BENETEAU FLYER 8.8 SPACEDECK review
Yacht · 26 ft (8 m) · Trogir
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Key specs
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Model
- Flyer 8.8 Spacedeck
- Length
- 26 ft (8 m)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 1
Verdict
A fast, versatile dayboat with genuine overnight capability, the 2016 Beneteau Flyer 8.8 SpaceDeck stands out for its 500 HP rating, shallow draft, and flexible open layout. It is strongest as a sporty family cruiser and entertaining platform; interior comfort is good for the size, but not as roomy as larger cabin boat
Pros
- +Strong hull/platform for sporty day cruising
- +Up to 500 HP and twin-engine option
- +Shallow draft suits coastal use and anchorages
- +Good deck space and social layout for 10 people
- +Adds overnight capability with 2 cabins
Cons
- −Cabin space is compact versus larger cruisers
- −Open deck layout offers limited weather protection
- −Water and fuel capacities are moderate for longer trips
- −Best suited to day use and short stays, not full-time cruising
The Flyer 8.8 SpaceDeck is a well-proportioned 9 m class open boat with a wide beam and a practical layout that prioritizes outdoor living. Public specs list a 9.00 m overall length, 2.97 m beam, 400 L fuel capacity, 100 L water tank, and up to 500 HP maximum engine power, which places it firmly in the performance dayboat category.
On the water, the model is known for lively acceleration and confident handling when properly powered, especially in twin-engine form. Its shallow draft of 0.50 to 0.90 m broadens where it can operate, making it well suited to coastal hops, coves, and island itineraries rather than deep-water cruising.
Comfort is respectable for the size: the verified 2-cabin arrangement gives it more versatility than a pure open runabout, but the interior remains compact and best used for short overnight stays. As a result, value is strongest for buyers who want a sporty, social, and flexible boat rather than a spacious family cruiser.
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