Deep Vee hull configuration supports confident handling, while the single diesel I/O keeps operation simple. For personalized guidance, Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales can help align your needs with the capabilities of the 26 Center Console.
Features of the Model
- Category-fit: a motor yachtin acenter console yachtlayout for open-deck freedom.
- Hull and deck: robust fiberglass and plasticconstruction with a fiberglass deck.
- Running surface: Deep Vee hull geometry for composed ride characteristics.
- Powertrain: single Volvo Penta I/O with diesel fuel for simple, efficient operation.
- Practical onboard essentials: one head, purposeful storage potential, and capacities fit for active day use.
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 26 ft (7.92 m)
- Beam: 8 ft (2.59 m)
- Engine: 1 x Volvo Penta
- Engine type: I/O
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 172 gal
- Water capacity: 14 gal
- Heads: 1
- Hull configuration: Deep Vee
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and build or survey guidance on the 26 Center ConsolebyALBEMARLE, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate specifications review, inspections, and delivery options to match your timeline.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 26 Center Console? A: It’s amotor yachtconfigured as acenter console yachtfromALBEMARLE, focused on an open, versatile deck plan.
Q: What engine setup does it use? A: The model is equipped with 1 x Volvo Pentaengine inI/Oconfiguration running ondieselfuel.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOAis 26 ft (7.92 m) andbeamis 8 ft (2.59 m), balancing stability and maneuverability.
Q: What capacities and amenities are on board? A: Fuel capacityis 172 gal andwater capacityis 14 gal, with1 headfor practical comfort during day trips.
Q: What is the hull made of and what is its form? A: The boat features a fiberglass-and-plastichull with aDeep Veeconfiguration and afiberglassdeck, supporting durability and ride quality.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and brokers consistently position the 26 Center ConsolefromALBEMARLEas a multi-purpose platform. It shows up frequently in offshore sportfishing and day-fishing roles, but many families also use it for weekend cruising and near/offshore runs. The straightforward center-console layout even lends itself to tender or workboat style tasks such as towing or hauling gear and ice.
On the water, owners describe a heavy, true deep-V hull that feels like a pocket battlewagon. It tracks straight and punches through chop rather than skimming, delivering a confident ride offshore but with slower hole-shot than lighter center consoles. Comfortable cruise numbers depend on having healthy horsepower; many resale listings highlight repowers, including moves to 200+ HP outboards or inboard-diesel options, to get the performance buyers expect.
Onboard, the emphasis is fishability: a roomy cockpit, wide side decks, rod storage and livewell space are common talking points, while interior amenities remain spartan for this class. Depending on year and options, you may find only a small console head or a minimal cuddy, so overnighting is limited. Maintenance trends in the market reflect age and use—older boats with inboard/I-O power can be more maintenance-intensive in saltwater, heavier construction tends to burn more fuel, and a thorough maintenance history is often a key selling point.
Pros and Cons
- Solid deep-V ride that tracks well and punches through chop offshore.
- Roomy, fishable deck with wide side decks and practical center-console ergonomics.
- Versatile use for offshore day fishing, family cruising, and tender/utility duties.
- Heavier displacement brings slower acceleration than lighter center consoles.
- Needs healthy horsepower for comfortable cruise; repowers are common in listings.
- Spartan interior and limited head/cuddy compared with cuddy or express alternatives.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Center Console | 26' 0" (7.92 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | - | - | - |
| 242 Center Console | 24' 0" (7.32 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) | 26 kn / 36 kn | - |
| 268 Express Fisherman | 25' 0" (7.87 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 9' 4" (2.83 m) | - | - |
| 410 Express Fisherman | 41' 0" (12.50 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | - | - |
| 310 Express | 32' 0" (9.80 m) | - | - | 26 kn / 32 kn | 15500 |
| 275 Express | 32' 0" (9.75 m) | 9' 0" (2.90 m) | 6' 7" (2 m) – 8' 9" (2.67 m) | - | - |
| 27 Dual Console | 30' 0" (9.14 m) | 8' 0" (2.62 m) | 5' 7" (1.70 m) – 9' 2" (2.80 m) | 30 kn / 47 kn | 5 |
| 410 Express | 41' 0" (12.50 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | - | - |
| 280 EXPRESS FISHERMAN WITH TOWER | 28' 0" (8.53 m) | 9' 0" (2.87 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
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