MERRITT BOAT WORKS - 80' Sportfish - For Sale

Purpose-built for serious offshore pursuits, the 80' SportfishfromMERRITT BOAT WORKSstands out as amotor yachtin thesport fishermansegment, built on a provenfiberglass and plasticplatform. Shestakov Yacht Sales showcases this model with personalized guidance from broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a 80' Sportfish

Choosing the 80' Sportfishmakes sense if you want tournament-focused capability paired with strong performance. With a 28-knot cruising speed and 34-knot top end, twin MTU inboard diesels, and a broad 20-foot beam, it delivers confident handling for anglers and their crews. As a truesport fishermanand premiummotor yacht, it offers the size, speed, and construction pedigree buyers expect fromMERRITT BOAT WORKS.

Features of the Model

• Performance-oriented profile with a 28-kn cruise and 34-kn maximum speed for swift runs offshore.
• Twin inboard MTU diesels (2 engines) running on diesel fuel for dependable propulsion.
• 80 ft LOA and 20 ft beam provide substantial deck footprint for active sportfishing days.
• Hull built to the fiberglass and plasticstandard; deck material is fiberglass.
• Fuel capacity of 3,200 gallons to support demanding days on the water.

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 80 ft (24.38 m)
• Beam: 20 ft (6.17 m)
• Draft (max): 16.951 ft (5.1666 m)
• Cruising speed: 28 kn (32.22 mph)
• Maximum speed: 34 kn (39.13 mph)
• Engines: 2 x MTU, Inboard, Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 3200 gal
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Type: motor yacht;sport fisherman

Pricing and Ordering

Availability and pricing for the 80' Sportfishare provided upon request. Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss current opportunities, inspections, and the purchase process for thismotor yachtin thesport fishermanclass byMERRITT BOAT WORKS.

Questions and Answers

• What is the yacht type of the 80' Sportfish?
  The yacht typeis amotor yachtconfigured as asport fisherman, with ahullin thefiberglass and plasticcategory.

• What are the key performance figures?
  Cruising speedis 28 knots (32.22 mph), andmaximum speedis 34 knots (39.13 mph), ideal for making time to and from the grounds.

• What powers this model?
  Engines: 2 x MTU,inboardinstallation,dieselfuel—providing reliable thrust and straightforward serviceability.

• What are the principal dimensions?
  LOA: 80 ft (24.38 m);Beam: 20 ft (6.17 m);Draft: 16.951 ft (5.1666 m).

• How do I buy through Shestakov Yacht Sales?
  For contactandordering, reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. He will coordinate information, viewing, and next steps for the80' SportfishbyMERRITT BOAT WORKS.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and crews gravitate to the 80' SportfishfromMERRITT BOAT WORKSfor the way it couples big-boat composure with quick performance. A professional review notes, "From idle to 30 knots takes a mere 11 seconds," with top end reported in the mid-30s knots and a practical cruise in the high-20s to low-30s at efficient burn. The wide-chine hull provides lift and reduces wetted area for economy, while the robust composite build and roughly 120,000 lb displacement deliver a solid, sea-kindly ride offshore; the tradeoff is a larger turning radius than smaller sportfish.

In day-to-day use, the cockpit is laid out for serious sportfishing with built-in fish boxes and baitwells, and several 80' Merritts appear in broker/charter listings as private or small-scale charter platforms. For family cruising and overnights, four double staterooms and four full heads, a large salon, and a balcony deck with air-conditioned seating off the cockpit keep guests comfortable. Rod and tackle storage is extensive under settees and flybridge seating, with a large amidships tackle locker, and a crew stateroom with direct engine-room access streamlines operations and service.

Maintenance expectations are on the yacht scale. The common MTU 16V2000 package delivers high performance but, as owners and forum commentary note, can be expensive to service or overhaul if maintenance is deferred. Generous engine-room access and standing headroom aid routine work, and brokers consistently highlight recent services, hose and fuel-line replacements, and engine-hour tracking in listings. Upkeep on large diesels and major systems can be significant, so documented service history is a key consideration. Details vary by hull, but these themes are consistent across reviews and listings.

Pros and Cons

• Serious sportfishing cockpit with built-in fish boxes and baitwells supports tournament use.
• Four double staterooms and four heads, plus a large salon and a balcony deck with air-conditioned seating off the cockpit, suit extended trips.
• Quick acceleration to 30 knots and a practical high-20s to low-30s cruise enable fast offshore runs with efficient fuel burn.
• Wide-chine hull delivers lift and economy but results in a larger turning radius than smaller sportfish.
• MTU 16V2000 propulsion offers high performance but can carry high service and overhaul costs if maintenance is deferred.
• Ownership benefits from thorough documentation; expect regular engine services, hose/fuel-line replacements, and hour tracking to preserve reliability and value.

Comparison with Other Models