Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsExperience the 500 SportbyNor-Tech— amotor yachtthat pairs acenter console layoutwith durablefiberglass and plastic construction. Powered by five Mercury outboards, it blends exhilarating speed with day‑boat practicality, including a private head. For expert guidance, speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a 500 Sport
Choose the 500 Sportif you want true high performance with the confidence and flexibility of acenter console platform. With a 50 ft (15.26 m) LOA and 12 ft (3.66 m) beam, it balances space and speed, making it ideal for fast offshore runs and refined day cruising. As a modernmotor yachtwithfiberglass and plastic construction, it’s engineered for strength and efficiency.
Features of the Model
- Five Mercury outboards deliver a thrilling 50‑knot cruise and up to 78‑knot top speed.
- Gas/Petrol power and outboard configuration simplify service access and performance tuning.
- Center‑console versatility with one enclosed head for comfort underway.
- Fiberglass deck over a robust fiberglass and plastichull for durability and clean finishes.
- Balanced proportions: 50 ft LOA, 12 ft beam, and 3 m (9.843 ft) max draft for capable handling.
Technical Specifications
- Type: motor yacht
- Class: center console
- Builder: Nor-Tech
- Model: 500 Sport
- LOA: 50 ft (15.26 m)
- Beam: 12 ft (3.66 m)
- Max Draft: 9.843 ft (3 m)
- Cruise Speed: 50 kn (50 mph)
- Max Speed: 78 kn (78 mph)
- Engines: 5 x Mercury, Outboard, Gas/Petrol
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck: Fiberglass
- Heads: 1
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, build guidance, and availability of the 500 SportbyNor-Tech, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage team will assist with specifications, delivery timing, and trade‑in or listing support.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the top speed of the 500 Sport? A: The500 Sportreaches up to78 kn (78 mph), driven by fiveMercuryoutboardengines.
Q: Is it a center‑console design? A: Yes. It’s a center‑console yachtwith a privateheadfor comfort during day runs.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA is 50 ft (15.26 m), beam is12 ft (3.66 m), and maxdraftis9.843 ft (3 m).
Q: What is the hull and deck construction? A: The hull is fiberglass and plastic, and thedeckisfiberglassfor a clean, durable finish.
Q: What engines and fuel type does it use? A: It features 5 x MercuryOutboardengines running onGas/Petrol, delivering a50‑kncruise performance.
Owner Experience Review
Owners gravitate to the 500 SportfromNor-Techfor its range of roles: family cruising with true overnight ability in a console that carries one cabin and one head, offshore fishing enabled by a large cockpit with livewell options, high-speed day runs and poker-run style events, and relaxed weekend entertaining on expansive bow and aft lounges. On the water, confident handling comes up again and again in owner highlights, supported by a triple-stepped carbon/Kevlar hull that feels solid and stable in waves. Reported cruising speeds typically fall around 50-60 mph, with top-end numbers dependent on the engine package and commonly cited in the 75-88+ mph range.
Comfort is more than an afterthought. The console/cabin is described as airy and roomy with expansive portals, and the large berth and spacious head make quick overnights simple. Forward wraparound seating and a beam-to-beam aft lounge encourage group time, while commonly specified options such as a Seakeeper, generator, air conditioning, and refrigeration/ice makers elevate the experience at anchor and underway.
Owners also acknowledge the realities that come with performance. Multiple high-output outboards in quad or quint configurations add routine service complexity and cost, with attention needed to rigging, gearcases, and propellers. Some forum voices have expressed interest in how very high-power outboard packages will prove for long-term reliability on a performance center console. A 2024 flood salvage case, in which the boat sat under a dock and required electronics replacement and engine work after the engines were pickled, underscores that post-submersion recovery can be involved, even if such events are atypical.
Pros and Cons
- Confident handling and a triple-stepped carbon/Kevlar hull deliver a stable ride in waves.
- Versatile layout supports family overnights, offshore fishing, high-speed runs, and social cruising.
- Airy console/cabin with a large berth and head plus wraparound bow seating and a beam-to-beam aft lounge.
- Quad or quint high-output outboards increase routine service complexity and parts/service costs.
- Long-term reliability of very high-power outboard packages on performance center consoles is still being watched by owners.
- A documented 2024 flood incident showed that submersion can require significant electronics replacement and engine work.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Sport | 50' 0" (15.26 m) | 12' 0" (3.66 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | 50 kn / 78 kn | - |
| Center Console | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 8' 0" (2.53 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) – 11' 6" (3.50 m) | 30 kn / 45 kn | 15 |
| 340 Sport | 34' 0" (10.36 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) | - | - |
| 500 | 50' 0" (15.24 m) | 12' 0" (3.66 m) | - | 40 kn | - |
| 390 Sport Cuddy | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | - | - | - |
| 392 Super Fish | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | - | - | - |
| N/A | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 10' 0" (3.05 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) – 9' 10" (3 m) | 30 kn / 50 kn | 15 |
Learn more on the “Nor-Tech - 500 Sport”
To learn more on the “Nor-Tech - 500 Sport” or to get advice on how to buy or sell a yacht or get a great price for a yacht charter
please call +1 (954) 274-4435 USAOnly deal with professionals!