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2000 Little Harbor WhisperJet 44

Naples, FL, US 44 ft · 13.58 ft' beam
Asking
$399,000
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The 2000 Little Harbor WhisperJet 44 represents a distinctive chapter in American yacht manufacturing—one of the final models produced before Hinkley's acquisition of the Little Harbor brand, and notably, one of the only full-window configurations ever built in the WhisperJet series. Named *Odyssey*, this 44-foot express cruiser combines the platform's signature deep-V hull design with a thoughtful ownership history and a comprehensive recent upgrade program that positions it as a genuinely capable cruising vessel.

Hull, Performance & Propulsion

The WhisperJet 44's design centers on a modern deep-V hull form with a distinctive twin-chine configuration, engineered specifically for jet-drive propulsion. That twin-chine geometry serves multiple purposes: it narrows the waterline beam to optimize fuel economy and performance, maximizes interior volume for accommodations, and eliminates the wave slap that plagues many anchored vessels. With a 17-degree dead rise at the transom and an aggressive bow overhang, the hull delivers the classic Little Harbor profile while maintaining a low-profile deck footprint.

Power comes from a pair of 2022 Yanmar 6LY440 diesel engines with just 66 hours of operation. These are genuinely efficient, purpose-built marine powerplants that deliver fuel-conscious cruising with substantial range—the 520-gallon fuel capacity supports extended voyages. Hamilton Marine jet drives eliminate the need for external shafts, props, and rudders, which means dramatically reduced running vibration, the ability to traverse floating hazards without fouling, and a shallow 2.08-foot draft that opens up gunkholing opportunities unavailable to conventional deep-draft cruisers. Twin jet configuration provides superior maneuverability in confined waters.

Vessel control has been modernized with new Glendinning Controls and a joystick docking system, transforming what could be a complex twin-jet operation into intuitive, single-hand maneuvering. A Vetus bow thruster adds additional station-keeping capability.

Systems & Comfort

Climate control spans multiple zones via FX-1 Digital Comfort Controls, ensuring consistent comfort throughout the vessel regardless of weather or season. A Northern Lights generator provides independent electrical power for extended cruising and onboard systems. The engine compartment is carefully soundproofed, keeping the raised salon quiet and comfortable even at cruising speeds.

Fresh water capacity is 164 gallons, supported by Magnum Energy charging systems. A Maxwell windlass handles ground tackle, while a Fireboy 2 fire suppression system provides safety redundancy.

Electronics & Navigation

The electronics suite reflects modern cruising standards. Garmin GPS 7616 with integrated sonar and GPS provides core navigation; a Garmin xHD2 Open Array Radar offers weather and target detection. An Azimuth 1000 digital compass, B&G V50 VHF, Standard Horizon hailer, and Shakespeare antennae complete the communication and navigation package. Fusion IP-600 stereo with Alpine speakers and a GE microwave support onboard entertainment and galley function.

Interior & Accommodations

The interior showcases solid American Cherry trim with padded, removable overhead panels. Cabin soles are varnished teak and holly. The owner's stateroom forward features a large U-berth configured with two 36-inch-wide berths that convert to a double with the included filler cushion—a meaningful step up from the narrow V-berth typical of vessels this size. A private owner's head and shower

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This is not your average WhisperJet! From its initial design, to its recent upgrades this is a vessel that will be sure to impress and deliver. It is extremely unique and is one of the only known full window boats built. This is one of the last Little Harbor boats built before Hinkley bought them out. 'Odyssey' is a beautiful vessel with a Flag blue hull and a gold leaf inlay. She gets professionally detailed and kept in great shape. Brand new digital Yanmar engines mean you will have very fuel efficient cruising with a lot of range. New Glendinning Controls to make operation a breeze, while Docking is simple with its joystick system. There is tons of room on board and it offers ample seating and lots of privacy. The large master offers a bed with a filler cushion. There is also a couch down below that converts into good size bunk beds. The galley is large with all the amenities to cook and entertain. Enjoy staying Comfy throughout the vessel with multiple zones of heat/AC. Maintenance has been paramount on this vessel and it is ready for some new adventures. Notable Features 2022 Yanmar 6LY440 with 66 Hours Glendinning Controls with Joystick Northern Lights Generator Hamilton Marine Jet Drives Vetus Bow Thruster New Softgoods and Eisenglass Full windows FX-1 Digital Comfort Controls Heat/AC Stidd Helm Chair Davit for Dingy Fireboy 2 Large Grunert Refrigeration/Freezer storage Electronics Garmin GPS 7616 Sonar/GPS/Radar Garmin xHD2 Open Array Radar B&G V50 VHF Standard Horizon Hailer Fusion IP-600 Stereo Alpine Speakers GE Microwave Force ID Cooktop Azimuth 1000 Digital Compass Magnum Energy Charging Maxwell Windlass Shakespeare Antennae Sea Watch Reach out today to view this beautiful vessel. It is ready to go and all upgrades have been done so you can enjoy more time on the water. The WhisperJet Series features a modern deep-V hull form (designed specifically for jet drives) with an innovative twin chine configuration that minimizes waterline beam for performance and fuel economy and maximizes interior volume for accommodations. In addition, the twin chine eliminates annoying "wave slap" common to many boats while at rest. Dead rise angle is 17 degrees at the transom. Each model has a classic hull profile with an aggressive bow overhang and low-profile deck configuration. All models are available as an express cruiser with an open mid-deck area protected by a removable soft top. A focal point of all models is the large and comfortable cockpit salon featuring an L-shaped settee with casual seating for four and optional deck chairs that can be arranged to accommodate six for dining. The helm area has been designed to position all instruments and controls at their optimal location in relation to the helmsman. Electronics enclosures have been sized to handle the larger and more sophisticated computer based charting systems that are fast becoming the backbone of modern power boat navigation. A work area is located across from the helm so traditional charts can be used and space has been provided for electronics repeaters of key navigational data. The interior accommodations are both straightforward and commodious. The owner's stateroom forward includes a large U-berth (as opposed to the typical narrow V-berth) with two 36-inch wide berths that can be converted into a double with a filler piece. As an option for the Little Harbor WhisperJet 44, the owner may select a king-size centerline berth layout. There is a large hanging locker and numerous drawers and storage lockers. A private owner's head and shower is located on one side. Further aft, the layouts feature a large galley to port with cold-plate refrigerator and freezer, propane stove and abundant storage lockers. Depending on the overall length, several alternate plans are available with additional staterooms, heads and a U-shaped dinette. Owners may also specify a "galley-up" interior layout to retain more interior accommodations as shown on some of the layout plans. The elegant yet functional interior features solid American Cherry trim. The overhead panels are covered with padded fabric and are completely removable. Main bulkhead surfaces are Formica, drawers are solid cherry, and locker doors are Formica with cherry trim. Doors and drawers feature Kroon flush positive-lock latches and roller bearing drawer slides. Cabin soles are varnished teak and holly. As an option, owners may specify cherry throughout the interior. The main engines are surrounded by a carefully engineered, soundproofed compartment, making the raised salon a comfortable, quiet place while underway, even at high speeds. The water jet system is located well aft for easy access via hatches through the aft deck. On the Little Harbor WhisperJet 44, a large stowage area is easily accessible through sole hatches forward of the engine compartment (below the raised salon). The water jet configuration eliminates the need for external shafts, props, and rudders, thereby removing a substantial amount of running vibration and allowing one to virtually run right over floating hazards - such as trap buoys - without fouling. The resulting shallow draft also allows one to safely gunkhole shallow waters off-limits to most boats of this size. As a final benefit, the water jet provides superior maneuverability in tight quarters utilizing twin jet configurations. The hull and deck are built of molded fiberglass using Vinylester resin and foam core. The hull lamination is further reinforced with a Kevlar hybrid to increase collision strength and add stiffness. All fuel tanks are welded aluminum. Structural bulkheads are cored fiberglass bonded to hull and deck. All deck hardware is polished stainless steel. The deck - hull joint features a low maintenance molded rail with optional teak cap that can be varnished or oiled. Decks and cabin tops can be finished with contrasting non-skid. A molded rubrail with stainless striker is provided.

2000 Little Harbor WhisperJet 44 – Jet-Drive Express Cruiser with Full Windows and Yanmar Power in Naples
Overview
The 2000 Little Harbor WhisperJet 44 represents a distinctive chapter in American yacht design, built during the final years before Hinkley Company acquired Little Harbor's manufacturing operations. Registered as *Odyssey*, this 44-foot express cruiser stands apart as one of the few full-window WhisperJet models constructed, a rarity that reflects both the builder's design versatility and the original owner's commitment to maximizing natural light and sightlines throughout the vessel. Finished in Flag blue hull with gold leaf inlay detailing, the yacht combines Little Harbor's signature deep-V jet-drive hull form with modern propulsion and control systems installed over recent years, positioning it as a capable cruising platform with significantly upgraded mechanical and navigational infrastructure. The WhisperJet 44 category—a modern express cruiser designed specifically around jet propulsion—offers advantages that appeal to owners seeking shallow-draft capability, minimal underwater exposure, and the quiet, vibration-free operation characteristic of water-jet systems. At 44 feet in length with a 13.58-foot beam and 2.08-foot draft, the yacht achieves the design intent of maximizing interior volume while maintaining the shallow draft that permits gunkholing and operation in waters that would ground conventional shaft-drive vessels. The full-window configuration on this example further distinguishes it, transforming the raised salon into a light-filled, visually connected space that enhances both cruising comfort and the sense of connection to the surrounding water and sky.
Hull Design and Construction
Little Harbor engineered the WhisperJet series around a modern deep-V hull form paired with an innovative twin chine configuration. This twin chine design serves multiple purposes: it minimizes waterline beam to support fuel-efficient performance, maximizes interior volume for accommodations, and eliminates the annoying wave slap common to many vessels at rest. The 17-degree dead rise angle at the transom, combined with the aggressive bow overhang and low-profile deck configuration, establishes a classic hull profile optimized for jet-drive propulsion and seaworthy behavior across a range of conditions. Construction throughout reflects Little Harbor's commitment to durability and structural integrity. The hull and deck employ molded fiberglass with Vinylester resin and foam-core lamination, further reinforced with Kevlar hybrid layup to increase collision strength and overall stiffness. Fuel tanks are welded aluminum, and structural bulkheads consist of cored fiberglass bonded to hull and deck. All deck hardware is polished stainless steel, while the deck-hull joint features a low-maintenance molded rail with optional teak cap. The rubrail incorporates stainless steel striker hardware. This construction approach prioritizes long-term structural reliability and minimal maintenance exposure to corrosion or deterioration.
Power and Propulsion
The yacht is equipped with brand-new 2022 Yanmar 6LY440 diesel engines, a significant recent upgrade that transforms the vessel's operational capability. The Yanmar 6LY440 series represents modern, fuel-efficient marine diesel engineering, delivering the power required for express cruising while maintaining the economy and range essential for extended offshore operation. With only 66 hours on the engines, this machinery upgrade ensures that the owner benefits from current-generation reliability, emissions performance, and fuel consumption characteristics without the uncertainty associated with older powerplants. Propulsion is delivered through Hamilton Marine Jet Drives, a configuration that eliminates external shafts, propellers, and rudders—thereby removing substantial running vibration and permitting the vessel to safely transit over floating hazards such as trap buoys without risk of fouling. The shallow 2.08-foot draft enabled by jet propulsion is a defining advantage, allowing the WhisperJet 44 to access shallow waters and anchorages off-limits to conventional deep-draft cruising yachts of comparable size. The water jet system is positioned well aft for straightforward access via hatches through the aft deck, a design consideration that simplifies maintenance and inspection. Twin jet configuration provides superior maneuverability in tight quarters and at docking, a capability further enhanced by the Glendinning Controls joystick system installed aboard.
Helm, Controls, and Navigation Electronics
The helm area on the WhisperJet 44 has been engineered to position all instruments and controls at optimal locations relative to the helmsman, supporting intuitive operation and reduced fatigue during extended cruising. New Glendinning Controls with joystick integration transform docking and low-speed maneuvering into straightforward single-lever operations, a substantial quality-of-life improvement for single-handed or two-person operation. Electronics infrastructure is comprehensive and modern. The Garmin GPS 7616 Sonar/GPS/Radar system serves as the primary navigation and fish-finding platform, while the Garmin xHD2 Open Array Radar provides high-definition imaging for weather and obstacle detection. The B&G V50 VHF radio ensures reliable communication, supplemented by a Standard Horizon Hailer for amplified hailing and emergency announcements. Navigation is further supported by an Azimuth 1000 Digital Compass and Shakespeare antennae package. Entertainment and communication systems include a Fusion IP-600 stereo with Alpine speakers, providing quality audio throughout the vessel. The electronics enclosures have been sized to accommodate larger, more sophisticated computer-based charting systems—a forward-thinking design choice that reflects the modern backbone of power-boat navigation and ensures the electronics suite can be expanded or upgraded without space constraints. A dedicated work area is positioned across from the helm, providing space for traditional paper chart use and accommodating electronics repeaters for key navigational data. This hybrid approach—combining digital and traditional charting methods—supports navigation redundancy and captain preference.
Cabin Accommodations and Interior Layout
The WhisperJet 44's interior accommodations are both straightforward and commodious, reflecting Little Harbor's design philosophy of maximizing usable space and livability. The owner's stateroom forward features a large U-berth configuration—a departure from the typical narrow V-berth common to many yachts of this size. The forward berth comprises two 36-inch-wide berths that can be converted into a double with a filler cushion, providing flexibility for couples or solo cruising. The master stateroom includes substantial hanging locker space, numerous drawers, and storage lockers, along with a private owner's head and shower facility. The raised salon features an L-shaped settee with casual seating for four, supplemented by optional deck chairs that can be arranged to accommodate six for dining. The full-window configuration on this specific vessel transforms the salon into an exceptionally bright, visually connected space—a defining characteristic that distinguishes *Odyssey* from standard WhisperJet models. Large Grunert refrigeration and freezer storage is integrated into the galley, supporting extended cruising provisioning. The galley itself is positioned to port, featuring a force-ID cooktop and ample storage lockers throughout, with room for both food preparation and entertaining. A convertible dinette/bunk area is located aft of the main accommodations, providing additional sleeping berths for guests or crew. The interior joinery features solid American Cherry trim throughout, with padded fabric-covered overhead panels that are completely removable for access and cleaning. Main bulkhead surfaces are Formica, drawers are solid cherry, and locker doors combine Formica with cherry trim. Doors and drawers feature Kroon flush positive-lock latches and roller bearing drawer slides, ensuring secure closure and smooth operation underway. Cabin soles are finished in varnished teak and holly, establishing a traditional, elegant aesthetic that complements the yacht's classic hull profile.
Climate Control and Comfort Systems
Multiple zones of heat and air conditioning throughout the vessel ensure comfort across all seasons and cruising regions. The FX-1 Digital Comfort Controls system manages temperature and climate distribution, allowing precise adjustment by zone or room. A Northern Lights generator provides electrical power for air conditioning, galley appliances, and hotel loads during anchoring or when cruising under reduced engine power. The Magnum Energy charging system maintains battery banks and manages DC power distribution throughout the vessel. The raised salon's sound-proofed engine compartment—carefully engineered to isolate vibration and noise—makes the main living space comfortable and quiet even at cruising speed, a substantial quality-of-life feature during extended passages.
Additional Features and Systems
A Vetus bow thruster enhances low-speed maneuvering and docking capability, working in concert with the twin jet propulsion system to provide responsive handling in confined spaces. A Maxwell windlass with Shakespeare antennae supports anchor handling and deployment. New softgoods and Eisenglass have been recently installed, indicating attention to exterior exposure items and weather sealing. A Stidd
Length
44 ft
Beam
13.58 ft'
Year
2000
Builder
Little Harbor
Model
WhisperJet 44

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