Time Out review
Yacht · 42 ft (13 m) · Cyprus
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Key specs
- Builder
- Azimut
- Model
- 42
- Length
- 42 ft (13 m)
- Guests
- 11
- Cabins
- 2
Verdict
The 2006 Azimut 42 is a stylish GRP flybridge cruiser with strong twin-Caterpillar power, a practical 2-cabin layout, and solid cruising ability. It suits owners who want a fast, well-proportioned yacht for couples or small families, but the guest capacity listed here appears overstated versus typical documentation.
Pros
- +Classic Azimut styling with a planing flybridge profile
- +Twin Caterpillar 3126 diesels suit confident coastal cruising
- +Two-cabin, two-head layout is practical for a 42-footer
- +Approx. 20-knot cruising and mid-20s top speed are competitive
- +Shaft-drive setup is straightforward and familiar
Cons
- −Listed capacity of 11 conflicts with typical 4-guest accommodation
- −Below-deck space is good for size but not especially large
- −Fuel burn is meaningful at cruising speed for this class
- −Handling is competent rather than sporty, with no modern joystick aids indicated
- −Older examples can vary widely in condition and equipment
The Azimut 42 of this era is a conventional flybridge motor yacht with GRP construction, a planing deep-V hull, and the brand’s familiar Italian profile. Public listings place the 2006 boat at about 13.3 m overall, with a beam a little over 4.1 m, which gives it a balanced stance for a 42-foot cruiser.[1][6][9]
On the water, the twin Caterpillar 3126 diesel engines are a strong match for the hull. Reported specifications cluster around 20 knots cruising and roughly 25 knots maximum, with shaft drive and a planing hull indicating predictable, stable behavior rather than ultra-light performance.[1][6][14]
Accommodation is one of the model’s strengths for its size: the standard layout is 2 cabins and 2 heads, which is a sensible setup for private cruising. The listed 11-guest capacity does not match the public model data, which typically shows accommodation for about 4 guests, so that figure should be treated cautiously.[9][10]
In value terms, the Azimut 42 remains appealing because it combines recognized styling, usable speed, and a practical layout in a relatively manageable package. Buyers should focus on maintenance history, engine hours, and onboard systems, because condition will matter more than headline specifications on a yacht of this age.[1][6][15]
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