Sneak Preview of Viking’s New 54 Convertible

The New Jersey boatbuilder will reveal its latest sportfisherman model in late October at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, but you can see it in action here

By Pim Van Hemmen

September 24, 2020

Viking Yachts announced that its latest model, the Viking 54 Convertible, will make its world premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show from Oct. 28 through November 1.

According to the builder, the first hull will feature optional twin MAN 1550-hp diesels giving the 54 an estimated cruise speed in the mid-30-knot range with a top end of 40-plus knots.

Pricing will be announced at a future date.

Specifications:

LOA: 54’ 6”

Beam: 17’ 8”

Draft: 4’ 11”

Displ. (standard fuel load): 75,026 lbs.

Fuel: 1,403 gals.

Water: 198 gals.

Power (standard): (2) MAN 1400-hp diesels

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Pim Van Hemmen

Pim Van Hemmen is the Deputy Editor of Soundings magazine and SoundingsOnline.com. In a previous life he worked as a newspaper photographer, editor and nautical photographer. When he's not writing about boats, he explores Maine's waters on his Zodiac RIB.