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Yacht · 20 ft (6 m) · Marina Tribunj
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Key specs
- Builder
- Azimut Yachts
- Model
- Azimut Magellano 53
- Length
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
Verdict
The Azimut Magellano 53 is a capable semi-displacement cruiser with strong range, a practical 3-cabin layout plus optional crew cabin, and fast-enough performance for coastal passage making. It is less about sporty speeds than about efficient cruising, solid seakeeping, and good onboard livability.
Pros
- +Long-range semi-displacement design with 845 gal fuel capacity
- +2 x 500 hp Cummins diesels deliver up to about 22 knots
- +Spacious 55.4 ft platform with flybridge and hydraulic swim platform
- +Well-equipped interior with A/C, generator, dishwasher, washer, and water maker
- +Cabin arrangement suits family cruising or charter use
Cons
- −Not a lightweight planing yacht; top speed is modest versus performance cruisers
- −Verified listings vary on guest count and cabin configuration
- −Fuel economy and range depend heavily on cruising speed and load
- −Large size and draft make tight-quarters maneuvering less forgiving than smaller boats
The Magellano 53 is a semi-displacement Azimut built for long-distance cruising rather than outright speed. Public listings place it at about 55.4 ft LOA with a 4.7 m beam, 845 US gallons of fuel, and twin Cummins 500 hp diesels, which supports its passage-maker brief and gives it a respectable balance of range and efficiency.[1][3][6][14]
On the water, the boat is typically reported to cruise around 15–16 knots and top out around 22 knots, which is consistent with a heavier cruiser of this type.[2][3][5][9] The hull form and semi-displacement setup should favor steady, predictable behavior in varied conditions rather than sharp, sporty response.
Comfort is a strong point. The model is commonly described with 3 guest cabins plus optional crew accommodation, and the equipment lists include air conditioning, generator, water maker, dishwasher, washing machine, and multiple entertainment and outdoor-living features.[7][8][15][18] That makes it well suited to family use or charter-oriented ownership, though the exact guest count and cabin count vary across listings.
In value terms, the Magellano 53 sits in the premium cruising segment. Its appeal is strongest if the buyer prioritizes build quality, range, and usable space over speed; buyers wanting a more agile or more economical smaller yacht may find the operating footprint and maneuvering demands less attractive.[6][8][9]
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