55' Viking Convertible

Barefoot is a 55′ Viking set to make its home as a part of the Hotshot Charters stable in the waters of Bermagui and Cairns this 2011 season.

The 54 Convertible is beautifully proportioned. The stem has an aggressive rake to cut through head seas effortlessly. At almost 18 feet, the beam allows for a massive foredeck to create ample room to mount a dinghy or flats skiff on the bow, while providing amazing accommodations below in the three staterooms and two heads. The house rises smoothly from the deck like an ice sculpture and pertinent details abound, like the engineroom vents, which casually mirror the salon windows. Overall, the 54’s profile is nothing less than stunning.

The cockpit is 160 square-foot and features a walk-through transom door with a lift gate. Stand-up anglers and crew will appreciate the rounded cockpit coamings when tangling with stubborn fish. Flush rod holders, recessed stainless-steel hawse pipes and cleats keep the cockpit clear for action.

Next to the fighting chair, the mezzanine pioneered by Viking offers the second best seat in the cockpit. The flying bridge overhang provides sun and spray protection and the cushioned seats are comfortable for watching baits and waiting out the fish. Beneath the seats there is tackle and gear stowage, a bait freezer and engineroom access. Nearby in the salon step, an insulated drink box means no one goes thirsty and no one need miss any of the action in the cockpit.

Air conditioning flows quietly throughout. In the saloon, an L-shaped lounge to starboard features stowage below, while a hi-lo teak cocktail table adds versatility. Above the dinette, a 37-inch flat screen television with surround sound is ideally situated to be viewed throughout the salon.

The three-stateroom two-head layout includes a master suite to port with a walk-around queen berth flanked with teak night stands and a credenza to port. A 19-inch flat screen television is mounted above a second credenza. A generously proportioned maple-lined hanging locker accommodates a sizeable wardrobe.

With standard power, the Viking 54 Convertible will have a cruise speed of 31 knots and with optional power will top out at speeds approaching 40 knots depending upon load, sea state and boat condition.

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