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Verified firsthand experienceFormer owner · 2016–2022
Six years running a Westport 112 in the Pacific Northwest
Exceptional sea-keeping and quiet at cruise; watch early-hull hydraulic steering unions and the genset raw-water routing.
David Cheng · Marine engineer · Model year 2015 · MTU 12V4000 M63
Verified firsthand experienceCaptain · 4 seasons
Chartering the Hatteras GT65: real fuel burn and range
Published cruising range is optimistic at charter loads. Realistic planning range is meaningfully shorter with a full guest complement.
M. Alvarez · Verified captain · Caribbean & Bahamas
Verified firsthand experienceOwner · current
Two refit seasons on a Nordhavn 60: what I would do again
Stabilizer service access is excellent. Would prioritize an earlier wing-engine survey next time.
J. Okafor · Verified owner · Mediterranean

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