Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

VS

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

vs.

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

By Carl Richardson

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The Fairline Squadron 50 is a fast cruising flybridge yacht, intended for Owner operation for up to six guests across a flexible two or three cabin layout. With a top speed of 32knots, cruising at around 25knots, the Squadron 50 runs on pod drives with a modified Vee planing hull. The Absolute 50 Fly offers a very similar package to the Fairline, with a three-cabin layout and fast-cruising pod drive performance. The main difference between these two yachts is found with the interior layouts. The Absolute offers a set galley-aft three-cabin layout that includes a forward VIP, whilst the Fairline opts for flexibility. These two yachts measure up very closely. The Fairline is longer at 15.6m, compared to the Absolure’s 15.2m. But that slight advantage is redressed by the Absolute’s wider beam, which, although only 100mm more, will be felt inside. The more interesting figure is displacement, with the Absolute significantly heavier. The two constructors offer different measurements for weight but we approximate the loaded weights as being 16,000kg (35,275lbs) for the Fairline but over 22,000kg (48,500lbs) of the Absolute. This points to a lighter build for the more slender Fairline and backs up the Absolute’s apparent size and volume.

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At a Glance

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Status

In Production

2019 - Present

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Status

Discontinued

2021 - 2023

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3 illustration

51' 4" inc. Pulpit

Beam 14' 2"

Draft 3' 10" Unloaded

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6 Guests

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4 Guests or 6 is Optional

2 Cabins Optional 3 Cabin Layout

1 Crew

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2 illustration

49' 10"

Beam 14' 6"

Draft 3' 10" at Full Load

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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6 Guests

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3 Cabins

Performance

Both of these yachts run on a modified Vee planing hull with Volvo Penta IPS pod drives, delivering fast cruising performance and top speeds of around 30 knots. The Fairline and Absolute both use the D6 engine as standard, but the Fairline pushes on to the bigger D11, backing up its performance reputation. As serious cruising yachts, both will comfortably run at 20knot-25knots with the heavier Absolute having the bigger fuel capacity.

Cruising Speed
Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

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Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

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Top Speed
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Range

100 NM

100NM

200 NM

200NM
Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

200 nm @ 10 knots
Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

No Data

Fuel Capacity

Fairline Squadron 50

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Absolute 50 FLY

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Interior

The Fairline’s flexible interior design always includes a bright main salon with a smaller elevated lounge forward. The Absolute enjoys the big yacht feature of facing seating in its salon. Both main salons are flanked by glass, the Absolute offering huge sections for a very bright feel.

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Interior

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Interior

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Interior

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Interior

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Accommodation

The Fairline and Absolute offer full beam Owners’ cabins with private entranceways, en-suite and hull side glass. The Absolute makes room for sofa, while the Fairline opts for cabinetry to both sides. Where the Italian yacht impresses more is with its bright forward VIP, which is the equal of many owner’s cabins.

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Accommodation

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Accommodation

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Accommodation

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Accommodation

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Helm Station

As flybridge yachts, you have two separate helm stations, one in the salon the other up top. Both yachts deliver twin helm seats at each station and excellent visibility. At the lower helm, the Fairline’s has a real luxury car feel, while the Absolute offers the hugely useful advantage of a side deck door.

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Helm Station

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Helm Station

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Helm Station

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Helm Station

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Deck Areas

The Fairline keeps it simple on the main deck, with an aft cockpit that leads neatly and safely forward along good side decks. The Absolute offers the same layout but works harder on luxury with its aft cockpit seating adding a small sunpad and the foredeck also enjoying another seating area.

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Deck Area

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Deck Area

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Deck Area

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Deck Area

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Flybridge

These yachts are hard to separate up top. The Absolute has stairs leading up, the Fairline a very nice stainless steel and teak ladder. They both deliver a very social layout with a central wet bar and seating and lounging space fore and aft. The finish and space on these flybridges is equally good with the option of a hardtop adding a more grown up feel.

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Fly Deck/Sportdeck

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2, Fly Deck/Sportdeck

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Compare Layouts

The most obvious difference between these two yachts is found with the interior layout. There are similarities, as with the general deck design, galley aft position and full beam Owner’s cabin, but where the Absolute offers a fixed three-cabin layout the Fairline offers lots of options. You can have three cabins, or a liveaboard-focused two-cabin design with an optional lower salon and utility area. The galley can be up or down too.

Flybridge

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Main Deck

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Standard

Optional galley-up layout Option

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

Lower Deck

Fairline Squadron 50 Gen 3

Standard

Optional 3 cabin layout Option A

Optional crew cabin Option B

Absolute 50 FLY Gen 2

LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

Fairline Squadron 50 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2019

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Absolute 50 FLY Used Prices

Discontinued: Built 2021 - 2023

Average Price* $1.4m
Price Range ^† $1.3m - $1.6m
Average Age 2 years

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$1.6m

$1.4m

50 FLY For Sale

*Based on 2 yachts offered for sale in the last 3 years.
^†These yachts ranged from 2yrs old.

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Specification Data

Model Name:	Squadron 50 Gen 3	50 FLY Gen 2
Builder:	Fairline	Absolute
Range:	Fairline Squadron	Absolute Flybridge
Principal Characteristics
Body Type:	Flybridge	Flybridge
Use Types:	Cruising	Cruising
LOA:	51' 4" (Inc. Pulpit)	49' 10"
Max Beam:	14' 2"	14' 6"
Draft:	3' 10" (Unloaded)	3' 10" (Full Load)
Gross Tonnage:	-	-
Displacement:	29,762 Lbs (Dry Weight)	49,824 Lbs (Full Load)
Hull Material:	GRP / Fibreglass (GRP)	GRP / Fibreglass (GRP)
Superstructure:	GRP	GRP
Fuel Capacity:	346 Gallons	423 Gallons
Fresh Water Capacity:	127 Gallons	119 Gallons
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer:	Fairline	Absolute
Interior Designer:	Fairline	Absolute
Accommodation
Guests:	4 (Optional 6)	6
Cabins:	2 - 3	3
Berths:	1x Double1x Convertable	1x King1x Double2x Single
Guests Heads:	2	2
Shared Day Heads:	1	1
Crew
Crew:	1 (Crew not required)	-
Crew Cabins:	1	1
Crew Heads:	1	1
Engines & Performance
Max Speed:	32 knots	-
Max Range:	200 NM @ 10 knots	-
Engine Options:	Compare Engine Options	-
Brand:	Volvo Penta Volvo Penta Volvo Penta	Volvo Penta
Model:	IPS600D11-IPS650D8-IPS700	D6-IPS650
Qty:	x2 x2 x2	x2
Power:	435 bhp (320 Kw) each @ 3,500 rpm 510 bhp (375 Kw) each @ 2,250 rpm 550 bhp (405 Kw) each @ 2,900 rpm	480 bhp (353 Kw) each @ 3,700 rpm
Max Speed:	30 knots 31 knots 32 knots	-
Cruising Speed:	- 25 knots -	-
Economic Speed:	- 10 knots -	-
Cylinders:	6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder	6 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

Rivals

The 50ft flybridge market offers up a vast selection of models from names big and small, and a real cross-section on cost. Azimut, Ferretti, Cranchi, Carver, Galeon, Tiara, Princess, Sealine and many more offer excellent models well worth a closer look.

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WRITTEN BY

Carl Richardson

WRITTEN BY

Carl Richardson

Carl is a writer, editor, presenter and content creator specialising in yachting as well as men’s luxury. A former magazine editor, Carl has amassed some 20 years of hands-on experience with motorboats, testing over 350 models.

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