New Model: Viking 44 SC

Creating a model within a platform has been a successful path for Viking in it's smaller sub fifteen meters models, and this is continued in the 44 series already available as Convertible and Open models, which share the same hull with uniquely different deck and interior arrangements. The popularity of the 44 has encouraged Viking to expand the range with striking profiles and special features that showcase the New Jersey builder ability to broaden the appeal of this versatile hull.  Using its five-axis profile machine Viking designed and built a plug and a female mold to create a rakish fiberglass deck house module, fully open to the cockpit while incorporating stylish convertible window lines and a roof overhang. Built into finely tool hardtop is a pair of easily accessed rod stowage compartments.  The Viking 44 Sport Coupe has a distinctive New England or Great Lakes flavor for cruising efficacy and includes a choice of a custom fiberglass mast for the radar and other antennas, or a customized radar arch. In the eleven squared meter cockpit, the 44 SC sports the familiar starboard mezzanine seating arrangement of the popular 44 Open. Engine room access is provided with a convenient center line hatch that’s integral with the mezzanine seating. The SC has been engineered for the installation of a Seakeeper gyro stabilizer, which brings great stability to the sport cruiser to increase overall comfort.  The command deck includes our signature and tournament-proven center-line forward helm station on a raised platform for enhanced visibility. The console holds a bank of electronics displays, and has space for engine instrumentation and other accessories. Recessed compartments accommodate radios and additional equipment, plus accessory switches and controls.  A sliding companionway door and a large set of stairs with a starboard-side vertical handrail lead to the climate-controlled salon. With its five meter short beam, the widest of any boat in this class, the salon is a spacious social area for relaxing and entertaining. The starboard-side galley, which sits opposite an L-shaped lounge with a dinette table, includes teak cabinetry with meticulous joinery and fit and finish, expansive Corian counter tops, an electric range, separate under-counter refrigerator and freezer units and a microwave/convection oven. Other notable amenities include a stereo system with a flat screen HD TV.  In the forward master stateroom, the island queen bed with mattress has a lift-up top with gas pistons and maple-lined storage underneath. There's also a maple-lined hanging locker. Air conditioning, a 19-inch flat screen television and access to the head and shower round out the standard amenities.  The head has custom Amtico flooring, a one-piece molded Corian countertop with rounded edges and a sink with a satin nickel faucet. With its two-person berth, the aft guest stateroom can accommodate another couple and makes for a nice hideaway for the kids.  Twin Man 800hp diesels serve as the standard propulsion package. The engine-room, lazarette, forward bilge and anchor locker are all painted with Snow White Awlgrip for maximum visibility and easier maintenance. A Delta-T engine-room ventilation system, an oil exchange system and an Onan 13.5 kW E-QD Series generator are just some of the standard mechanical and electrical equipment.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.74 m (45.1ft)

Beam - 4.98 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Displacement - 22679 kg

Fuel Capacity - 3093 l

Water Capacity - 454 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man i6 800hp

Propulsion - line shaft

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New Model: Viking 38 Billfish

Viking is known for its consistent production of fresh designs throughout its entire size range, from its smallest sportfish cruiser boat to its largest super yacht. The 55 years company’s latest innovation, the 38 Billfish, fills a vast void in the sportfishing market with a winning combination of versatility, comfort and performance.  The 38 Billfish was designed and built with the same genetic makeup as her predecessor, the 37, as an owner operator sportfish cruiser.  The 38 Billfish offers simplicity and ease of maintenance, serving as a ready-to-go fishing machine equipped for inshore and offshore missions and as a cruising boat with reliable inboard diesel power.  The 38 Billfish’s cockpit, which measures ten square meters, is equipped with a laminated in-deck mounting plate for fighting chair, rocket launcher or table installations. Other big-boat features include in-deck insulated fish boxes port and starboard, a walk-through transom door and lift gate, a bait freezer with upper tray, a transom fish box and live well, rod holders, tackle storage and fresh and raw-water wash downs. Two-person, mezzanine-style seats flank the center-line walk-through, and there’s refrigerated drink storage, as well as ample general storage throughout.  The 38 Billfish’s command deck holds a salon-like living area that includes a port-side U-shaped dinette and a fiberglass hi-lo table. A comfortable lounge to starboard also serves as rod storage. You have the option of equipping your 38 Billfish with a second lower helm station on the starboard side, which provides immediate access to the cockpit.  Like her convertible brethren, the 38 Billfish’s flybridge is designed with a tournament-style center console walk-around helm. The 38 Billfish has Palm Beach-style controls and power-assist hydraulic steering. Seating includes a single Release Marine teak chair, a second helm chair is available as option, lounges are located to port and starboard, and a forward console seat. A three-sided Costa Clear enclosure provides weather protection and gin-clear visibility. Below deck, the new Viking 38 Billfish makes full use of its four plus meter beam to maximize comfort and utility. Hand-finished, high-gloss teak joinery and Amtico flooring complement an elegant climate-controlled living environment. The private head, which is conveniently located immediately to port of the companionway stairs, has a large walk-in shower with satin nickel fixtures, an attractive Corian-topped vanity with sink and storage and an upper medicine cabinet. The starboard-side L-shaped galley is fully appointed with a Corian counter-top, a two-burner electric stove, a microwave/convection oven, cabinet storage and under-counter drawer-style refrigeration with a built-in ice maker.  Rest up in the private forward stateroom, which is offered with island queen or crossover berth arrangements. There’s plenty of storage, with a pair of hanging lockers with drawers underneath as well as a port-side rod locker. The island queen layout also features a starboard-side upper storage cabinet.  As Viking continues to develop the Billfish series, the building methods and materials have gained efficiency, which adds even more value to these boats. A modified vinilester resin is used in the entire hull skin. End-grain balsa and closed-cell foam are used as coring materials in selected areas for optimized strength and stiffness while minimizing weight. The single integral fiberglass fuel tank, sealed to the hull with resin foam, is resin infused with balsa coring on all sides for stiffness. The hull-to-deck joint is mechanically fastened every three inches and fiber-glassed inside.  For ease of maintenance, each engine and other critical machinery is located beneath electrically-actuated hatches in the command deck area. The Billfish is designed and built with many of the same mechanical systems, components and technologies found on larger Vikings. Examples include the Delta-T engine room ventilation system and a fire suppression system that’s automatically or manually operated and tied into the main engine and generator ignitions.  Running gear includes Class “S” pitch tolerance propellers with dynamic balancing and bronze struts, sea-cocks and rudders. The engine-room, lazarette and forward bilges are painted with Snow White Awlgrip for increased visibility and ease of maintenance. A large center-line hatch gives you quick access to the engines, optional Seakeeper gyro and water maker, and fuel tank fittings. Powered with twin Cummins 550hp, estimated top speed is 35-plus knots with a cruise of 31 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.79 m (38.8ft)

Beam - 4.27 m

Draft - 1.02 m

Displacement - 14040 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 1741 l

Water Capacity - 261 l

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 550hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Class S propellers

Speed - 35 knots max 31 knots cruise

Construction - Vinilester resin skin, end grain balsa and closed cell foam core used in selected parts

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Project: Viking 38 Billfish

Viking is proud to announce the addition of the new 38 Billfish, an evolution of the highly successful 37 Billfish and another example of the New Jersey mission to build a better boat every day.  The 38 Billfish was designed and built with the same DNA as its predecessor, as owner/operator vessel, it offer simplicity and ease of maintenance, serving as ready-to-go fishing machines as well as versatile cruising boats with reliable inboard diesel power.  Like her convertible brethren, the 38 Billfish’s flybridge is designed with a tournament-style center console walk-around helm. Two helm chairs are optional. The 38 Billfish’s command deck holds a salon-like living area that includes a port-side U-shaped dinette and a fiberglass hi-lo table. The cockpit at ten square meters is the largest in its class, with mezzanine seating. Below, there’s a large forward stateroom available with either a single queen bed or optional crossover bunks and two hanging lockers; an L-shaped galley; and a head with enclosed shower. The Viking 38 Billfish will be powered by twin Cummins 550hp with line shaft propulsion, and a fuel capacity of 1741 liters.  Engine are the same as the 37 so speed should be more or less similar, while fuel capacity in the new 38 has increased by just over seventy liters.  The 38 Billfish will make her debut at the Viking VIP private show in Riviera Beach, Florida, February 1st, followed with a World debut at the Miami boat show.

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Project: Viking 38 Open

The Viking Yacht Company is proud to announce the addition of the 38 Open.  The 38 Open will share platform with the upcoming 38 Billfish, both of which are models based on the outgoing 37 Billfish.  The 38 Open presents itself as an owner operator sportfish cruiser and Viking's entry level model, offering simplicity and ease of maintenance, serving as ready-to-go fishing machine equipped for inshore and offshore missions as well as a versatile cruising boat with reliable inboard diesel power.  The 38 Open and Billfish apart sharing same hull, cockpit, and have a similar mechanical arrangement but differ in command deck and bridge configurations. The ten square meters cockpit is equipped with a laminated mounting plate in the deck for fighting chair, rocket launcher or table installations. Other features include in-deck insulated fish boxes port and starboard, a walk-through transom door and lift gate, a bait freezer with upper tray, a transom fish box and live well, rod holders, tackle storage and fresh and raw-water wash downs. Both boats feature two-person seats flanking the center-line walk-through. There’s refrigerated drink storage, as well as ample general storage throughout.  The 38 Open’s command deck also has ample seating, with port and starboard L-shaped lounges and storage below. A raised centerline command station gives the driver excellent sight lines and is equipped with a fiberglass helm pod, power-assist hydraulic steering with stainless steel wheel and Palm Beach style controls. Viking’s Palm Beach Towers can outfit the 38 Open with a custom tuna tower with a second helm and a buggy top.  The 38 Open has a cabin layout geared more toward day boating, featuring a starboard-side sofa with storage. The galley and head with enclosed shower are positioned on the port side. The galley features Corian counter-tops, two-burner electric stoves, microwave/convection ovens, cabinet storage and under-counter drawer-style refrigeration with built-in ice makers.  The forward cabin has a lower double bunk and an upper single with a starboard-side hanging locker.  As construction goes Viking 38 series will be build with a modified vinylester resin used in the entire hull skin. End-grain balsa and closed-cell foam are used as coring materials in selected areas for optimized strength and stiffness while minimizing weight. The single integral fiberglass fuel tank, sealed to the hull with resin foam, is resin infused with balsa coring on all sides for stiffness. The hull-to-deck joint is mechanically fastened every three inches and fiber-glassed inside.  The Viking 38 Open will be powered with twin Cummins 550hp.  The Viking 38 Open will launch in January 2019, with a World wide preview at the February Miami boat show.

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Project: Viking 46 Billfish

After two years of production for Viking entry level and traditional inspired cruiser the 37 Billfish, the New Jersey boat builder decides to expand the Billfish line with a new second and bigger 46 Billfish project set to launch towards the fall of 2019.  Not much details are yet known about the 46 Billfish, apart the fact that the new second model of the Viking Billfish line has two more meters plus of length.  That is set to give more space for both accommodation and sport-fishermen alike.

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New Model: Viking 58 Convertible

The new 58 Open Bridge Convertible headlined Viking's 2018 annual Dealer Meeting and Sea Trial Event.  Viking says this new three-stateroom, two-head blue runner will exceed all expectations as both a tournament machine and versatile family cruising yacht with all the quality, comfort and superior engineering you expect the USA New Jersey boat builder.  Viking signature center console walk-around helm provides excellent 360-degree sight-lines. The Viking subsidiary Atlantic Marine Electronics has custom designed and installed the 58 Convertible electronics, navigation, safety and audio-visual systems. Palm Beach Towers, another Viking Company, has outfitted the boat with a custom hardtop with drop-down electronics box and a full tuna tower. These sister companies play a major role in Viking ability to deliver turn-key-ready yachts.  The interior of the 58 Convertible  features a main deck with a salon, L-shaped lounge, galley which includes high-gloss teak-faced cabinetry, under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer units with deep pull-out drawers, and a four burner cook-top with a microwave/convection oven, and dinette to starboard.  Below the 58 Convertible featues a master stateroom at midships, forward VIP suite, and a third bunk cabin to starboard. The forward stateroom is offered with either a queen or crossover berth sleeping three arrangement.  Viking says the 58 features best aft deck in its class with a cockpit measuring fifteen square meters of space. Viking 58 Convertible hull number one is powered with a pair of the new MTU 1600hp each. With this power and standard fuel, the 58 Convertible exceeds 40 knots at the top end and delivers a comfortable cruise in the mid-30-knot range. Three different engine options from MAN are also available.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.96 m (58.9ft)

Beam - 5.41 m

Draft - 1.52 m

Displacement - 36459 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 5686 l

Water Capacity - 784 l

Accommodation - six, or seven berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 CRM 1400hp, V12 CRM 1550hp, V12 CRM 1900hp, MTU Series 2000 V10 M96L 1600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 40 knots max 35 knots cruise with MTU 1600hp 

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Project: Viking 58 Convertible

The Viking Yacht Company is proud to announce the second generation of its 58 Convertible, the successor to the legendary 1990's model that helped build the New Jersey company into a sportfishing powerhouse.  From 1991 to 2000 luxury tax included Viking sold 110 of its first-generation 58 Convertibles.  Today eighteen years later Viking presents the 58 Convertible generation two poised to stake its claim as a tournament champion and the best high-performing family cruising yacht in its class. The 58 arrives as the culmination of nearly 55 years of convertible sportfishing design, engineering and manufacturing experience.  The Viking 58 Convertible comes on strong with our signature walk-around center console flybridge helm station with flanking lounges, fifteen square-meters cockpit and observation mezzanine. The private and comfortable three-stateroom, two-head layout maximizes the vessel's five meters plus of beam. A forward stateroom with a queen berth is standard, with an optional cross-over arrangement. Our design team has done a phenomenal job with the salon and galley arrangement, creating a highly functional open layout with a balanced mix of amenities for entertaining, relaxing or dining.  Viking 58 Convertible hull one which is nearly completed will be powered by a pair of MTU 1600hp engines which will give estimated speeds of forty knots maximum and a cruise of 35 knots.. The second generation 58 Convertible will make her debut at the annual Viking Dealer Meeting and Sea Trial Event held in mid September and after that will be a World premiere at the 2018 Fort Lauderdale which opens at the end of October.

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Viking New Web Site

Viking yachts from New Jersey East coast Atlantic side of the US, renowned for its high quality sportfish yachts and cruisers updates its website to a totally new design. While making more a name for itself in the past two decades Viking yachts history started back in 1964 when Bob and Bill Healey bought struggling New Jersey boat builder Petterson-Viking, who at the time was building a 37 foot wooden Sportfish cruiser. Seven years pass and the Healey brothers show the way forward by presenting the 33 Convertible, Viking's first fiberglass construction. A year later to this passes and it is 1972 when Viking presents the 40 Convertible which in a sixteen year production run with over six hundred units delivered sets the record as the company best seller. Following this Viking makes a constant growth up until 1990 and the dull recession period hitting the US economy and the coming of the famous 10% luxury tax on yachts. This time frame which lasted till 1993 saw many builders close the doors and Viking reducing its workforce from 1500 to eighty personnel. On facts the only reason Viking did not close up was thanks to the resolute of the Healey brothers who risked there own capital to keep going on, and where also among the key players for the removal of this taxation. While this storm was a difficult moment for the yachting industry, after it Viking gained the upper hand and became a leader in the semi production Sportfish boat segment. The signs of the growth experienced after the luxury tax three year period could be seen in the presentation of newer bigger models, plant expansion modernization in 2000, and the opening of a service facility in Riviera Beach Florida on 2002. Today Viking has the capacity to build one hundred cruisers and yachts a year, in a twenty seven model line up which start with the 37 Billfish to the 2018 introduced 93 Motor Yacht flagship. Viking currently offers four ranges: Open Bridge, Billfish, Motor Yachts, Sport Yacht, Open, and Enclosed Bridge and its latest model is the 68 Convertible. Viking new website takes you around with the following buttons: Models, Locate a Dealer, About Viking, and Viking Events. Viking is also on social media with buttons on the right side of the page taking you to its Vimeo, Instagram, FaceBook and Tweeter pages. 

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Production History:

37 Express 1967-68

38 Double Cabin 1970

38 Flybridge Double Cabin1970-72

53 Motor Yacht 1971-72

33 Convertible 1971-74 *fiberglass production starts

33 Sport Sedan 1972-76

40 Convertible 1972-88 (400+-)

43 Double 1975-83

35 Sedan Fisherman / Flybridge Sport Fisher 1974-84

46 Convertible Sport Fisher 1981-85

44 Motor Yacht 1982-90

41 Convertible 1983-89 (200+-) 

50 Cockpit Motor Yacht 1983-89

35 Sportfisherman 1984-86 (32)

35 Convertible 1985-92 

48 Convertible Sport Fisher 1985-90

48 Motor Yacht 1986-88

55 Motor Yacht 1987-90

63 Cockpit Motor Yacht 1987-91

63 Widebody Motor Yacht 1987-91

45 Convertible 1987-93 (250+-)

55 Cockpit MY 1988

57 Convertible Sport Fisher 1988-91 (29)

70 Motor Yacht 1989-94

50 Motor Yacht 1990-92

57 Motor Yacht 1990-95

72 Cockpit Motor Yacht 1990-94

38 Convertible 1990-95

53 Convertible 1990-98 (100+)

43 Convertible 1990-2002

65 Cockpit Motor Yacht 1991-94

65 Motor Yacht 1991-95 

50 Convertible 1991-2001 (120+)

58 Convertible 1991-2001 (110)

54 Sports Yacht 1994-2001

43 Open 1994-2002

47 Convertible 1994-2002 

60 Cockpit Sport Yacht 1994-2001 

72 Convertible 1995-2002 *68 Convertible project

55 Convertible 1997-2003 (115)

65 Convertible 1998-2005 (80+-) includes 80 EC

50 Open 1999-2003

61 Convertible 1999-2006 (100+)

65 Enclosed Bridge 2000-04 (80+) includes 80 Conv

52 Convertible 2001-06

48 Convertible 2002-09

45 Convertible 2003-08

45 Open 2003-09

56 Convertible 2003-10 

74 Convertible 2004-09 (50-) includes 70EB

74 Enclosed Bridge 2005-09 (50-) includes 70C

68 Convertible 2005-09

68 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2006-09

52 Open 2006-

56 Enclosed Bridge 2006-10

64 Convertible 2006-10

52 Sport Yacht 2006-12

64 Enclosed Bridge 2006-10

52 Open 2007-12

54 Convertible 2007-11

60 Convertible 2008-12 

60 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2008-13

50 Convertible 2008-13

54 Convertible 2008-12

82 Convertible 2009-14 (15)

57 Convertible 2009-12

46 Convertible 2009-15

46 Open 2009-

76 Convertible 2009-19

82 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2009-14 (15)

70 Convertible 2010-16

76 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2010-19

42 Convertible 2010-17

70 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2011-16

42 Open 2011-16

55 Convertible 2012-18

66 Convertible 2012-18

66 Enclosed Bridge 2012-18

62 Convertible 2013-20 (70)

92 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2014-22 (21) *all three versions

75 MY 2014-19 *72 MY project

52 Convertible 2014-19

52 Open 2014-20

52 Sport Coupe 2014-20

52 Sport Tower 2014-20

80 Convertible 2015-23 (39/54)

92 Convertible 2016-22 (21) includes Enclosed and Skybridge models

80 Enclosed Bridge Convertible 2016-23 (15/54)

72 Convertible 2016-

72 Enclosed Bridge 2016-

48 Convertible 2016- (75 *includes Open, Sport Coupe and Sport Tower

37 Billfish 2016-17

82 Cockpit Motor Yacht 2017-19 (3)

93 Motor Yacht 2017-19 (2)

44 Open 2017-

38 Billfish 2018-

68 Convertible 2018- (52 *includes 68EB

68 Enclosed Bridge 2018- (52 *includes 68C

44 Convertible 2018-

38 Open Billfish 2018-

46 Billfish 2018-

58 Convertible Gen II 2019- (50

54 Convertible 2020-

54 Open 2021-

54 Sport Coupe 2021-

54 Sport Tower 2021-

64 Convertible 2021-

90 Skybridge 2023- (16 *includes other two versions

90 Convertible 2023- (16 *includes other two versions

New Model: Viking 68 Convertible

Ready to prove once again that Viking is the world leader in sportfish boatbuilding, the new 68 Convertible has emerged at the New Gretna, New Jersey, manufacturing plant in early December, revealing her splendid Shimmering Blue hull.  The four cabin sportfish yacht was put to the make-ready dock where she is currently being prepared doing her sea trials. The first 68 Convertible is powered with twin optional 1945hp MTU engines expected to deliver 35 knots cruise and 40 knots of max speed.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.90 m (68.7ft)

Beam - 5.84 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 52302 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 7798 l, or optional 9172 l 

Water Capacity - 1302 l

Accommodation - six guest berths in three cabins, two crew berths in one cabin

Engines - 2 x MTU Series 2000 M96L 1945hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 35 knots cruise 40 knots max

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 12.1 degrees closing deadrise aft

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Project: Viking 68 Enclosed Bridge

Viking has been the pioneer in the design and development of the enclosed bridge for decades, and the latest example is its new 68 EB.  Captains and owners appreciate being comfortably out of the weather in the climate-controlled command center of the enclosed bridge boats. The wraparound windshield provides excellent visibility in all directions.  Viking enclosed bridges are large enough to hold a luxurious second salon. The enclosed bridge option is a big Viking trademark offered into its sportfishing boats from 62 to 92 feet and the three 75, 82 and 93 motor yachts.  The 68 Enclosed Bridge will follow the introduction of the Viking 68 Convertible, an open bridge model in a Shimmering Blue that will make its world premiere at the Miami Yacht Show on February.  The open and enclosed bridge models of the 68 Convertible share the same four-stateroom, four-head layout. Notice that the crew quarters are discretely located, accessed via a separate set of steps off the companionway. 

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Project: Viking 68 Convertible

Viking continues its dominance of the sportfishing yacht industry with the introduction of the Viking 68 Convertible, a four-stateroom blue-water convertible with unmatched performance, bulletproof construction, luxury interior accommodations, advanced propulsion, and boat-control technologies.  The 68 Convertible is designed and engineered to function equally as well as a tournament-ready offshore runner and a cruising yacht with all the conveniences and technology that you’ve come to expect from Viking.  The optional Seakeeper gyro stabilizer heightens the level of comfort during both fishing and cruising activities. Anglers do battle in a 12 square meters cockpit, while guests can watch from an air-conditioned observation mezzanine.  Running on Viking’s proven hull shape with a 12.1-degree transom dead-rise, this beautiful battle wagon delivers a soft ride in rough seas, with a 35-knot cruising speed and a top end approaching 40 knots. An aggressively raked stem, gently sloping sheer, swept-back black-masked windshield and flying bridge brow present a powerful yet elegant picture.  Official launching date and presentation for the 68 Convertible is for early 2018 for the Miami boat show.

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Improve-it = Viking 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht

Viking's second hull of the 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht featured the option for the enclosed bridge.  The 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht with enclosed bridge presents itself as a highly versatile super yacht, perfect choice for owners looking for the convenience and comfort of a second salon and an upper helm station with full weather protection. The 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht will feature the same climate-controlled luxurious and spacious enclosed bridge as the 75 Motor Yacht, which serves as another open social zone complete with a full salon with sofa and entertainment center as well as an expansive aft deck. Viking sport fishing boat DNA is also embedded in the 82 CMY, with a tournament-ready cockpit that measures ten square meters and is built with a mezzanine, a large transom fish-box, flush-mounted rod holders and other amenities and equipment.  This second Viking 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht will launch in early 2018.

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New Model: Viking 44 Open

Viking shows the upcoming 44 Open an important new model in its range of entry level sportfisher cruisers which goes from the recently launched 37 Billfish to the successful 42 series presented in 2010. It is not as yet understood if the 44 series will replace the 42 in the Viking line up.  Technically speaking the 44 and 42 can live together, as they have an important difference of propulsion and engines.  A complete new product the Viking 44 Open offers an accommodation layout of two double cabins; forward owners cabin, double french berth to port side in a midships cabin, all this split in between by the living area offering an L-shaped dinette, and a C-shaped galley to starboard.  Outside Viking continues its trademark sportfish design for a free aft cockpit with an aft looking mezzanine settee, three steps up take you into a living cockpit deck offering an L-shaped dinette to starboard, wet bar to port side, and central helm joined by two companion way seats at both sides. The new Viking 44 Open is powered by twin Man 800hp engines giving top speeds up to 37 knots.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.74 m (44.1ft)

Beam - 4.98 m

Draft - 1.17 m

Displacement - 20870 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 3199 l

Water Capacity - 454 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, plus two berths in saloon

Engines - 2 x Man I6 800hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Veem propellers

Speed - 37 knots max 33 knots cruise

Hull Shape - modified Vee with two lifting strakes 13.9 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - vacuum bagged resin infused E-glass

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Project: Viking 44 Convertible

Viking present the project for a new 44 Convertible which will use the same proprietary running surface as the 44 Open, giving her the high performance of an express sport fish, and the stylish deck house, expansive salon and luxurious accommodations of a convertible. The Viking 44 Convertible is a comfortable, capable tournament contender with the largest flying bridge in her class, equally capable of running fast to the canyons on Northeastern weather days or blasting over to the Bahamas in the heat. Captains will appreciate the all around visibility of the 44 Convertible center console walk-around flybridge helm. Surrounded by comfortable seating, the helmsman can enjoy conversations with guests while operating the boat from an autonomous command center.  The Viking 44 Convertible will have eleven square meter of battleground in a cockpit that's armed with an arsenal of standard equipment such as flush rod holders, fresh and salt water wash down systems, a transom live well and a transom door with lift gate, tackle stowage, step-box cooler and an in-deck fish and a stowage well.  

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New Model: Viking 93 MY

Viking is finalizing preparation for its largest build to date, and in early June 2017 launched the first unit of its 93 MY model.  Hull one of the Viking 93 MY is finished in walnut hardwoods and veneers.  The Viking 93 MY will offer a five double guest cabins layout with owners stateroom at midships also featuring a separate entrance.  Two crew cabins sleeping three or four persons including a small lobby is located at midships.  Power will come from twin MTU 1945hp engines or alternative similar Cat horsepower units.  Estimated top speed is a max of 27 knots with these engines.  World presentation for the 93 MY is on schedule for the Fort Lauderdale boat show 2017 in early November.

Technical Data:

LOA - 28.47 m (93.5ft)

Beam - 7.41 m

Draft - 1.8 m

Displacement - 97379 lg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 11659 l

Water Capacity - 1980 l

Accommodation - ten guest berths in five cabins, three/ four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2000 M96L 1945hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 27 knots max, 23 knots cruise, 12 knots economic
Range - 450 nm at 23 knots cruise, 730 nm at 12 knots

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New Model: Viking 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht

Viking capitalize on the success of the 75 Motor Yacht, and move forward by launching its second yacht model with the 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht.  The new Viking 82 Cockpit Motor Yacht provides a seamless transition from a luxurious super yacht to a blue-water fisherman creating the ideal platform for tournament fishing one day and heading on a three week vacation the next. This platform has been forgotten in recent years by the US boater but was popular in the eighties and nineties. The ten square meter cockpit is what marks the difference between the 82 model versus the 75, and this accessed from dual staircases on the after deck featuring an inviting arena for fishing, diving, paddle boarding and other fun water activities. Outfitted with a comely observation mezzanine topped with comfortable cushions, it is bound to be the choice gathering spot for family and guests to relax and enjoy their days on the water.  A three meter wide lounge molded into the mezzanine features a trove of useful amenities. Port and starboard stowage compartments serve as tackle and gear wells, and an engine-room access door is built into mezzanine backrest. A companionway leads into the crew quarters. Chill boxes for drinks and bait are located in the port and starboard staircases. A molded transom fish-box doubles as a convenient stowage bin for masks, fins and other dive gear. A walk-through transom door with a lift gate complements the molded teak planked swim platform. On the main deck, sophisticated styling merges with sociability. Forward and aft deck lounges capture the outdoor spirit. Inside the yacht the a climate controlled environment is standard finished in walnut wood, where a formal salon and casual dining areas, and a world class galley set a relaxing mood. Below, four appointed staterooms serve the owner and his guests, including an amazing full beam master suite.  Available with an open bridge or an enclosed bridge, hull one was launched with the first, each version demonstrates a path to different uses. The open bridge layout is all about the great outdoors with a center helm station forward flanked with casual seating areas. Abaft the helm, a family size dinette, and a wet bar with refrigeration, a sink and an electric grill get the party started. Further aft there is a sun pad, room for lounge chairs, and a teak planked staircase to the lower after deck. The climate controlled enclosed bridge showcases an impressive helm layout and a lounge area aft creating the atmosphere of a second salon with plush seating an entertainment center. A sliding glass door opens to the aft deck with available lounges, a wet bar and dinghy stowage.

Technical Data:
LOA - 25.43 m (84.9ft)

Beam - 6.25 m

Draft - 1.68 m

Displacement - 72053 kg

Fuel Capacity - 6245 l

Water Capacity - 1136 l

Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 CRM 1550hp, V12 CRM 1800hp, Cats C32A 1925hp, MTU Series 2000 V12 M96L 1945hp

Propulsion - line shaft

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Project: Viking 44 Open

Viking’s reputation for building high performance express models maintains its enviable industry leadership with the announcement of the 44 Open project. By their design, express boats cater to the owner operator who enjoys his time aboard with family and friends and is content to fish hard on Saturdays and yet be equally accommodating when the family prefers to take to the water for a relaxing cruise. Whatever the game, the new Viking 44 scores points handily and is ready to rack up nautical miles while delivering fish ability, accommodations, handling and performance.  The Viking 44 Open is a fresh design with a resin infused composite hull and a matrix of fiberglass encapsulated stringers, vacuum bagged cored main and intermediate bulkheads, a customized E-glass lamination schedule and infused fuel and water tanks. An aggressive entry with over six feet of free board forward rakes over head seas and its sheer line proudly carries aft with an eye pleasing profile. The running surface is equally adept with 13.9 degree transom dead-rise, and two pairs of lift strakes providing lateral response and tracking confidence in any seaway.  The command bridge of the 44 Open shares many of the practical and notable aspects of its larger siblings including the tournament proven center helm station on a raised platform for enhanced visibility through the one-piece molded fiberglass wraparound windshield. A side enclosure provides all weather protection, as well as touch screen climate control when the command deck is air conditioned, a popular option. The helm pod available in molded fiberglass or teak and is equipped with single lever electronic engine controls, a polished stainless-steel wheel, and power assisted hydraulic steering. A raised molded fiberglass console complements the helm with room for a bank of three monitors for navigation electronics, along with space for engine instrumentation and other accessories. Recessed compartments accommodate radios and additional equipment, plus accessory switches and controls. The spacious command deck with a molded nonslip fiberglass sole affords generous seating options including three adjustable pedestal seats with foot rests. A four-place L-shape lounge with a dinette table is to starboard. As you would expect from Viking the lounge backrest lifts to expose a convenient fishing rod stowage area. To port, a large integral console houses refrigeration with an ice maker and generous stowage compartments. Overhead rod stowage and a teaser reel compartment are available in the molded fiberglass hardtop.  Outfitted with a custom designed and built Palm Beach Towers’ tuna tower, another of Viking’s experienced subsidiaries, the 44 Open comes ready to fish with a second complete helm, a fiberglass buggy top and Rupp outriggers. The tower is a valuable addition both for fishing and for reading the shallows when negotiating Bahamian waters.  A sliding door and a sturdy staircase with stowage and a concealed central vacuum system lead to the salon affording numerous comfort treatments. With its near to five meter beam, the widest of any boat in this class, the salon is particularly noteworthy by taking full advantage of the square footage fostering a prime social area for relaxing and entertaining. Nicely appointed with professional designer touches and furnishings, the salon features custom Amtico flooring, a flat screen television and a multi-directional stereo system. Viking’s craftsmanship abounds and the large L-shape lounge creates an inviting atmosphere with a convertible dinette that serves double duty as a meal center with additional sleeping accommodations. A well-equipped galley includes Corian counter tops with a recessed sink and an electric surface mounted cook-top. A microwave/convection oven and drawer-style under counter refrigeration, as well as abundant cabinetry maximizes stowage capacities for supplies, dinner and cookware.  Privacy is enhanced by separating the sleeping accommodations between the salon and galley with the master stateroom forward and a second stateroom aft. In the master, there is a walk-around queen bed with an innerspring mattress with plenty of stowage underneath. Fine joinery lines the hull sides with stowage options and a maple-lined hanging locker. Air conditioning, a flat screen television, a Bomar hatch, carpeting, and private access to the head and shower are among standard amenities.  The aft stateroom on the port side features a queen bed, a maple lined hanging locker, reading lights, carpeting, and plenty of stowage.  The  eleven square meter cockpit just steps away from the command bridge deck is tournament ready with flush rod holders, fresh and salt water wash down systems, a transom live well, and a transom door with a lift gate. Under gunwale features include LED rope lighting, wash down spigots, gaff and tag stick stowage, a freshwater fill, and a quick disconnect fitting to the oil exchange system for the engines, transmissions and the generator.  The Viking 44 Open features a conventional shaft drive system utilizing of a pair of Man 800hp each. Matched to a set of high performance Veem propellers, the 44 Open will cruise at 2100 rpm at 33 knots with a top end around 37 knots depending upon load, sea conditions, and other environmental factors.  The Viking 44 Open is scheduled to launch late Summer 2017, what I thought was a 42 replacement but by the specification it looks not.

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New Model: Viking 37 Billfish

Viking launch the awaited 37 Billfish, presented first at the VIP preview in end January to dealers and special guests, and then to the World at the 2017 Miami boat show.  The 37 Billfish is the new entry level for Viking and is a tweaked modernized unit of the Ocean Yachts of the same name launched in 2007.  The Billfish was one of the recent successes of Ocean Yachts which closed its doors in end 2015 and sold to the Egg Harbor Group the following year.  Sold all minus for the molds and design of the Billfish, which Viking bought and tweaked in a few areas; side windows, engine room air intake, and the shear line looks to have been smoothed out a bit.  With the 37 Billfish, Viking will be looking at competing not only as an entry level sport-fisherman but also in the traditional cruiser type. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.48 m (37.8ft)

Beam - 4.22 m

Draft - 0.81 m exl props

Displacement - 13303 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1665 l

Water Capacity - 249 l

Accommodation - two berths, or three berths 

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 6.7 550hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 35 knots max, 30 knots cruise

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 12.8 degrees dead-rise aft

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New Model: Viking 48 ST

Viking continue to present more models in its 48 line launched in 2016 with the Convertible version. This time around it is next for another model in the express series with the Viking 48 ST for Sport Tower. The Viking 48 ST is in all similar to the Open model with the main difference being the three part hard top covering the helmsman and half of the cockpit deck. The hard top creates all weather protection and also a second entertainment area usable come rain and shine. The Viking 48 ST is powered by standard twin Man 900hp engines with optional choices available for 1000 and 1200hp units.

Technical Data:
LOA - 15 m (49.1ft)

Beam - 5.2 m

Draft - 1.4 m incl props

Displacement - 30092 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 4504 l

Water Capacity - 674 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V8 crm 900hp, 1000hp, 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft in tunnels

Speed - 35 knots max, 30 knots cruise

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Project: Viking 93 Motor Yacht

It was 2013 when Viking decided to return into building motor yachts, and a year later to this in the fall of 2014 the first hull was launched, and today the 75 Motor Yacht is a success, with the range getting an order for a new 82 in the second part of 2016.  Come end of 2016 though more positive news comes into Viking way for its Motor Yacht range with an order for a completely new 93 set to launch in mid Summer 2017.  The 93 Motor Yacht will take the title as Viking flagship, from the successful 92 Sportfish which has delivered in ten units in a year and a half production period. For 2017 Viking has an order book to deliver seventeen super yachts over 24 meters.  So far we have very little details of the 93 Motor Yacht regarding accommodation layout, what is sure is that it will be a typical American three deck hull with an enclosed bridge up top. Engines for the first 93 Motor Yacht will be twin MTU 1920hp which should give a max speed of 27 knots and a cruise of 24.   

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