LOWELL BROTHERS - Flybridge - For Sale

Discover the 43-foot FlybridgebyLOWELL BROTHERS—amotor yachtpositioned within themotor yachtssegment and built on a robustfiberglass-and-plastic hull. Presented for brokerage by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a Flybridge

If you’re seeking an owner-friendly platform with purposeful performance and straightforward systems, the Flybridgestands out. Its 43 ft (13.11 m) LOA and 15 ft (4.62 m) beam provide a confident footprint, while the monohull configuration is designed for predictable handling. A single MAN inboard diesel emphasizes simplicity and efficiency, and accommodations for up to 6 with 1 head make this yacht well-suited to family cruising or weekending. With a cruising speed of 21 knots (24.17 mph) and a top end of 24 knots (27.62 mph), it offers a balanced blend of pace and comfort. For guidance tailored to your itinerary and usage profile, connect with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Features of the Model

• Classification: motor yachts/motor yacht
• Construction: fiberglass-and-plasticmonohull; fiberglass deck
• Dimensions: LOA 43 ft (13.11 m); Beam 15 ft (4.62 m); Draft 16.951 ft (5.1666 m)
• Performance: 21 kn cruise (24.17 mph); 24 kn max (27.62 mph)
• Machinery: Single MAN inboard diesel
• Design: Hull designer Caroll Lowell; Interior designer Bruce Farrin
• Capacity: Accommodation for 6; 1 head
• Tankage: Fuel 640 gal; Fresh water 125 gal

Technical Specifications

• Model: Flybridge
• Builder: LOWELL BROTHERS
• Category: motor yachts/motor yacht
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Configuration: Monohull
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 43 ft (13.11 m)
• Beam: 15 ft (4.62 m)
• Draft (max): 16.951 ft (5.1666 m)
• Cruising speed: 21 kn (24.17 mph)
• Maximum speed: 24 kn (27.62 mph)
• Engines: 1 × MAN, Inboard, Diesel
• Accommodation: 6
• Heads: 1
• Fuel capacity: 640 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 125 gal
• Hull designer: Caroll Lowell
• Interior designer: Bruce Farrin

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a private viewing, survey, or sea trial of the Flybridge, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate every step—from initial consultation through closing—to ensure a streamlined purchase experience for thismotor yachtbyLOWELL BROTHERS.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Flybridge? A: It’s amotor yachtwithin the broadermotor yachtsclass, built on afiberglass-and-plastic hull. Thetypeandcategorypositioning make it a practical choice for powered cruising.

Q: What are the performance figures? A: The cruising speedis 21 knots (24.17 mph) and thetop speedis 24 knots (27.62 mph), offering confident passage times for a 43-foot platform.

Q: What powers the yacht, and what is the fuel capacity? A: Propulsion is a single MANinboard diesel. Thefuel capacityis 640 gallons, supporting extended outings depending on load and conditions.

Q: How many people can stay aboard and how many heads are there? A: Accommodationis for 6, with 1head, making the layout suitable for families or two couples with guests.

Q: Who designed the yacht, and what is the build configuration? A: The hull designeris Caroll Lowell and theinterior designeris Bruce Farrin. The yacht features amonohullconfiguration with afiberglass-and-plasticstructure and a fiberglass deck.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the FlybridgefromLOWELL BROTHERSfor its Downeast workboat heritage adapted to yacht use. In the 43' size, examples have been used for coastal hopping and overnight cruising, with some hulls originally built for fishermen and later converted, while custom two-stateroom family cruisers (including a 2019 build) show how tailored the layouts can be. Joinery quality and practical arrangements draw consistent praise—forum observers even call the layouts “near finestkind”—and the flybridge provides a defined seating and entertaining zone above the salon.

Underway, the 43' hull is known for strong seakeeping and a willingness to hold pace without pounding or balking in a head sea. Reported figures include roughly 20–21 knots at cruise and about 24 knots max for a 2019 high‑power installation, while an industry note cites approximately 26 knots with a 750 hp commercial setup—evidence that speed varies notably with power and overall spec. In tight quarters, boats fitted with hydraulic bow and stern thrusters are described as very maneuverable.

Day-to-day care benefits from an engine room that gives access to electrical gear and space to “scootch” down either side of the main. Construction details such as foam‑core decks and modern fiberglass builds with “not a stitch of wood” influence inspection and repair methods. Documented refurb work has included new hatches, rubber decking, gelcoat touch‑ups, and window replacements, and because many are custom builds from small yards with owner‑specified systems, service and parts commonality can vary and increase upkeep complexity.

Pros and Cons

• Strong seakeeping that resists pounding when running into waves.
• Practical two-stateroom Downeast layout with quality joinery and a defined flybridge social area.
• Very maneuverable in tight spaces when fitted with hydraulic bow and stern thrusters.
• Performance and speeds vary widely by power and overall setup across 43' builds.
• Many are custom or converted builds, so equipment differences can increase service and parts complexity.
• Documented refit items include hatches, rubber decking, gelcoat, and window work to keep them fresh.

Comparison with Other Models