Amels - 2004 - For Sale

The 2004byAmelsis a 170 ft (52.02 m)motor yachtwith a robuststeel hull, featuring interiors by Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa.

Selecting a 2004

Choosing the 2004suits owners seeking the strength of asteel hull, generous 628 GT of volume, and balanced performance with a 12-knot cruise and 15-knot top end. With accommodation for 12 and 7 crew cabins, it delivers the capacity expected of a seriousmotor yacht. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by broker Andrey Shestakov, will guide you through availability, inspections, and negotiations on thisAmelsbuild.

Features of the Model

• LOA 170 ft (52.02 m); beam 29 ft (8.97 m); draft 32.808 ft (10 m)
• Twin Cummins KTA inboard diesel engines (2)
• Cruising speed 12 kn (13.81 mph); max speed 15 kn (17.26 mph)
• Gross tonnage 628
• Accommodation for 12; crew cabins 7
• Hull: steel construction; deck material: Steel
• Interior design by Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa
• Capacities: fuel 31,176 gal; fresh water 4,755 gal

Technical Specifications

• Model: 2004
• Builder: Amels
• Type: motor yacht
• Hull: steel hull
• LOA: 170 ft (52.02 m)
• Beam: 29 ft (8.97 m)
• Max draft: 32.808 ft (10 m)
• Gross tonnage: 628
• Engines: 2 x Cummins KTA, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Max speed: 15 kn (17.26 mph)
• Fuel capacity: 31,176 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 4,755 gal
• Deck material: Steel
• Interior designers: Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa
• Accommodation: 12 guests
• Crew cabins: 7

Pricing and Ordering

For pricing, availability, and to arrange a private viewing of the 2004, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate surveys, documentation, and closing according to your requirements.

Questions and Answers

• Q: What defines the 2004as amotor yacht? A: Asteel hull, 628 GT ofvolume, and designerinteriorappointments by Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa distinguish this model within its class.
• Q: What is the cruising speedandtop speed? A: The2004cruises at 12 kn (13.81 mph) and reaches a maximum of 15 kn (17.26 mph).
• Q: How many guests can the yacht accommodate, and how manycrew cabinsare there? A: Accommodation is for 12 guests, with 7 crew cabins for efficientoperationsand service.
• Q: Who are the interior designersfor this yacht? A: The interiors were created by Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa, emphasizing refineddesignand comfort.
• Q: How do I proceed with brokerageand purchase formalities? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discussinspections,offers, and closing steps for theAmelsmotor yacht.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and captains familiar with the 2004vintage fromAmelsdescribe a versatile profile: several yachts have worked successfully in charter (e.g., NITA K II, VIBRANCE, VOLPINI), while others focus on private family cruising and preserving interiors for resale. Large exterior decks and open-air top decks see heavy use for weekend leisure, entertaining, and alfresco dining by both owners and charter guests.

Underway, a consistent picture emerges: an economical 12–12.5-knot cruise, about 15 knots at the top end, and long-range capability on the order of 3,900–4,200 nautical miles at that cruise. With displacement hulls set up for passage-making, these yachts are described as stable over long passages; many 2004 Amelsbuilds carry at-anchor stabilisers, which operators report noticeably improve comfort in chop. Period press also captured the feel as quietly efficient systems when the boat is in rhythm.

On board, typical layouts include a main-deck, full-beam owner suite supported by multiple guest staterooms, and the ambience is often summed up as she feels elegant. Captains and owner representatives praise the joinery and finish quality, and more than one owner has returned to Amelsfor refits to match original woodwork: We wanted it to look seamless, so you don’t notice it’s had the refit; The team did a fantastic job. Major periodic refits and class surveys are common (for example, VOLPINI’s extensive 10-year survey yard period in 2014, and NITA K II refit work noted in 2016/2019/2023–2024). Typical multi-year cycles include machinery and electronics upgrades; across different 2004Amelsbuilds, engines have been listed as Cummins or MTU, so planning for major service is part of ownership.

Pros and Cons

• Long-range capability of roughly 3,900–4,200 NM at ~12–12.5 knots supports blue-water cruising and extended passages.
• Displacement ride with commonly fitted at-anchor stabilisers delivers stable cruising and improved comfort at anchor.
• High-quality joinery and an elegant interior feel; yard refits can match original finishes seamlessly.
• Top speed around 15 knots means outright speed is not the focus.
• Major refits and class surveys (including documented 10-year surveys) are common, adding cost and downtime.
• Multi-year ownership typically entails machinery/electronics upgrades and engine service (Cummins or MTU depending on the build).

Comparison with Other Models