The Hatteras Yachts M90 Panacera called Jetstream is listed with Atlantic Yacht & Ship for $10.3 million. The 2019 build has an options list that totals more than $2 million. The motor yacht has a four-stateroom, five-head layout that sleeps 10.

This motor yacht can go the distance or go quickly. Captain’s choice. Twin 1,900 hp Caterpillar C-32A diesels provide power on Jetstream, giving it a reported 24.7-knot top speed and a 22-knot cruise speed. The engines have just 500 hours on them. Jetstream also has a Bahamas-friendly 5-foot-7-inch draft.

This Hatteras M90 Panacera has the performance, but it also has luxury cruising comfort. The salon feels thoroughly modern, thanks in part to the white-oak sole and light-tone furnishings. Frameless house-spanning windows and indirect lighting adds a sense of elegance and enhances the salon’s open feeling.

There is an L-shaped sofa to starboard that faces sliding glass doors leading to a foldout balcony to port. A formal dining table with a Release Marine table accommodating eight people for dinner is forward of the salon. Internal stairs facing aft lead from the salon to the bridge.

The country galley is forward of the formal dining area and has a dinette, an island countertop with waterfall effect on the port and starboard ends, upgraded Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a wine cooler to port forward in galley, stowage, a 20-inch TV in forward corner of the dinette with Crestron controls and appliance panels made to match the cabinetry.

All of this yacht’s sleeping accommodations are belowdecks, including the full-beam amidships master stateroom, which is reportedly 22 inches bigger than a typical M90 Panacera master stateroom. It has a king-size berth, a 65-inch flat-screen TV, stowage and an en suite head with heated soles. It’s worth noting the king berth in the master stateroom has stowage underneath and is set on electrically powered actuators for easy access.

The forepeak VIP stateroom has a centerline queen berth and an en suite head with heated soles. Both the port and starboard guest stateroom has three twin berths, though the two lower berths slide together to form a queen berth. Both staterooms also have en suite heads with heated soles.

When it comes to outside spaces, this M90 Panacera’s cockpit has a shaded alfresco dining space with a bench seat, two tables and loose chairs for dining for 10 guests. Side decks lead to the foredeck where everyone will find facing bench seats with a fixed table between them set abaft a three-person sun pad, creating a great lounge space to take in the sunset. During the day, drop in poles and a sunshade for a relaxing nap.

This 90-footer’s flybridge has an open-air aft section that has a sun shade, fixed table and loose chairs–giving guests yet another option for alfresco dining. Forward is the enclosed area with an L-shaped settee and two fixed coffee tables to starboard. The two-seat helm is forward and to starboard. To port, guests have another alfresco dining spot with a bench seat, a fixed table and loose chairs with room for eight. A U-shaped sofa is to port of the upper helm station in case guests want to chat with the captain en route to the next waypoint.

Jetstream has a crew quarters that is accessible via the transom door.

Other notable features on board Jetstream include CAT360 joystick controls, a washer and dryer combination, HattCON ship management system with full control and dimmable smart glass, navigation, and AV upgrades, three 24-inch Garmin screens with one 22-inch flat mount, KVH HD11 large dish system, KVH V11-HTS – satcom and internet, GP link SAT tracking, KVH LTE cell data system, Cell booster – WeBoost, Video streaming controls on mobile app, USB ports in all cabins, IPAD Crestron controls in all staterooms, Lumishore underwater camera, 11 Hattcon PTZ cameras (engine room, salon, galley, mast, aft deck ceiling, Digital Chain counter and display, Flir Nightvison Camera, Dual Icom Radios, Zero-speed stabilizer system, and dual 40 kW Kohler Generators with 1,180 hours on the port generator and 980 hours on starboard the starboard generator and more.

From the Yachting Archive: Hatteras Yachts Launches M90 Panacera

“Taking design cues from the M75, the M90 is built for at-sea entertaining with an unobstructed main-deck floor plan and wide-open flybridge. he salon’s sole stretches free and clear from the cockpit’s sliding glass doors through to the dining table for eight just abaft the day head and atrium galley. There is port- and starboard-side access to the galley.” – Yachting, October 2017

Where is Jetstream located? The yacht is currently lying in Key Largo, Florida.

Take the next step: contact the listing agent, Chris Carroll, 954-303-5604, atlanticyachtandship.com

Quick Specifications

• Length Overall: 90′
• Maximum Beam: 22’6″
• Fuel Capacity: 3,285 Gal.
• Draft: 6’2″

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Atlantic Yacht and Ship Inc. currently has Done Deal, a 2014 Hatteras 80 MotorYacht, listed for sale with an asking price of $4.1 million. The 80-footer has a four-stateroom, five-head layout with accommodations for eight, and two crew cabins that sleep four.

The four staterooms include a full-beam master stateroom amidships with a centerline king berth and an en suite head. The forepeak VIP stateroom has a centerline queen berth and an en suite head. The portside VIP stateroom also has a queen berth and en suite head. The final guest stateroom is to starboard and has two single berths with an en suite head.

Done Deal’s cockpit provides a shaded alfresco dining experience for up to eight guests thanks to a bench seat, fixed table and loose chairs.

Walking into Done Deal’s salon, there are three loose lounge chairs lining the bar to starboard for cocktail hour. There’s also a lounge chair, L-shaped sofa and ottoman to port creating a comfortable conversation space. Forward is a formal dining area with room for up to eight guests.

Forward is the island galley to port, which is equipped with Wolf appliances, including a microwave, an oven, an induction cooktop, a Sub-Zero full-size upright refrigerator with freezer and ice maker, a double stainless-steel sink, an L-shaped countertop with tile backsplash, a Miele Diamond dishwasher and ventilation Stove, a Sub-Zero 424 Wine Chiller, a garbage disposal.

An L-shaped dinette is forward of the galley and makes a great spot for a family breakfast before setting out for the day.

This 80 Hatteras Motor Yacht also has an enclosed flybridge for all-weather cruising. Forward, guests will find a wet bar for creating sundowners and a C-shaped dinette located abaft the two-seat upper helm to port. To starboard is additional seating with an L-shaped sofa. There’s also a wine refrigerator forward. Outside, the after section of the enclosed flybridge has an awning that extends out from the hardtop and can be secured with poles, creating a shaded alfresco dining space. The deck has multiple fixed tables, loose chairs and a U-shaped sofa to accommodate family, friends and more friends.

The final alfresco space is the foredeck with a three-person sun pad. Side-deck access is via the cockpit as well as doors from when it gets to hot guests don’t even have to relocate thanks to a sun shade providing shade on demand.

Twin 1,600 hp Caterpillar C32 diesels provide power for Done Deal, giving it a 21-knot top speed and cruising at 17 knots.

Other notable features include: two 27.5 kW electronic quiet diesel Onan generators, a Garmin electronics suite with 8215 15-inch Touch Screen with three screens, Vision G2 BlueChart Florida to the Bahamas, Marine Wi-Fi Adapter Kit, 12 kW radar with 6 -foot array, digital blackbox network sounder, marine autopilot System (2022) and wireless remote for autopilot.

From the Archive: Hatteras Yachts 80 Motor Yacht

“The 80 is an attractive offering for the discriminating cruising family looking for quality beyond the norm. Though she is large, a small crew can easily handle her. Her 5-foot, 4-inch draft is well suited to Bahamian locales, and her broad beam and ample displacement should prove worthy of more adventurous crossings.

With the optional passerelle, the 80 will be a standout Med-moored beside the Italian entries in her category, both inside and out. Her exterior styling is a departure from Hatteras’ past designs, which relied mightily on Jack Hargrave’s still-popular concept of solidly performing, narrow-beam motoryachts. This new 80-footer is all about beam and the convex hull on which Hatteras Yachts is staking its future.”
– Yachting, January 2004

Where is Done Deal located? The yacht is currently lying in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Take the next step: atlanticyachtandship.com

Quick Specifications:

• Length Overall: 80’
• Maximum Beam: 21’3”
• Draft: 5’6”

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Top Luxury Fishing Boats

The following 13 sportfish yachts are all vessels we’ve reviewed. They are listed in no particular order.

• Hatteras GT65 Carolina: A customizable sportfish yacht with Caterpillar diesels
• Viking Yachts 64C: An eye-watering 42 knots of fish-chasing speed boat 
• Royal Huisman Project 406: The biggest sportfish yacht ever built
• Rybovich 94: A superyacht-sized angler’s dream
• Viking 38 Open: A family-sized express sportfisherman loaded for offshore fishing
• Bertram 61 Convertible: A tournament-ready battlewagon with a distinct look 
• Hatteras Yachts 45EX: Entry-level sportfish yacht with all the angling amenities of its larger siblings
• Huckins 45 Sportfisherman: Built for bluewater angling with the patented and sea-taming Quadraconic hull form 
• Jarrett Bay 46: A mid-size custom-Carolina sportfisherman with a yacht-level finish
• Viking Yachts 92: Designed to travel the world’s oceans chasing behemoth billfish
• Merritt 72: An iconic Florida boatbuilder’s high-end fishing boat
• Bertram 35: This 35-foot flybridge sportfish pays homage to the builder’s legendary roots.
• Viking 54 Open: This express-style fish boat also comes in a Sport Tower and Coupe version

Hatteras Yachts GT65 Carolina

The Hatteras Yachts GT65 Carolina falls in the middle of the New Bern, North Carolina, boatbuilder’s three-model GT lineup, which also includes a GT59 and GT70. This sportfish yacht has a solid-fiberglass hull bottom built for blue-water duty and comes with a variety of diesel engine options, which starts with twin 1,622 hp Caterpillar C-32A diesels.

Like all Hatteras GT models, the GT65 has notable bow flare to beat back tempestuous seas as well as a high freeboard to keep decks dry in the slop. The Hatteras GT65 also represent a design evolution for the series with a “stepped-back flybridge” an element found on in earlier Hatteras models, as well as a new window treatment and hull-side vents. With yacht-level luxury on the inside and a fishing-mission design on the outside, the Hatteras Yachts GT65 is a formidable sportfish boat.

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Viking Yachts 64C

With its 180-square-foot, dance-floor-size, teak cockpit, options for a fighting chair or rocket launcher, a mezzanine perched perfectly for spotting prey in the spread and enough livewell space to keep a gaggle of goggle-eye baits frisky, the 42-knot Viking Yachts 64C is built for battle with big fish.Its impressive speed, which comes via optional 2,022 hp MTU M96X V-12 diesels, ensures that the Viking 64C is likely to be first boat with lines in the water. Cruise speed: 36 knots at 80 percent engine load. (Base powerplants are twin 1,550 hp MAN V-12 diesels.) For the traveling tournament crew, the Viking 64C has four staterooms, including three en suite guest staterooms, plus a crew cabin with upper and lower bunks.

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Royal Huisman Project 406

A 171-foot sportfisherman? Yes. That’s exactly what the six-deck, Royal Huisman’s Project 406 is. The interior and exterior design of Project 406 is from noted Dutch yacht-design firm Vripack. Vripack calls the vessel a “sportfisher on steroids.” The hull and superstructure of the supersize sportfish is Alustar aluminum, a material known for its strength and relatively light weight.

Even with six decks, Vripack has managed to create sleek lines for Project 406. It starts with a high freeboard forward that seemingly dares the ocean to approach. Transitioning from the bow, the sheerline slopes downwards in a steady cadence. The flowing sheerline resolves seamlessly at the cockpit. The vessel’s raked house and stacked deck are juxtaposed against the long profile, creating a sinewy aesthetic, which is no simple feat in this 171-footer. Add in all of the expected angling accouterments and 30-knot speed, and you have a sportfish yacht ready to chase fish around the world.

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Rybovich 94

Size, speed and agility is a unique trifecta in a sportfish boat, but the 94-foot, 41-knot III Amigos from Michael Rybovich checks all those boxes as well as a few more too. The sportfish boat, designed by Patrick Knowles with naval architecture from Dusty Rybovich, is built in cold-molded mahogany. Prop pockets help keep the boat’s half-load draft down to a Bahamas-friendly 5 feet. The Rybovich 94’s impressive speed is helped by a pair of beefy 2,600 hp MTU diesels. 

The owner of II Amigos also owns a 196-foot Feadship superyacht and, while he wanted the sportfish to be all business on the outside, he wanted luxury-yacht finishes on the inside.  “Subtle but telling touches are the solid doors to the staterooms; each mimics the owner’s Feadship with ¾-inch thickness. The doors close flush (each has hidden hinges), and the sound is of a Rolls-Royce door closing.”

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Viking Yachts 38 Open Billfish

The Viking Yachts 38 Open Billfish is the builder’s entry point to its diesel-propelled sportfish boats. An owner-operator-size angling platform, the 38 Open is powered with twin 550 hp Cummins QSB6.7 diesels, which gives the sportfish boat 36-knot speed. Notable angling features on board the 38 Open include a 109-swqure-foot cockpit, complete with a mezzanine seating flanking the centerline stairs to the bridge deck as well as a laminated backing plate foe either a fighting chair or a rocket launcher. For overnight canyon trips, there is a forepeak stateroom with a double bunk as well as a single above it. Additionally, the salon’s sofa converts to a berth for guests or crew. The galley is outfitted with Corian countertops, two-burner electric cooktop, microwave/convection oven and drawer-style refrigerators and freezers. Some options include a Palm Beach Towers tuna tower and electronics packages from Atlantic Marine Electronics, both are Viking Yachts’ subsidiaries.

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Bertram 61 Convertible

Bertram’s 61 Convertible leads the builder’s offshore series, which also includes a 35 Convertible and the express-style 50 Sport. Like its 50 Sport sistership, the 61 Convertible has a stepped sheerline, a nod to the legendary boatbuilder’s earlier designs. It also creates an instantly recognizable profile. The 61 Convertible is ready to run out of the box thanks to its twin 1,925 hp Caterpillar C-32A diesels. Top hop is 44 knots.

When it comes to chasing fish, the 61 Convertible has 188 square feet of fish-fighting space. A 100-gallon in-transom livewell is accompanied by twin in-sole fish boxes as well as rod stowage to port and starboard. A tuna door to starboard makes bringing in that bigeye on board a breeze. (Fish not included.) The accommodations layout belowdecks includes three staterooms. There is a full-beam master stateroom amidships.

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Hatteras Yachts GT45X

The Hatteras Yachts GT45X express sports twin 1,150-horsepower Cat C18 ACERT diesel engines that deliver 40-plus-knot speeds. During our sea trial, the GT45X showcased remarkable handling, gracefully leaning into turns without any loss of power from the props. Hatteras has equipped the GT45X with a custom-engineered, sound-deadening system. This feature reduces noise and vibration, ensuring a relatively quiet ride for all aboard. Inside, the yacht has a luxe sensibility with its wood sole, sumptuous leather seating, a fully equipped galley and a spacious forward stateroom. On deck, there are two comfortable helm seats, an undercounter fridge, an ice maker, an inviting L-shaped settee and a table, creating the perfect entertainment area for relaxing after a successful day of fishing. The integrated hardtop enhances visibility with its one-piece windshield and large side windows, offering optimal views of the surrounding waters. To adapt to changing weather conditions, simply install clear curtains across the bridge deck aft, transforming the GT45X into an all-season sport-fisherman. Personalization is key with Hatteras Yachts, and the GT45X offers a variety of optional features. From a bow thruster and additional stateroom to teak accents and a flybridge option, you can customize your yacht to meet your specific needs. With a simple ala carte ordering process, just select your must-have options, start the engines and have your next angling adventure.

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Huckins 45 Sportfisherman

The Huckins 45 Sportfisherman starts with the Florida boatbuilder’s patented Quadraconic hull. The Huckins’ Quadraconic name derives from four conical projections that make up the bottom surface shape. The sport-fisher has a deep forefoot and some measurable flare above the waterline for good buoyancy and dry running. A single chine rises from the waterline and then descends quickly to optimize spray control. The deep-V shape forward warps to a flat running surface far aft for efficient planing and excellent roll resistance.

Power is twin 480 hp Cummins diesels, which give this sportfish boat an easy 28-knot cruise. Top speed is 35 knots, so a 30-knot cruise is easily an option. The owner of the 45 Sportfisherman we got aboard is an avid stand-up angler and set up his boat with three flush-deck insulated fish boxes with macerators, a Dometic ice maker, two 28-foot Rupp outriggers, six gunwale rod holders, saltwater and freshwater washdowns, and a four-rod rocket launcher in lieu of a fighting chair.

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Jarrett Bay 46

Originally named Persistence, this Jarrett Bay 46 was built for fishing enthusiast and NASCAR driver Jeff Burton. When creating his fully custom sportfish boat, Burton noted that his vessel would be both a fishing boat and a family boat. Fishing features include an in-transom fish box, a sailfish pod, insulated fish boxes and a tuna door (sans bridge) in the cockpit. Jarrett Bay installed three rod holders in each gunwale and six more across the flybridge rail, plenty of rod room for setting up a trolling spread.
With upper and lower helm stations (the latter being an owner request), the Jarrett Bay 46 also gives the skipper options if the weather goes south. The Jarrett Bay 46 has ZF pod drives with underwater exhaust paired to twin 575 hp Caterpillar C9 diesels. At a comfortable 2,000-rpm cruise, this sport-fisher makes about 26 knots while those diesels consume 41 gallons per hour. Dial it up to a top-end speed of 35 knots and consumption goes up to 58.3 gph.

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Viking Yachts 92

The Viking Yachts 92 is the largest sport-fisher the New Gretna, New Jersey-based boatbuilder has ever constructed. Offered with an open- or enclosed-bridge setup, the hefty sportfish boat (displacing around 205,000 pounds) hits 37-knots-plus when powered with optional 2,600 hp MTU diesels. At 2,100 rpm, this battlewagon cruises easily at 31 knots at 78 percent engine load. Dial it back to 28 knots, and engine load is a mere 70 percent. The 92-footer is also agile thanks to the Viking Independent Programmable Electrohydraulic Rudder (VIPER) steering system, a fly-by-wire setup that lets the helmsman control each rudder individually.

From an angling perspective, the 92 has 55-foot Rupp outriggers, fish stowage large enough for a wolf pack of bigeye tuna, space for a season’s worth of baits, secured gaff stowage and enough tackle drawers to handle all the lures and terminal gear an owner could ever buy. The Viking 92 also has six staterooms to accommodate owners, guests and crew for tournament season and long-haul adventure angling.

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Merritt 72

Like some of the other names on this list, Merritt is an iconic Pompano Beach, Florida-based, custom sportfish builder with a current model lineup that includes 66-, 72- and 86-foot convertible designs. The Merritt 72 is a model that has stood the test of time, and one that owners flock to year in and year out, for its fishability, seakindly nature and the ability to tailor the layout to an owner’s angling needs.

Because these boats are custom-built, the specifics can change from one 72 to another, but 30-knot cruise speeds and nearly 40-knot top-end speeds are common in all 72s, as are massive cockpits for fighting Hemingway-worthy marlin, stout construction for chasing those fish in the blue water and superyacht-level finishes inside and outside.

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Bertram 35

The entry point into Bertram’s three-model Offshore Series⎯spanning from 35 to 61 feet length overall⎯the Bertram 35 blends a familiar profile with modern power and technology to create a 36-knot angling juggernaut. This owner-operator-sized, Michael Peters-penned, flybridge sport-fisher starts with a wave-slicing, deep-V hull form with 22 degrees transom deadrise. The form is supported by a solid fiberglass hull bottom with cored hull sides for added strength without added weight.

The 35 has a 126-square-foot cockpit ready for any fish-fighting fanatic. Bertram sets up the 35 with rod holders, a livewell, in-deck fish boxes, and a transom door for the big ones. Optional teak decking and covering boards add a custom look. Inside, the salon is accented with teak and maple Amtico soles and overhead dimmer lighting. A wainscot-style ceiling houses rod stowage for big-game gear. Power is twin 500 hp Caterpillar C7.1 diesels matched to ZF drives. At a comfortable 27.5-knot cruise at just 68 percent engine load, the Bertram 35 has a 253-nautical-mile range, making it easily canyon-capable.

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Viking Yachts 54 Open

Many anglers like open- or express-style sportfish designs as they enable the captain and crew to keep in close proximity, and the Viking 54 Open, which also is offered in a Sport Coupe or Sport Tower, does just that. The 54 Open’s bridge deck has a Palm Beach-style helm on centerline, flanked by a double-wide companion seat to port and a single seat to starboard. Abaft the helm and to port is U-shaped seating with a walnut table, creating a respite from the sun on tournament day while still allowing the crew to keep an eye on the spread via the open after bulkhead. Across from that seating is an L-shaped settee.

With a focus on fishing, the 54 Open has 154 square feet of cockpit real estate. Two sets of mezzanine seats offer perches for the crew to watch the spread. Other fishing-friendly features include a transom livewell, an in-deck fish box to starboard (with an optional livewell tub), an insulated in-deck box to port, a deck plate for mounting a rocket launcher or fighting chair, cooler stowage in the mezzanine steps (a bait freezer in the steps is optional), and a tuna door. Power is either twin 1,400 hp or 1,550 hp MAN diesels. For owners who prefer a three-sided fiberglass enclosure to a clear-plastic setup—but still want an open after bulkhead—Viking offers the 54 in the Sport Tower version. The 54 Sport Coupe model closes the after bulkhead, completely protecting the bridge deck from the elements.

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Powered by twin 1,800 hp Caterpillar C32 diesels, the Hatteras Yachts GT60 is an angler’s 42-knot dream. Fishing amenities include a freezer forward of the console, a dry box forward, rod stowage beneath settees and options such as a West Coast-style cockpit baitwell. The GT60’s cockpit can also support a fighting chair or a removable rocket launcher. 

This battlewagon can come with four staterooms and three heads, or three staterooms and two heads. As of June, there were two GT60s available, at $1,749,000 and $2,490,000.

From the Archive

“I have never been aboard a Hatteras with anywhere near as much customization as this boat. From the transom livewell to the hydraulically operated tuna tower, this boat has been changed and upgraded dramatically, making an already great ride a really great ride. This project should alert anyone considering the pros and cons of custom versus production that it may just be possible to have a little bit of both.”

— Yachting, August 2010

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Across its 54 feet length overall, the Hatteras 54 Convertible has three staterooms and two heads for overnight runs as a capable fishing machine. The build for bluewater duty includes a solid fiberglass hull bottom with Divinycell coring in the hull sides, deck and superstructure.

Twin 1,550 hp Caterpillar C30 diesels provide a 32-knot cruise speed. The 149-square-foot cockpit has a Release fighting chair for big-fish battles. As of July 2022, eight Hatteras 54 Convertibles were available, ranging from $749,000 to $879,000.  

From the Archive

“Everyone in our five-member crew found a place on the fully outfitted flybridge. Small touches such as drip moldings above all compartment doors keep interior spaces dry. Rod stowage is plentiful under the two settees. An optional electronics console drops from sight with the touch of a button. The electronic Caterpillar engine displays are on the tournament helm.”

—Yachting, October 2007

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The Hatteras Yachts GT65 Carolina has some design changes from its GT siblings. The flybridge is pushed back a little, in a design nod to earlier Hatteras sport-fish yachts. There are newly designed side windows, and the engine-room side vents are longer. But the GT65 retains the series’ trademarks, such as generous bow flare, seakeeping ability and fish-raising muscle.

The owner of our test boat, Rascal, is a seasoned yachtsman, angler and family man who considered all of these attributes in his purchase. He worked as a mate on fishing boats when he was younger and has always been around boats with his family. Having owned several Hatteras sport-fish yachts, he decided the GT65 Carolina was the next logical move.

Rascal’s captain, Nick Millsap, has worked with the owner for five years and says the GT65 Carolina exceeded expectations. On the initial cruise to meet the owner, Millsap says, the GT65 had “a great dry ride, even into the head seas. It was rough, but the ride was awesome.”

The GT65 has a 194-square-foot cockpit, and there is room to swivel the combination fighting chair/rocket launcher in any direction on a frenetic marlin. Mezzanine seating to port has air conditioning to keep guests and line watchers cool. A stainless-steel freezer box is under the seat. Beneath the footrests are chilled boxes for refreshments.

To starboard is a tackle center with a prep station and eight drawers. The drawers have stainless-steel bottoms with holes for drainage and ventilation. An electric grill can be installed on top of the unit.

An in-deck ice maker produces not cubes but cylindrical ice, so it lasts longer and can touch more surfaces, keeping the catch fresher. The in-transom livewell can be fitted out with tuna tubes. Teak coaming boards add panache, while the lack of teak in the cockpit eases cleanup and maintenance.

For all its angling focus in the cockpit, the GT65 has yacht-level elegance inside. High-gloss teak is used for the cabinets and furnishings. Complementing the wood are light fabric headliners with teak accents, as well as a vinyl-plank sole for durability. An L-shaped sofa to port is plush and has stowage below each section.

Rascal’s layout has a galley island with two bar stools, a setup that creates multiple ways to move in and around the galley, and that makes more space for several folks to enjoy meals. The standard galley layout is a peninsula form, creating a U-shaped countertop with room for one more bar stool. Either way, the galley has fridge and freezer drawers; a microwave; a four-burner electric cooktop; stowage for pots, pans and dishes; and pantries and cabinets with matching grain. An elevated U-shaped dinette to port has underseat stowage and a teak table.

Belowdecks is a four-stateroom, three-head layout. All spaces have 6-foot-8-inch to 7-foot-1-inch headroom. The amidships en suite stateroom has a queen walk-around berth, nightstands, a full-size closet and drawers. The forward VIP can have a queen-size centerline berth or a 60/40 split berth. The two remaining staterooms have upper and lower berths.

Owners can convert one of the staterooms to a Hatteras Integrated Tackle Storage room, with gear cabinets and rig-prepping counter space. For the competing crew, the washer and dryer in the companionway should come in handy during tournament season.

To minimize maintenance, most all of the high-gloss teak finishes on the exterior can be painted in a faux-teak finish. It looks as close to real as you’ll get, without the need for varnishing.

Sporting a style that blends a little bit of yesterday with a lot of today, the Hatteras Yachts GT65 Carolina is built for running to blue water—and is designed to look good doing it.

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The Hatteras GT54 had a new warped hull form and was the first Hatteras to crack the 40-knot barrier, offering a mid-30-knot cruise speed.

Notable features: The GT54 had an infused, solid-fiberglass hull, also a first for Hatteras. Twin C18 Cats were the standard motors, with optional C30s and C32s. Prop pockets reduced draft to 4 feet 2 inches. Her cockpit had 149 square feet of fish-fighting space.

Belowdecks: The standard layout was three staterooms and two heads, with an amidships master to port. The forepeak had a standard queen or optional V-berth.

Availability: At press time, 15 GT54s were for sale, ranging from $549,000 for a 2002 with C30s to $2 million for a 2014 with twin C32s.

From the Archives

“With 4- to 6-foot swells and a 2-foot chop, slight movement of the wheel set her firmly into the wave pattern. Her convex hull has a sharp entry and widens to near flat at the transom. Two running strakes provide lift, and double chines forward … deflect spray.” — Yachting, July 2003

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Hatteras Yachts in North Carolina has announced a partnership with Carolina Custom Towers, which is now the preferred fabricator for towers aboard all new Hatteras models.

“Towers are an integral part of our Sport Fishing line of Yachts, which help to define the style and utility of our products,” Wade Watson, chief operating officer of Hatteras Yachts, stated in a press release. “This new supplier partnership will provide our customers more of the distinct Carolina quality and design heritage that Hatteras already offers, with more customization flexibility.”

Carolina Custom Towers is a short drive the Hatteras factory in New Bern, a distance that Hatteras says will allow for shorter lead times on orders.

How long have these companies been in business? Carolina Custom Towers has been building for 25 years, while Hatteras has been turning out boats for 58 years.

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Hatteras Yachts, which builds sportfishing and motoryachts from 45 to 105 feet length overall, has formed a strategic partnership with Wheels Up, a membership-based private aviation company.

“Hatteras Yachts customers are active in both business and leisure activities that require frequent travel, and we know Wheels Up can provide them with an aviation solution that delivers the same level of privacy, safety and security as their Hatteras,” Hatteras Yachts President and CEO Kelly Grindle stated in a press release.

Wheels Up charges an initiation fee and annual dues starting in the second year of membership. Members have access to a fleet of King Air 350i and Citation Excel/XLS aircraft.

As part of the partnership, Wheels Up members were offered limited-time incentives on some Hatteras models during the Miami Yacht Show on Collins Avenue.

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