Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 550 SbyPRESTIGEis a sleekmotor yachtin themotor yachtsclass, built on a robustfiberglass and plasticplatform. With balanced dimensions and efficient twin diesels, it’s a compelling option for owners seeking practical cruising with contemporary style. Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov are ready to advise you on acquisition and market opportunities for this model.
Choosing the right yacht starts with understanding how you cruise. The 550 Scombines a 58 ft (17.88 m) LOA and a 15 ft (4.75 m) beam to deliver confident volume for family trips and entertaining, while twin inboard diesel power adds stability and simplicity. Whether you are stepping up within themotor yachtssegment or targeting a firstmotor yachtwith strong fundamentals, this model’s capacities and layout flexibility make it an attractive shortlist candidate.
For tailored guidance, Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales will help you evaluate availability, survey considerations, and ownership planning for the 550 S.
Availability and pricing for the 550 Svary by condition and market timing. For current opportunities, listings, and guidance on inspections, financing, and logistics, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team can coordinate viewings and represent your interests throughout negotiation and closing.
Owners gravitate to the 550 SfromPRESTIGEfor family and coastal cruising, and it also shows up in Mediterranean day- and week-charter programs. The three-cabin layout with a full-beam owner’s suite—complete with separate entrance, walk-in wardrobe, and a large en-suite head—earns consistent praise. An aft galley that opens to the cockpit, together with large sliding saloon-to-cockpit doors and an electric sunroof, creates bright, single-level living and easy flow to the deck spaces and sunpads.
On the water, listings and trials point to a typical cruise around 22 knots with top speeds in the 30–32 knot range on twin Cummins QSC 600s with Zeus pods. Reviewers describe confident seakeeping for the size class, with the pod setup providing solid directional control and efficient planing, which appeals to owner-operators planning longer weekends or even forum-discussed ambitions like a Great Loop itinerary.
Maintenance feedback is more mixed. Owners and forum posts flag parts/support concerns around the Cummins + Zeus combination compared to more common IPS alternatives, and QSC owners frequently recommend routine aftercooler/heat-exchanger service every 1–2 years in saltwater to prevent overheating. Many used 550 Sexamples show popular retrofits such as Seakeeper gyros and added monitoring equipment to boost comfort and visibility, though experiences can vary by local service network.
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 S | 58' 0" (17.88 m) | 15' 0" (4.75 m) | 12' 0" (3.67 m) | - | - |
| 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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