An outstanding addition to the most highly regarded line-up of performance sportfishing boats in the world, the Cabo 48 brings a superb layout which allows for three spacious staterooms and two heads. Indeed, the 48's design stems directly from feedback and requests from Cabo owners. What's more, the first three hulls were sold to customers who wanted a boat with three staterooms , but only if it had the Cabo name and everything that came with it. It speaks volumes that Cabo yachts are held in such high regard that customers return asking for boats that Cabo hasn't made yet simply because these sportsmen won't buy from any other builder. Customer loyalty and trust in Cabo quality? You bet!
A true sportfishing machine
What else you can count on is the same outstanding performance and handling characteristics as the 48's forerunner, the Cabo 47 Flybridge.
Step into the cockpit and it's immediately apparent why she's the perfect platform for fishing or cruising with friends or family. The cockpit is large with room for multiple anglers to maneuver their fish to the corners. The attention to detail is evidence that Cabo has listened well to the needs of tournament anglers.
The placement of essentials like bait freezers, livewells, drawers for rigging tools, cabinets for gaff and bait nets - all are well thought out by experienced blue water anglers. Twin fish boxes are molded into the cockpit sole and equipped with in-line macerators, full length piano hinges, gas struts and rubber gaskets.
Padded bolsters ring the cockpit for extra comfort and security when using a standup rig.
Lures and rigging equipment are easily organized in drawers at the rigging station, which includes a prep sink, bait chest and optional bait freezer.
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Port and starboard cabinets running nearly the length of the cockpit provide additional storage. The livewell, located in the transom to minimize intrusion into valuable cockpit space, features a waist height opening and is lit for nighttime use.
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Life aboard
When the last fish is in the box and the next item on the agenda is how best to cook the catch that was put on ice only hours ago, there couldn't be a better choice than the Cabo 48.
Appointments, materials and craftsmanship are on par with those of the finest custom yachts. Starboard side dining table and portside settee mean space for all to spread out. Located midships, the galley will handle everything from fish tacos to gourmet fish dishes.
Moving forward from the salon to midship, you'll find the master stateroom with private head portside. A crew cabin with twin berths is located starboard. The guest stateroom and head are forward. Each of the Cabo 48's cabins feature abundant storage, cedar lined hanging lockers and fully opening drawers. Without a doubt, the Cabo 48 Flybridge is built for serious sportsmen who crave 5-star accommodations, a 40+ mph top speed* and a highly competitive 550+ mile range.
*-Speed and range figures may vary due to load and sea conditions.
Draft: 4 ft. 0 in.
Beam: 15 ft. 8 in.
Displacement: 45000
Fuel tank capacity: 1020
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
Core-cell core from chine to sheer, vacuum-bagged
Hull, inside finished white
Molded fiberglass construction using premium vinylester resins and biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement; ISO/NPG gelcoat finish
Solid fiberglass bottom construction
Stainless steel rub strip on face of white high-density PVC rub rail
Trim tabs, fully recessed
Deck
Anchor roller assembly, custom, recessed, stainless steel
Bow cleats, 12" stainless steel
Bow pulpit, integral molded fiberglass
Custom deck rails, aluminum, East Coast-style
Deck surface, molded-in, non-skid
Molded fiberglass using polyester resin, biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement and vacuum-bagged Core-cell and
Baltec construction
Molded-in white gelcoat finish
Spring line cleats (4), custom
Stern cleats, 12" stainless steel
Stern hawse pipes, stainless steel
Windlass, heavy-duty, DC electric, remote at bridge and deck switches
Cockpit
Access door to engine room with ladder from cockpit
Aluminum reinforcing plate installed for mounting fighting chair
Bait prep center, including sink, rigging board and tackle storage, fitted with custom lid, gas spring, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch
Bait tank, 48-gallons, molded into transom
Courtesy lighting under gunwales and flybridge overhang
Fish boxes (2), large capacity, insulated, macerator pump-out system
Gunwale padding, high-density foam, white vinyl covered
Hatches, lazarette and fish boxes, heavy-duty, gasketed seals, drains, gutters and full-length stainless steel
piano hinge and custom latch
Hose and pistol-grip nozzle
Icebox, fitted with custom gasketed lid, gas spring actuator, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch
Rod holders (5)
Scuppers, self-bailing
Storage, boxes under gunwale with gaff racks
Transom door with top gate, extreme-duty, polished stainless steel hardware
Washdowns, fresh-and saltwater
Flybridge
Bench seat, forward of console, cushions, storage and insulated drink box
Bridge ladder, safety rails to match deck rails, custom-welded with 5 rocket launchers
Compass, with light, flush-mounted
Configuration, tournament-style
Electronics console, custom-molded
Engine instrument panel, custom, electronic display, polished stainless steel
Fire and bilge water level alarms, audible
Helm and companion chairs, Blue Water, pedestal-mounted, adjustable
Helm wheel, stainless steel
Palm Beach pod, mounted, single lever electronic controls
Rocket launchers, bridge rail, (5)
Storage, lockers, forward
Storage, cabinet at helm
Switch panels, custom, stainless steel
Mechanical
Bilge, white gelcoat finish
Bilge pumps (5), four automatic/manual, one automatic
Double constant torque stainless steel clamps on engine exhaust hoses
Double hose clamps on all hose fittings, stainless steel
Dual engine room circulation fans, AC
Electric fuel priming pumps
Electronic controls, with trolling valves, engine synchronizer and backup
Emergency bilge pump on one engine
Engine alarm system
Engine room, white gelcoat finished
Engine room blowers (2), DC
Engine room sound insulation, high-density barrier/foam
Fire extinguishing system, automatic
Freshwater cooling, main engines
Freshwater hose bib
Freshwater pump, AC, with backup DC pump
Fuel filters, with water separators, main engines and generator, large capacity
Fuel lines, metal braided, fire-retardant
Fuel tank, fiberglass, fire-retardant
High water bilge alarms (3)
Holding tank, 28 gal., warning lights, macerator and dockside discharge
Mufflers, fiberglass, backwash surge tube
Oil change system, main engines, generator and transmission
Propeller shafts, double taper, couplers, high-strength stainless steel
Propellers, Nibral
Rudders, bronze, high-strength, high-load bearings (low friction, precise control)
Sea cocks, UL approved for marine application, bronze, fitted on all thru-hulls below waterline
Power steering
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
10-kW freshwater-cooled diesel generator with seawater strainer, remote start and digital panel, water lift muffler, safety shutdown system, sound enclosure
50' shore cord, Glendinning Cable Master, 220V, 50-amp
Battery charger, 50-amp, automatic, with thermal cut out
Battery on/off switches, vapor-proof
Bonded electrical system
Distribution panel, custom, AC electrical, with line voltage and load meter, reverse polarity light
Distribution panel, custom, DC electrical, with battery voltage and load meter
Electronic supply at helm, 24-V DC and 12-V DC at 50 amps
Horn, dual air trumpet
Lights, engine room, AC and DC
Lights, interior, AC and DC
Lights, navigation, international, uninstalled for future mounting on arch, hardtop or tower
Receptacles, GFI protected throughout boat
Telephone shore connection with (1) outlet, salon
TV system, cable ready; installed cable connection
Washer/dryer combination unit
Main Cabin
AC duplex outlet/GFI protected
Access hatch to below deck equipment
Air conditioning/heating, 16,000 BTU, dual zone
Bose Lifestyle 38® surround sound stereo system, AM/FM/CD/DVD
TV, flat screen
Carpet, removable, deep-pile
Dining table, teak with birdseye maple inlay
Entertainment center, built-in for TV
Fabrics and coverings, fine selection throughout
Icemaker, cabinet in salon
Interior wood, teak, satin finish
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lighting, recessed halogen
Lighting, indirect, AC/DC
Mini-blinds, custom, throughout
Salon windows, fixed, tinted
Settee, starboard
Settee, port
Galley
AC duplex outlet/GFI protected
Cook top, ceramic, two-burner, recessed with Corian® cover
Corian® countertop with custom Corian® sea rails
Refrigerator/Freezer, Sub-Zero®, 2 drawers, AC
Garbage disposal
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Microwave/convection oven
Storage, compartments and drawers throughout
Storage, under-galley compartment
Undercabinet lighting, recessed halogen, AC
Ventilation fan
Water guage
Master Stateroom
AC duplex outlet with clock/GFI protected
Adjoining private head with shower stall
Air conditioning/heating controls
Berth, double, island style, 5" mattress, bunkcover, shams
Carpet
End tables (2), with lamps
Headliner, vinyl
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lighting, recessed halogen
Lighting, reading, DC
Locker, hanging, cedar-lined
Stereo, AM/FM/CD/DVD system, DC
TV, flat screen
Storage, under berth, accessed through gas-assisted lift
Master Head Compartment
AC duplex outlet/GFI protected
Corian® countertop
Exhaust fan
Head, Sealand Vacuflush, electric
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lighting, recessed halogen
Lighting, vanity
Shower stall, separate, automatic sump pump
Toiletry storage cabinet, Corian®-framed with mirror doors
Towel rack
Vanity, with storage cabinet
Forward Stateroom
AC duplex outlet/GFI protected
Access to anchor rope/chain locker
Adjoining private head with shower stall
Air conditioning/ heat controls
Berth, double, 5" mattress, bunkcovers
Foredeck hatch with retractable shade
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lighting, recessed halogen, AC and DC
Lighting, reading, DC
Storage, locker, hanging, cedar-lined, port and starboard
Storage, compartments and drawers below berth
Storage, rod lockers
Head Compartment/ Guest
AC duplex outlet/GFI protected
Corian® countertop
Head, Sealand Vacuflush, electric
Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
Lighting, recessed halogen, AC and DC
Lighting, vanity
Shower stall, automatic sump pump
Toiletry storage cabinet, Corian®-framed with sliding mirror doors
Vanity, with storage cabinet
Aft Guest Stateroom
2 Single Berths, bunkcovers, shams
Carpet
Lighting, recessed halogen, AC and DC
Lighting, reading, DC
Storage, locker, hanging, cedar-lined
Storage, drawers beneath berth
Safety Equipment
Anchor, 25' chain, 250' rode, life jackets, throwable P.F.D., fire extinguisher, docklines, fenders, distress signaling device, flashlight, emergency horn, first aid kit, bell
