Bertram Yacht - 450 Convertible - For Sale

Purpose-built for bluewater sportfishing and comfortable cruising, the 450 ConvertiblefromBertram Yachtis a versatilemotor yachtcreated as a capablesport fishermanon a durablefiberglass and plastic hull. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov are ready to help you evaluate options and move seamlessly from inquiry to closing.

Selecting a 450 Convertible

• Balanced footprint: LOA 48 ft (14.7 m) with a 14 ft (4.54 m) beam and a 4.331 ft (1.32 m) draft for confident handling and marina access.
• Confident performance: 26 kn cruise (29.92 mph) and 31 kn max (35.67 mph) for efficient runs offshore and swift returns.
• Proven propulsion: Twin inboard Caterpillar diesel engines for dependable power delivery.
• Liveaboard practicality: Accommodations for 4, sleeping for 3, and 2 heads to support extended trips.
• Robust build: A fiberglass and plastic hullwith a fiberglass deck, suited to the demands of active fishing and family cruising.
• Brokerage guidance: Work directly with Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov for market insight and transaction support.

Features of the Model

• Offshore-capable motor yachtwith focusedsport fishermanintent.
• Twin-engine diesel setup (2 x Caterpillar) with inboard installation for reliable, balanced performance.
• Practical layout planning supported by accommodations for 4 and sleeping for 3, complemented by 2 heads.
• Strong composite foundation: fiberglass and plastic hullconstruction with fiberglass deck for durability and easy maintenance.
• Fuel and water capacities that align with longer days on the grounds: 634.01 gal fuel and 158.5 gal water.

Technical Specifications

• Model: 450 Convertible
• Builder: Bertram Yacht
• Type: motor yacht/sport fisherman
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic hull
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 48 ft (14.7 m)
• Beam: 14 ft (4.54 m)
• Draft (max): 4.331 ft (1.32 m)
• Cruise speed: 26 kn (29.92 mph)
• Max speed: 31 kn (35.67 mph)
• Engines: 2 x Caterpillar, Inboard, Diesel
• Accommodations: 4
• Sleeps: 3
• Heads: 2
• Fuel capacity: 634.01 gal
• Water capacity: 158.5 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Work with Shestakov Yacht Sales for current market availability, pricing guidance, and tailored purchase timelines for the 450 ConvertiblebyBertram Yacht. Broker Andrey Shestakov will coordinate specifications review, survey logistics, and delivery planning to align the yacht’s capabilities with your fishing and cruising profile. Contact our team to discuss quotations and next steps.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is the exact yacht type of the 450 Convertible? A: It is a versatilemotor yachtdesigned as a dedicatedsport fishermanon a provenfiberglass and plastic hull.

Q: What are the key performance figures? A: The 450 Convertibleoffers acruise speedof 26 kn (29.92 mph) and amax speedof 31 kn (35.67 mph) for efficient offshore runs.

Q: What powers the yacht? A: Twin Caterpillarinboarddieselengines (2 total) provide reliable propulsion and balanced handling.

Q: What are the principal dimensions? A: LOA48 ft (14.7 m),beam14 ft (4.54 m), andmax draft4.331 ft (1.32 m) support capable performance and marina flexibility.

Q: How is it set up for time aboard? A: With accommodationsfor 4,sleeps3,2 heads,fuel capacityof 634.01 gal, andwater capacityof 158.5 gal, it’s ready for extended days and overnight trips with Shestakov Yacht Sales support from Andrey Shestakov.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and brokers position the 450 ConvertiblefromBertram Yachtas a versatile platform. In many listings it’s set up for family cruising with three-cabin/two-head arrangements and is frequently used as a weekend boat thanks to its deep-V hull, roomy salon and convertible flybridge. Sportfishing and charter use are also common, with cockpit fishboxes, a transom livewell/tuna tubes, and appropriate rigging packages appearing in owner and broker descriptions.

On the water, reports describe a dry, steady ride in moderate seas and note that the 450 runs pretty flat. It is quick to plane with strong low-end torque; a published sea trial on Cat 3196 power showed about 26 knots at cruise and roughly 30 knots at top, and owners repeatedly cite confident handling and good seakeeping. One quirk mentioned is that the transom door can admit some water, which then drains through the cockpit scuppers.

Day-to-day, the engine room is organized for service and even engine removal without major surgery, which owners and brokers value. Listings frequently reference routine heavy maintenance such as 1,000-hour services, and some older hulls have seen repowers or major engine work. Forum reports also raise cockpit freezer flooding and transom/cockpit drainage concerns, so it’s prudent to verify these points during a pre-purchase survey.

Pros and Cons

• Versatile for family cruising, weekend leisure, and sportfishing with cockpit fishboxes and a transom livewell/tuna tubes.
• Dry, steady ride that runs fairly flat with confident handling and quick planing.
• Spacious salon/galley with a raised wet-bar and three-stateroom layouts suited to extended trips.
• Transom door can admit some water, though it drains via cockpit scuppers.
• Routine heavy maintenance, including 1,000-hour services, is part of ownership, especially on older hulls.
• Forum reports note cockpit freezer flooding and drainage concerns that warrant inspection at survey.

Comparison with Other Models