Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsPresented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, the 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPITfromJohnsonis amotor yachton a semi-displacement platform with afiberglass and plastichull, with hull design by Dixon Yacht Design and interiors by Johnson Yachts. For details and personal guidance, contact broker Andrey Shestakov.
Selecting a 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPIT
Choosing the 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPITmeans prioritizing proven design, balanced performance, and generous living spaces. At 83 ft (25.3 m) LOA with a 20 ft (6.32 m) beam, this yacht offers accommodation for 8 guests with 4 heads and additional crew beds for 2, making it suitable for extended cruising.
With a semi-displacement hull and twin MAN inboard diesels, she delivers a confident 21-knot cruise and 25-knot top end, supported by ample fuel (1,600 gal) and water (350 gal) capacities. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can help you align these capabilities with your plans.
Features of the Model
- Semi-displacement hull for a balanced blend of speed and comfort
- Twin MAN inboard diesel propulsion
- Accommodation for 8 with 4 heads; dedicated crew beds for 2
- Hull by Dixon Yacht Design; interior by Johnson Yachts
- Robust fiberglass deck construction
- Cruise speed 21 kn (24.17 mph); max speed 25 kn (28.77 mph)
- Fuel capacity 1,600 gal; water capacity 350 gal
- Category: motor yacht; hull:fiberglass and plastic
Technical Specifications
- Model: 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPIT
- Builder: Johnson
- Length overall (LOA): 83 ft (25.3 m)
- Beam: 20 ft (6.32 m)
- Draft: min 19.685 ft (6 m); max 19.958 ft (6.0833 m)
- Gross tonnage: 63
- Hull configuration: Semi-Displacement
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull designer: Dixon Yacht Design
- Interior designer: Johnson Yachts
- Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel
- Cruise speed: 21 kn (24.17 mph)
- Max speed: 25 kn (28.77 mph)
- Accommodation: 8
- Heads: 4
- Crew beds: 2
- Fuel capacity: 1,600 gal
- Water capacity: 350 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss the 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPITbyJohnson, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will guide you through specifications, build details, and purchase arrangements. Specifications and availability are subject to change by the builder.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPIT? A: It is amotor yachtwith a semi-displacement hull built within thefiberglass and plasticcategory.
Q: Who are the designers behind the yacht? A: The hull designeris Dixon Yacht Design, and theinterior designeris Johnson Yachts.
Q: What are the performance figures? A: Cruise speedis 21 kn (24.17 mph), andmax speedis 25 kn (28.77 mph).
Q: How many people can stay on board? A: The yacht offers accommodationfor 8 with4 heads, pluscrew bedsfor 2.
Q: What engines and capacities does it have? A: Power comes from 2 x MAN inboard dieselengines.Fuel capacityis 1,600 gal andwater capacityis 350 gal. For tailored guidance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners of Johnsonskylounge models report using them the way the83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPITis intended: family-oriented, owner-operated coastal passages reaching from the U.S. East Coast into the Bahamas. Broker materials cite a semi-displacement Dixon hull with an approximate 21-knot cruise and about 25 knots at the top, and forum sentiment around Johnson skylounge boats sums up as "pretty good, solid boat." With the fishing cockpit layout, listings note dedicated gear such as rod stations and downvision to support sport and bluewater fishing days.
On board, owner and broker notes point to a full-beam aft master, an enclosed skylounge with the helm, and a large aft deck paired to a hydraulic swim platform. One forum comment about Johnson skylounge layouts even remarked that the "aft deck and swim platform are twice the size of other 70 footers," aligning with the general impression of a roomy salon/galley flow and the customizable, high-end finishes commonly specified on these builds.
As a new-build series (with 2022–2026 listings), long-term owner data specific to the 83-foot platform is still limited, so failure trends are not yet established. Expect typical superyacht-level ownership with commissioning and warranty handled through yard/import channels; owners of Johnson skylounge boats advise a thorough sea-trial and punch-list at delivery, along with routine systems checks and surveys.
Pros and Cons
- Semi-displacement Dixon hull shows an approximate 21-knot cruise and about 25 knots at top in broker listings.
- Full-beam aft master, enclosed skylounge, and an oversized aft deck with hydraulic swim platform enhance liveability and deck utility.
- Fishing cockpit layout with rod stations and downvision supports serious sport and bluewater fishing days.
- Long-term owner data for the 83-foot series is limited, so failure trends are not yet established.
- Commissioning benefits from a thorough sea-trial and delivery punch-list, as advised by Johnson skylounge owners.
- Service and parts are handled through yard/import channels, requiring some planning for support and spares.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPIT | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Motor Yacht wFB wOn-Deck Master | 115' 0" (35.05 m) | 27' 0" (8.43 m) | 21' 10" (6.67 m) – 22' 2" (6.75 m) | 12 kn / 14 kn | 154 |
| RPH wOn Deck Master | 110' 0" (33.53 m) | 23' 0" (7.19 m) | 21' 4" (6.50 m) – 22' 8" (6.92 m) | 19 kn / 22 kn | 105 |
| SKYLOUNGE | 70' 0" (21.46 m) | 18' 0" (5.59 m) | 10' 11" (3.33 m) – 11' 3" (3.42 m) | 22 kn / 25 kn | 48 |
| Open Flybridge with Hydraulic Platform | 93' 0" (28.58 m) | 23' 0" (7.19 m) | 21' 4" (6.50 m) | 22 kn | 95 |
| Skylounge with Hydraulic Platform | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 25 kn | 63 |
| FLYBRIDGE wFLYBRIDGE FISHING COCKPIT | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Flybridge Motor Yacht | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Skylounge wFishing Cockpit | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| FLYBRIDGE wFISHING COCKPIT | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
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