Express Models

Viking continues to produce their "Open Yacht" model line of Express Sportfisherman. These are larger than past models, and significantly more powerful. Interiors are the same high Viking quality as their Convertible models.

45 Open

The 45 Open was introduced in 2003, replacing the long successful 43 Open. This model offers just over a foot of additional beam, about 10,000 pounds and significantly more power. The bridgedeck offers three pedestal captain's chairs with the helm on the centerline. A large L-shaped lounge seats several more on the port side, with built-in refridge and icemaker on the starboard. The standard interior layout includes a single stateroom forward with a centerline queen berth, a single head with shower, comfortable saloon and galley. An optional layout includes a second stateroom with bunk beds which takes some room from the forward stateroom and some from the saloon. The cockpit, at 119 sq. ft. includes a freezer, bait prep area, and many other fishing amenities, plus a transom door. Access to the engine room is also provided from the cockpit. Engines are twin MAN diesels of 900 or 1100 HP on straight inboards.

46 Open

The 46 Open was introduced for 2009 simultaneous with the 46 Convertible, using the same hull. It incorporates the new hull shape first seen on the 50 and 60 Convertibles in 2008. This includes a sharper entry, convex sections forward, and a wide beam, low deadrise shape carried fully aft with convex sections and prop pockets. The interior includes a single head and single master stateroom in the bow with a centerline queen berth. An optional second stateroom to port includes bunk beds and reduces the lounge area somewhat. The galley, on the starboard side of the saloon includes a 3-burner cooktop and undercounter refridgeration. Counters are Corian. The bridgedeck includes a centerline pedestal helm seat with companion pedestals on both sides. An L-shaped built-in bench seat on the port and aft edges provide more seating. The cockpit is 121 sq.ft. with aft-facing mezzanine seating. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 900-1100 HP producing over 40 kts.

52 Open

The 52 Open was added to the lineup in 2007 to again provide multiple offerings after a few years of sole duty by the 45 Open. It is built on the same hull as the 52 Convertible, which has been successful for several years. The bridgedeck layout is similar to the 45 Open, with a centerline helm and three pedestal captain's chairs. The interior is also similar but includes a second stateroom with bunk beds as standard in the additional space. A second head, including a shower is also provided. The cockpit, at 145 sq. ft. also includes a raised, aft-facing lounge at the front of the cockpit for out-of-the-way observation of the action. The cockpit also includes plenty of storage, a bait freezer, transom door, and access to the engine compartment. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 1100-1550 HP on straight inboards.

Flybridge Models

The Flybridge Convertible continues to be the heart of the Viking line. Only two of the earlier models were continued beyond the early 2000s. The entire Convertible line was refreshed starting in 2002/2003. Now it looks like 2008/2009 may be the beginning of another model line revamp, with several new models being introduced. These models are sleeker, cleaner more luxurious and more powerful. They are also larger as well as smaller.

45 Convertible

Viking's 45 Convertible was introduced in 2003, simultaneous with the 45 Open. These replaced the 43 Convertible and Open models that had been successful for a decade. The 45 hull is 2 ft 10 in longer than the 43, and 13 inches wider. It's also 25% or 10,000 lbs heavier, but with 50% larger engines. An unusual interior layout limits the forward stateroom to the port half of the forward area, with bunk beds and direct access to the guest head. The Master Stateroom to starboard extends into the starboard half of the traditional forward stateroom space, and includes a private head fully forward. The saloon includes an L-shaped dinette in the forward port corner and an L-shaped galley forward to starboard with a free-standing island counter creating a walk-thru galley. The flybridge is large and extends aft to overhand the cockpit slightly. The cockpit is 119 sq. ft. and provides access to the engine room. Power is provided by twin MAN diesels of 800-900 HP producing speeds of 29-33 kts.

46 Convertible

The 46 Convertible was introduced for 2009. It incorporates the new hull shape of the 50 and 60 Convertibles, also used on the 46 Open. The interior includes a master stateroom to starboard with walk-around queen berth and private head with shower. A guest stateroom on the port side forward includes bunk beds and direct access to the guest head and shower. The saloon includes an L-shaped lounge, corner dinette and walk-thru, L-shaped galley with breakfast island. The flybridge includes two pedestal chairs and bench seating forward of the helm and to starboard. The cockpit at 121 sq.ft. includes mezzanine seating and storage. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 900-1100 HP producing 30-40 kts.

48 Convertible

The 48 Convertible was introduced in 2002, along with the 52, to replace the 47 Convertible. The 48 is 1'10" longer than the 47, an even 1 ft wider, and 10,000 lbs heavier, with 50% larger engines. The interior layout is available with two or three staterooms. The master stateroom includes a centerline walk-around berth forward and is quite roomy on the two stateroom layout, or on the port side and smaller with three stateroom. All guest stateroom have bunk beds. The saloon includes a convertible corner lounge, U-shaped galley and opposing corner dinette. The cockpit is 130 sq. ft., well appointed, and provides engine room access. Power is provided by a wide assortment of diesels from 800-1050 HP producing 30-36 kts.

50 Convertible

The 50 Convertible was introduced for 2008. An earlier 50 Convertible ended production in 2002, replaced by the 52 Convertible, but this 50 is a different boat, which could now replace the 52 Convertible. The 50 Convertible is sleeker with a smooth surface from foredeck up to the flybridge, without the "eyebrows" of the flybridge over the window line. The deckhouse is wrapped in a black mask of cabin windows and painted solid cabin front. Inside are 3 Staterooms, similar in design to the novel arrangement on the 45, but with more space to execute the concept. Still only one stateroom offers a double bed. The hull of the 50 is a mix of convex shapes designed to improve ride and speed, and reduce spray. Deadrise at the transom is about 12 degrees, not the usual 15. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 1100 or 1360 HP, producing speeds of 32-40 kts.

52 Convertible

The 52 Convertible was introduced in 2002 as the first new model in a complete revamp of the Viking Yachts lineup. It replaced the 50 Convertible which had been very successful for more than 10 years. The 52 is fitted with larger MAN diesels and designed to go faster, with a sharper bow, redesigned hull and rudders. The cockpit, at 145 sq. ft., is fitted with all sportfishing amenities. Inside are three staterooms and two heads. The forward and port staterooms include walk-around queen berths, although bunks are optional forward, like the starboard stateroom. An enhanced U-shaped galley and nearby dinette share the main level with a comfortable lounge. The cockpit is 157 sq.ft. and well appointed for fishing. Power is provided by CAT and MAN diesels of 1015-1360 HP producing speeds to 40 kts.

54 Convertible

The 54 Convertible was introduced in 2007 to fit between the 52 and 56 Convertibles. With larger engines than the 52 and the same as the 56, this is the fastest model of the three. The 54 Convertible shares the smooth, clean lines of other recent models, and the popular 15 degree hull form, sharp entry and minor prop pockets that produce the smooth, dry ride. The interior includes 3 staterooms and two heads with the master stateroom on the port side offering a walk-around queen berth and private head. The forward stateroom offers a queen berth on centerline. And to starboard are bunk beds in the third stateroom. A corner dinette and U-shaped galley are on the saloon level with Corian countertops and under-counter Subzero refridgeration. The cockpit is 157 sq.ft. and includes mezzanine seating and storage. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 1360 or 1550 HP.

56 Convertible

The 56 Convertible was introduced in 2004, replacing the 55 Convertible. It sports new styling similar to the lines on the 45, 48 and 52 Convertibles introduced the previous year. The 56 adds 18 inches to the length of the 55, 10 inches of beam, and about 10,000 lbs. Power is increased about 200 HP per engine. The cockpit is 157 sq.ft. and well appointed. The interior of the 56 includes three staterooms and two heads. The saloon includes a convertible corner lounge, U-shaped galley, and opposing corner dinette. The galley includes under-counter Subzero refridgerator and freezer, and 4-burner cooktop on granite countertops. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 1360-1550 HP producing speeds to 40 kts.

57 Convertible

The 57 Convertible was introduced in 2009. It uses the new convex hull used on the 46 and 82 Convertibles introduced at the same time. Inside the 57 Convertible includes 3 staterooms and 2 heads. The master stateroom, on the starboard side, includes a walk-around, athwartship queen berth and private head and shower. The guest stateroom in the bow includes a centerline queen berth. The port-side guest stateroom includes bunk beds. In the saloon an L-shaped lounge, U-shaped dinette and U-shaped galley share a single level. The galley has Corian countertops, a 3-burner cooktop and under-counter Subzero refridgeration. The cockpit is 157 sq.ft. with mezzanine seating and storage. Power is provided by MAN diesels of 1360-1550 HP producing speeds to 40 kts.

60 Convertible

The 60 Convertible was introduced in 2008 and replaced the earlier 61 Convertible. It follows on the design innovations of the 68 and 64 Converts introduced the two preceding years with a complex hull form to provide a drier, smoother ride. The 60 Convertible provides additional improvements designed for weight-saving and strenth by expanded use of cored, laminated construction using modern materials to replace plywood, and use of coring in more areas, including some of the flat panels of the hull bottom. Power is provided by MAN and CAT diesels of 1550-1825 HP producing speeds to about 42 kts.

64 Convertible

The 64 Convertible was introduced in 2007 following close on the tabs of the 68 Convertible. This model provides 3 staterooms and 3 heads, with a 4 stateroom option available. The saloon offers a choice of an L- or U-shaped sofa. A corner dinette and a U-shaped galley are on the saloon level. The galley includes under-counter Sub-zero refridgeration and Corian countertops. Teak veneers throughout are high-gloss. The flybridge helm console is anchored to port with additional seating to starboard and forward. The cockpit is 180 sq.ft. counting the built-in mezzanine seating and storage, and provides access to the engines. Available power includes CAT, MAN and MTU diesels of 1550-2030 HP with design for the 2400 HP MTU diesels, not originally available. Speeds are to 40 kts.

68 Convertible

The 68 Convertible was introduced in 2006 to replace the 65 Convertible. It offers the sleek styling and greater power of the newer models. The 68 Convertible includes 4 staterooms and 4 heads, all with showers. The master stateroom, on the port side, has an athwartships walk-around king-size berth with a spring mattress and private head. The foward stateroom has a centerline queen berth. A guest stateroom with bunk beds is to starboard and includes a private head and shower. The crew stateroom is aft to port with bund beds and a private head, and also includes direct engine room access. The flybridge has a walk-around center island helm and bench seating on both sides. The cockpit is extra large at 186 sq.ft., not counting the two-tiered mezzanine seating and storage under the flybridge overhang. Power is provided by MTU and CAT diesels of 1520-2400 HP producing speeds to 43 kts.

74 Convertible

The 74 Convertible was introduced in 2005 as Viking's largest model ever, topping the then-largest 65 by nine feet. The cockpit of 218 sq.ft. includes serious fishing amenities, and mezzanine seating and storage. The large flybridge contains an island helm station with three captains chairs, and bench seating along both sides. Interior accommodations include 4 staterooms and 4 heads, with an optional, small fifth stateroom. The master stateroom, set amidship on the port side, is almost full-beam, with a walk-around king-size berth and private head. The companionway passes around it fully to starboard. The forward stateroom features a walk-around, centerline queen berth and private head. Bunk beds are provided in the guest stateroom and in the crews quarters, which has direct access to the engine room. The single-level saloon includes a corner dinette and U-shaped galley. Power is provided by MTU or CAT with 1520-2400 HP producing speeds to 39 kts.

82 Convertible

The 82 Convertible was introduced in 2009 as Viking's largest ever. It carries a beam of 22'4" and displaces 162,000 lbs. The aggressively raked stem and 9 feet of freeboard push the LOA to 83'5", but they still call it an 82. The angle of the deckhouse is sharp, but clean. Inside the master stateroom is located back, under the saloon, and spread out to the full beam width! It has a centerline, walk-around king-size berth and large private head and shower. Two additional staterooms have queen-size berths, the fourth has a pair of twin berths, and the fifth has bunks. There are five heads. The saloon is a single level with a large L-shaped lounge, a corner dinette and a large galley with an eating island, and granite countertops. The cockpit is 235 sq.ft. and includes mezzanine seating and storage. Power is provided by MTU diesels of 2,030 or 2400 HP producing about 39 kts.

Enclosed Bridge Models

Viking Yachts has made Enclosed Flybridge versions of their Convertibles since 1995. They continue to grow in popularity. Now Viking has formally created a model line for enclosed models. These are selected Convertible models with fully enclosed, climate-controlled flybridges. They have hard tops and permanent, tinted glass windows with wipers and washers. The helm is moved fully forward on the centerline to maximize visibility and create a large social space with ample seating on the bridge.

56 Enclosed Bridge

The 56 Enclosed Bridge was introduced in 2007. It is the smallest vessel the Enclosed Bridge design is offered on. Still, only minor concessions are made to size. The captain's chair is still on the centerline, but there is only one companion pedestal chair. The lounge seating on the bridge is a little smaller, and the cabinets are fewer. The biggest concession is the absence of an interior spiral staircase. Bridge visitors must use the external staircase. Other features are retained. Like all Enclosed Bridge models, the space is air conditioned and heated with reverse cycle cooling. The area is fully enclosed, carpeted and filled with interior seating.

60 Enclosed Bridge

The 60 Enclosed Bridge was introduced in 2008. It is just big enough to have an internal spiral staircase, which is not present on the 56 Enclosed Bridge. It is placed on the port side, more forward than on any other model. As a result this model has only a single pedestal captain's chair with an L-shaped seat on the starboard side. Lounge seating, in the aft port corner is elevated on a raised platform for improved viewing. The 60, like the 64 Enclosed Bridge, has the docking station on the starboard side.

64 Enclosed Bridge

The 64 Enclosed Bridge was introduced in 2007. Bridge seating is similar to the 68 and 74 foot models with a single captain's chair on centerline and bench seats to either side. The rest of the bridge layout is reversed relative to the larger models, with a spiral staircase from the main level on the starboard side. Lounge seating is raised for better viewing, as on the 74 Enclosed Bridge. The outdoor space aft of the enclosed bridge is also reversed with the docking station on the starboard side.

68 Enclosed Bridge

The 68 Enclosed Bridge was introduced in 2006 with the 68 Convertible. The Enclosed Bridge helms have much more room for large electronic displays than is typical on convertibles, and in the reduced light they are even easier to see. The helm also has a large "Destroyer" style steering wheel mounted vertically. Substantial windshield wipers are obvious on the three permanent windshield panels, and all contain washers. The appearance is more like a pilot-house boat or even a naval vessel. The 68 Enclosed Bridge has the same bridge layout as the 74 Enclosed Bridge, introduced the previous year.

74 Enclosed Bridge

The 74 Enclosed Bridge was introduced with the 74 Convertible in 2005. The bridge helm, overhead electronics and window frames are all black - either painted or wrapped in ultra-leather. The single centerline helm chair, is joined by bench seats for two on both sides - all in black leather. Leather lounge seating in brown or other colors, provide lots of seating, and teak cabinets complete the space. An overhead hatch can be opened for fresh air. A spiral staircase rises from the main level just behind the port bench seat. The flybridge structure has outdoor space aft of the enclosed bridge with aft-facing bench seating and ladder access from the cockpit, and docking controls.

Sport Yachts

The Viking Yachts Sport Yacht line, introduced with the 52 Sport Yacht, builds on the growing popularity of enclosed models. Viking Yachts has adapted this concept by enclosing the bridge deck on the traditional express which allows some further enhancements.

52 Sport Yacht

The 52 Sport Yacht, introduced in 2007, is the first model in the new Sport Yacht line. It adds permanent hard sides and windows to the bridge deck of the 52 Open, and is built on the hull of the 52 Convertible. Available in two versions, with a permanent rear bulkhead enclosure or an open rear with a soft curtain for traditional express usage. The Sport Yacht Open version retains the layout and seating of the 52 Open. The enclosed version turns the bridgedeck into a climate controlled saloon with larger lounge seating and two pedestal chairs at the centerline helm station. This allows the lounge seating to be removed from the lower level and the space converted to a larger second stateroom with twin single berths, without encroaching on the forward master stateroom. The Sport Yacht Open version also includes a second stateroom with bunk beds in a smaller space. The cockpit on both versions is similar to the 52 Open and retains the aft-facing mezzanine seating and engine room access.