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26 Wahoo

1977-1980. The 26 Wahoo was a novel and very popular design that first appeared in the earlier 26 foot models. This is an open fishing boat with a walkaround center console. This new Wahoo model had a new hull with the more current hard chines, which were very useful in reducing rocking while stopped for fishing. These were single engine inboard boats.

Flybridge Models

26 Sportfisherman

1975-1980. The 26 Sportfisherman was redesigned and updated under the Pacemaker name. Fiberglass hull design had changed since the original 26 was copied from wooden designs almost 10 years earlier. This model had hard chines, which resisted rolling and improved the ride. The design of the cabin structure and the flybridge were updated and looked more modern. The 26 was also available in an express design. Although only 26 feet long, this model had a wide 9ft 8in beam, and as a result an advertised draft of only 18 inches.

28 Sportfisherman

1972-1977. The 28 Sportfisherman may actually have been introduced under the Alglas name as early as 1969, as the transition to Pacemaker was about to begin. It was unique with a half-height flybridge up just 3 steps from the cockpit, and built over the cabin. This low profile provided improved crosswind control, greater visibility, and more cabin space than an express design. The beam on this 28 foot model was a relatively wide 10ft 5 in. Also important was the design of a hard chine in the aft hull. But with the wide beam, this hull had very little draft at the transom. This model was available with single and twin inboards.

30 Sportfisherman

1977-1980. The 30 Sportfisherman was developed to replace the 28 Sportfisherman. In addition to the increased length it provided a wider beam and larger cockpit. The 30 Sportfisherman included a full-height cabin and higher flybridge, providing better visibility. Available power was twin gas 225-260 HP inboards producing 18-25 knots.

32 Flybridge Sedan

1972-1978. The 32 Flybrigdge Sedan is a direct redesign of the 33 Alglas that it replaced. The forward cabin is heightened with a raised foredeck, and the main cabin is heightened and lengthened for additional interior space - although reducing the cockpit size. With a 12 foot beam, there was lots of internal room for a 32 footer. The flybridge is moved to the rear with the cabin. Common power was twin 220 HP gas producing 19-23 knots.

C 33 Convertible

1978-1980. The 33 Convertible replaced the 32 Flybridge Sedan in 1978. It offered a new look, much more along the lines of what the Jersey Design had become with a high flared bow, clear foredeck and taller cabin and flybridge. Still, it leaned a little more toward cruising than some competitors that emphasized much larger cockpits for fishing. Common power was twin gas 350 HP Crusaders producing 19-23 Knots.

SF 36 Sportfisherman

1973-1980. The 36 Sportfisherman was a popular model in the Pacemaker line. It was one of the first models for Pacemaker and had only minor modifications. With a beam of 13ft 3in it was about average, maybe less, but provided ample interior and cockpit room. At 17,000 pounds it was light for a 36, which enabled it to use gas engines and obtain moderate speeds. The hull had a slight V at the transom, maybe 8 or 10 degrees, which provided a smooth ride. This model provided the Pacemaker objective, to provide cruising comforts with some sportfishing capability at a moderate price. Standard engines were twin Crusader gas 350 HP inboards, which produced 18-25 knots.

38 Sportfisherman

1970-1973. The 38 Sportfisherman may have been the first model under the Pacemaker logo alone. It was produced as early as 1970 and was the largest yacht being produced by Pacemaker at that time. The profile can be identified by the forward raised deck and the forward-sloping lines of the cabin, windows and flybridge. This model had bridge and cabin helm stations, with the cabin helm located on the port side of the boat. These had a short life and were soon replaced by the 40 footer. These were powered by twin diesels of 220-260 HP or twin gas of 330 HP which produced cruise speeds of only 15-18 knots and maximum speeds of 24 knots.

SF 40 Sportfisherman

1974-1980. The 40 Sportfisherman was introduced in 1974 to replace the short-lived 38 Sportfisherman. The 40 has a taller cabin and flybridge structure and a cleaner, flatter foredeck. Overall it has a much more modern look that in its day, led the way for Jersey Design. Inside are two staterooms, with bunks in the forward stateroom and larger bunks in a second stateroom to port. A nice galley is provided, and most are seen with eating arrangements in the main cabin area. This model was produced in both gas and diesel versions. Gas engines were usually 330 HP while diesel options are seen from 210 - 320 HP. Speeds are in the 16-24 knot range, depending on engines.

SF 48 Sportfisherman

1971-1980. The 48 Sportfisherman was introduced at least 1971, probably as a Pacemaker. With a 14ft 8in beam it had room inside and out. The interior included 2 staterooms and a single head, but in a truly novel arrangment, at least in some configurations, the forward stateroom included two upper V-berths and a single lower V-berth, plus storage. A second stateroom included twin berths. A lower galley was also complete. Available engines, at least in early models were 350 HP diesels, which produced only 16-18 knots in this 40,000 lb boat.

Motoryacht Models

38 Motoryacht

1971-1973. The 38 Motoryacht was a modification of the 38 Sportfisherman and shared the same hull, cabin and flybridge. An aftcabin was added. This was Pacemaker's first motoryacht in fiberglass, although they had produced several wood motoryachts in the past. The 38 Motoryacht had a master stateroom in the aftcabin and two guest staterooms in the forward part of the boat, plus two heads each with a shower. A full galley included a full-size refridgerator and 3-burner stove with oven. Power options were the same as for the sportfisherman, but the performance was slower due to about 1,000 lbs additional weight.

MY 40 Motoryacht

1974-1980. The 40 Motoryacht replaced the short-lived 38 Motoryacht with an updated design and more room. In addition to two feet of length the 40 Motoryacht added six inches of beam. It was a flush-deck design that allowed the boaters to walk from the aftbridge area forward to the bow on a single level. The hull itself had a level sheer line so this model didn't appear to be built on a modified sportfisherman. The cabin was extended forward and the windows enlarged, increasing the room and openness inside, while the smaller area of foredeck that remained was flattened with the raised deck eliminated. Available power was twin 220-265 diesel or 350 gas engines. Maximum speed for any power was about 24 knots with cruise speeds usually under 20.

MY 46 Motoryacht

1975-1980. The 46 Motoryacht was designed on a brand new wide hull, measuring 15ft 3in. It was a flush deck design that provided good movement around the boat and had plenty of room inside. The aft-cabin includes the main stateroom with a private head and shower. There is a single stateroom on the port side forward and a second head with shower. This model contains no berths in the bow. There is a small room designed as an office just forward of the aft cabin, and could be configured for a guest. The galley is complete and includes a 2-burner stove and oven. The salon is of moderate size with no built-in dining table, although a table could be added - and of course there is a fully encludes aft deck which would be pleasant eating, although far from the galley. The hull mold for this successful design was acquired by Uniflite, then Chris Craft, each of which built successful motoryachts on this hull. The hull was designed to handle greater power and this model was equipped with 435 HP diesels producing 18-23 knots.

57 Flybridge Motoryacht

1974-1978. The 57 Flybridge Motoryach was designed on a wide 17ft 2in beam providing lots of space inside. The layout was a master stateroom with head and shower in the aftcabin, a guest stateroom midship, and triple bunks in the forward stateroom. Two additional heads and showers are included in the forward area. A complete galley is included on the salon level. Most boats have a free-standing dining table for six, for which there is plenty of room. Power was twin diesels of 425 HP producing 15-20 knots.

62 Flybridge Motoryacht

1975-1978. The 62 Flybridge Motoryacht is an extended version of the same hull used for the 57 Motoryacht with a 17ft 2in beam. The extra room inside is used to provide and additional guest stateroom amidships. This model has the aftcabin master stateroom, two guest staterooms, and 3 crew berths in the forward cabin. Available power was twin diesels in the 400-450 HP range, which produced speeds under 20 knots.

66 Flybridge Motoryacht

1976-1978. The 66 Flybridge Motoryacht was Pacemaker's largest model ever made. It shared the design of the 57 and 62 Motoryachts as well as the 17'2" beam. It was likely an extended version of the original 57. The large aft lower deck included more than the typical master stateroom - it actually had a center hallway leading to the aft cabin. The guest stateroom is believed to be along that hallway. Power was provided by twin Detroit 12V71 diesels of 475 HP but top speed was about 20 mph with cruise of 12-14 mph.