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Explore the 2025 Contender 44 ST, a remarkable vessel designed for both fishing enthusiasts and those seeking luxurious comfort on the water. Measuring 43.83 feet in length with a 12-foot beam, this yacht is built for performance and stability. Its double-stepped hull with reverse chines ensures superior seakeeping and speed, while the Seakeeper 3 stabilization system enhances onboard comfort. Located in Lighthouse Point, FL, this yacht offers a choice between triple or quad Yamaha outboards, delivering up to 2,000 horsepower for an exhilarating experience. The boat’s fuel capacity of 600 gallons, with an optional extra 100 gallons, ensures extended journeys, and the 70-gallon water capacity supports longer stays at sea.
The Contender 44 ST is thoughtfully equipped for serious anglers, featuring over 100 square feet of cockpit space that can accommodate up to nine anglers. It boasts multiple live wells totaling 220 gallons, a 340-gallon forward fish box, and two 110-gallon aft fish boxes, making it a formidable fishing platform. The vessel is outfitted with a variety of rod holders, a Gemlux outrigger system, and a walk-through transom with a tackle station for enhanced fishing capability. Comfort and convenience are prioritized with triple ladder-back helm seats trimmed in teak, a forward anchor locker with ample storage, and a T-top hard top with flush mount LED lighting. The advanced Garmin electronics package, featuring two 24-inch MFDs, ensures state-of-the-art navigation and communication. Premium construction elements, such as a powder coating package, custom aluminum bow handrail, and underwater lighting, add to the yacht’s appeal, making it a compelling choice for those seeking both adventure and relaxation on the open water.
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Basic Information:
- Price: 1,100,000.00 USD
- Length: 43.83 ft
- Year: 2025
- Make: Contender
- Model: 44 ST
Technical Specifications:
- Beam: 12 ft
- Draft: N/A
- Fuel Capacity: 600|gallon
- Water Capacity: 70|gallon
- Cruising Speed: N/A
- Maximum Speed: 62.57 kn
Engine Details:
- Make: Yamaha – Model: F350 – Power: 350|horsepower
- Make: Yamaha – Model: F350 – Power: 350|horsepower
- Make: Yamaha – Model: F350 – Power: 350|horsepower
- Make: Yamaha – Model: F350 – Power: 350|horsepower
Location:
Lighthouse Point, FL, US
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What makes the 2025 Contender 44 ST a top choice for serious anglers?
The 2025 Contender 44 ST is engineered for serious fishing enthusiasts with its massive 100+ sq. ft. cockpit that can accommodate up to 9 anglers. It features multiple live wells totaling 220 gallons, a 340-gallon forward fish box, and two 110-gallon aft fish boxes for plentiful catch storage. The advanced fishing capabilities are further enhanced by the walk-through transom, tackle station, and diverse rod holders, while the Gemlux outrigger system and state-of-the-art Garmin electronics package ensure you have every advantage in a competitive angling environment.
How does the Seakeeper 3 stabilization system benefit the Contender 44 ST?
The Seakeeper 3 stabilization system significantly enhances onboard comfort by minimizing boat roll, which can be crucial for longer trips or during rough sea conditions. This ensures a smoother and more enjoyable experience for everyone on board, whether you’re focused on sport fishing or just out for a leisurely cruise.
What are the customization options for the engine configuration on the Contender 44 ST?
The Contender 44 ST offers flexible engine configurations with the option to choose either triple or quad Yamaha outboards, providing a powerful maximum horsepower of up to 2,000 HP. This allows owners to tailor the performance to their specific needs, whether that’s maximizing speed or optimizing fuel efficiency for longer journeys.
How does the double-stepped hull design enhance the performance of the Contender 44 ST?
The Contender 44 ST features a double-stepped hull with reverse chines, designed to improve seakeeping and speed. This hull design reduces drag, enhancing fuel efficiency while maintaining stability and providing a smoother ride. Anglers and sailors alike will appreciate the reduced resistance which allows for quicker planing and an overall better performance in various sea conditions.
What advanced electronics come with the Contender 44 ST?
Equipped with an advanced Garmin electronics package, the Contender 44 ST includes dual 24” multifunction displays for superior navigation, fish tracking, and vessel control. These high-tech tools provide crucial information at a glance, making it easier to navigate complex waters and track fish efficiently, whether for competitive fishing or recreational boating.
Provided Description:
As Contender’s flagship and largest boat to date, the 44ST excels in performance, quality, fishability, and reliability. The 44ST is designed and engineered for speed and bluewater competitive sport fishing with a proven double-stepped hull and reverse chines perfectly balanced for the soft, dry ride and seakeeping ability Contender is renowned for. With a 44 ft. length and 12 ft. beam, weighing 19,600 lbs., and configured with triple or quad Yamaha outboards (up to 2000 hp), the 44ST is powerful and stable for running in all sea conditions, safely and faster than other center consoles in her class. It offers a stable platform for the gap tower to see fish comfortably. Among the 44ST’s innovative features are the port and starboard forward seats recessed under the gunnel caps to keep the forward deck space open for fishing. A large lounge seat with three large storage compartments is forward of the center console, providing a comfortable relaxation and sunning area. The console interior features a freshwater head and sink and electrical panels. Large in-deck storage compartments stow gear to the Bahamas or Atlantic Canyons for longer runs. The helm console features a curved strataglass windshield with unobstructed views and a spacious dash for two 24” Garmin MFDs. Triple ladder-back helm seats with teak trim add to the 44ST’s sportfish yacht styling, and a spectacular tackle station behind the helm seats allows tackle changes from the cockpit. Outfitted for a range of recreational or competitive fishing styles or customized to an owner’s specific style, the vast cockpit is over 100 sq. ft. to accommodate a crew of 8-9 anglers easily. Features include multiple live wells totaling 220 gallons for live bait fishing, walk-through transom, rod holders, outriggers, and more.
Manufacturer Provided DescriptionWith a beam of over twelve feet, length of 44 feet, 600 gallons of fuel capacity, and a 2,000 max HP rating, the 44ST is certain to deliver on the promise of “performance through innovation.” Powered with triple or quad engine configurations, the boat excels in speed, performance, and reliability. Standard Equipment Forward Anchor Locker with Storage 70-Gallon Water Capacity 340-Gallon Forward Fish Box 315-Gallon Forward Storage (2) 10′ Rod Lockers (2) 110 Gallon Aft Fish Boxes (2) 55 Gallon Transom Live wells 8″ Pop-Up Cleat Heavy Duty Bow Lifting Ring in Floor Peak Locker (2) Heavy Duty Stern Lifting Rings (2) 10″ Stern Cleats (2) 8″ Cleats with Hause Pipes – Midship (4) Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders Custom Aluminum Recessed Bow Handrail Vessel Equipment T-Top, Hard Top, Fiberglass Flush Mount LED Spreader Light Finger Grip Hand Rails on T-Top Outrigger Bases, Gemlux, Bluewater Outrigger Poles, Gemlux, 22′ Internal Powder Coating Package – White Aft Fish Box-Drain Overboard with Gulper Pump Valve for Each Box Coffin Box Forward Extra Large Coffin Box Positioned as Lounge on Console Electric Reel Outlet, 30 AMP (each) (6) Livewell, Clear Lid (each) (3) Rod Holders, Mate Series Cup/Rod Holders (4) Rod Holders, Swivel (each) (2) Fresh Water System Ladder, Garelick Built-In Transom – Starboard Side Shore Power, 30 AMP Including Battery Charger and Power Cord Under Gunnel Lighting….White/Blue Underwater Lights (Four), White/Blue Extra Fuel Capacity, 100 Gallons Steering Wheel, Brushed Stainless with Knob (Edson) Black Trim Tabs, Livorsi Model 1050 Stadium Seating, 44 Includes (front) triple pedestal mounted lebroc seats with footrests on fiberglass module, (rear) m-series leaning post bench seat, extended hard top and electric cooler slide Footrest, Folding, Aluminum for Leaning Post Fold Down Footrest on Fiberglass Pedestal Forward Seating, Bench with Cushions Rub Rail, White Grey Insert Cockpit Coaming Bolster Cushion Exterior Primary Color….Lite Gray Cushion Exterior Secondary Color (only on upholstery/stitching upgrade)….Mystic White 3rd Transom Cooler/Livewell Aegis Digital Battery Management System Electronics Package and Install (2) 9224 Garmin HDX3 12KW 4′ Sirius Radio Antenna GXM 54 Weather Antenna B275 HLW GSD28 (2) USB (2) USBC (2) ICOM 510 (2) 8′ Antenna Black Acrylic Panel from Teak Isle at the Helm M6 Titanium Sport Grills with LED Lights 10″ Sub (4) 12″ Sub (2) Bow FLIR Garmin Empirbus Digital Switching System Install Customer Supplied Quad 350 Yamahas Lumitec Razor Light Bar Rod Holder Rack Fixed on Both Sides of Coffin Box Powder Coat White Seakeeper 3 Teak Isle Black Acrylic Panel for Console
Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by United Yacht Sales – Florida Keys.
