About Mega yachts

What you need to know about the largest boats on the ocean

When it comes to yachts, you have those vessels which fall into the forty to fifty-foot range, and then you have those which are in a class all their own. These yachts are known as mega yachts and contain features and functions which those in other categories do not. Yacht owners who wish to transition from the standard yacht to the mega yacht should consider the differences, benefits, and needs of mega yacht ownership before purchasing.

Yacht Setters

Mega yachts are owned by a select few as they are so luxurious and so costly. Yet, those within the private sector (as you can find plenty of mega yachts in the commercial cruise line sector) have mega yachts which are filled with modern design elements, technology advancements, engineering innovations, and materials and construction which is sometimes not even found in some house construction projects.

Yacht-setters, much like trend setters, set the standard for the features which are found in non-mega yachts. Consider. Much like the automotive and building industry, the elite features are those which the common man or woman wishes to possess. These features trickle down the line and are implemented, in part, on the smaller vessels. What does this mean for the person seeking the mega-yacht for sale? It means that you will have a vessel which has the latest and greatest of features on a vessel which is highly in demand.

The custom build

Because some of the mega yachts can reach up to 500 feet or more, especially when you start to get into competitive mega yacht ownership, it is quite common that the yachts are built custom. Generally, you do not have a manufacturer which has a templated design for the mega yacht. Yes, they may start from a base layout and design, but the number of features and customizations on the mega yacht tend to be in such abundance, that each craft is unique to even those within the same class.

A difference in standards

Perhaps one of the more defining differences of the mega yacht to other vessels on the seas is the standard to which they are built. As these ships are exceptionally large and because many such boats are used for commercial purposes, the mega yachts are typically designed to commercial standards rather than to the standards of the boats which are 40’ and below. These boats, when purchased for private owners, undergo scrupulous testing by both the contracting party, the manufacturer, and various insuring parties.

Cost to purchase

The cost to purchase a mega yacht can range from 2 to 3 million dollars for a smaller vessel of 60 to 80 feet up to 700 million for the larger mega yachts. Keep in mind that the materials such as marble add to the overall cost as does the motor configurations within the yacht. As mega yachts require substantial inboard motor power, those seeking ownership of a mega yacht should evaluate the various power options, electronics, and navigation features available. Remember, you are investing in the highest of leisure and recreational vessels available. Ensure that the features you want on the yacht are present, if not, you may be able to have such installed or have the existing features optimized to meet your demands.

Beyond the purchase

Unlike the smaller yachts, a factor which cannot be overlooked when deciding on your mega-yacht for sale is the cost to crew the vessel. With smaller yachts you may get by with taking this into account after the purchase (it is not advised, but it is not a critical point in most cases). However, with a mega yacht, the amount of men and women needed to maintain and navigate the vessel will be substantial. You should have a crew in mind before purchasing. If you do not know where to begin with crewing your mega yacht, seek a yacht brokers help.

Where to find mega yachts for sale

If you are seeking a mega yacht for sale and wish to find the best yachts on the market from the best listers, then consider using a yacht broker. Vessel Vendor offers services to help you find the right yacht for your nautical needs. With information not only on the purchase of such a vessel but supporting content to help you determine the best features, model, manufacturer, as well as information on crew and maintaining your yacht, we are confident that you will find everything you need to know with us.

Are you looking to sell your mega yacht? Vessel Vendor would love to hear from you. We specialize in pairing qualified buyers with listers as well as maximizing exposure of your listing with reputable dealerships and yacht vendors.

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