Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 550fromPRESTIGEis amotor yachtbuilt with afiberglass and plastic hull. At 55 ft (16.76 m) LOA and 15 ft (4.72 m) beam, it delivers a 24-knot cruise and 30-knot top end. Powered by twin Cummins inboard diesel engines, it provides two heads and substantial tankage: 581 gallons of fuel and 211 gallons of water. For acquisition guidance, Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov are ready to assist.
Selecting a 550
Choose the 550if you want a 55-footmotor yachtwith twin inboard diesel power, a practical two-head arrangement, and efficient 24-knot cruising. With a maximum draft of 12.576 ft (3.8333 m), plan your cruising grounds accordingly while enjoying confident performance up to 30 knots. Itsfiberglass and plastic hullconstruction supports reliable, modern ownership.
Features of the Model
- Construction: fiberglass and plastic hullwith a fiberglass deck
- Power: 2 x Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
- Performance: 24 kn cruise (27.62 mph) and 30 kn max (34.52 mph)
- Dimensions optimized for a 55 ft platform with a 15 ft beam
- Comfort: 2 heads; fuel (581 gal) and water (211 gal) capacities for extended outings
Technical Specifications
- LOA: 55 ft (16.76 m)
- Beam: 15 ft (4.72 m)
- Draft (max): 12.576 ft (3.8333 m)
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck: Fiberglass
- Engines: 2 x Cummins
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Cruise speed: 24 kn (27.62 mph)
- Max speed: 30 kn (34.52 mph)
- Heads: 2
- Fuel capacity: 581 gal
- Water capacity: 211 gal
Pricing and Ordering
To discuss pricing, current availability, and next steps for the 550, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications review and arranging an inspection.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the performance of the 550? A: Thecruise speedis 24 kn (27.62 mph) and thetop speedis 30 kn (34.52 mph).
Q: What powers the 550byPRESTIGE? A: The yacht has2Cumminsinboarddieselengines.
Q: What are the principal dimensions of the 550? A:LOAis 55 ft (16.76 m),beamis 15 ft (4.72 m), anddraft(max) is 12.576 ft (3.8333 m).
Q: What are the onboard capacities and accommodations? A: Fuel capacityis 581 gal,water capacityis 211 gal, and there are2 heads.
Q: How do I purchase or list a 550with Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: ContactAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto reviewspecifications, discusspricing, and arrangeviewings.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and shoppers describe the 550fromPRESTIGEas a family- and guest-friendly cruiser used for holidays, long weekends, and entertaining. With a three-stateroom layout that sleeps six, it suits owner-operators too, and some prospective buyers specifically target coastal passages such as The Loop.
Underway, media sea trials note a smooth hull passage and the remarkable silence of the Zeus pod propulsion, while owners comment on the extra control pod drives offer in close quarters. Reported performance aligns with production specs, with an approximate 24-knot cruise and about 30 knots at the top.
On board, owners frequently single out the private-access owner’s suite and the generous saloon volume with vast windows. At the same time, forum discussions and a 2015 owner report highlight maintenance realities: primer pinholes that required repair, concerns about hull lamination/structural thickness, and friction around parts availability and warranty support; owners also caution that pod/IPS grounding can be costly. A careful survey that inspects hull layup, finish, and pod condition is prudent.
Pros and Cons
- Generous interior volume and vast windows make the saloon feel open and livable.
- The private-access owner’s suite is frequently praised for layout and privacy.
- Pod propulsion (Zeus) offers extra close-quarters control and notably quiet running.
- Forum discussions have raised concerns about hull lamination/structural thickness that merit careful inspection.
- Owners have reported friction around maintenance, parts availability, and warranty support.
- Pod/IPS grounding incidents can lead to costly repairs if they occur.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 15' 0" (4.72 m) | 12' 7" (3.83 m) | 24 kn / 30 kn | - |
| X60 | 62' 0" (18.90 m) | 15' 0" (4.85 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | - | - |
| 590 Fly | 61' 0" (18.69 m) | 15' 0" (4.83 m) | 14' 6" (4.42 m) | 23 kn / 29 kn | - |
| 460S | 46' 0" (14.25 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | - | - |
| 550 Fly | 55' 0" (16.76 m) | 15' 0" (4.80 m) | 12' 7" (3.83 m) | 30 kn | - |
| 460 Fly | 46' 0" (14.30 m) | 14' 0" (4.29 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
| 590 | 61' 0" (18.69 m) | 15' 0" (4.83 m) | 14' 6" (4.42 m) | 23 kn / 29 kn | - |
| 630 Flybridge | 63' 0" (19.20 m) | 16' 0" (5.16 m) | 16' 2" (4.92 m) | 22 kn / 26 kn | - |
| 620 | 62' 0" (18.90 m) | 16' 0" (5.11 m) | 13' 11" (4.25 m) | - | - |
| 630 | 62' 0" (19.02 m) | 16' 0" (5.16 m) | 15' 0" (4.58 m) | 24 kn / 28 kn | - |
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