Hakodate 196 (1988 / Refit 2014) – 60.00m Steel Long-Range Motor Yacht for Sale in El Gouna, Egypt
Overview
This 60.00-metre custom-built motor yacht is a serious long-range platform designed for owners who value strength, endurance, and genuine ocean-going capability. Built in 1988 by the renowned Hakodate Shipyard and refitted in 2014, she offers robust steel-hull construction, substantial internal volume (764 GT), and a configuration that supports extended life at sea rather than seasonal, short-range use.
Build, Structure & Offshore Credentials
With a rugged, heavy-duty construction philosophy, the yacht’s steel hull emphasises durability, longevity, and predictable long-term maintenance planning. Her deep maximum draft and displacement-style configuration are engineered for stability and safe passage over extended distances—particularly valuable for world-cruising programs and remote cruising areas where reliability is non-negotiable.
Key Dimensions & Capacity- Length Overall: 60.00m (196’10”)
- Gross Tonnage: 764 GT
- Draft (Max): 13’9”
- Hull: steel construction
- Guest Cabins: 7 cabins
- Guest Berths: 14 berths
- Crew: up to 18 crew
Performance & Operating Profile
This yacht is optimised for economical long-range cruising rather than high-speed operation—an intentional choice that improves fuel economy, mechanical longevity, and onboard comfort over long passages. She cruises comfortably at 8 knots with a maximum speed of 10 knots, supporting conservative, cost-controlled ownership and reduced mechanical stress over time.
- Cruising Speed: approx. 8 knots
- Max Speed: approx. 10 knots
- Operating Philosophy: efficiency, simplicity, reliability, and predictable running costs
Guest Areas, Social Spaces & Onboard Amenities
The interior and exterior configuration supports both private enjoyment and group living on a substantial scale. Communal areas are designed for relaxed extended use, with multiple zones that encourage social interaction while still allowing privacy when desired.
- Leisure & Social: TV room, multiple bars, expansive communal zones
- Wellness: full gym, sauna, massage room
- Standout Feature: a genuine onboard pool
Accommodation & Crew Infrastructure
Seven guest cabins sleeping up to fourteen guests provide flexible arrangements for family groups, friends, or operational programs. Crew accommodation for up to eighteen supports full professional service standards and ensures the vessel can be operated efficiently over extended voyages, with redundancy in staffing and specialist roles where required.
Refit 2014 & Ownership Value
The 2014 refit ensured key systems, guest areas, and amenities aligned with modern expectations while preserving the yacht’s original engineering integrity. For buyers seeking scale, durability, and true long-range capability, this yacht offers immediate usability without requiring extensive structural changes—making her a credible platform for world cruising, private use, or conversion for commercial operations (subject to compliance and buyer objectives).
Enquiries & Viewings
Request full details, arrange inspections in El Gouna, Egypt, and schedule sea trials for qualified buyers. Technical surveys are recommended to confirm condition and optimise acquisition confidence.