1979 Hatteras 53' (16.15 m) 53
Tarpon Springs, Florida, United States
Known as the Classic Sportfish envied by all others of its day, this beautifully maintained 53? Hatteras is still in demand and this one defies her age.? Her Trademark long foredeck and sweeping sheer into an over-sized cockpit make her the ideal big cockpit sportfish
- Sport Fishing
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: HATAL4950179
Description
Known as the Classic Sportfish, envied by all others of its day, this beautifully maintained 53-foot Hatteras is still in demand and defies her age. Her trademark long foredeck and sweeping sheer into an oversized cockpit make her the ideal big cockpit sportfish. Although she looks so clean, it seems like she has never seen a fish aboard, she’s fully equipped and ready for bluewater anglers. Powered by Twin 8V92TI Detroit Diesels with only 750 hours, she has a 14.5HP Bow Thruster, all updated electronics, Simrad Auto Pilot integrated with Raymarine Radar, Depth, (2) VHFs, Raymarine Touch GPS Plotters, and more. The Bridge has a 3-sided Isinglass enclosure, and a nice feature is the Retractable Cockpit Shade, plus a hydraulic Marquipt 1000 Davit on the bow raises and lowers the Dinghy. She had a recent full Bottom Job with Propspeed on the props and comes complete with Outriggers, Rocket Launchers, and Tackle Station. She has all new air conditioning systems, all new thru-hull fittings, valves, and hoses, spare propellers, new cutlass bearings, two staterooms with a sleeper sofa in the salon, two heads with showers, and a Phasor generator with 300 hours. The galley has a brand-new full-size refrigerator, Corian countertops, and a stainless microwave. She has a nicely furnished spacious salon with panoramic windows and plenty of creature comforts for all your days on the water fishing, cruising, or living aboard.
Comments & Updates
2024
- All new A/C units and pumps (4 CTM Marine Air Conditioning units)
- Top to bottom detail (Boat was painted 15 years ago and shows well)
- Complete engine service, including heat exchanger and aftercooler service
- Blinds and soft goods in the salon
- Stainless steel refrigerator in galley
- Stainless steel ice maker in Salon
- LED lighting throughout
- Black windshield cover
- Vinyl top on bridge
- Speakers
2023
- Bottom job (no blisters, Pettit Trinidad 75 bottom paint)
- Props reconditioned, balanced, and Prop Speed applied
- New cutlass bearings
- New thru hull fittings and valves
- All new hoses and clamps in the engine room
- New high-speed strainers on bottom
- Polish all 3 fuel tanks
- New isinglass (Never been in the weather, always been stored inside)
- FireBoy fire suppression system
Upgrades from 2010-2020
- Complete top to bottom Awlgrip paint job
- Engine rebuild
- New Phasor generator
- Oversized Side Power bow thruster
- Dinghy davit and chalks
- Aluminum bow rail, handrails, and half tower to replace stainless steel rails
- 5 Lumitec underwater lights
- Full-length lifting rails added, epoxied, and bottom painted
Cruise speed: 18 knots @ 1800 RPM, 20 knots @ 2000 RPM
Max speed: 24 knots @ 2350 RPM
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: HATAL4950179
LOA: 53' (16.15 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1979
Beam: 16'
Draft Max: 4'
Draft Min: 4'
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 8
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 24 Knots
Cruise Speed: 18 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gel Coat
Hull Shape: Modified Vee
Fuel Tank: 1150 Gallons (4353.22 Liters)
Fresh Water: 250 Gallons (946.35 Liters)
Dry Weight: 61000
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Detroit
- Engine Model: 8V92TI
- Engine Year: 1979
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 650.00
- Power KW: 484.71
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 750.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Detroit
- Engine Model: 8V92TI
- Engine Year: 1979
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 650.00
- Power KW: 484.71
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 750.00
- Engine Location: Starboard
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Phasor
- Generator Hours: 750.00
Full Details
Known as the Classic Sportfish envied by all others of its day, this beautifully maintained 53? Hatteras is still in demand and this one defies her age.? Her Trademark long foredeck and sweeping sheer into an over-sized cockpit make her the ideal big cockpit sportfish. Even though this one is so clean it looks like it has never seen a fish aboard, she?s fully equipped and ready for bluewater anglers.? Powered by Twin 8V92TI Detroit Diesels with only 750 hours, has a 14.5HP Bow Thruster, All Updated Electronics, Simrad Auto Pilot integrated with Raymarine Radar, Depth, (2) VHF?s, Raymarine Touch GPS Plotters, and more.? The Bridge has a 3-sided Isinglass enclosure, and a nice feature is the Retractable Cockpit Shade, plus a hydraulic Marquipt 1000 Davit on the bow raises and lowers the Dinghy. ?She had a recent full Bottom Job with Propspeed on the props and comes Complete with Outriggers, Rocket Launchers, and Tackle Station. She has ALL NEW Air Conditioning Systems, ALL NEW thru hull fittings, valves, and hoses, spare propellers, new cutlass bearings, two staterooms with a sleeper sofa in the salon, Two Heads with showers, and a Phasor generator with 300 hrs. Galley has a brand-new full-size Refrigerator, Corian countertops, and stainless microwave. She has a nicely furnished spacious salon with panoramic windows and plenty of creature comforts for all your days on the water fishing, cruising or living aboard.
2024
-All new A/C units and pumps (4 CTM Marine Air Conditioning units)
-Top to bottom detail (Boat was painted 15 years ago and shows well)
-Complete engine service including heat exchanger and aftercooler service
-Blinds and soft goods in the salon
-Stainless steel refrigerator in galley
-Stainless steel ice maker in Salon
-LED lighting throughout
-Black windshield cover
-Vinyl top on bridge
-Speakers
2023
-Bottom job (no blisters, Pettit Trinidad 75 bottom paint)
-Props reconditioned, balanced, and Prop Speed applied
-New cutlass bearings
-New thru hull fittings and valves
-All new hoses and clamps in the engine room
-New high speed strainers on bottom
-Polish all 3 fuel tanks
-New isinglass (Never been in the weather, always been stored inside)
-FireBoy fire suppression system
Upgrades from 2010-2020
Complete top to bottom Awlgrip paint job
Engine rebuild
New Phasor generator
Oversized Side Power bow thruster
Dinghy davit and chalks
Aluminum bow rail, hand rails, and half tower to replace stainless steel rails
5 Lumitec underwater lights
Full length lifting rails added, epoxied, and bottom painted
Cruise speed: 18 knots @ 1800 RPM, 20 knots @ 2000 RPM
Max speed: 24 knots @ 2350 RPM
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
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St. Petersburg FL 33703 USA
Office: 813.773.6595
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Growing up on Cape Cod, my passion for boating started early. Working in the boating industry, I have been a certified marine technician for 30+ years. Paying attention to detail has always been instilled in me. That same philosophy has carried into helping clients find their next boat or representing the sale of their present boat. Helping people along the way with any mechanical questions is also a strong point in my sales. Working with the strong team at Tampa Yacht Sales always helps also. I look forward to helping the next client share my success in sales.