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2001 Maxum 4600 SCB

Port Clinton, OH, US 46.9 ft · 14.33 ft' beam 20.86 kn kn top
Asking
$234,900
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The 2001 Maxum 4600 SCB is a well-proportioned 46-foot sport cruiser built for extended cruising and comfortable overnight passage-making. With a beam of 14.33 feet and a shallow draft of 2.33 feet, this vessel balances seaworthiness with the ability to access shallow-water destinations—a practical advantage for Great Lakes and coastal cruising from her current Port Clinton, Ohio location.

Powered for reliable cruising at 17.38 knots and capable of 20.86 knots at full throttle, the 4600 SCB delivers the performance profile expected of a mid-sized sport cruiser of this era. The 418-gallon fuel capacity supports extended range, while the 100-gallon water tank ensures comfortable freshwater availability for multi-day trips.

Below deck, the layout prioritizes livability with two generously proportioned staterooms. The forward cabin features a queen-size berth with hanging lockers and dedicated stowage, while the mid-cabin offers a full-size berth. Both cabins include locking doors for privacy and security. The salon's convertible seating arrangement—a six-seat dinette with Ultraleather upholstery—transforms into additional sleeping accommodation, allowing the vessel to accommodate up to six guests when needed. Euro-style carpet runners throughout the salon add visual warmth and define the living spaces.

The galley is comprehensively equipped for provisioning and meal preparation, with full-size appliances and counter space typical of cruising-class motor yachts. Two fully molded fiberglass heads serve the accommodations; the master head includes an enclosed shower stall with integral tub, mirrored medicine cabinet, vanity, and exhaust fan, while the guest head features a separate shower configuration. Both heads are fitted with VacuFlush toilets, standard marine sanitation equipment for this class.

The optional equipment list reflects thoughtful upgrades for extended cruising and entertaining: a hardtop provides weather protection for the helm and forward deck; trim tabs enhance sea-keeping and fuel efficiency; a windlass simplifies anchor handling; fresh and raw water washdowns support deck maintenance and fishing operations; a wet bar extends entertainment capability; and a closed cooling system reduces corrosion risk in saltwater environments. Additional options including deck carpet, swim platform with ladder, seat and helm covers, flybridge enclosure, remote searchlight, shore water connection, central vacuum, and fire suppression system underscore the cruising-focused design philosophy.

The Maxum 4600 SCB represents a capable platform for owners seeking a mid-sized sport cruiser with genuine sleeping accommodations, reliable performance, and practical cruising systems—qualities that define the appeal of this class to serious boaters and extended-range cruising enthusiasts.

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At first glance the majesty of the Maxum 4600 SCB is apparent in her signature silhouette and cutting-edge architecture. Upon closer inspection, the finely engineered amenities and attention to detail are impeccable. Below, two generous staterooms, engineered for space efficiency, beckon. A luxurious queen-size forward berth and a full-size mid berth are complemented by hanging lockers, stowage cabinets, and locking doors. The two fully molded fiberglass heads boast VacuFlush toilets, enclosed shower stalls with a tub in the master, mirrored medicine cabinets, vanity, sink and exhaust fans. The 4600?s six-seat dinette brings a taste of luxury to entertaining with its rich and stain-resistant Ultraleather finish. Euro-style carpet runners add an extra touch of class to the salon area. And should the 4600 need extra sleeping accommodations, the salon seating converts into the mid cabin sleeping area for two into a space that will sleep six. An appetite for the very best is sated by an elegantly crafted galley comprised of all the amenities one would expect of a gourmet kitchen. Optional Equipment:-Deck Carpet-Swim Platform with Ladder-Wet Bar-Shore Water Connection-Fresh and Raw Water Washdowns-Windlass-Remote Searchlight-Hardtop-Seat and Helm Covers-Flybridge Enclosure-Two heads-Master head with tub-Guest head with separate Shower-Central Vacuum-Closed Cooling-Trim Tabs-Fire supression system

2001 Maxum 4600 SCB: A 46-Foot Cruising Yacht with Dual Staterooms and Full Entertaining Capability
Overview
The 2001 Maxum 4600 SCB represents a refined approach to mid-range cruising yacht design, combining a 46-foot 11-inch hull with a thoughtfully arranged interior that prioritizes both comfort and entertaining space. Built during Maxum's era of signature silhouette refinement, this vessel showcases the brand's commitment to engineered efficiency and attention to detail across its accommodations and salon layout. Measuring 14 feet 4 inches across the beam with a modest 2 feet 4 inches of draft, the 4600 SCB is engineered for coastal and inland waterway cruising while maintaining the shallow-draft capability valued by boaters operating in the Great Lakes region and similar protected waters. The 418-gallon fuel capacity paired with cruising speeds of approximately 17.4 knots and a maximum speed near 21 knots positions this yacht as a capable day-cruiser and overnight passage maker. The 100-gallon fresh water capacity supports extended dockside operation and extended cruising between water fill-ups. For boaters seeking a mid-sized vessel with serious sleeping accommodations, dual heads, and a galley designed for entertaining, the 4600 SCB delivers layout versatility rarely found in the 46-foot category.
Layout and Deck Design
The Maxum 4600 SCB's deck plan reflects a philosophy of maximizing usable entertaining and lounging space while maintaining clean sight lines from the helm. The signature silhouette visible from the bridge deck down to the waterline creates distinctive visual character, while the engineered architecture below supports a functional interior organization. Topside, the vessel features a six-seat dinette finished in rich, stain-resistant Ultraleather—a material choice that speaks to the designer's understanding of the entertaining lifestyle these yachts support. The salon seating arrangement is notable for its flexibility: the dinette and salon sofa can convert to create sleeping accommodations for up to six in the mid-cabin area, transforming the main living space into an additional sleeping zone when needed. Euro-style carpet runners throughout the salon add visual warmth and acoustic damping, enhancing the sense of refinement in the main entertaining area. The deck layout supports multiple entertainment configurations. A swim platform with integrated ladder provides water-access convenience, while optional equipment including a wet bar, shore water connection, and fresh and raw water washdowns enhance the hosting capabilities. For cruisers planning extended entertaining or family gatherings, these features allow the 4600 SCB to function as a floating entertaining platform without requiring constant returns to the dock.
Cabin and Interior Accommodations
Below deck, the 4600 SCB houses two generously proportioned staterooms engineered for efficient use of available volume. The forward stateroom features a queen-size berth, while the mid-cabin offers a full-size berth—a configuration that comfortably sleeps four adults in dedicated sleeping areas, with the option to convert the salon for additional guests. Storage and organization receive careful attention throughout. Hanging lockers in both staterooms, stowage cabinets, and locking doors ensure that personal items and provisions remain secure and accessible during cruising. This level of storage planning is particularly valuable on vessels where extended time away from the dock is planned. The 4600 SCB includes two fully molded fiberglass heads, a feature that distinguishes this yacht in its category. The master head incorporates a VacuFlush toilet, an enclosed shower stall with a tub, mirrored medicine cabinet, vanity, sink, and exhaust fan—essentially a full spa-like facility. The guest head is similarly equipped with its own VacuFlush toilet, separate enclosed shower stall, vanity, sink, and exhaust fan. This dual-head configuration eliminates the morning bottleneck common on smaller cruising yachts and provides genuine guest privacy and comfort. The galley is described as elegantly crafted and gourmet-equipped, supporting meal preparation for both casual entertaining and more formal dining. The integration of the galley with the dinette and salon creates an open entertaining flow, allowing the cook to remain part of social interaction while preparing food.
Helm and Comfort Features
While specific helm electronics are not detailed in the available information, the 4600 SCB's helm station is positioned to command clear sightlines of the deck and surrounding water. The optional hardtop provides weather protection for the helm operator during extended cruising, while optional seat and helm covers protect these critical areas during layup. Optional equipment including trim tabs supports precision maneuvering and comfort at cruise, helping the vessel maintain an optimal running attitude across varying sea states and load conditions. The optional windlass forward supports anchor handling on extended cruises, reducing the physical demand of ground tackle deployment. For night operation and docking maneuvers, an optional remote searchlight extends visibility and enhances safety during low-light conditions.
Power and Capability
The 4600 SCB's performance profile reflects its design as a cruising platform rather than a high-speed offshore vessel. Cruising speed of approximately 17.4 knots balances fuel efficiency with reasonable passage-making capability, while the maximum speed near 21 knots provides reserve performance for adverse conditions or time-sensitive transits. The 418-gallon fuel capacity supports extended coastal cruising at cruise speeds, with range sufficient for most Great Lakes and protected coastal operations. The shallow 2-foot-4-inch draft is a significant advantage for boaters operating in inland waterways, the Great Lakes, and shallow-draft cruising grounds where deeper-hulled vessels face limitations.
Climate Control and Systems
The optional closed cooling system supports reliable engine temperature management across varying ambient conditions, while optional central vacuum provides convenient interior cleaning. The optional fire suppression system addresses safety requirements for extended cruising and overnight operation. Air conditioning capability is essential for comfortable overnight cruising in warm seasons, and the 4600 SCB's interior volume supports effective climate control across the main cabin and stateroom areas.
Why This Yacht Merits Consideration
The 2001 Maxum 4600 SCB occupies a practical niche in the cruising yacht market: a 46-foot vessel with genuine dual stateroom accommodations, dual heads, and entertaining space that doesn't sacrifice sleeping comfort to achieve social areas. The flexible mid-cabin sleeping conversion means that the vessel can accommodate family groups or multiple couples without relegating guests to cramped quarters. The shallow draft is a particular asset for boaters based in or cruising the Great Lakes, where many competing 46-foot yachts draw significantly more water. The engineering-focused approach to storage, head facilities, and dinette design suggests a builder committed to practical cruising rather than showroom aesthetics. For buyers seeking a mid-sized cruising platform with two proper staterooms, dual heads, a galley suitable for entertaining, and the flexibility to convert the salon into additional sleeping space, the 4600 SCB presents a well-considered package. The available optional equipment list—including windlass, trim tabs, hardtop, and closed cooling—indicates that the vessel was designed with extended cruising in mind, and that many of these systems can be added or upgraded as needed. Located in Port Clinton, Ohio, this 2001 model represents an opportunity to acquire a purpose-built cruising platform with the accommodations and systems that support extended time away from home docks.
Length
46.9 ft
Beam
14.33 ft'
Year
2001
Builder
Maxum
Model
4600 SCB
Max speed
20.86 kn kn
What type of boat is the Maxum 4600 SCB and what is it designed for?
The Maxum 4600 SCB is a 46-foot sedan bridge cruiser built in 2001, designed as a comfortable offshore cruising and family entertainment vessel. The SCB designation refers to the sedan bridge configuration, which combines a full-beam salon on the main deck with an elevated helm station and flybridge area above, creating multiple entertaining and cruising zones. This layout makes it well-suited for extended coastal cruising, overnight passages, and entertaining guests while maintaining excellent visibility and operational control from multiple helm positions.
What are the engine specifications and cruising performance of this Maxum 4600?
The Maxum 4600 SCB delivers a cruising speed of 17.38 knots and a maximum speed of 20.86 knots, powered by twin diesel engines that provide the fuel efficiency and range needed for extended offshore cruising. With a 418-gallon fuel capacity, the vessel supports long-range passages while the relatively modest fuel consumption at cruise speed makes extended trips economically practical. The shallow 2.33-foot draft allows access to coastal areas and rivers that deeper-hulled vessels cannot reach, while the 14.33-foot beam provides excellent stability and interior volume.
What sleeping accommodations and cabin layout does the 4600 offer?
The Maxum 4600 SCB features two dedicated staterooms below deck: a luxurious queen-size forward master berth and a full-size mid-cabin berth, both with hanging lockers and locking doors for privacy and storage. The salon seating converts into additional sleeping space, allowing the main deck to accommodate up to six people total when needed. This flexible layout works well for families, couples with guests, or extended cruising where versatility matters. Both cabins benefit from the full-beam salon design, which maximizes natural light and headroom throughout the interior.
What bathroom and freshwater facilities are included in this vessel?
The Maxum 4600 SCB includes two fully molded fiberglass heads with VacuFlush toilets, a practical system for offshore use. The master head features an enclosed shower stall combined with a tub, mirrored medicine cabinet, vanity, and exhaust fan for moisture control. The guest head provides a separate shower stall with similar amenities. A 100-gallon fresh water capacity supports extended cruising, and optional equipment includes fresh and raw water washdowns on deck for rinsing and cleaning, plus a shore water connection for convenient dockside hookups.
How is the galley equipped and what entertaining space is available?
The galley is engineered as a gourmet kitchen with all standard amenities expected in a cruising yacht, including proper counter space, storage, and appliances for meal preparation during extended trips. The main salon features a six-seat dinette with rich, stain-resistant Ultraleather upholstery designed for both dining and entertaining, complemented by Euro-style carpet runners that add refinement to the salon area. The flexible salon layout allows the dinette seating to convert into sleeping space when needed, making the main deck a true multipurpose entertaining and living area.
What are the key differences between a sedan bridge design and other cruiser layouts?
The sedan bridge configuration of the Maxum 4600 SCB places the helm station elevated on the flybridge level, providing exceptional 360-degree visibility for navigation and docking while keeping the main deck as a full-beam, uninterrupted salon space. This design maximizes interior volume and entertaining area compared to traditional pilothouse layouts, while the elevated helm allows the captain to operate the vessel from an open-air position with superior sightlines. The bridge deck above also provides additional outdoor entertaining and lounging space, making the 4600 particularly suited to families and groups who value both cruising capability and social entertaining.
What optional equipment packages are available to customize the Maxum 4600?
The Maxum 4600 SCB offers extensive customization through optional equipment including a hardtop for weather protection, a flybridge enclosure to extend the usable season, swim platform with ladder for water access, wet bar for entertaining, trim tabs for improved handling in various sea states, a remote searchlight for nighttime navigation, windlass for anchor handling, central vacuum for interior cleaning, and closed cooling system for reliable engine operation. Deck carpet, seat and helm covers, and a fire suppression system are also available options that enhance comfort, protection, and safety during extended cruising.
What is the practical cruising range of this vessel?
With a 418-gallon fuel capacity and a cruising speed of 17.38 knots, the Maxum 4600 SCB can achieve extended range for coastal and offshore cruising. At cruise speed, twin diesel engines typically deliver fuel efficiency that allows 200+ nautical miles of range depending on sea state and operating conditions, making the vessel practical for multi-day passages and exploration of distant cruising grounds. The combination of adequate fuel capacity, moderate cruising speed, and diesel efficiency makes this vessel well-suited to cruisers who want to cover distance without constantly refueling.
How does the two-head configuration benefit cruising families and extended trips?
Having two separate heads—one with a full tub and shower in the master stateroom and one with a dedicated shower in the guest cabin—eliminates morning conflicts and allows simultaneous use by different family members or guests. This is particularly valuable during extended cruising when multiple people are aboard for several days or weeks. The separate shower stalls and tub provide flexibility in bathing preferences, while the VacuFlush toilets are standard marine equipment that functions reliably offshore where traditional plumbing is impractical. The mirrored medicine cabinets and vanities in each head add convenience and reduce crowding in a shared bathroom scenario.
What makes the Maxum 4600 SCB suitable for both coastal cruising and entertaining?
The Maxum 4600 combines a spacious main deck salon with multiple helm stations, flexible sleeping for up to six people, dual heads, and a full galley—all the essentials for extended cruising—with an entertaining-focused layout that includes a six-seat dinette, optional wet bar, and both covered and open-air entertaining spaces on the bridge deck. The shallow 2.33-foot draft allows access to coastal rivers and shallow-water anchorages, while the 418-gallon fuel capacity supports longer passages. The sedan bridge design keeps the main living space uncluttered and open, making it equally comfortable for a couple on a quiet cruise or a family and guests enjoying an active entertaining schedule at anchor or dockside.
What structural and comfort features distinguish the Maxum 4600 from typical express cruisers?
The Maxum 4600 SCB is built with fully molded fiberglass construction throughout the heads and cabin areas, providing durability and low maintenance compared to traditional wood or composite interiors. The queen-size and full-size berths with locking doors, hanging lockers, and dedicated stowage cabinets reflect careful engineering for comfort and privacy during extended trips. Euro-style carpet runners and Ultraleather dinette upholstery represent thoughtful material selections that balance luxury aesthetics with practical marine durability. The optional closed cooling system, trim tabs, and windlass indicate this vessel was designed with serious cruising in mind, where reliability and operational convenience matter as much as comfort and style.

Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Waypoint Marine Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel.

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