Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsA85byArcadia Yachtsis an 85-footmotor yachtin theMotor Yacht segment, built with afiberglass and plastic hulland a semi-displacement profile for comfortable, efficient cruising. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.
Choosing A85means prioritizing space, efficiency, and serene passagemaking. At 85 ft (25.91 m) LOA and 23 ft (7.14 m) beam, she delivers generous volume (109 GT) and stability. The semi-displacement hull balances a relaxed 10-kn cruise with 16-kn sprints, powered by twin MAN inboard diesels. With accommodations for 8 guests, 5 heads, and separate crew quarters (2 cabins/4 berths), the yacht suits family cruising and owner-operator programs alike. Crafted byArcadia Yachts.
To discuss pricing and availability of A85byArcadia Yachts, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will guide you through specifications, suitable configurations, and the purchase process.
Q: What type of yacht is the A85? A: It’s amotor yachtin theMotor Yacht class, featuring afiberglass and plastic hulland a semi-displacement design.
Q: How fast does the A85cruise and what is the top speed? A:Cruise speedis10 kn (11.51 mph)andmax speedis16 kn (18.41 mph), aligned with its semi-displacement running surface.
Q: How many guests and crew can the A85accommodate? A: The yachtsleeps 8with5 heads, plus a dedicatedcrewarea with2 cabinsand4 bedsfor professional support.
Q: What powers the A85? A: Propulsion is bytwin MANinboarddieselengines (2), providing dependable performance and maneuverability.
Q: What onboard capacities support longer stays? A: Fuelcapacity is2456.8 galandfresh watercapacity is422.68 gal, complementing the yacht’s efficient semi-displacement profile.
Owners gravitate to the A85fromArcadia Yachtsfor family cruising, liveaboard comfort, and charter use, thanks to a single-level main deck conceived for long stays at sea. The “winter garden” concept delivers roughly 100 m² of open, light-filled social space with a notably high saloon ceiling (reviews cite over 2.5 m), modern designer finishes, and configurable furnishings, including collaborations with Hot Lab. Below, four guest cabins are complemented by crew quarters forward with direct access, keeping guest and crew circulation separate; the owner’s suite is repeatedly described as unusually large for a ~26 m yacht, closer to what is seen on some 30–35 m boats.
On the water, owners and reviewers describe the A85as a semi-displacement cruiser that trades outright speed for efficiency and seakeeping. Comfortable cruise is around 12 kn, with reported top speeds in the 16–17 kn range; handling is smooth and steady at displacement speeds, with zero-speed stabilizers and the full-length glass superstructure contributing to good comfort at anchor and a generally stable ride in typical conditions. For long passages, the boat is commonly run at 8–12 kn for economy, and some model notes reference long-range planning around 2,500 nm at about 8 kn.
Day to day, the platform benefits from commonly supported MAN in-line-six diesels (examples in the ~730–800 hp range), which helps with parts and service availability. The integrated solar panels can reduce generator hours, though the extensive glazing and solar array imply more specialized cleaning and care. Multiple hulls have been delivered over the years (e.g., hull #12 in 2017 and hull #18 in 2020+), with no widespread systemic hull failures reported in public summaries; used examples change hands with typical maintenance and refit items noted in listings, such as engine servicing, generator overhauls, and upholstery/finish refreshes.
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherpa 80XL | 85' 0" (25.91 m) | 23' 0" (7.10 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) – 15' 9" (4.80 m) | 16.5 kn / 18.5 kn | 95 |
| Sherpa 60 | 61' 0" (18.67 m) | 18' 0" (5.49 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | 18 kn / 21 kn | - |
| A85 | 85' 0" (25.91 m) | 23' 0" (7.14 m) | 5' 5" (1.66 m) | 10 kn / 16 kn | 109 |
| 100 | 96' 0" (29.26 m) | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | - | - | - |
| Arcadia Sherpa 60 | 60' 0" (18.28 m) | 18' 0" (5.50 m) | 4' 7" (1.40 m) | - | - |
| ARCADIA A96 | 95' 0" (29.08 m) | 25' 0" (7.90 m) | 18' 10" (5.75 m) | 19 kn / 23 kn | 214 |
| A96 | 98' 0" (30 m) | 24' 0" (7.32 m) | 5' 11" (1.80 m) – 6' 7" (2 m) | 20 kn / 25 kn | 214 |
| A115 | 116' 0" (35.50 m) | 24' 0" (7.33 m) | 7' 7" (2.30 m) | 10 kn / 17 kn | 266 |
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