78 Naval 2023 Boat for Sale

Vanguard Yacht | 78' Naval 2023

Launched in 2023, M/Y VANGUARD is a purpose-built explorer yacht designed for serious offshore cruising and high-latitude expeditions. Built to CE Category A, constructed and surveyed to MCA Category (0) standards, and certified to MCA Category (2), Vanguard was engineered to exceed conventional expectations, blending commercial-grade reliability with long-range efficiency.

Her hull is aluminium, ice-strengthened for operations in Arctic waters and configured with a box keel and twin rudders—features that support exceptional directional stability and allow her to dry out upright if needed. A fully integrated Commercial Dynamic Positioning System offers precise station-keeping capabilities, while DMS MagnusMaster retractable rotor stabilisers enhance comfort both underway and at anchor.

At the heart of Vanguard’s propulsion package is a Praxis Automation Hybrid Drive system comprising two John Deere 4045 AFM85 M1 engines (160 hp each) and twin 30 kW DC electric motors. The system is supported by a 120 kWh lithium battery bank and delivers silent electric operation, with the ability to run key systems—including air conditioning—overnight without a generator. Solar panels across a 36 m² array (6.3 kW) support house loads during daylight hours, minimising engine run time and generator use

Fuel capacity is 9,885 litres, offering a transoceanic range of 3,000+ nautical miles at a cruising speed of 9 knots. Fresh water capacity is 7,500 litres, with systems onboard designed for long-duration autonomy.

The interior features a practical and minimal design with three en-suite guest cabins: a master suite, VIP, and twin. The main salon—convertible to sleep two additional guests—forms part of a continuous open-plan layout alongside the helm station and galley. A raised flybridge includes an exterior helm, dining space, and additional seating.

Notable equipment includes:

• Commercial-grade Furuno radar with Doppler capability

• TZ Professional charting system with worldwide coverage

• MIL-SPEC FLIR thermal imaging

• Twin 25 kVA transformers and HF converters

• FEM carbon fibre tender davit

• 5.5m Highfield tender (as used by the UK Antarctic Survey)

• Carbon fibre passarelle

• 4 holding tanks for black/grey water

• Custom paint job using high-grade epoxy system (valued at $250,000)

• No standalone generator required

Currently lying in Fort Lauderdale and offered for sale at $4.2 million USD, Vanguard presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specified, go-anywhere explorer yacht ready for extended voyages.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by TJB Super Yachts.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.