~44 Hardtop Express
The 44 Express / Hardtop Express is a proven performer.
The Hardtop Expressâ (HTX) integrated three-sided
enclosure provides excellent protection from the
elements and improved visibility on the helm deck,
while the Express (EX) provides the open feeling and 360 degree visibility that traditional express owners enjoy. With either model,the 44âs well-appointed cockpit is designed to be tournamentready. Fish boxes, a tackle center, and bait well in the transom areall standard â and mezzanine seating offers greater storage spaceand a comfortable perch when watching the spread.This exciting express is designed to be the most fishable CABO ever. Its innovative design and interior accommodations continue to meet the demands of its core market â serious offshore anglers.
Draft: 3 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 16 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 800
Water tank capacity: 100
Standard features: Hull
Boot striping - choice of colors
Bottom paint, complete preparation - 2 coats
epoxy, 2 coats anti-fouling paint, black, standard
Molded fiberglass construction with superior
ISO/NPG exterior gelcoat finish and premium
resins; biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement;
solid fiberglass bottom construction; core
construction from chine to sheer (vacuum
bagged)
Stainless steel rub strip on face of white
high-density PVC rub rail
Trim tabs, fully recessed
Deck
Anchor roller assembly, recessed, custom
stainless steel
Forward mooring cleats (2), stainless steel
Spring line cleats (4), stainless steel
Stern cleats (2), stainless steel
Custom bow rails, aluminum
Bow pulpit, integral molded fiberglass
Stern hawse pipes, stainless steel
Deck surface, molded-in, non-skid
Molded fiberglass using polyester resin, biaxial
stitched fabric reinforcement and core
construction
Premium quality molded-in white gelcoat
exterior finish
Windlass, heavy-duty, DC electric, remote at
helm and deck switches
Windshield washers (3), freshwater-supplied
Windshield wipers (3), self-parking with
pantograph arms, intermittent and separate
controls.
Cockpit
Aluminum reinforcing plate installed for
mounting fighting chair
Bait and tackle center with storage, gas spring,
full-length stainless steel piano hinge and
custom latch
Bait tank, 56 gallons, molded into transom with
large overboard drain and LED lighting
Courtesy lighting under gunwales
Mezzanine with integrated storage
Fish boxes (2), large capacity, insulated,
macerator pump-out system
Hose and pistol-grip nozzle
Gunwale padding, high-density foam, white vinyl
covered
Icebox, fitted with gasketed lid, gas spring
actuator, full-length stainless steel piano hinge
and custom latch
Hatches, lazarette and fish boxes, heavy-duty,
gasketed, drains, gutters, full-length stainless
steel piano hinge and custom latch
Rod holders (4)
Scuppers, self-bailing
Transom door with top gate, extreme duty,
polished stainless steel hardware
Washdown, freshwater
Washdown, saltwater
Insulated drink storage box
Door to engine room with ladder from cockpit
Helm Deck
Companion seat, mounted on starboard cabinet
Companionway door, sliding, opaque with white
acrylic
Helm console, integrally molded
Helm seat, adjustable, with vinyl-covered
high-density foam cushions, pedestal-mounted
L-shape lounge, with lockable storage beneath
Tackle center with drawers for gear storage and
organization
Helm Console
Console cover, canvas
Compass, with light, flush-mounted
Helm wheel, stainless steel
Fire and bilge high water level alarms, audible
Engine instrument panel, custom, with audible
warning system and hour meters
Palm Beach pod, mounted, single lever
electronic controls
Switch panels, custom, stainless steel
Integrated Hardtop (HTX only)
Tri-color LED lighting
Ventilation hatch
Recessed electric teaser real mount
Rod storage locker
LED spreader light
Vented windows, port and starboard
Mechanical
Bilge, white gelcoat finish
Bilge pumps (5), three automatic/manual, two
automatic
Double constant torque stainless steel clamps
on engine exhaust hoses
Double hose clamps on all hose fittings,
stainless steel
Electronic controls with trolling valves, engine
synchronizer and back up controls
Electric fuel priming pumps
Emergency bilge pump diverter valve on one
main engine
Engine alarm system
Engine room liner, white gelcoat finished
Engine room blowers (2), DC
Engine room ventilation fan, AC
Fire extinguishing system, manual/automatic
Freshwater cooling, on main engines
Freshwater pump, DC
Fuel filters with water separators on main
engines and generator, large capacity
Fuel lines, metal braided, fire-retardant
Fuel tanks, fiberglass, constructed with
fire-retardant resin and coated with
fire-retardant paint
High water bilge alarms (3)
Holding tank, 43-gallon, with monitor,
macerator and dockside discharge
Mufflers, fiberglass with backwash
surge tube
Propeller shafts, double taper, couplers,
high-strength stainless steel
Propellers, 4-blade Nibral
Power steering
Rudders, bronze, high-strength, with high load
bearings (low friction, precise control)
Sea cocks, UL approved for marine application
bronze, fitted on all thru-hulls below waterline
Stuffing boxes, drip-less lip seal type
Water heater, 11-gallon, AC, stainless steel
Water intake scoops, bronze, high-speed, with
integral seawater strainers
Electrical
11.5 - kW freshwater-cooled diesel generator
with seawater strainer, remote start and digital
panel, water lift muffler, safety shutdown
system, sound enclosure
50â shore power cord with retractable
Glendinning Cable Master, 120/240V, 50-amp
Battery charger, automatic with thermal cut out
Battery on/off switches, vapor-proof
Battery paralleling, automatic, with manual
switch at helm
Bonding system with transom zinc plate
Circuit breaker protection throughout
Distribution panel, AC/DC, with line voltage,
load meter, and reverse polarity light
Horn, dual air trumpet
Lights, engine room, AC and DC
Lights, interior, DC LED
Lights, navigation, international
Receptacles, GFI protected, throughout
Batteries, heavy duty
Air conditioning / heating ,
AC, 18,000 BTU
Main Cabin
Access hatch to below deck equipment
Carpet, removable, deep-pile
Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade
Fabrics and coverings, fine selection throughout
Interior wood, teak, satin finish
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lounge, convertible to double sleeper
TV, LED, flat screen
AM/FM/CD/DVD with 5.1 surroundsound
speakers
Skylight (2)
Galley
Cooktop, ceramic, two-burner, recessed with
solid-surface cover
Solid-surface countertop with sea rails
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Microwave/convection oven
Refrigerator/freezer, with pullout drawers
Sink, stainless steel
Storage compartments and drawers throughout
Undercabinet lighting, LED
Garbage disposal
Forward Stateroom
Berth, double, island-style, 5â mattress,
bunkcover
Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lockers, hanging, cedar-lined, port and starboard
Storage, compartments and drawers below berth
Storage, rod lockers (2), with horizontal rod racks
TV, LED, flat screen
Stereo AM/FM/CD/DVD with speakers (2)
Guest Stateroom
Wall-mounted mirror
Lighting, reading, DC
Berths (2), single with folding top berth for
additional space
Locker, hanging, cedar-lined
Rod storage under lower berth
Blanket locker
Skylight
Carpeting
Anglerâs Room (optional - in lieu of 2nd stateroom)
Tackle display case
Rod storage racks
Locker, hanging, cedar-lined
Pullman berth
Head Compartment
Solid-surface countertop with
undermount sink
Vanity with storage
Toiletry storage cabinet, framed
with mirror doors
Head, Sealand Vacuflush, electric
Latches, positive, cabinet doors
and drawers
Shower stall, automatic
shower sump pump
Exhaust blower
Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade
Holding tank monitoring system
Linen locker
Towel rack
Safety Equipment
Anchor, 25â chain, 250â rode, life jackets,
throwable P.F.D., fire extinguisher,
docklines, fenders, distress signaling
device, flashlight, emergency horn,
first aid kit and bell
