HYLAS - 70 - For Sale

Crafted by HYLAS, the70is a bluewater-readysailing yachtaimed at extended passages and refined private cruising. With Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering shaping its monohull and robustfiberglass construction, it sits squarely among seriouscruising sailboats. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, the model balances capability, comfort, and efficiency.

Selecting a 70

Choosing the 70means prioritizing range, efficiency, and sea-kindly motion. A single Yanmar inboard diesel underlines simplicity and reliability, while the Frers-designed monohull andfiberglass buildensure durability offshore. If you’re evaluating seriouscruising sailboats, this model’s 69 ft LOA, generous 18 ft beam, and practical capacities (710 gal fuel, 360 gal water) make it a compelling option backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov.

Features of the Model

• Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering monohull for capable passagemaking
• Robust fiberglass constructionwith fiberglass deck
• Purpose-built as a sailing yachtwithin thecruising sailboats segment
• Reliable single Yanmar inboard diesel; straightforward systems approach
• Balanced performance profile: 8 kn cruise (9.21 mph), 10 kn max (11.51 mph)
• Four heads to support life aboard on longer voyages
• Interior by HYLASwith a practical, underway-focused layout philosophy
• 40 GT for substantial volume and storage potential

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 69 ft (21.21 m)
• Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m)
• Draft (min/max): 25.7 ft (7.8333 m)
• Hull configuration: Monohull
• Hull designer: Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering
• Interior designer: HYLAS
• Hull material: fiberglass
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Engines: 1 x Yanmar, Inboard, Diesel
• Speed: Cruise 8 kn (9.21 mph); Max 10 kn (11.51 mph)
• Gross tonnage: 40 GT
• Fuel capacity: 710 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 360 gal
• Heads: 4

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to discuss configuration of the 70, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through selection, survey support, and closing for a seamless acquisition experience.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 70byHYLAS? A: It is a performance-orientedsailing yachtpositioned among capablecruising sailboatswith a monohull design andfiberglass construction.

Q: What are the typical speeds of the 70? A: The model offers acruise speedof 8 kn (9.21 mph) and amaximum speedof 10 kn (11.51 mph), balancing efficiency and passagemaking pace.

Q: Who are the designers behind the hull and interior? A: The hullwas designed by Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering, and theinterioris byHYLAS.

Q: What powers the yacht, and how many engines does it have? A: Propulsion comes from a single Yanmar inboard diesel(1 engine), emphasizing reliability and service simplicity.

Q: What capacities and accommodations support longer cruising? A: The yacht carries 710 gal of fueland360 gal of fresh water, and features4 heads, aligning with extended-cruise needs. For listings and purchase support, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and delivery crews describe the 70fromHYLASas a yacht that a couple can sail reasonably comfortably, yet it scales well for family liveaboard use with 4-cabin/4-head layouts or with a professional crew when desired. It has a track record of multi-day offshore passages, including owner and delivery runs such as Maine to South Carolina and Newport to Bermuda.

On the water, reports highlight a comfortable, soft motion and solid tracking from the heavy-displacement Frers hull. Performance picks up as the breeze builds and the long waterline helps maintain speed; one owner video shows roughly 9 knots under sail off Key West. In lighter air the large genoa can be reluctant to tack, and while handling is described as easy for the size, owners consistently note that the boat’s systems are complex.

Aboard, the layout emphasizes comfort: a spacious 4-cabin/4-head arrangement with an aft owner’s stateroom and private head, a well-equipped galley, a bright saloon, and a large cockpit. Build and fit-out are praised for quality joinery, with details like bamboo soles mentioned in reviews. Maintenance feedback is pragmatic: systems are properly installed with excellent access, but the extensive hydraulic winches, furlers, and backstays demand specialist service and periodic overhauls; many listings document refits to hydraulics, standing rigging, and engines/generators, and some call out full-width engine-room access panels and, in refits, remote start/controls.

Pros and Cons

• Comfortable, soft motion and solid tracking, with better performance as the breeze builds.
• Manageable for a couple yet suited to family/liveaboard or crewed operation, with proven offshore passages.
• High-quality interior with a spacious 4-cabin/4-head layout, bright saloon, and a large cockpit.
• Complex onboard systems despite easy handling for the size.
• Extensive hydraulic gear and furlers require specialist servicing and periodic overhauls.
• Light-air tacks can be sluggish due to the large genoa, and ongoing refits can be significant.

Comparison with Other Models