Grand Alaskan 53 Pilothouse (2001-2005)

Specifications & Options

The Grand Alaskan 53 Pilothouse is a serious, long-range cruiser, boasting muscular lines and a businesslike profile.  Designed by Arthur DeFever and built in Taiwan at the Tania Yard. This semi-custom yacht, built in Taiwan, features a semi-displacement hull with a shallow keel, moderate beam, and foam coring above the waterline.

  • Builder: Grand Alaskan (Taiwan)
  • Hull: Fiberglass, semi-displacement with a shallow keel
  • Length Overall (LOA): 53 feet (16.15m)
  • Beam: 15′ 4″ (4.67m)
  • Draft: 5′ 2″ (1.57m)
  • Displacement: 50,000 – 53,000 lbs (22,680 – 24,000 kg)
  • Engines: Typically twin diesels, common options include Caterpillar or Cummins, offering cruising speeds of 10-12 knots and tops around 12-13 knots.
  • Fuel Capacity: 1000-1100 gallons (diesel).
  • Water Capacity: 250-350 gallons.

Practical and Comfortable Interior:

Instead of a crowded three-stateroom layout, the Alaskan 53 offers a more practical arrangement for cruising couples: two large staterooms and two equally spacious heads on the lower deck. The deckhouse level features the galley and salon aft, located four steps down from the pilothouse.

Pilothouse and Exterior Highlights:

The pilothouse is a dedicated command center, featuring a centerline helm, expansive windows, a comfortable settee, and a chart table. The interior is distinguished by beautifully finished, grain-matched teak woodwork and cabinetry throughout. Noteworthy exterior features include:

  • Wide, secure side decks
  • A spacious flybridge
  • Large lazarette storage compartment
  • A well-arranged engine room
  • A wave-breaking Portuguese bridge wrapping around the pilothouse.

Performance:

Twin 300hp Caterpillar delivers a cruise speed of 8 knots (12 knot top speed). With the optional 450hp Cats, the cruising speed increases to 12–14 knots.

Review

For a lot of sensible reasons, Oviatt Marine’s Grand Alaskans seem right for cruising under power. The designs look good, and everyone involved keeps pushing for higher quality.

For the vast majority of people able to purchase this size and caliber cruiser, the Grand Alaskan is worth a look. The boats are proof that, given today’s modern comfort systems, a large boat really can have it all.

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