Advertisement

First Look

fa_first_440x296.jpg

Viking 68 Convertible

|| |—| |Length 68′ 8″ Beam 19′ 4″ Draft 5′ 5″ Deadrise 15 ¿ Fuel 2,000 gals. Price $2,995,000 w/ twin 1,520-hp MTU diesels| This 68-footer is the latest addition to Viking’s offshore fleet. The sea-kindly hull will cruise at 34 knots and tops out at 39 knots. The flying bridge has a center console helm with power-assisted hydraulic steering and electronics on the centerline. The 186-square-foot cockpit has a mezzanine with aft-facing seats to watch baits out of the sun, a walk-through transom door and an in-deck fishbox with macerator pump. Viking Yachts; (609) 296-6000; www.vikingyachts.com

Panga 22

Advertisement

|| |—| |Length 22′ 6″ Beam 6′ 6″ Draft 8″ Deadrise 11 ¿ Fuel 55 gals. **Base Price $17,995 without power| With its eight-inch draft and pronounced bow, the Panga 22 LX is a versatile, rugged fishing machine. The narrow beam requires less power than conventional hulls without sacrificing performance and stability. A leaning post with rod holders is standard, along with a live well system. Wiring harnesses are neatly routed and all hardware is stainless steel. Factory-rigged with Evinrude or Suzuki outboards up to 120 horsepower, the boats are built with quality resins and gelcoats, and a closed-cell-foam stringer system. Panga Fishing Boats; (305) 971-7572; www.panga.com

Advertisement

Email Newsletters and Special Offers

Sign up for Salt Water Sportsman emails to receive news of the latest techniques for big and small game fishing and the hottest fishing destinations as well as special offers on behalf of Salt Water Sportsman’s partners.

By signing up you agree to receive communications from Salt Water Sportsman and select partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You may opt out of email messages/withdraw consent at any time.

More Boats

Advertisement