Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsPresented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, the Galeon 480 FlyfromGaleon Yachtsis a refinedmotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment, built on a durablefiberglass hullplatform with a fiberglass deck.
Selecting a Galeon 480 Fly
Choose the Galeon 480 Flyif you value confident performance, efficient diesel inboard power, and practical capacities for extended time aboard.
- Cruise at 24 kn (27.62 mph) with a top speed of 29 kn (33.37 mph)
- Twin inboard diesel reliability from Volvo Penta
- Capacities that support weekend cruising: 396.26 gal fuel and 142.65 gal water
- Onboard amenities include 2 heads and a crew berth for 1
Features of the Model
- Propulsion: 2 x Volvo Penta, Inboard, Diesel
- Performance: cruise 24 kn (27.62 mph); max 29 kn (33.37 mph)
- Construction: fiberglass hull; deck in Fiberglass
- Volume and space planning supported by a gross tonnage of 16
- Amenities: 2 heads; crew accommodation for 1
- Segment: part of the motor yachtsfamily of premium cruisers
Technical Specifications
- Builder: Galeon Yachts
- Model: Galeon 480 Fly
- Classification: motor yacht/motor yachts
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic construction
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 47 ft (14.35 m)
- Beam: 19 ft (5.95 m)
- Max draft: 4.265 ft (1.3 m)
- Gross tonnage: 16
- Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta, Inboard, Diesel
- Cruise speed: 24 kn (27.62 mph)
- Max speed: 29 kn (33.37 mph)
- Fuel capacity: 396.26 gal
- Water capacity: 142.65 gal
- Heads: 2
- Crew beds: 1
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss brokerage or new-order options for the Galeon 480 FlybyGaleon Yachts, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through selection, inspection, and delivery timelines.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the performance figures of the Galeon 480 Fly? A:Cruise speedis 24 kn (27.62 mph) andmaximum speedis 29 kn (33.37 mph).
Q: What powers this yacht? A: Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta,type: Inboard,fuel: Diesel.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA: 47 ft (14.35 m);Beam: 19 ft (5.95 m);Max draft: 4.265 ft (1.3 m).
Q: What capacities support cruising? A: Fuel: 396.26 gal;Water: 142.65 gal; plus2 headsand1 crew bedfor practicality onboard.
Q: How is it classified and built? A: It’s a motor yachtwithin themotor yachtssegment, with aHullinfiberglass constructionand aDeckin Fiberglass.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and operators looking at the Galeon 480 FlyfromGaleon Yachtswill find a layout and feature set aimed squarely at family cruising and social weekends. The three-cabin, two-head arrangement with large wraparound hull windows feels airy and welcoming, while the galley-to-cockpit integration—complete with a fold-out bar module—turns the main deck into a single entertaining zone. A notably spacious flybridge, fold-down side balconies, and an aft cockpit bar create multiple gathering areas that also lend the model credible light day‑charter potential.
Underway, expert sea trials describe the boat as exceptionally stable with a confident, poised bow‑up attitude in light chop. Reported figures put top speed around 29 knots at roughly 3,080 rpm, with a comfortable cruise near 24 knots around 2,750 rpm and an economical “sweet spot” close to 21 knots. The standard twin Volvo Penta D8s on shafts deliver a traditional driving feel, and reviewers note that bow and stern thrusters greatly ease close‑quarters work. Serviceability has been called well thought out, with primary engine‑bay access via a transom hatch.
As a new model (debuting in 2024 with most listings appearing 2025–2026), long‑term owner reports and failure histories are still scarce. Forum discussions about the broader brand praise design but occasionally mention fit‑and‑finish variability and noise/rattles, so diligent commissioning and follow‑up adjustments are advisable.
Pros and Cons
- Exceptionally stable ride with a confident bow‑up attitude and an easy cruising rhythm around ~24 knots.
- Flexible entertaining spaces: large flybridge, fold‑down side balconies, aft cockpit bar, and galley-to-cockpit bar integration.
- Three-cabin, two-head layout with expansive hull windows creates an airy, welcoming interior.
- Limited long‑term owner feedback due to the model’s recent debut and early‑stage market presence.
- Forum-owner mentions of fit‑and‑finish variability and occasional noise/rattles.
- Shaft‑drive layout rather than pods, which may not suit buyers specifically seeking pod systems.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeon 480 Fly | 47' 0" (14.35 m) | 19' 0" (5.95 m) | 4' 3" (1.30 m) | 24 kn / 29 kn | 16 |
| 500 Fly | 53' 0" (16.20 m) | 14' 0" (4.40 m) | 4' 7" (1.40 m) | 26 kn / 28 kn | 24.52 |
| 550 FLYBRIDGE | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 15' 0" (4.78 m) | 15' 0" (4.58 m) | - | - |
| 680 Fly | 72' 0" (22.20 m) | 17' 0" (5.23 m) | 5' 1" (1.55 m) | 20 kn / 32 kn | - |
| 55 LS Flybridge | 58' 0" (17.70 m) | 15' 0" (4.70 m) | 15' 0" (4.58 m) | - | - |
| 640 Fly | 68' 0" (20.80 m) | 16' 0" (5 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) | - | - |
| 470 Sky | 47' 0" (14.45 m) | 14' 0" (4.37 m) | 13' 11" (4.25 m) | - | - |
| 550 FLY | 58' 0" (17.70 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 3' 3" (1 m) | - | - |
| 650 Sky | 68' 0" (20.73 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 510 Sky | 51' 0" (15.54 m) | 14' 0" (4.44 m) | 15' 0" (4.58 m) | - | - |
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