Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and ships500 FlybyGaleon Yachtsdelivers on‑water comfort and agile performance in a contemporarymotor yachtbuilt on a robustfiberglass hullplatform. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales — for availability and viewing, contact broker Andrey Shestakov.
Selecting a 500 Fly
Choosing the 500 Flymeans prioritizing balanced dimensions and performance: 53 ft (16.2 m) LOA, 14 ft (4.4 m) beam, and a 4.593 ft (1.4 m) draft for versatile marina access. Twin inboard diesel power from Volvo Penta supports a 26‑knot cruise and 28‑knot top speed (about 29.92 mph and 32.22 mph), while accommodations for six with two heads and a dedicated crew space suit family cruising or owner-operator use. As a refinedmotor yachtwith a dependablefiberglass hullconstruction, it aligns well with buyers seeking capability without excess footprint.
Features of the Model
- Performance profile: approx. 26 kn cruise and 28 kn max (29.92 / 32.22 mph)
- Dimensions for practical berthing: 53 ft LOA, 14 ft beam, 4.593 ft draft
- Powertrain: 2x Volvo Penta inboard diesel engines
- Layout capacity: sleeps 6 with 2 heads; crew cabin with 1 berth
- Fuel/water capacities: 475.51 gal fuel and 171.71 gal water
- Design pedigree: hull and interior by Galeon; monohull configuration
- Construction: deck in Fiberglass; hull within the fiberglass and plasticclass
- Gross tonnage: 24.52
Technical Specifications
- Classification: motor yacht
- Hull category/material: fiberglass and plastic
- LOA: 53 ft (16.2 m)
- Beam: 14 ft (4.4 m)
- Draft: 4.593 ft (1.4 m)
- Cruise speed: 26 kn (29.92 mph)
- Max speed: 28 kn (32.22 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 24.52
- Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 475.51 gal
- Water capacity: 171.71 gal
- Hull configuration: Monohull
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull designer: Galeon
- Interior designer: Galeon
- Accommodation: 6 sleeps
- Heads: 2
- Crew cabins: 1
- Crew beds: 1
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and build or delivery timelines for the 500 FlybyGaleon Yachts, please contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will guide you through specifications, survey and sea trial scheduling, and closing logistics tailored to your itinerary.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the cruise and top speeds of the 500 Fly? A: The yacht offers acruise speedof 26 knots (about 29.92 mph) and atop speedof 28 knots (about 32.22 mph).
Q: How many guests can sleep aboard, and how many heads are there? A: The layout sleeps 6and includes2 heads, plus a crew cabin with 1 berth for added flexibility.
Q: What powers this yacht? A: Two Volvo Pentainboard dieselengines (twin installation) provide reliable propulsion.
Q: What are the key dimensions and draft? A: LOA is 53 ft (16.2 m), beam14 ft (4.4 m), and draft4.593 ft (1.4 m), supporting versatile marina access.
Q: What is the hull type and construction category? A: It’s a Monohullwith afiberglass hullbuild, classified as amotor yacht.
Owner Experience Review
The 500 FlyfromGaleon Yachtshas proven itself as a versatile platform for family coastal cruising and days at anchor. Owners stepping up from smaller boats—like one family moving from a 20' tow boat—highlight the gain in real privacy from the three-cabin layout (full-beam master amidships, VIP forward, and a twin-bunk guest). Beach Mode, with its fold‑down bulwarks and sliding windows, dramatically opens the salon and cockpit while turning the galley into an indoor/outdoor bar. The expansive flybridge, with wet bar, sunpad, dining area, and a secondary helm, functions as a true second social zone; one owner even put it simply: “I like the wind in my hair.”
Underway, the boat earns consistent praise for a smooth, solid feel with no creaks or rattles, and an owner recounted the boat handling confused 4‑ft Gulf waves “like a champ” on a delivery. Sea‑trial data cite a top around 35–36.5 mph (about 30–31 knots), a best cruise in the 27–29‑knot range, and roughly 11.4 seconds to plane—numbers that make owner‑operated weekend coastal passages and long days of social cruising realistic. It is also commonly seen in Mediterranean charter listings, underscoring its appeal for entertaining at anchor.
Maintenance feedback is more mixed. Reviewers note a tight but well‑laid‑out engine room, with frequently used electrical circuits moved to a stairwell panel to minimize trips below. At the same time, multiple owners describe after‑sale support friction, slow or hard‑to‑schedule repairs (sliders, A/C), and a shortage of knowledgeable local technicians in some areas. Electrical/wiring glitches and the complexity of options (rotating settee, Beach Mode hydraulics, Seakeeper, and drivetrain choices like IPS versus shafts) can add tradeoffs and upkeep considerations, so planning for a responsive service network matters.
Pros and Cons
- Pro: Beach Mode with fold‑down bulwarks greatly expands entertaining space and connects the galley to the cockpit.
- Pro: Three‑cabin layout with a full‑beam master gives real privacy for family cruising and overnighting.
- Pro: Smooth, solid ride with reported best cruise around 27–29 knots and top near 30–31 knots.
- Con: Numerous moving parts and complex options can increase maintenance demands and troubleshooting.
- Con: Owners have reported slow after‑sale service and difficulty finding knowledgeable technicians in some regions.
- Con: Engine room is tight, making some service access less convenient despite thoughtful layout.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | - | - |
| 800 Fly | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 19' 0" (5.79 m) | 19' 5" (5.92 m) | 27 kn / 30 kn | - |
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