Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsExperience the 80-foot Flybridge wHydraulic PlatformbyJohnson—a refinedmotor yachtwith a robustfiberglass and plastic hull. Offered by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, this semi-displacement flybridge design balances speed, efficiency, and comfort for extended cruising.
Selecting a Flybridge wHydraulic Platform
Choose this model if you value a proven Johnsonplatform with generous dimensions for guest comfort and stability. Twin MAN inboard diesels deliver confident performance, while the flybridge and hydraulic platform simplify on-water activities and tender handling. For buyers seeking a versatilemotor yachtcapable of 20-knot cruising, it’s a strong candidate.
Features of the Model
- Length overall of 80 ft (24.38 m) and a 20 ft (6.1 m) beam for spacious living and entertaining
- Semi-Displacement hull by Johnsonfor a balanced ride and efficiency
- Hull material aligned with a fiberglass and plasticbuild; deck in Fiberglass
- Power by 2 x MAN inboard diesel engines
- Performance at 20 kn cruise (23.02 mph) and 25 kn max (28.77 mph)
- Fuel capacity of 1,550 gal and water capacity of 320 gal
- Flybridge with hydraulic platform for effortless water access and tender ops
- Interior by Karen Lynn Interior Design LLC as per listing photos
Technical Specifications
- Model: Flybridge wHydraulic Platform
- Builder: Johnson
- Category: motor yacht
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Hull configuration: Semi-Displacement
- LOA: 80 ft (24.38 m)
- Beam: 20 ft (6.1 m)
- Draft (min/max): 19.685–19.958 ft (6–6.0833 m)
- Gross ton: 63
- Engines: 2 x MAN; type: Inboard; fuel: Diesel
- Speed (cruise/max): 20/25 kn (23.02/28.77 mph)
- Fuel capacity: 1,550 gal
- Water capacity: 320 gal
- Hull designer: Johnson
- Interior designer: Karen Lynn Interior Design LLC as per listing photos
- Deck material: Fiberglass
Pricing and Ordering
To discuss pricing, current availability, and viewing arrangements for the Flybridge wHydraulic Platform, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will coordinate inspections, negotiations, and closing tailored to your requirements.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the cruising and top speeds of the Flybridge wHydraulic Platform? A: The yacht offers acruising speedof 20 kn (23.02 mph) and atop speedof 25 kn (28.77 mph), powered byMANengines.
Q: What engines power this yacht? A: Propulsion comes from twin engines—2 xMAN,inboard,diesel—providing reliable performance and maneuverability.
Q: What are the principal dimensions and draft? A: Key figures include LOA80 ft (24.38 m),beam20 ft (6.1 m), anddraft19.685–19.958 ft (6–6.0833 m).
Q: How would you describe the construction and hull type? A: It’s a motor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic hulland aSemi-Displacementconfiguration for balanced speed and comfort.
Q: Who can help me purchase this model? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor thepurchase process, from viewings to survey and closing.
Owner Experience Review
Owners running the Flybridge wHydraulic PlatformfromJohnsontreat it as an owner‑operator platform for real travel. Forum owners report multiple Miami–Nantucket and Exumas passages without cancellations, and several have used similarJohnsonflybridge builds for small commercial/occasional charter, citing charter‑capable accommodations and reliability. Others lean into sportfishing and dive/tender operations using factory/fitted fishing‑cockpit options and flybridge configurations. One owner summed up the balance nicely: "The use of space, performance, and aft deck space is excellent," with reports of solid sea‑keeping offshore and, on largerJohnsons, roughly 18‑knot cruise and mid‑20s top speeds on high‑power builds.
On board, owners call out spacious three‑to‑four‑stateroom arrangements, including on‑deck master suites with 180° forward views on larger models, plus comfortable salon/galley ergonomics and the single‑level main‑deck flow seen on more recent 70' designs. The flybridge, large aft deck and the hydraulic swim/tender platform on the Flybridge wHydraulic Platformconsistently earn praise for guest use and toy storage. Maintenance feedback is generally low‑drama when systems are kept up—engine‑room access is often good (walk‑around layouts on larger hulls), and one long‑term owner noted their 3412Es were still purring with no smoke at 5300 hours. That said, owners recommend verifying rudder/steering history at survey due to isolated issues traced to prior repairs, and they note that the hydraulic platform and stabilizers increase the scope of hydraulic‑system service.
Pros and Cons
- Owner‑operator friendly for long‑range itineraries; forum owners report Miami–Nantucket and Exumas runs without cancellations.
- Flexible use case with charter‑capable accommodations plus fishing/diving and weekend entertaining on a large aft deck and flybridge.
- Reported solid sea‑keeping and efficient use of space; larger Johnsons cruise around 18 knots and can reach the mid‑20s on high‑power builds.
- Some 70' layouts provide limited dedicated crew quarters, with the fourth stateroom often doubling as crew.
- Hydraulic swim/tender platform and stabilizers add hydraulic‑system service tasks and overall maintenance scope.
- Isolated steering/rudder issues have been traced to prior repairs; owners advise verifying steering records during survey.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flybridge wHydraulic Platform | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 20' 0" (6.10 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 20 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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