Azimut Fly 53 review
Yacht · 55 ft (17 m) · Spain
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Key specs
- Builder
- Azimut
- Model
- Fly 53
- Length
- 55 ft (17 m)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
Verdict
The Azimut Fly 53 is a refined flybridge motoryacht that maximizes space in a 55-foot package, offering family-friendly layouts, solid seakeeping, and exceptional joystick handling via Volvo Penta IPS pods. While fuel range is moderate (~250–300 nm) and engine options are limited to one configuration, its sleek Alberto
Pros
- +Joystick-controlled Volvo Penta IPS950 pods deliver precise, easy maneuverability
- +3-cabin, 6-berth layout with full-beam owner cabin and VIP forward
- +Galley-aft saloon optimized for owner-operated use with Miele appliances
- +Solid hull ride with no interior rattles even at 26-knot cruise
- +Multifunctional flybridge and asymmetrical cockpit improve flow and utility
Cons
- −Only one engine option (IPS950 725 hp) limits customization
- −Moderate fuel range of 250–300 nm at cruising speed
- −Smaller glazed area than some competitors reduces natural light slightly
- −2 guest heads (plus 1 crew) may feel tight for 6 guests in full use
- −Higher price point typical of Italian flybridge yachts affects value score
The Azimut Fly 53 redefines the 55-foot flybridge category with a dynamic Alberto Mancini profile that cloaks generous interior volumes. Its 3-cabin layout—featuring a full-beam owner’s cabin amidships, a forward VIP with twin ensuite access, and a starboard twin cabin—accommodates 6 guests comfortably alongside 1 crew member. The galley-aft saloon, equipped with Miele induction, dishwasher, and fridge freezer, is tailored for owner-operated cruising, while the multifunctional flybridge and asymmetrical cockpit enhance social flow and utility [2][3][4].
On the water, the Fly 53 delivers smooth, responsive performance powered by twin Volvo Penta D11-IPS950 engines (725 hp each), achieving a top speed of 31 knots and a comfortable cruise of 26 knots. The IPS pod system enables joystick control, making docking and low-speed maneuvering exceptionally easy. The hull feels solid through waves with no bangs or rattles, and the boat cruises efficiently at 25–26 knots with a range of approximately 250–300 nm [2][3][5].
Comfort and livability are strong, with air conditioning, WiFi, bright interiors, and smart storage throughout. The lower deck is cleverly designed, linking cabins via a walk-through bathroom that connects to the central lobby. However, the 2 guest heads may feel constrained with 6 guests, and the smaller glazed area slightly limits natural light compared to peers [2][4].
Value is solid within the Italian flybridge segment, though the single engine option and moderate range temper enthusiasm. For coastal cruisers prioritizing handling, design, and owner-friendly layouts, the Fly 53 stands out as a refined, family-capable motoryacht [2][5][8].
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