The 48ST from American builder Viking Yachts is the entry-level sportfisher boat. This planing yacht is constructed from GRP and can deliver speeds in excess of 35 knots.

The Viking 48ST can accommodate four guests in two cabins. If you are thinking of buying a new Viking 48ST, it is designed for big game fishing and weekending.

Viking 48ST
53' 2" (inc. pulpit)
  • Guests

    5 Max

  • Cabins

    2 Max

From The Manufacturer

The 124 square-foot cockpit is ideal for fishing and other water activities. Stowage is ample throughout including a transom fish box, drink and bait coolers, recessed fish and stowage wells, and a split observation mezzanine. Space in the lazarette is provided for the available Seakeeper gyro stabilizer, which can be installed at the factory, or at a later date.

Spacious and airy, the command deck has three pedestal seats, L-shape port and starboard molded fiberglass consoles with stowage and available refrigeration. Each console is complemented with a pedestal mounted table and generous seating. The centerline helm delivers excellent sightlines, power-assisted hydraulic steering, single lever electronic controls and sophisticated communication, entertainment and navigation electronic systems from Atlantic Marine Electronics to deliver each boat turnkey ready.

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Deck Plans

Layout, Deck by Deck

Specs

  • Length
    53' 2" (inc. pulpit)
  • Accommodation
    5 Guests
  • Materials
    GRP Hull
    & Superstructure

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Full Specification

Principal Characteristics

  • Length overall 53' 2" (inc. pulpit)
  • Beam 17' 1"
  • Gross Tonnage 30 GT
  • Length waterline 42'
  • Draft (full load) 4' 7"
  • Fuel capacity 1,215 Gallons
  • Fresh Water
    capacity
    178 Gallons
  • Black water capacity 52 Gallons
  • Max speed 35 Knots *
  • Cruising speed 30 knots *
  • Hull GRP
  • Superstructure GRP

Accommodation

  • Guests 4 (Optional 5)
  • Berth details 1 x Double 1 x Bunk Bed
  • Total Cabins 2
  • Master cabin 1 x Shared Bathroom
  • Twin cabin 1 x Shared Bathroom
  • Guest heads 1
  • Shared day heads 1
  • Berth details 1 x Double 1 x Bunk Bed

Yacht Designers

  • Exterior Designer
    Viking Yachts
  • Interior Designer
    Viking Yachts
  • Naval Architect
    Viking Yachts

Engines & Performance

Standard Option

 

QTY

x 2

MAN

Performance

KW only available

986 HP

(735 Kw)  each @ 2300 rpm

Maximum Speed

-

Engine Details

Option #2

 

QTY

x 2

MAN

Performance

1200 HP

+214HP

(882 Kw)  each @ 2300 rpm

Maximum Speed

-

Engine Details

* Depending on engine option

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Viking 48ST FAQ

A selection of frequently asked questions about the Viking 48ST model

  • Who designed Viking 48ST?
    The Naval Architect for Viking 48ST is Viking Yachts. The Interior Designer for Viking 48ST is Viking Yachts. The Exterior Designer for Viking 48ST is Viking Yachts.
  • What is the size of Viking 48ST?
    The Length Overall of Viking 48ST is 53' 2" (inc. pulpit). Her Beam is 17' 1". Her Length at the waterline is 42'. Her Draft at full load is 4' 7"

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