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Mk1YEARS1985 - 1990
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Mk2YEARS2002 - 2009
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Mk3YEARSfrom 2016
Viking 48C Yachts For Sale
The 48C is built by Viking Yachts with a multi-award winning in-house design team. The 16.2m/53'2" sportfisher boat built from GRP can sleep up to six guests in three cabins. Currently, available with a range of inboard engine options.
The hugely successful Viking 48C is now in its third generation and celebrates 40 years of production. Production of the very first generation Viking Yachts 48C started in 1985 and ran for over 5 years. The third and latest generation Viking Yachts 48C was announced in 2016.
Performance
The latest generation can comfortably maintain a cruising speed of 36 knots via its twin MAN V8-1000 engines. In terms of range, the Viking Yachts 48C has a standard range of 332 nautical miles (nm).
Reasons to Buy a Viking 48C
- Up to 3 cabins.
- Optional Bow Thruster.
- Air Conditioning.
- Optional Livewell.
Market Price Insight
Current prices show that a 4-year-old Viking 48C is available from £1,746,000. For previous generations, a first generation 36-year-old model is available from £113,000 and a second generation 21-year-old model is available from £273,000.
New Viking 48C - Built to order
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Used Viking 48C Boats for sale
View a wide selection of pre-owned Viking 48C Boat for sale in your area, explore detailed information & find the perfect Viking 48C Boat for you.
12 Pre-Owned Viking 48C Boats for sale
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2007 B*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x MAN 1,100hp
Features: Bow Thruster, Aircon
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2006 L*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x MAN 1,100hp
Ocean City Maryland United States
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2005 B*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
Features: Aircon
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2005 D*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x Man 1,100hp
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2005 h*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x CAT 1,000hp
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2005 R*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x Caterpillar 1,015hp
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2003 n*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
Features: Bow Thruster
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2003 n*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x MAN 860hp
St Petersburg Florida United States
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2003 n*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x Caterpillar 800hp
Coral Gables Florida United States
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2002 S*****15m Viking 48C Mk2
2 x Detroit Diesel 825hp
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1988 n*****15m Viking 48C Mk1
1 x Detroit 1 x Detroit Diesel
1 Not for sale to US residents while in US waters
2 Approx Price Conversion
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LIVE: Used Viking 48C Boat Prices
Find out how much a pre-owned Viking 48C may cost based upon the asking price of all yachts currently for sale globally according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our sales listings.
Market Price Insight
YachtBuyer’s Market Watch reports that there are currently 12 Viking 48C yachts listed for sale globally, with prices spanning a wide range due to generational differences and features. First generation models (Mk1, 1985 - 1990) are the most affordable, priced between £121k and £137k, with an average asking price of £129k. In contrast, the newest third generation models (Mk3, 2016) are likely to be priced much higher, reflecting their advanced technology, more modern design, and newer construction. There are currently none for sale globally. Second generation yachts (Mk2, 2002 - 2009) fall in the middle, priced between £218k and £725k, averaging £487.7k. The arrival of the latest third generation models has influenced the pricing of earlier generations, as their updated styling, features and cutting-edge appeal shift buyer preferences, resulting in more competitive pricing for older models. This trend highlights how innovation drives market dynamics for the Viking 48C line.
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Viking 48C (Mk1) Price
1985 - 1990
- Average Price £129k
- Price Range £121k - £137k
- Average Age 36 years
Viking 48C (Mk2) Price
2002 - 2009
- Average Price £487.7k
- Price Range £218k - £725k
- Average Age 21 years
Recent Sales
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Model YearLast Asking PriceSold Date
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2005£527kSep-2021
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2006£580kJul-2021
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2002£385kMay-2021
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Viking 48C (Mk3) Price
from 2016
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Recent Sales
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Model YearLast Asking PriceSold Date
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2017£1.5mJun-2021
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2017£1.4mDec-2020
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Average asking price according to YachtBuyer data (12 yachts available). Prices may vary depending on specification, condition and extras.
Historic Price Comparison
Over the past three years, the Viking 48C has shown distinct price trends across its three generations, reflecting differences in market demand, vessel condition, and features. The first generation models have the longest average time on the market, sitting for about 244 days, suggesting lower demand for the older features, and on average, they end up 1.86% lower than their initial asking price. With an average market duration of 148 days, the third generation models stand out for their shorter time on sale, likely due to their newer features and refreshed design, and on average, they end up 0.92% lower than their initial asking price.
Viking 48C Model Overview & Timeline
Viking Yachts started development on the 48C in 1985 and the first model rolled off the production line in 1988. There was a large break of seventeen years before the second generation was launched in 2002. The third and latest generation Viking Yachts 48C was announced in 2016.
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- Viking 48C - Mk1
- 1985 - 1990
- Discontinued
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- Length (LOA) 14.81m
- Beam 4.88m
- Draft 1.4m
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- Viking 48C - Mk2
- 2002 - 2009
- Discontinued
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- Length (LOA) 15.98m
- Beam 5.03m
- Draft 1.48m
- Speed -
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- Viking 48C - Mk3
- Since 2016
- In Production
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- Length (LOA) 16.2m
- Beam 5.2m
- Draft 1.4m
- Speed 40 Knots
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Rivals & Head-to-Head
Viking 48C Rivals
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Head to Head
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Viking 48C FAQ
A selection of frequently asked questions from buyers
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There are three generations of the Viking 48C. The first generation measures 14.81m. The second generation measures 15.98m. The third generation measures 16.2m.
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The first Viking 48C was launched in 1985 and was in production for 5 years. The second generation was launched in 2002 and was in production for 7 years. The current generation has been in production since 2016.
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Current prices show that a 4-year-old Viking 48C is available from £1,746,000. For previous generations, a first generation 36-year-old model is available from £113,000 and a second generation 21-year-old model is available from £273,000.
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Depending on your layout choice, the Viking 48C has three generations and the latest generation has two cabins.
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The Viking 48C is a Sportfisher
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