Gulf Craft Majesty 155 (2015 - 2022) Rivals

Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose a yacht on its characteristics (incidentally the 155 has won 1 award, most recently for "Best Asian Built Yacht"). Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the displacement hull of the 155 delivers speeds of up to 17 knots.

Accommodation

If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Gulf Craft 155 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 12 guests with its 5 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement and Westport Yachts Westport W172 offer the same total guests sleeping overnight, but with 6 cabins could be a better choice for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the 155 features a master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, a dressing room and full-standing headroom and all cabins have dedicated en-suite bathrooms for family or guest convenience. Equivalently, the Moonen Navarino also offer 5 cabins, but with facilities for 10 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family or group vacations.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Gulf Craft 155 has been designed for those not in a hurry, with the slowest cruising speed of the group at 14 knots and a top speed of 17 knots. The Gulf Craft 155 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and its target audience will be those who enjoy the journey over the destination. The title for the fastest cruising speed goes to the Westport Yachts 164 which has an impressive cruising speed of 20 knots powered by its twin 3,860hp MTU 16V 4000 M73L engines and can reach a top speed of 24 knots. This is closely followed by the Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement with a notable cruising speed of 21 knots and top speed of 23 knots.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Westport Yachts 164 impresses with its extensive range of 5,200 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Sunseeker 50M Ocean, Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement and Ocean Alexander 155 all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement focuses on performance and efficiency, with a cruising speed of 21 knots. Meanwhile, the Westport Yachts 164 offers the best raw performance, with a maximum speed of 24 knots. The Sunseeker 50M Ocean has an impressive gross tonnage of 500GT, the largest of the competitors here.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Gulf Craft Majesty 155 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.

When considering a new (or indeed used) yacht, it’s certainly important to wonder about the alternatives in the Gulf Craft Majesty Yachts range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 9 competing models.