Bilgin Yachts - Bilgin 156 - For Sale

The Bilgin 156is a refinedmotor yachtwith a robuststeel hullcrafted byBilgin Yachts. At 155 ft (47.4 m) LOA and 499 GT, it blends volume, efficiency, and comfort for extended cruising. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a Bilgin 156

Choosing the Bilgin 156 makes sense if you value a motor yachtengineered for comfortable passages at an 11-knot cruise, powered by twin MTU inboard diesels, and arranged for up to 10 aboard. Itssteel hullunderscores strength and seakeeping, while the design pedigree ensures refined onboard living. Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales will guide you through availability, viewing, and purchase steps for theBilgin 156.

Features of the Model

• Built by Bilgin Yachtswith naval architecture by Unique Yacht Design and interiors by Bilgin Design Team
• Generous 155 ft (47.4 m) LOA, 28 ft (8.7 m) beam, and 499 GT for substantial interior volume
• Accommodation for up to 10
• Twin MTU inboard diesel propulsion (2 engines)
• Cruise speed 11 kn (12.66 mph); maximum speed 16 kn (18.41 mph)
• steel hullconstruction with steel decks
• Large tankage for extended cruising: approx. 17,831.61 gal fuel and 3,064.4 gal water

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 155 ft (47.4 m)
• Beam: 28 ft (8.7 m)
• Max draft: 9.186 ft (2.8 m)
• Gross tonnage: 499 GT
• Engines: 2 x MTU, Inboard, Diesel
• Speed (cruise/max): 11 kn / 16 kn (12.66 mph / 18.41 mph)
• Hull: steel
• Deck material: Steel
• Hull designer: Unique Yacht Design
• Interior designer: Bilgin Design Team
• Accommodation: up to 10
• Fuel capacity: 17,831.61 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 3,064.4 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a private viewing of the Bilgin 156, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will assist with inspections, comparative market analysis, negotiation, and closing documentation for yourmotor yachtacquisition.

Questions and Answers

• What defines the Bilgin 156in its class? The model combines a 155 ft LOA, 499 GT of volume, and asteel hullfor notable strength, paired with design by Unique Yacht Design and Bilgin Design Team for a balance ofcomfort,efficiency, andcraftsmanship.

• Who builds the Bilgin 156and who are the designers? It is built byBilgin Yachtswith naval architecture byUnique Yacht Designand interiors by theBilgin Design Team, ensuring cohesiveengineeringandaesthetics.

• How does the Bilgin 156perform underway? Expect acruise speedof 11 kn (12.66 mph) andmax speedof 16 kn (18.41 mph), delivered bytwin MTUinboard dieselengines, for reliable passagemaking typical of a qualitymotor yacht.

• What capacity and accommodation does the Bilgin 156offer? She accommodatesup to 10, with substantial tankage of about17,831.61 gal fueland3,064.4 gal water, supporting extended time aboard.

• How can Shestakov Yacht Sales help me acquire a Bilgin 156? BrokerAndrey Shestakovand the Shestakov Yacht Sales team coordinateviewings,surveys,offers, andclosing, streamlining your purchase of thismotor yachtwith a provensteel hull.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Bilgin 156fromBilgin Yachtsfor genuine passage-making rather than sprinting. With a full-displacement steel hull by Unique Yacht Design, published figures indicate an ~11–12-knot cruise, ~16-knot top, and roughly 3,500–4,000 nm at about 12 knots. The configuration prioritizes seakeeping and comfort, and examples are equipped with fin/gyro stabilization, with survey records reflecting the expected periodic overhauls of those systems.

On board, the layout typically delivers five guest cabins plus an owner’s suite (often on the main deck, with a fold-out balcony on some hulls), sleeping about 10 and up to 12 in certain arrangements. The ambiance is bright and modern with large windows, though finishes vary by hull. Amenities commonly cited include a beach club with transom access, a gym, multiple alfresco dining areas, and one or two Jacuzzis depending on the build.

Day-to-day use benefits from practical service flow, and later hulls show galley/pantry tweaks that improve crew circulation and guest privacy. For ownership planning, a realistic view of upkeep is essential for a 47–48 m displacement yacht: five-year survey notes on recent examples list new seawater and chilled-water pumps, new condenser coils, cleaned heat exchangers, turbo and fuel-injector work, stabilizer bearing service, genset electrical-end replacements, and driveline work including pulled shafts and reconditioned propellers. The package also suits commercial programs, as the model is marketed as registerable for charter under 500 GT, while rewarding diligent, scheduled care of the Bilgin 156.

Pros and Cons

• Long-range capability with a published ~3,500–4,000 nm range at about 12 knots.
• Comfortable seakeeping from a full-displacement steel hull and fin/gyro stabilization.
• Versatile program: layouts and amenities suit family cruising and the model is registerable for commercial charter under 500 GT.
• Modest speeds for a yacht this size, with an ~11–12-knot cruise and ~16-knot top.
• Stabilizer and hydraulic systems demand periodic overhauls and servicing.
• Five-year survey items can be extensive, implying notable ownership costs and planned downtime.

Comparison with Other Models