ALLOY - CUSTOM - For Sale

The CUSTOMbyALLOYis a 118 ft (36.12 m)sailing yachtin thecruising sailboatclass, built on analuminum yachtplatform with an aluminum deck. Powered by a single Lugger diesel, it cruises at 10 kn (11.51 mph) and reaches 12 kn (13.81 mph). Naval architecture is by DUBOIS NAVAL ARCHITECTS with interiors by REDMAN WHITELEY DIXON LTD, and accommodation is arranged for up to 8 guests. Presented with the guidance of Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a CUSTOM

Choosing the CUSTOM makes sense if you value a large-format sailing yachtoptimized as acruising sailboat. With a 27 ft (8.24 m) beam and a draft range of 10.83–11.48 ft (3.3–3.5 m), it blends stability and cruising versatility, while the single Lugger diesel offers straightforward propulsion and predictable performance. Work with Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team to evaluate thisaluminum yachtdesign for your cruising plans and guest arrangements.

Features of the Model

• Design pedigree: DUBOIS NAVAL ARCHITECTS (hull) and REDMAN WHITELEY DIXON LTD (interior)
• Construction: aluminum yachthull with aluminum deck
• Dimensions: 118 ft (36.12 m) LOA; 27 ft (8.24 m) beam; 10.83–11.48 ft (3.3–3.5 m) draft
• Performance: Cruise 10 kn (11.51 mph); Max 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Power: 1 × Lugger, Diesel
• Capacity: 8 accommodation; Fuel 4,807.93 gal; Water 2,113.38 gal
• Gross tonnage: 157 GT

Technical Specifications

• Type: sailing yacht
• Class: cruising sailboat
• Hull: aluminum yacht
• Deck material: Aluminum
• Naval architect: DUBOIS NAVAL ARCHITECTS
• Interior designer: REDMAN WHITELEY DIXON LTD
• LOA: 118 ft (36.12 m)
• Beam: 27 ft (8.24 m)
• Draft (min/max): 10.83/11.48 ft (3.3/3.5 m)
• Gross tonnage: 157 GT
• Engines: 1 × Lugger
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Speed (cruise/max): 10/12 kn (11.51/13.81 mph)
• Accommodation: 8
• Fuel capacity: 4,807.93 gal
• Water capacity: 2,113.38 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing is available on request. To discuss availability, schedule an inspection, or begin an offer on the CUSTOMbyALLOY, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications review, due diligence, and closing logistics aligned with your plans.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the CUSTOM? A: It is asailing yachtconfigured as acruising sailboatwith analuminum yachthull.

Q: What are the key dimensions of the yacht? A: The LOAis 118 ft (36.12 m),beamis 27 ft (8.24 m), anddraftranges from 10.83 to 11.48 ft (3.3–3.5 m).

Q: What engine powers the yacht and what are the speeds? A: Propulsion is a single Lugger Diesel.Cruising speedis 10 kn (11.51 mph) andmaximum speedis 12 kn (13.81 mph).

Q: How many guests can stay aboard and who designed it? A: Accommodationis for 8. Thenaval architectureis by DUBOIS NAVAL ARCHITECTS and theinteriorby REDMAN WHITELEY DIXON LTD.

Q: What are the capacities and tonnage? A: Fuel capacityis 4,807.93 gal,water capacityis 2,113.38 gal, andgross tonnageis 157 GT. For acquisition details, contactAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners choose CUSTOMprojects fromALLOYfor real-world family cruising and long-range passages. Brokered examples cite aluminium hull efficiency, big fuel reserves and stabilizers that keep the boat comfortable both underway and at anchor; Ab Initio is often referenced for context, with an approximate 3,700 nm range at about 12 knots, typical cruise around 12–13 knots and top speeds near 16–16.5 knots. Forum voices also praise the toughness of the aluminium construction, which adds confidence offshore.

On board, the custom ethos shows in generous accommodations and thoughtful spaces. Layouts cited in listings include four-guest-cabin arrangements with an owner’s suite forward on the main deck (Ab Initio), or a panoramic upper saloon/pilothouse with four staterooms (Destination). Leisure features commonly fitted on ALLOYcustoms include a flybridge Jacuzzi, a gym and convertible garage/beach club, supporting the brief of flexible, comfortable living for safe, enjoyable cruising.

Prospective owners should budget for assiduous, ongoing maintenance and aluminium-specific corrosion management; experienced owners emphasize proper etch primers and barrier coats and sticking to the dos and don’ts. Older customs frequently undergo substantial refits and statutory survey milestones—Destination completed a major refit through December 2020 and 20‑year ABS surveys in 2021. Finally, fully custom, owner‑supervised projects demand time and management, and timelines can stretch; one owner described a 4.5‑year build as “production hell,” which underscores the commitment these yachts require.

Pros and Cons

• Long-range capability with efficient aluminium hulls and stabilizers, with Ab Initio cited around 3,700 nm at ~12 knots.
• Flexible, comfortable layouts and leisure features (e.g., flybridge Jacuzzi, gym, convertible garage/beach club).
• Proven for multi-generational family cruising and extended private voyages.
• Aluminium construction demands vigilant corrosion management with proper primers and barrier coats.
• Older customs can require substantial refit work and class surveys, as shown by Destination’s refit completing in Dec 2020 and 20-year ABS surveys in 2021.
• Custom, owner-supervised builds carry time and complexity risk, with some projects stretching to multi-year timelines.

Comparison with Other Models