Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and ships

Carver Yachts - 444 Motor Yacht - For Sale

Step aboard the 444 Motor YachtfromCarver Yachts—a spaciousmotor yachtmade for easy coastal passages and comfortable stays. Positioned within versatilecruisersand built on a durablefiberglass and plasticplatform, it is presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a 444 Motor Yacht

Choose the 444 Motor Yachtif you value dependable twin-diesel propulsion, practical overall dimensions for marinas and moorings, and amenities that support comfortable weekends or longer getaways. With 2 Volvo Penta diesel engines, a 46 ft (14.02 m) LOA, and a 13 ft (4 m) beam, this monohull offers confident performance and onboard convenience, including two heads.

Features of the Model

Twin-engine propulsion: 2 Volvo Penta diesel engines for efficiency and redundancy.

Performance balance: 20 knots cruising speed and up to 23 knots maximum for timely passages.

Construction and layout: Monohull with a fiberglass deck and a robust fiberglass and plasticbuild.

Onboard utility: Two heads enhance privacy and comfort for guests.

Capacities for cruising: 404 gal fuel capacity and 90 gal fresh water capacity.

Technical Specifications

Length overall (LOA): 46 ft (14.02 m)

Beam: 13 ft (4 m)

Draft (approx.): 11.483 ft (3.5 m)

Hull configuration: Monohull

Hull material: fiberglass and plastic

Deck material: Fiberglass

Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta

Fuel type: Diesel

Cruising speed: 20 kn (23.02 mph)

Maximum speed: 23 kn (26.47 mph)

Heads: 2

Fuel capacity: 404 gal

Fresh water capacity: 90 gal

Pricing and Ordering

To discuss current availability, pricing, and build or purchase options for the 444 Motor YachtbyCarver Yachts, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will guide you through vessel selection, offers, contracts, survey, sea trial, and delivery logistics.

Questions and Answers

What powers the 444 Motor Yacht? The yacht is equipped with2Volvo Pentadieselengines, providing reliable twin-propulsion performance under theCarver Yachtspedigree.

What are the cruisingandtop speedsof the444 Motor Yacht? Thecruising speedis 20 kn (23.02 mph), and thetop speedis 23 kn (26.47 mph), ideal for timely passages.

What are the key dimensionsof the boat? The444 Motor Yachtmeasures46 ft (14.02 m) LOA, has a13 ft (4 m) beam, and an approximatedraft of 11.483 ft (3.5 m).

What onboard capacitiessupport longer trips? You’ll find afuel capacity of 404 gal,fresh water capacity of 90 gal, andtwo heads, supporting extended stays aboard the444 Motor Yacht.

How do I start the purchase processwith Shestakov Yacht Sales? Reach out to Shestakov Yacht Sales—brokerAndrey Shestakovwill coordinate details for the444 Motor YachtbyCarver Yachts, including inspections, negotiations, andorderingsteps.

Owner Experience Review

Many owners treat the 444 Motor YachtbyCarver Yachtsas a flexible cruiser: weekend getaways, extended cruising, and even liveaboard life for a couple are common themes, with Great Loop and Bahamas passages appearing in listings and forum posts. The interior earns consistent praise for a very large, full-beam salon with panoramic windows and two comparably sized staterooms that preserve privacy. One owner simply called it "very roomy."

Underway, reviewers note a soft, confident entry into chop that they attribute to the solid fiberglass bottom. Owner reports with Volvo TAMD power cite an easy ~16 knots at about 2400 rpm, with test writeups showing roughly 23–25.9 knots at wide open throttle. A recurring dockside observation is a pronounced bow-heavy feel when lightly loaded, which owners typically mitigate by managing fuel and water levels.

Maintenance threads focus on historic fiberglass wet-exhaust components: multiple owners report failures and water ingress, and there has been discussion of a Carver/CG recall on some boats—most advise verifying recall status and considering stainless replacements or broader system updates. Engine-room access is through the saloon sole; most routine items are reachable, though Racor filters placed outboard/forward can be awkward. Forum guidance also includes periodic V-band clamp inspections, stainless elbows with relocated water injection, bilge water-level sensors/pumps in the engine space, and a watchful eye on bow-thruster electrical isolators that some owners flag as a fire risk.

Pros and Cons

Very large full-beam salon with panoramic windows supports comfortable liveaboard use and extended cruising.

Soft, confident entry into chop from the solid fiberglass bottom enhances comfort underway.

Versatile usage profile proven by weekend cruising, Great Loop/Bahamas passages, and couples living aboard.

Pronounced bow-heavy feel at the dock or when lightly loaded requires attentive tank management.

Historic fiberglass wet-exhaust and muffler issues warrant inspection, recall verification, and potential stainless replacements.

Galley layout is efficient but some owners note limited counter space.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
444 Motor Yacht	46' 0" (14.02 m)	13' 0" (4 m)	11' 6" (3.50 m)	20 kn / 23 kn	33800
36 Aft Cabin Motoryacht	35' 0" (10.77 m)	12' 0" (3.76 m)	-	7.5 kn	-
43C	43' 0" (13.11 m)	13' 0" (4.22 m)	11' 9" (3.58 m)	28 kn / 33 kn	-
C52 Command Bridge	52' 0" (15.85 m)	15' 0" (4.78 m)	14' 3" (4.33 m)	16.4 kn / 31 kn	-
Santego 3067	34' 0" (10.36 m)	11' 0" (3.35 m)	-	-	-
570 Voyager Pilot House	57' 0" (17.37 m)	15' 0" (4.70 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m) – 16' 5" (5 m)	23 kn / 28 kn	51
380 Express	38' 0" (11.58 m)	13' 0" (3.96 m)	-	-	-
530 Voyager Pilothouse	53' 0" (16.15 m)	15' 0" (4.67 m)	15' 7" (4.75 m)	-	-
360 Mariner	36' 0" (11.12 m)	12' 0" (3.89 m)	10' 1" (3.08 m)	-	-
396 Aft Cabin MY	40' 0" (12.37 m)	13' 0" (4.24 m)	11' 6" (3.50 m)	-	-