August 23, 2026
by Stanton Murray
Vessel Data & Specifications
Galeon 680 FLY Model Technical Data & Specifications
Manufacturer & Model: Galeon Yachts, 680 FLY
Production Years: 2019 – (Global debut at Cannes Yachting Festival 2018/2019; initial US deliveries in model year 2020)
Production Volume: Estimated 20–30 hulls produced worldwide to date (Hull #3 delivered to the US was a 2020 build; Hull #6 overall was completed in 2020)
Production Facility Location: Straszyn / Wiślinka shipyards (Gdańsk region), Poland
Design Team: Tony Castro Design Studio (exterior & interior design) in collaboration with Galeon’s in-house naval architecture team
Optional Layout Configurations:
- Accommodations: 4-cabin / 3-head interior layout plus dedicated aft crew stateroom (accommodates 8 guests + 1–2 crew).
- Master Suite Access: Private midship master stateroom entrance directly from the main salon; 3 guest cabins forward accessed via a separate forward companionway.
- Wood & Interior Finishes: Beach Wood Grey (Matte), Marble Oak, Dark Oak, or High-Gloss Walnut.
- Exterior Layouts: Convertible foredeck (sunpad to dining setup with pop-up tables), signature fold-out cockpit side balconies (“Beach Mode”).
Keel & Draft Specifications: Planing modified-V powerboat hull. Draft: 4 ft 7 in (1.43 m) light load; 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) max draft fully laden.
Air Draft: Fixed flybridge hardtop with radar arch. Height light including mast light: 26 ft 2 in (8.0 m).
Engine Options:
- Twin MAN V8-1000 diesel engines (1,000 HP each / 2,000 HP total)
- Twin MAN V8-1200 diesel engines (1,200 HP each / 2,400 HP total) — standard spec for North America
Drive Systems: Straight shaft transmission / V-drive with bronze 4-blade propellers, stainless steel shafting, Electronic Vessel Control (EVC), underwater exhaust, electric bow thruster, and stern thruster with joystick control.
Major Optional Equipment:
- Seakeeper 16 Gyro Stabilizer
- Beach Mode fold-out balconies
- Hydraulic high-low swim platform (tender lift capacity ~1,100 lbs)
- Raymarine Axiom navigation suite
- KVH TracVision HD7 satellite TV
- Flybridge wet bar with electric grill/icemaker
- Electric aft cockpit sunshade
Model Evolution: Developed as the flagship replacement for the Galeon 660 FLY. Shares hull platform architecture with the 700 SKY (Skydeck variant). Incorporates Galeon’s 4th-generation carbon fiber superstructure construction to lower center of gravity while expanding flybridge space.
Market Value Factors & Technical Assessment
Common Problems & Maintenance Hotspots:
- Complex Hydraulic & Electrical Actuation: The fold-out side balconies (“Beach Mode”) and drop-down side windows require routine inspection of hydraulic seals, hinges, and electrical limit switches. Saltwater intrusion or lack of lubrication causes actuator binding or system error codes.
- Superstructure Carbon Fiber Joints: Carbon fiber integration reduces topside weight but requires targeted survey inspection for micro-cracking, gelcoat stress crazing, or flexing around hardtop support pillars and flybridge mounting points.
- Panoramic Glass Heat Transference: Large salon windows create high thermal loads in Southern climates. Units without aftermarket or factory heat-protection film suffer accelerated interior wood/upholstery UV damage and excessive HVAC generator wear.
- Engine Service Compliance: Twin MAN V8-1200 engines require strict 1,000-hour major service compliance (heat exchangers, intercoolers, and turbos). Deferred MAN maintenance heavily penalizes market valuation during buyer pre-purchase surveys.
Location & Regional Value Drivers:
- Florida & Caribbean Sun Exposure: Sun-belt vessels exhibit faster gelcoat chalking and teak deck wear than freshwater or northern boats.
- US-Spec / Import Status: US models sold through MarineMax feature factory 60Hz 120V/240V electrical systems, US Coast Guard compliance, and US Duty Paid status. Grey-market 50Hz European imports trade at a significant discount due to conversion costs and limited North American dealer warranty support.
Competitive Model Comparison
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Engine Options | Top Speed | Cabins / Heads | Key Advantage |
| Galeon 680 FLY | 72′ 10″ (22.0 m) | 17′ 3″ (5.27 m) | 4′ 7″ – 5′ 1″ (1.43–1.55 m) | Twin MAN V8-1200 HP | 30–32 kts | 4 Cabins / 3 Heads | Beach Mode balconies & private master stairwell |
| Azimut Fly 68 | 69′ 10″ (21.27 m) | 17′ 2″ (5.23 m) | 5′ 3″ (1.60 m) | Twin Volvo IPS 1350 (1,000 HP) | 32 kts | 4 Cabins / 3 Heads | Multiple main-deck salon layouts & IPS joystick control |
| Sunseeker Manhattan 68 | 69′ 1″ (21.10 m) | 17′ 3″ (5.26 m) | 5′ 2″ (1.58 m) | Twin MAN V8-1200 HP | 32 kts | 4 Cabins / 3 Heads | High-volume aft transom beach club setup |
| Ferretti Yachts 670 | 66′ 5″ (20.24 m) | 17′ 8″ (5.38 m) | 5′ 3″ (1.60 m) | Twin MAN V8-1200 HP | 32 kts | 3 or 4 Cabins / 3 Heads | Italian interior joinery & wider overall beam |