AVA YACHTS - KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHT - For Sale

Discover the KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHTbyAVA YACHTS— a long-rangemotor yachtengineered as anexpedition yachtwith a robuststeel hull. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHT

If you’re seeking a compact explorer with ocean-going comfort, the KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHTstands out. Its full displacement configuration, twin inboard diesel power, and generous tankage support extended passages. As a purpose-builtmotor yachtforexpedition cruising, itssteel constructionunderpins confident voyaging.

Features of the Model

• Full displacement hull for composed passagemaking and efficient cruising profiles.
• Twin (2) Volvo Penta inboard diesel engines for dependable propulsion and maneuvering.
• 200 GT gross tonnage for volume-focused comfort.
• Accommodation for up to 8 guests, with 6 heads; crew area includes 1 cabin with 2 beds.
• LOA 84 ft (25.7 m); beam 24 ft (7.49 m); max draft 24.88 ft (7.5833 m).
• Fuel capacity 6,340.13 gal; fresh water capacity 1,532.2 gal.
• Deck material: Steel; hull category: Steel Yachts.
• Hull designer: AvA Yachts; interior designer: AvA Yachts.

Technical Specifications

• Category: Motor yachts
• Subcategory: Expedition Yachts
• Hull category: Steel Yachts
• Hull configuration: Full Displacement
• Hull material: Steel Yachts
• Deck material: Steel
• LOA: 84 ft / 25.7 m
• Beam: 24 ft / 7.49 m
• Max draft: 24.88 ft / 7.5833 m
• Gross tonnage: 200 GT
• Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta
• Engine type: Inboard
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Cruising speed: 9 kn / 10.36 mph
• Max speed: 11 kn / 12.66 mph
• Accommodation: 8
• Heads: 6
• Crew cabins: 1 (2 beds)
• Fresh water capacity: 1,532.2 gal
• Fuel capacity: 6,340.13 gal
• Hull designer: AvA Yachts
• Interior designer: AvA Yachts

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing is available on request. To review specifications, options, and current opportunities for the KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHTbyAVA YACHTS—including consultation tailored to your itinerary as anexpedition yacht—contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Questions and Answers

Q: What are the principal dimensions of the KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHT? A: The yacht measuresLOA84 ft (25.7 m),beam24 ft (7.49 m), andmax draft24.88 ft (7.5833 m).

Q: What is the propulsion setup and performance? A: Power comes from two Volvo Pentainboard diesel engines.Cruising speedis 9 kn (10.36 mph) andmaximum speedis 11 kn (12.66 mph).

Q: How many guests and crew can be accommodated? A: The layout accommodates 8 guests, provides6 heads, and offers crew space in1 cabin for 2.

Q: What are the fuel and water capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 6,340.13 gallons andfresh watercapacity is 1,532.2 gallons.

Q: What type of yacht and hull form is this? A: It is a motor yachtconceived forexpedition cruisingwith asteel hulland afull displacementconfiguration.

Owner Experience Review

Owners’ voices are not yet available for KANDO 85 EXPLORER SUPERYACHTfromAVA YACHTS: the first hull was sold with the keel laid in March 2024 and delivery scheduled for early 2026, so no long‑term owner reports exist as of May 28, 2026. The perspective below reflects how brokers, the yard, and press position the model for use.

Expectations center on a full‑displacement steel platform with twin Volvo Penta D13 engines, a top speed around 12 knots, and an economical 9–10‑knot cruise. Quoted ranges vary by source from roughly 4,000 to 5,000+ nautical miles, and listings emphasize robust oceangoing stability—one broker notes "an owner can feel total confidence at sea." The program is framed for genuine long‑distance and blue‑water family cruising, with the option to run fully crewed or by an experienced couple with minimal crew.

On board, multiple listings describe a four‑cabin layout with a forward main‑deck master, plus a saloon, a walk‑behind bar on the aft deck, and a davit with space for an owner‑supplied tender. Reported interior volume is inconsistent across sources (about 160 GT to approximately 200 GT). Maintenance expectations lean on the steel construction with 8–10 mm underwater plating and watertight bulkheads, and on commercial‑duty Volvo Penta D13s supported by the brand’s dealer network; however, no owner or crew maintenance/failure data has been reported yet.

Pros and Cons

• Full‑displacement steel hull with 8–10 mm underwater plating and watertight bulkheads targets robust oceangoing capability.
• Economical 9–10‑knot cruise and quoted 4,000–5,000+ nm range suit long‑distance passages.
• Flexible crewing concept allows a fully crewed program or an experienced couple with minimal crew.
• No real‑world owner or crew maintenance reports yet; the first hull is newly built with delivery around early 2026.
• Interior volume is inconsistently reported between roughly 160 GT and ~200 GT across sources.
• Modest top speed of about 12 knots may not suit buyers prioritizing higher speeds.

Comparison with Other Models