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Sailing yacht · 72 ft (22 m) · Seattle
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Caractéristiques clés
- Chantier
- IRWIN YACHTS
- Modèle
- 72
- Longueur
- 72 ft (22 m)
- Passagers
- 12
- Cabines
- 4
Verdict
A spacious, old-school cruising sailboat with unusually strong guest comfort for its size, helped by the private deck Jacuzzi and large salon. It is best suited to relaxed charter use rather than spirited performance, with comfort and character outweighing speed.
Avantages
- +Large interior volume for a 72-footer
- +On-deck Jacuzzi adds standout charter appeal
- +Suitable for up to 12 guests
- +Classic raised-salon layout improves livability
Inconvénients
- −Older 1990 platform may need careful maintenance
- −Not a performance-oriented sailing design
- −Handling and docking likely require experienced crew
- −Value depends heavily on refit and condition
The Irwin 72 is a classic Ted Irwin design built around space and comfort rather than modern sailing efficiency. Public listings describe it as a very spacious raised-salon sailing yacht, and the 72-foot platform is known for generous interior volume and a practical charter-friendly layout.
On the water, expectations should be realistic: this is a heavy cruising yacht, not a fast or highly responsive performance boat. It should be steady and reassuring in normal cruising conditions, but maneuvering and sail handling will be more demanding than on newer, lighter designs, so experienced crew make a noticeable difference.
Comfort is the main strength. With four cabins and capacity for 12 guests, plus a large private Jacuzzi on deck, it is clearly set up for social cruising and charter entertaining. The layout favors long stays aboard, and the raised-salon concept adds light and livability.
Value is mixed but reasonable if the vessel has been well refitted and maintained. As a 1990 yacht, condition matters more than model year alone, and buyers or charter guests should weigh upkeep, systems age, and sailing performance against the strong space, comfort, and novelty appeal.
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