Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsCrafted by Sunseeker, theFlybridge Modelis a 77-footmotor yachtwith afiberglass hullbuild, combining confident performance with generous accommodation for extended cruising. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a Flybridge Model
Choosing the Flybridge Modelmeans opting for a proven platform bySunseekerthat balances speed, space, and long-range comfort. With 2 MAN inboard diesel engines, a 77 ft LOA and 19 ft beam, and accommodations for up to 8 guests, thismotor yachtoffers the essentials discerning owners expect, all within a durablefiberglass hull. For tailored guidance on configuration and acquisition, connect with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Features of the Model
- Performance-focused twin-engine setup: 2 MAN inboard diesel engines for confident passage-making
- Generous living arrangements: sleeps 8 with 3 heads; dedicated crew space (1 cabin, 2 beds)
- Design pedigree: hull and interior by Sunseeker International; monohull geometry
- Robust construction: fiberglass hullwith fiberglass decks
- Capable cruising profile: 24-kn cruise and 32-kn max for flexible itineraries
Technical Specifications
- Builder: Sunseeker
- Model: Flybridge Model
- Category: motor yacht
- Hull material: fiberglass construction
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull configuration: Monohull
- Hull designer: Sunseeker International
- Interior designer: Sunseeker International
- LOA: 77 ft (23.6 m)
- Beam: 19 ft (5.94 m)
- Draft (max): 18.373 ft (5.6 m)
- Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel
- Cruising speed: 24 kn (27.62 mph)
- Maximum speed: 32 kn (36.83 mph)
- Accommodation: sleeps 8
- Heads: 3
- Crew: 1 cabin, 2 beds
- Fuel capacity: 1,585 gal
- Water capacity: 317 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and personalized purchase guidance on the Flybridge ModelbySunseeker, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate specifications, inspections, and the complete transaction process.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the main dimensions of the Flybridge Model? A: The yacht has an LOA of77 ft (23.6 m), abeam of 19 ft (5.94 m), and amaximum draft of 18.373 ft (5.6 m).
Q: What powers the Flybridge Model? A: Propulsion is by2 x MANInboardDieselengines, delivering a reliable twin-engine setup.
Q: What are the performance figures? A: The cruising speedis24 kn (27.62 mph)and thetop speedis32 kn (36.83 mph).
Q: How many guests and crew can stay aboard comfortably? A: Accommodationprovidessleeps 8with3 heads. The crew area includes1 cabin with 2 beds.
Q: What is the hull build and who are the designers? A: The yacht features a fiberglass hulland aMonohullconfiguration. Both thehullandinteriorare bySunseeker International. For acquisition details, contactAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and brokers repeatedly point to the flybridge as the primary social zone, which aligns with how many use the Flybridge ModelbySunseeker: family cruising, entertaining, and light charter or weekend outings. Owner threads even include a liveaboard account of cruising the Mediterranean and Caribbean for a period. On board, reviewers describe bright, airy saloons with large glazing; typical flybridge boats from this range offer multi-cabin layouts with en-suite bathrooms, and galleys positioned to serve cockpit and dining areas, though specific arrangements vary by hull and model year.
On the water, comparable Sunseekerflybridge yachts are reported to offer good forward visibility from the helm and predictable behavior at planing speeds. One expert review notes it “settles into its 25-knot cruise,” describing a planing hull that runs at pace; owners and captains are generally comfortable at a mid-range cruise while advising conservative operation in heavy weather.
Maintenance feedback is mixed. Forum threads cite serious incidents on some newer 66-foot models, including fires that totaled boats (one reportedly sank), and a legal/technical summary describes an A/C raw-water circulation leak that allegedly caused severe flooding on a Manhattan 65. Owners have also reported plumbing low-flow complaints, a centerline fuel-tank leak on an older Predator 68, and hydraulic swim-platform failures with fiddly mechanics. Counterpoints exist—a captain who ran a 2019 66 extensively reported no wiring issues—but variability in workmanship and ongoing maintenance costs are recurring themes.
Pros and Cons
- The flybridge is widely regarded as the primary social space for family cruising and entertaining.
- Bright, airy saloons with large glazing and multi-cabin, en-suite layouts are typical of Sunseekerflybridge designs in mid-to-large sizes.
- Good helm visibility and predictable behavior at planing speeds make mid-range cruising comfortable.
- Forum reports cite fires on some newer 66-foot models, with boats totaled and one reportedly sunk.
- Hydraulic swim-platform failures and fiddly platform mechanics are reported in owner and service threads.
- Plumbing, fuel, or A/C seawater-circulation issues have been reported on various models, including a near-sinking case.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flybridge Model | 77' 0" (23.60 m) | 19' 0" (5.94 m) | 18' 4" (5.60 m) | 24 kn / 32 kn | - |
| Superhawk 48 | 48' 0" (14.70 m) | 10' 0" (3.25 m) | 2' 11" (0.90 m) | 30 kn / 35 kn | 2860000 |
| Predator 82 | 79' 0" (24.15 m) | 19' 0" (5.79 m) | 2' 12" (0.91 m) | 33 kn / 44 kn | 83 |
| Superhawk 55 | 56' 0" (17.14 m) | 14' 0" (4.45 m) | 12' 2" (3.70 m) – 13' 9" (4.20 m) | 28 kn / 40 kn | 35.5 |
| Portofino 46 | 46' 0" (14.02 m) | - | - | - | - |
| Manhattan 65 | 69' 0" (21.15 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | 5' 4" (1.62 m) | 20 kn / 31 kn | - |
| Predator 95 | 95' 0" (28.96 m) | 20' 0" (6.34 m) | 3' 11" (1.20 m) | 18 kn / 33 kn | - |
| 121 | 124' 0" (37.99 m) | 26' 0" (8.09 m) | 7' 10" (2.38 m) – 9' 5" (2.88 m) | 18 kn / 26 kn | 331 |
| Predator | 75' 0" (22.86 m) | 17' 0" (5.31 m) | 14' 9" (4.50 m) | - | - |
| 88 | 88' 0" (26.82 m) | 21' 0" (6.40 m) | 21' 1" (6.42 m) | 22 kn / 26 kn | 122 |
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