Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 53byHatterasis a capablemotor yachtbuilt on a durablefiberglass and plastichull and powered by twin inboard Detroit Diesel engines. For acquisition guidance and current availability, contact Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a 53
Choose the 53if you seek a 53 ft (16.15 m) LOA platform with a 15 ft (4.83 m) beam, substantial capacities (fuel 825 gal, water 239 gal), and practical accommodations featuring 3 heads. Twin inboard Detroit Diesel power underscores diesel simplicity and serviceability, while a fiberglass deck complements the fiberglass-and-plastic hull structure.
Features of the Model
- Twin inboard Detroit Diesel propulsion (2 engines; diesel fuel)
- Hull built in fiberglass and plastic; deck material: fiberglass
- Layout includes 3 heads
- Capacities for longer passages: fuel 825 gal; water 239 gal
- Dimensional footprint: LOA 53 ft (16.15 m); beam 15 ft (4.83 m); draft 14.764 ft (4.5 m)
Technical Specifications
- Type: motor yacht
- Builder: Hatteras
- Model: 53
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 53 ft (16.15 m)
- Beam: 15 ft (4.83 m)
- Draft (min/max): 14.764 ft (4.5 m)
- Engines: 2 x Detroit Diesel
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 825 gal
- Water capacity: 239 gal
- Heads: 3
Pricing and Ordering
To review available 53opportunities, pricing, and to arrange inspections, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will coordinate showings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide documentation and closing.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the 53byHatteras? A: It’s amotor yachtmeasuringLOA 53 ft (16.15 m)with abeam 15 ft (4.83 m), built on afiberglass and plastichull and powered by twinDetroit DieselInboardengines. Onboard highlights include3 heads,825 galfuel capacity, and239 galwater capacity.
Q: What is the draft of the 53? A: The specifieddraftis 14.764 ft (4.5 m) for both minimum and maximum.
Q: What engines power the 53? A: The yacht is equipped with2 enginesbyDetroit Diesel, withInboardinstallation andDieselfuel.
Q: How is the hull and deck constructed? A: The hull is categorized as fiberglass and plastic, and thedeck materialisfiberglass.
Q: How can Shestakov Yacht Sales help me buy a 53? A: TheShestakov Yacht Salesbrokerage team, led byAndrey Shestakov, will provide listings, arrange viewings, assist with offers and negotiations, and coordinate surveys and closing for your53.
Owner Experience Review
Built roughly from 1971 to 1989 with more than 600 hulls, the Hatteras53developed a following across multiple variants—Motor Yacht, Convertible, and Extended Deckhouse. Owners commonly ran these boats themselves for family cruising and liveaboard life, while the 53 Convertible also served as a capable big-boat sportfishing platform.
On the water, it is praised for seaworthiness in heavy weather for its era, but it is not fast by modern standards and its heavy displacement asks for horsepower and patience. Many owners advise that stabilizers are a must if you plan to run. Inside, galley-up U-shaped layouts and two- or three-stateroom arrangements make the boat workable for family and guests; one forum owner summed it up as "great room for a live aboard as well as easy to run and economical and nice range." Original interiors and electronics, however, are often dated and benefit from refit.
Long-term ownership centers on diligent maintenance. Surveyors and experienced owners criticize cramped, awkward engine-room access, and forum advice routinely flags checking for moisture—soft spots on the bridge and around windows. Many boats still carry Detroit 8V71 or 6V92-era power with histories of rebuilds or repowers; genset replacement and electrical updates are common, and some Convertibles show messy legacy wiring. A thorough electrical/AC/genset/battery survey and budgeting for systems refresh are prudent.
Pros and Cons
- Proven seaworthiness in heavy weather for its era.
- Spacious galley-up, 2–3 stateroom layouts suit family cruising and liveaboard use.
- Large production run with multiple variants supports both cruising and sportfishing roles.
- Not fast by modern standards, with heavy displacement that demands horsepower and time.
- Many owners consider stabilizers essential for comfortable running.
- Maintenance can be demanding due to cramped engine-room access, aging Detroit-era power/electrics, and potential moisture around bridge and windows.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 53' 0" (16.15 m) | 15' 0" (4.83 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | - | - |
| Flybridge Motor Yacht | 130' 0" (39.62 m) | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | 20' 6" (6.25 m) – 21' 4" (6.50 m) | 14 kn / 22 kn | 272 |
| 45 Express Sportfish | 45' 0" (13.72 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | 30 kn / 40 kn | - |
| 60 Motor Yacht | 60' 0" (18.52 m) | 18' 0" (5.54 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | - | - |
| LAMPHRE YACHTS CUSTOM | 75' 0" (22.86 m) | 19' 0" (5.82 m) | 26' 3" (8 m) | - | - |
| 60 Convertible | 60' 0" (18.31 m) | 17' 0" (5.28 m) | 16' 2" (4.92 m) | 30 kn / 36 kn | - |
| Long Range Cruiser | 48' 0" (14.63 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 15' 4" (4.67 m) | 7.5 kn / 9.5 kn | - |
| 65 Convertible | 65' 0" (19.81 m) | 18' 0" (5.49 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | 32 kn | - |
| M90 PANACERA | 97' 0" (29.57 m) | 22' 0" (6.86 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 20' 4" (6.20 m) | 16 kn / 22 kn | 174 |
| HATTERAS Cruising Yacht | 70' 0" (21.42 m) | 18' 0" (5.49 m) | 5' 12" (1.82 m) | - | - |
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