Custom Built 78 Boru review
Yacht · 46 ft (14 m) · Istanbul
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Key specs
- Builder
- Custom Built
- Model
- 78
- Length
- 46 ft (14 m)
- Guests
- 10
Verdict
A strong custom 78-footer with the volume and range expected of a serious cruising yacht, paired with the kind of sailing performance and deck ergonomics that made the CNB 78 well regarded. Its appeal is highest for owners who want a bespoke build and bluewater capability, not a mass-market price point.
Pros
- +Custom-built pedigree allows more owner-specific layout and finish choices.
- +Large sail plan and long-waterline hull support efficient cruising under sail.
- +Broad beam and substantial displacement should deliver good interior volume and stability.
- +Designed as a serious offshore cruiser rather than a coastal weekender.
Cons
- −Customization can make pricing and resale harder to predict than production yachts.
- −Deep draft may limit access to some shallow anchorages and harbors.
- −High-performance cruising design can demand an attentive crew in stronger winds.
- −Specs provided do not confirm the exact cabin count or interior arrangement.
The Custom Built 78 Boru appears to be based on the CNB 78 platform, a 23.93 m sailing yacht with a 6.10 m beam, 3.50 m standard draft and a light displacement of 47,900 kg. That combination points to a design focused on efficient passage-making, substantial interior volume and the stability expected from a large cruising sloop.
On the water, the CNB 78 is set up for capable offshore sailing rather than pure comfort-only cruising. Its large sail area, long waterline and deep keel should produce strong upwind performance and steady tracking, while the displacement and ballast ratio suggest a yacht that will feel composed rather than overly light or twitchy. Handling should be straightforward for an experienced crew, but the size and sail plan mean it is still a serious yacht to manage in fresh conditions.
Comfort and livability should be one of its main strengths, with the beam helping create generous saloon and cabin spaces for guests. The verified specs provided do not confirm the exact cabin count for this specific boat, so any interior assessment is necessarily general: a 78-foot custom yacht of this type is typically aimed at extended cruising with a practical, seaworthy layout.
Value is harder to judge because custom builds vary widely in specification, finish and systems. Compared with standard production cruisers, a bespoke 78-footer usually offers better ownership fit and stronger sailing credentials, but buyers should expect a premium and should evaluate the actual build quality, equipment list and refit history carefully.
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