ZETA ELLE - 34 Custom - For Sale

Introducing the 34 CustomfromZETA ELLE—a compact, wide-beammotor yachtthat excels as a versatilemotor tenderon a durablefiberglass and plastichull. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, this model blends confident performance with practical day-and-tender functionality.

Selecting a 34 Custom

If you’re seeking a nimble platform with assertive cruising performance and the simplicity of twin outboards, the 34 Customis an efficient choice. At 34 ft LOA with a 13 ft beam, it offers reassuring stability for duties as amotor tenderwhile remaining an agilemotor yachtfor day runs. With a 38-knot cruising pace, on-board head, a single berth, and practical fuel and water capacities, it suits owners prioritizing purposeful capability and straightforward maintenance backed by Mercury power.

Features of the Model

• Purpose-built motor tendercapability on a compactmotor yachtfootprint
• Robust fiberglass and plastichull with fiberglass deck
• Confident 38-knot cruising speed for efficient transfers
• Twin Mercury outboard installation, gas/petrol, for easy serviceability and lively response
• Beamy 13 ft stance for stable handling and usable deck space
• Practical accommodations: sleeps 1 and 1 head for overnights or standby crew
• Balanced tankage: 150 gal fuel and 80 gal water for active day operations

Technical Specifications

• LOA: 34 ft (10.36 m)
• Beam: 13 ft (3.96 m)
• Cruising speed: 38 knots (43.73 mph)
• Engines: 2 × Mercury, Outboard, Gas/Petrol
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck: Fiberglass
• Sleeps: 1
• Heads: 1
• Fuel capacity: 150 gal
• Water capacity: 80 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing and availability for the 34 Customare available on request. To discuss current market availability, inspections, and next steps, contact Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will help align your requirements with the right configuration and timing.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 34 Custom? A: It’s amotor yachtoptimized to serve as a capablemotor tender, built on a provenfiberglass and plastichull.

Q: What is the cruising speedand propulsion setup? A: The34 Customcruises at38 knots (43.73 mph)and is powered bytwin Mercury outboardsrunning ongas/petrol.

Q: How many berthsandheadsare on board? A: The model sleeps1and includes1 head, ideal for short overnights or crew standby duties.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA is34 ft (10.36 m)with a13 ft (3.96 m) beam, delivering stable handling formotor tenderoperations.

Q: What are the tank capacities? A: Fuel capacity is150 galand water capacity is80 gal, balanced for active day use of amotor yachttender platform.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and captains use the 34 CustomfromZETA ELLEas a superyacht tender/chase boat, for island-hopping and Bahamas overnights, and as a high-end day-boat for entertaining and watersports support. The enclosed cabin with a private head—rare among RIBs this size—enables quick overnight trips, while the one-cabin/one-head layout remains practical. On deck, the spacious cockpit, a large hydraulic-lift storage locker, an aft lounge, and a deployable sunshade serve well for guest shuttles, gear, and relaxed day cruising.

On the water, brokers repeatedly describe a dry, stable ride from the Akes-design hull and wave-piercing bow, with “smooth cruising in choppy and seas without comparison” and a “very low trim angle and easy handling.” Reported numbers cluster around a 35–38-knot cruise, with top speeds roughly 45–60 knots depending on repower. Many examples have been repowered with Mercury outboards (Verado 300s commonly shown), and listings often cite recent 300-hour services, new bilge pumps and batteries, and hydraulic steering upgrades; running costs align with twin high-power outboards. No large volume of owner-reported systemic failures appears in public forums, but—as listings emphasize—a thorough pre-purchase survey is advisable.

Pros and Cons

• Dry, stable ride with a very low trim angle and easy handling reported by brokers.
• Enclosed cabin with a private head enables overnights, which is rare for RIBs this size.
• Versatile for tender duties, day cruising, and dive support with a roomy cockpit, hydraulic-lift locker, aft lounge, and deployable sunshade.
• Performance varies with power and setup, with top speeds reported from 45 to 60 knots depending on repower.
• Maintenance and operating costs reflect twin high-power outboards.
• Condition and equipment differ by listing; many show repower/service items, so a pre-purchase survey is important.

Comparison with Other Models