Used Viking 45 Convertible
For Sale

DESCRIPTION

Introduced in 2003, the Viking 45 Convertible’s interior layout was radically redesigned for the 2008 model year. The salon’s L-lounge and dinette are to port with cabinetry and an open galley with island to starboard. Salon sliding door entry is to starboard and companionway to belowdecks accommodations is reversed to port, in keeping with the design of the larger newer Viking convertibles that were moving away from the straight-line layout of salon entry through to accommodations. This new layout provided better flow around galley and salon, while giving greater privacy to the belowdecks area. The galley island with two barstools can accommodate additional dining place settings if needed. Dinette to port can seat three comfortably. Other than the layout change, amenities and exterior are about the same.

The 45 Convertible features a two stateroom/two head layout. Both master and guest staterooms have a private head with stall shower. Master stateroom with queen-sized island berth, can be positioned forward or on starboard side, depending on model year. The guest stateroom with over/under bunk berths can be to port midships or port forward (2008 model year). Both versions include a laundry center with front loading washer/dryer stacked units and central vacuum system in companionway.

This classy mid-sized “entry-level” convertible yacht balances aesthetics with functionality to provide uncluttered comfort. The L-shaped Ultraleather settee in aft quarter of the salon, with rod storage underneath, converts to additional sleeping space for two and is opposite the entertainment cabinetry and electric panel. Open galley is U-shaped with large serving counter on forward port side or L-shaped with island on starboard side (2008 version). Amenities include Sub-Zero undercounter refrigerator and freezer deep drawers, concealed appliances (3-burner electric range, microwave/convection oven), sink with garbage disposal, Corian solid surface countertops, beautifully crafted teak cabinetry and drawer storage, and Amtico flooring for easy to maintain elegance. L-shaped dinette with pedestal mounted table can seat 3-4 persons. Seat cushions are removable, and storage is underneath settee. Salon flatscreen TV is mounted on bulkhead above dinette. Frameless windows provide plenty of natural light and are capped with upholstered valances that conceal the air-conditioning registers.

Exterior is the same for both versions of the Viking 45 Convertible. Large open flybridge is safely accessed from cockpit by a sturdy aluminum ladder through hatch in bridge aft deck overhang. Both versions of the 45C feature a helm console positioned aft and extending from portside to center. Forward wrap-around seating area can be accessed from starboard side of helm console. Lounge seat on starboard side is hinged for access to storage underneath and a top-loading drink box is underneath the aft facing jump seat. Centerline helm features instrumentation provided and installed by Viking’s Atlantic Marine Electronics with Simrad or Garmin touchscreen panels and other electronics, such as the Moritz safety monitoring system, in recessed electronics boxes with clear Lexan covers for weather and saltwater protection.

Other electronics and VHF are neatly stowed and readily accessible in console compartments. Helm features single-lever controls and power-assisted hydraulic steering and excellent visibility all-around including cockpit. Flybridge stereo speakers are tied-in to salon Bose system. Extended bridge aft deck provides walk-around space for the two Murray helm chairs. Options can include 3-sided EZ2CY or Costa Clear enclosure, drop-down electronics compartment and Miya Epoch teaser reels in hardtop, aft rail rocket launcher with 6 rod holders, and more as requested by owner.

The 219 square foot cockpit has been engineered and outfitted for tournament fishing. Bait prep station with five tackle drawers, in-sole insulated wells for harvested fish and live bait, transom door with lift gate, gaff stowage, flush rod holders, bait freezer, insulated drink box in top step to salon door, and more are standard amenities. Owners could customize cockpit amenities to their preferences, with outriggers and spreaders, fighting chair (an in-deck backing plate is provided), livewell in-sole, refrigerated step box, transom fishbox, swim platform and ladder, and more. Hatch in cockpit bait prep console lifts for engine room access.

The 45C has same engine room engineering as Viking’s larger convertibles, such as the structural steel engine beds that are secured to dedicated transverse composite bulkheads to maintain drivetrain alignment and isolate vibration. Earlier 45C models featured the twin 800hp MAN D2848LE 403 diesels, while the 2008 version had the twin 900hp MAN V8 900 CRM diesels with a comfortable cruising speed of 30 knots and a top speed of 35 knots. The proprietary Viking hull of the 45 Convertible features a raked forward stem, modified-V with 15-degree aft deadrise for stability, fuel efficiency, and the comfortable dry ride Viking is known for.

Viking 45 Convertible specifications are 45’10” length overall (LOA) and 49’7” with bow pulpit, 16’4” beam, and 4’6” draft. Fuel capacity is 665 gallons (2008 version capacity is 848 gallons), water capacity is 150 gallons and holding tank is 50 gallons. Gross weight with standard fuel load is 49,750 lbs. Specifications such as fuel capacity and weight can vary; specs taken from Viking Yachts brochure dated Aug. 2008-Jan. 2009.