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An Express Cruiser is a fast cruising boat. Usually, it falls between 25-50 feet in length. It often has a sporty, sleek look that’s focused more on performance than luxurious/spacious accommodation. Still, Express Cruisers also can satisfy family and overnight needs. They include a full head, a galley, two to six berths and cover from the sun. Express Cruisers usually do not have flybridges and are operated from single stations on the main decks. There are large open areas near the steering area and the back of the boat.
Most Express Cruisers are built with fiberglass, though some utilize carbon-fiber. Modified V and semi-displacement hulls are the most common types of hulls as Express Cruises are made to ride on top of the water at cruising speeds around 30 mph.
While some Express Cruisers are built for acceleration and high speeds, others prioritize fuel efficiency and comfort. Gasoline engines and stern drives often power smaller Express Cruisers. Larger vessels rely on straight diesel inboards, though pod drives are becoming very popular due to better handling and increased fuel efficiency. Twin or more outboards also are becoming more prevalent as they improve maintenance in salt water.
Express Cruisers normally include air conditioners, power generators, a galley, full head and berths with bunk beds. Popular optional items include joysticks, which allow for easy maneuvering by simultaneously operating the engines and the bow and stern thrusters, and enhanced air conditioning units , especially in warmer, humid climates. Seakeepers also are becoming more popular. They stabilize the vessel by using a gyroscopic system that counteracts a boat's natural motion.
Express Cruiser boats are larger size vessels usually used for time-honored endeavors such as overnight cruising and day cruising. They have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their medium-depth draft and wide beam, characteristics that make these vessels exceptionally ideal for overnight cruising and day cruising. The average number of people that can be accommodated onboard express cruiser boats listed is 12 passengers, with a maximum capacity of 22 guests and crew. Models with more power can handle motors up to an impressive 4,390 horsepower, while shorter, more affordable models may have as modest as 200 horsepower engines on them (although the average motor size is 740 HP).
Of the 4,918 express cruiser boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 1,021 new vessels and 3,897 used and custom yachts listed by professional yacht brokers and boat dealerships mainly in the following countries: United States, Italy, Canada, United Kingdom and Spain. Over the past 30 days, there have been 585 express cruiser boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length of these vessels is 38 feet, while they differ in size from 23 feet long for the shortest, to 88 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are built by a wide variety of yacht builders and their hull types include deep vee, modified vee, planing, semi-displacement and other designs.
Some of the most notorious, masterful builders of express cruiser boats as of today include: Sea Ray, Regal, Tiara Yachts, Jeanneau and Formula. These builders manufacture express cruiser boats with inboard, inboard/outboard, outboard, outboard-4S and other propulsion systems, available in diesel, gas, electric and other fuel systems. Last month alone, the top 5 brands with the most views for express cruiser boats on YachtWorld were Formula, Regal, Sea Ray, Sunseeker and Tiara Yachts.
Express Cruiser boats for sale on YachtWorld are available in a range of prices from $11,940 on the relatively lower-priced, classic models all the way up to $3,589,999 for the most expensive yachts. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.