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Discussion in ' Princess Yacht ' started by Robert Fawcett , Nov 30, 2017 .

Robert Fawcett New Member

Need to hear from owners of these yachts as to their reliability.

Capt J Senior Member

Reliability how? I've run several Princess yachts. Their gelcoat has a VERY nice shine to it, they ride fairly well, build quality is average or above average BUT definitely a step below Sunseeker in ride, performance, and build quality. When comparing UK boats.

Capt Ralph Senior Member

The sliding door from the helm to the Saloon is a PIA to work on when the rollers fail or screws start coming up into the tracks. Managed a 58 for a while with V12 MANS. Skinny room between them. A/C pump & strainer was down between them. Another PIA to service. Some additional breakers hidden behind the breaker panel. ie; A/C pump breaker. Nice trim and fit. Ran well, level & straight in a sloppy chop. Oh, Strange shaft and prop nuts. Looked normal but the nuts kept jamming and gnawing on removal. Squared end, metric thread. We feel the metal in the shaft was strange and distorting threads between the two prop nuts. Boat went back north several years ago and owner moved up. I do miss her, fun to drive and the interior was finely done.

olderboater Senior Member

Brands have different characteristics over the years. Most haven't even been under the same ownership. It would really help if the OP would indicate what time period he's talking about and then poster's indicate the same.

German Yachting Senior Member

olderboater said: ↑ Brands have different characteristics over the years. Most haven't even been under the same ownership. It would really help if the OP would indicate what time period he's talking about and then poster's indicate the same. Click to expand...

Silver Lining Member

I have a 50 ft Viking Princess flybridge that I bought 9 years ago, and the boat was 9 years old when we bought her. We have taken the boat from the Chesapeake to S. Fl and back several times and at least 15 trips throughout the Bahamas. We have covered about 25,000 miles and typically spend 80 nights or more a year on the boat. By now I have replaced most of the electronics due to age, the ice maker, one refrigerator, canvas and other consumables. Items like the auto pilot pump and ram or a leaking line on the upper helm steering pump were replaced, but most of these were done at the first sign of a leak or wear and were replaced proactively and has been a key to having a reliable boat. I would say the boat has been very reliable and only one trip was messed up due to a failed fuel injection pump, so not really a problem due to Viking Princess. Key reliability points have been the electrical system. I find the entire circuit breaker layout and wiring to have been well organized and never had a single electrical problem other than I replaced the original main contactor when I first got the boat as it had a slight buzz that turned out to be from a 50 Hz breaker in a 60 Hz application, and has been silent since. The plumbing is all Hans Grohe and is all original and nothing leaks. The port holes are all Trend and none of them have ever leaked. Things like windlass, AC systems, bow thruster, vacuflush etc. are all quality products and have been very reliable. I did have to replace the holding tank a few years ago. My model allows access to all simple engine checks, fuel filters, and fluid changes directly from the engine room hatch. For anything more involved I easily role up the salon carpet and in 10 minutes the floor comes up for complete standup access to the engines. This is well engineered on my model. I have had my props on and off many times and never had a problem with the nuts. I did lap the nuts and props so they seat properly and on my model a standard hardened shaft material was used. I did replace the rollers on my salon sliding glass window which was easy and has been flawless since (Viking had the replacement parts in stock). I did have my entire set of front windows resealed, but I think that is normal as a boat gets 15 plus years old. Viking Sport Cruiser parts in New Jersey is very helpful and one of the reasons I went with this manufacturer. They will contact Princess, get factory drawings, have access to the build sheets and have a nice stock of model specific parts. Regarding ride, I find the 21 degree transom deadrise, with a sharp entry and an especially sharp forefoot to make the boat handle well in chop and following seas. We have hit rough weather many times and I find the boat to inspire confidence.

germanyachting said: ↑ Isn’t saying the Viking Princesses indicate a time period? Click to expand...

wdrzal Senior Member

rcrapps said: ↑ Oh, Strange shaft and prop nuts. Looked normal but the nuts kept jamming and gnawing on removal. Squared end, metric thread. We feel the metal in the shaft was strange and distorting threads between the two prop nuts. . Click to expand...

wdrzal said: ↑ Could it be British standard thread ? There is British pipe and standard ,they have 55 degree pitch compared to 60 degree pitch in American threads. And of course there are Metric threads also. Click to expand...

30West Member

Can't be pipe threads, as those are tapered, and wouldn't allow the nuts to seat the prop correctly onto the taper of the prop shaft.

I believe they are a special British thread. I did replace a shaft once and we had to cut the end off and send it off to ensure the correct threads were used. Mine has a castellated nut with a pin, not a lock nut. And clearly they are not a pipe type thread.

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So, I am in the market for a new to me 48 - 50' Sedan Bridge style boat.... Is the Viking Princess on par in quality with 'VIKING'? Said differently, I was shying away from looking at those because of them being British - (no offense, of course). But based on this short conversation, perhaps I should reconsider? Most European electric is in 50Hz - Is this a concern? Thanks!

The Viking sport cruiser/Princesses were made for the American market. All Viking sport cruisers have 60 hz electrical systems and all of my appliances, AC, etc are 60 hz systems. I believe the Viking/Princess models to be well built and better than most all US made boats in this size range and type (flybridge sport cruiser) except for Hatteras but I am unsure if they made 50 ft boats in this time frame I think the British built Sunseekers, Viking Princess and Fairlines are all well made. The best depends year to year. You really need to spend time on each brand in the years you are interested. Key things to look at are plumbing hardware, stainless steel quality, salon sliding door quality, window frames, port holes, interior door and drawer hardware, head and bow thruster quality, holding and fuel tank manufacture etc also look at bulk head design and stringer layout and strength. As I said above our model has very well engineered engine room access but this undoubtedly varies by by model and year. In my personal opinion, I prefer the Viking/princess layout almost always over the other British manufacturers, but this is a matter of personal preference. Our current choice for a next boat is the 68 princess because we love the open large salon designs from princess/Viking With regards to Viking quality, I've never owned one or spent much time on one. These are also very different regarding cruising versus a hardcore fishing machine. I have found the factory support in new Greta NJ to be excellent even for my now 18 year old boat

Thank you very much! Are you selling your 50? Do you know if the Hull is all glass or Balsa cored? I'm looking at Cruisers 5000, Sea Ray 48 Sedan Bridge, Silverton 45C. I like the Silverton because of the glass hull... I don't like coring in the hull. Both the Cruisers and Sea Ray are fulled cored. So, if the Princess is solid, it will be a contender....

BTW Silver Lining - where on the Chesapeake are you? I'm on Magothy River.

Chesapeake said: ↑ Both the Cruisers and Sea Ray are fulled cored. Click to expand...

Our 50 Viking sport cruiser is solid glass. No coring in the hull at all. Only in the decking. Bottom is solid glass with well done bulk head and stringer system and hull sides are solid glass with ribs and obviously thinner than hull bottom. No soft spots anywhere in decking. We did look at the sea ray 48 and removed it from our list because of the coring. Ours is not for sale for another few years . I share your same concerns over coring. But having said that the Viking sport fishes are all cored as are the new larger Princesses. For me, this remains a potential deal breaker, but layup methods have improved over the years We have our boat in Florida right now. The last couple of times we had our boat on the Chesapeake we stayed at the BMC Lighthouse point in the inner harbor

Safe Travels!

Liam Senior Member

What age of boat are you looking into. Princess have existed since the late sixties, in the eighties and the partnering with Bernard Olesinski (the ride improved) as did the quality. Bernard Olesinski is still with Princess and has in recent years (around 2012/13) signed an exclusive agreement with the company for medium to med-large sizes from 10 to 25 meters. In 2011 the company was sold to LV group, they moved into fully Cored Diab method around 2014/15 transition starting in 2013.

jayjay New Member

My 2002 Princess Flybridge 45 was originally sold by Blue Water Yacht Sales. They still seem to do a lot of Princess business in Maryland and Virginia. I bought the boat in 2016 from Walczak Yacht Brokerage. Originally known as Third Daughter, she later became Riverdance. She was owner Bill Walczak's personal boat for 3 years. His inside knowledge of the brand, would make him an excellent choice as your buyer broker for a Princess. Despite the endless maintenance that comes with all older boats, I have no complaints about the quality, design or performance of my Princess. After 16 years, this boat still has the p-zazz of a 5 year old.

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OK, this thread may be a little odd for a Hatteras Forum, but I figure after 800 posts you guys will cut me some slack. I'll be looking at and early 80's 46' Viking soon. I heard they sometimes have issues with stringer rot and loose engine mounts. Has anyone here seen the problem first hand? Can you give hints as to what to look for during my walk through? Thanks, ps: I'll be looking at a 50 Hatt too but that will be for another thread.

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Pascoe seems to like 'em though this a different and maybe a later model: http://www.yachtsurvey.com/boatreviews/Viking43open.htm

A former dockmate lives aboard a 41C Viking from the 80s...I think early based on the look/styling. He tells a tale of being struck by a whale in the Sea of Cortez while cruising years ago. The first almost rolled her, and the second was aft and stuffed the bow into the water briefly. The second hit trashed his running gear but caused no hull damage. He stills lives aboard and swears by the build quality of his boat. FWIW

(formerly Nor'easter 1995 39 Hatt SX)

The concern I have heard is cored hull side water intrusion. Have not owned one and do not have a boat with the problem to point at. I suggest you check it out, if for no other reason than to verify there is no problem. A month ago I saw a 44 double cabin that had mangled the starboard side running gear. The shaft had to be cut in two places to get it out of the struts. The fiberglass bottom appeared to be undamaged. Impressive. Pete

Look for bulkhead rot in the engine room for and aft. the they also have a problm with rot in the haul sides . In my opnion they are no better than an Ocean Yacht but just a bigger price tag.

The engine bed system Viking uses is unique but is subject to trouble where it attaches to the hull structure. A VERY CAREFUL inspection is necessary at those points. Beyond that, the stringers are not the "hollow top hat" style that Hatteras uses. I prefer the Hatteras design as it basically never gives trouble. This is an area that you need to pay VERY CLOSE attention to; if there are holes where they don't belong your ears have to perk up bigtime. Stringer problems in boats of this size frequently are beyond economic repair. Ditto if you have hullSIDE core issues; I've yet to see that on a Viking - or a Hatt - unless, once again, someone drilled holes where they don't belong. Sadly, people DO commit such sins from time to time. The usual suspects (rotted bulkheads, etc) that can be a problem with a boat of this vintage no matter who made it obviously needs to be looked at as well, but that is by no means unique to Viking. All boats have potential issues like this - just ask me about anchor pulpit areas on some Hatts - including MINE which I ended up fixing! My biggest issue with the Vikings I've looked at has been service access. Make sure you can live with it. I considered several models before buying Gigabite and in the end we never got to survey on any of them. There was one 45C that I liked but we were too far apart on our view of price for me to get serious about it.

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Thanks Guys, FYI this is the one I'll be looking at: http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listi...04&searchtype= Not wild about the black hull but figure it's worth a look.

I know this will sound like rain on your parade but since you are already admittedly "Not wild" about the black hull, I think you should SERIOUSLY keep that issue in mind when you look. There is a lot of additional maintenance and other issues with dark colored hulls/superstructure. One of the typical problems is the fact that the resin under the dark color will shrink more due to the much higher temperature which will eventually result in the roving pattern being visible. I have seen several MYs that have black/dark blue sides and all of them have the roving pattern visible under the dark paint. And, just as in a car, black shows every blemish, every bit of dirt, etc. That's not to suggest that you shouldn't buy the boat if everything else meets with your approval. The black can always be white at the next repaint!

It is a sharp looking boat, and in general I think the dark hulls look nice. I agree with Mike, I don't think I would want to own and maintain it. I have seen roving show through on some new boats, Mikelsons in particular in the dark feature stripe on the superstructure. I haven't seen it on an older, likely better finished boat, that had been repainted a dark color. The interior looks good, and if you could live with it until it had to dealt with a repaint would only involve the hull and be generally less hassle/money than if the house needed to be painted too.

dark hulls look nice but in addition to the extra work to keep them looking nice... forget about having a dark hull and keeping the interior cool !!! even 2 hours after sunset, the 10" black stripe on my hull remains significnatly warmer than the rest of the hull... and radiates heat inside. a good thing up north in winter... not anywhere else.

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Viking Yachts 64 Review

By Peter Frederiksen
January 7, 2022

Seventy 62-foot convertibles have been delivered by Viking—six of them were used as part of the company’s demo program on the national and international stage. The popular model was highly regarded for both speed and performance. They were well-equipped and raised fish, but replacing a winner is never easy. In the past two decades, Viking has designed and delivered 550 boats from 60 to 70 feet, and there is no doubt it owns this segment of the production boating market. The new 64 is true to form, and it refuses to live in any other’s shadow.

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Viking’s mantra is to build a better boat every day —a philosophy fostered by co-founders Bill and Bob Healey. These days, the second and third generation of Healeys are taking the reins, and the commitment remains as steadfast and relentless as ever as the company’s shipwrights navigate into their 58th year of building state-of-the-art tournament contenders.

The cockpit is ground zero for tournament fishing. With 180 square feet of usable space, every inch has purpose. A pressurized 90-gallon transom livewell keeps bait ready for action, and the mezzanine conceals a freezer, chiller box, and tackle and gear storage. A portside step can be outfitted to stockpile ice or utilize an electric grill. The flybridge overhang delivers spray and sun protection, and air conditioning provides a cool breeze on those breathless tropical days. Centerline finds a watertight lazarette, with an optional power actuator to access the Seakeeper 26 gyrostabilizer. Corner scuppers drain water quickly, and can also be plumbed if you choose to fish with removable livewells. Fixtures for raw and fresh water as well as quick-disconnect fittings for oil changes and filling the water tank are located beneath the coaming boards, along with both 12- and 24-volt outlets and portside and starboard-side storage lockers.

Engine Room

The Snow White Awlgrip-finished engine room is a uniform work of art. Entered through the mezzanine, headroom on the centerline is more than 6 feet, with a solid 26½ inches between the irons. A pair of 21.5 kW Onan gensets are situated aft of the engines for those who prefer redundancy, and the twin setup is flawless.

The aft bulkhead is lined with DC and Octoplex distribution panels, Mastervolt battery chargers and Dometic refrigeration. The oil-transfer system for the engines, transmissions, generators, bilge pumps and various seacocks are labeled in typical Viking fashion, and all hoses and wire-runs throughout the machinery space are chafe-protected, neat and secure. Forward finds a toolbox, AC units, and the Furuno Omni sonar tube. Movement outboard is virtually effortless, and the equipment is lined up in military precision. To port is the main switch for the Side-Power DC bow thruster controls and the ElectroSea Clearline growth-prevention system; to starboard, the Dometic-Spot Zero watermaker combo, Willy Vac and Headhunter freshwater pump are easily accessible. A Delta-T ventilation and water-suppression system supplies the engine room with clean, ambient airflow.

The sheer volume of the 64’s wide beam invites an uncluttered view forward—accented with satin-finished horizontal grain walnut that adds dimension throughout the interior. An electrical panel at eye level provides convenient access to the ship’s systems, and an adjacent 50-inch high-definition television rises from the cabinetry opposite the L-shaped sofa that hides significant storage inside.

A dinette is situated to port, and the raised base conceals another one of the yacht’s storage areas. The peninsula-style galley and bar feature engineered-stone counters and a pair of stools. Top-notch appliances, ample storage and premium vinyl Amtico flooring are among the standard highlights; an island galley option is available for those who prefer it.

Below, the four-stateroom, three-head layout provides the same striking walnut joinery, comfort and privacy, including a walk-around bed in the master, a choice of forward stateroom accommodations, and even more storage. A companionway laundry center adds to the 64’s numerous amenities.

Viking’s popular center-console helm station ramps up style and practicalities with a newly designed black acrylic helm dash featuring three flush-mounted Seatronx touchscreen displays. The angle of the dash brings the screens closer to the skipper to shorten the reach, and the entire console has been raised for better access to the radio boxes that flank the teak helm pod. Two boxes in the fiberglass hardtop house additional electronics and displays, as well as a set of teaser reels. The controller for the Omni sonar stows beneath the helm and includes a remote for the operator.

Three Release Marine Trillion helm chairs provide comfort for those long offshore jaunts, with convenient fore and aft drink boxes. Port and starboard benches provide storage, while the forward lounge sits on top of a 76-gallon freezer—another nod to the boat’s long-range travel capability.

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Performance and Construction

Off the coast of Palm Beach, Florida, with Capt. Ryan Higgins—Viking’s Southeast sales manager and 15-year demo veteran—at the wheel, the 64-footer ripped into a two-way average top speed of 42 knots burning 200 gph with a near-full load of fuel. In a 2- to 3-foot sea and 10- to 12-knot northeast breeze, the boat was smooth and chatter-free; the wake was crisp and well-defined. Viking’s design manager, David Wilson, explains some of the details of this new hull’s running surface: “The refinements include the chine angle of attack and a softer radius transitioning from the deadrise to the chine. We also slightly lowered the strakes in the bow for increased spray-deflection. Moving aft, the chines widen, and together with the strakes, they provide excellent lift. We also changed the shaft angle and the propeller-pocket diameter, length and entry for better water flow to the props, and to minimize draft.”

As I took the helm, the tie-bar-free SeaStar Optimus steering connected me instinctively to every maneuver I made. Slipping along at 1,800 rpm, we were making 29 knots using 122 gallons of fuel for a range of 403 nautical miles, while a brisk 35 knots at 2,100 rpm burned 156 gph for a range of 385 nm.

The new Viking 64 utilizes the builder’s proprietary manufacturing processes, including a vinylester resin-infused fiberglass hull with composite coring material throughout, structural composite bulkheads and integrated, resin-infused tankage. Vertically unified from design to delivery, 90 percent of what goes into building a Viking 64 is manufactured at its facility in New Gretna, New Jersey, and the company subsidiaries—Atlantic Marine Electronics and Palm Beach Towers—help produce a turnkey product for a seamless build experience.

As Viking continues its head-down, nose-to-the-grindstone approach to the ever-evolving boating market, we are sure to see replacement models take hold. After all, as Abraham Lincoln once said: “The most reliable way to predict the future is to create it.”

Viking Yachts 64 Specs

Beam: 18’11”
Draft: 5’7″
Displ: 99,738 lb.
Fuel: 1,850 gal. (std.), 2,201
Water: 302 gal.
Power: Twin MTU 12V 2000 M96X, 2,002 mhp
Gear/Ratio: ZF 3050A, 2.259:1
Propellers: Veem, 5-blade
Climate Control: Dometic

This article originally appeared in the February 2022 print issue of Marlin.

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4 Most-Common Problems With Viking Boats (Explained)

Viking Boats has been a leader in cruising motor yachts and luxury sport fishing boats.

The Viking company has been in existence since the early 60s. They have built a solid reputation as a reliable motor-yacht brand.

We already looked at how reliable Viking boats are , and now we’ll turn to the most seen issues with these fine boats.

They use quality materials and continually update their innovative techniques for boat construction.

Viking Yachts have managed to keep the company afloat during difficult times to become one of the world’s leaders in semi-custom fiberglass boat production.

If you are shopping for a Viking Boat, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will share the most common concerns faced by boat owners.

We have searched through all the Viking information to find the issues you might face with a Viking Yacht.

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1) Water Intrusion

While there are not many problems Viking boat owners have with their boats, looking through the forums, there are some problems that owners do have.

One of these problems is hairline cracks in different areas of the boat. Some of the areas you may find them are on the open bow, hatches, and on the hull.

Typically, these cracks are just cosmetic and do not allow water intrusion or moisture. If these cracks allow in moisture, there could be rot. It would be best if you verified that no moisture is getting in by doing a moisture test.

Most often these cracks do not look good on the boat and you will want to fix the problem with the cracks. You can fix most of these cracks yourself.

2) Engine Bed System

Viking boats use a unique engine bed system that can have problems where they attach to the hull. Therefore, you want to inspect these points of attachment carefully.

You want to pay attention to the stringers. If the holes are not lined up correctly, you may not want to purchase that Viking. In many cases, this type of stringer problem is because someone drilled holes where they do not belong.

When the holes are drilled in the wrong place, it is expensive and could be beyond repair.

3) Older Model Boats

Viking has been through many changes over the decades. They also had some rough moments when they had to slim down their crew of employees.

However, they managed to make it through the tough times to create a solid reputation for constantly improving their boats.

If you have an older boat or are interested in purchasing an older boat, there are some issues you should look out for when looking at the boat.

The older versions of Vikings have wood stringers which have a tendency to rot. In addition, these older models may have engine mounts that are loose. Unfortunately, these problems are not universal for every Viking model.

Some of these problems could be as a result of someone building the boat incorrectly. If you want to purchase a used Viking, you should have a qualified marine surveyor assess the boat.

4) Old Viking Boat Parts

Viking boats are still going strong, and they are making durable and reliable boats.

Unfortunately, this also means that the parts for Viking boats are still being made.

Viking Yachts has created a large network where their customers can look for older or spare parts. They also have a customer service team is full of experts that have been trained on all the different models and systems.

Even when a customer is looking for a replacement part, that is hard to find. The customer service team can help customers find any part for all their boating needs.

General Pros and Cons for the Viking Yacht

Viking Yachts have a reputation no other boat builders can claim. Hardly any other boat manufacturer can make this assertion.

Viking uses their own production facilities to manufacture all parts for their boats, with the exception of engines, electronics, transmission systems, and air conditioning units.

Viking Yachts pay attention to all details when building their boats. No matter if it is the wiring harness, fiberglass fuel tank, or a hull-to-deck through-bolted joint.

Viking Yachts use a vacuum suction process on their boats. This process is in combination with the resin infusion of the fiberglass sheets.

This process sucks the air from the molding and pulls the resins in to replace this space. In addition, this process pulls composite material evenly in all sections of the molds.

Some models have cracks that may allow water to get in.
Older models may have stringers in the wrong place due to poor building.
Some older models may contain rot where water has come in.

What Do the Reviews Say?

While there is some mention of water intrusion, it is not a wide spread problem.

Even if you find a boat with some amount of water intrusion, it may not be enough to prevent you from purchasing the boat.

“You could survey the areas for water intrusion with tapping and or moisture testing. Having said all that, they are rarely a deal breaker but should be taken into account. I don’t like them unattended, but bazillions of boats float around quite happily with them.”

[Source: yachtforums.com]

Viking boats have continued to build better, more innovative, and more durable boats. Each new boat model is an improvement on the one that came before.

“Owner and dealer feedback contribute the input necessary to accumulate all the knowledge that adds up, checking every box for the boat’s purpose.”

[Source: marlinmag.com]

What is the Resale Value on the Viking Yachts?

For those that can afford a Viking Yacht, they find that they hold their value well.

There are not many brands in the industry that have had the success the Viking has. They have a high owner satisfaction. Many owners have bought more than one Viking.

These boats sell well and for a high price on the pre-owned market. They sell quickly, and the resale price is often close to the original price.

Viking yacht sales are up over 50%, especially specific models. Viking 52, 54, and 56 models that were built between 2002 to 2008 are so popular that they are selling before they make it to the market.

Viking yachts that were built between 2000 to 2015 are also selling really well. So again, this is a strong market for used Vikings.

Not only do they have a high resale value, but Viking lasts a long time. Their fiberglass hull can last as long as 50 years, as long as you have taken great care of the boat.

Final Thoughts

Not only does Viking have a solid and proven reputation, but their designs are also technologically advanced while providing exact handling and stability.

The Viking company is still owned by the brothers that originally founded the company. They continue to have a family run business. Their factory is in New Jersey and employs over 1,300 employees.

They work to build a better boat every day, and with every model they build. Today, they offer 36 different yachts. They build 90% of their own boats but also have partnered with two companies to ensure the highest quality parts.

Palm Beach Towers provides aluminum tuna towers which Viking Yachts use because of their quality design and engineering.

Palm Beach Towers builds custom accessories from fiberglass and aluminum. These parts include rod lockers, fiberglass hardtops, and electronic boxes. When you customize your Viking Yacht, you can add any of these accessories.

Atlantic Marine Electronics is the other partner for Viking Yacht. They manufacture accessories such as entertainment, navigation, and communication systems.

These items can also be added to your yacht when you are ordering and customizing your next boat. For example, you may want to add an entertainment system, a multiple stations layout, and a single helm station package.

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Viking's Game-Changing Fleet of Center Consoles

Since its inception in 2019, Valhalla Boatworks (VBW) has established itself as the world leader in semi-custom high-performance luxury center consoles. Created, owned and operated by the Viking Yacht Company, the legendary builder of the world’s finest sportfishing yachts, Valhalla Boatworks offers seven center consoles from 28 to 55 feet in its game-changing V Series.

Like the Viking fleet, the V-33, V-37, V-41, V-46 and V-55 deliver unmatched performance, engineering, comfort, quality and fishing capabilities. The V Series center consoles thrive as hard-core fishing boats, fun family sport cruisers or luxury yacht tenders. The recently announced V-28 and V-29 will also provide unmatched capability and accommodations.

The V Series is the result of the cooperative effort of the Viking Design & Engineering team and Michael Peters Yacht Design (MPYD). The V Series utilizes MPYD’s patented Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel running surface that reduces drag while increasing speed, stability and efficiency.

“It’s the most advanced and proven stepped-hull design in the world,” says Viking Design Manager David Wilson. “The twin steps and tunnel not only give you fast and efficient performance but also precise handling and a very stable ride.”

The design traits of Viking convertibles can be seen throughout these center consoles. Proud bows, gently sloping S-shaped sheers, double forward chines, helm pods, raised toe rails and mezzanine seating are some of the hallmarks. Viking engineering and mechanical prowess shine through, with customized Seakeeper installations that maintain storage or deck space and mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems designed and built to unprecedented levels. You’ll be hard pressed to find a center console with a higher level of fit and finish than a Valhalla.

The same resources of Viking’s vertically integrated company are at the disposal of Valhalla Boatworks owners, so standard and custom components and systems of each build such as hardtops, marlin or gap towers and electronics packages are being designed and installed in-house by our experienced shipwrights to guarantee turnkey delivery. Hardtop packages can be loaded with top-shelf components in flawless installations.

Valhalla Boatworks offers outboards from both Mercury and Yamaha in twin, triple or quad applications depending on the model. The efficiency of the stepped-hull design combined with the advanced outboard technology provide best-in-class speed, fuel economy and range. Low engine-noise and vibration levels, electronic power steering and optional joystick helm control systems with GPS station-keeping make operating your V Series an enjoyable, stress-free experience.

Bottom Line: The V Series stands out as a truly unique fleet of center consoles in a market saturated with similarity.

Please contact Valhalla Boatworks for more information about any of these models.

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Phone: 609.296.6000 • Fax: 609.296.3956

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