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Targa 45 GT

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Sleek, sporty lines characterise the Targa 45 GT. As versatile as it is luxurious, this rejuvenated model of the popular Fairline classic beckons guests with its elegant features that evoke the glamour of the Riviera. Designer Alberto Mancini has employed his trademark style, ensuring the Targa 45 GT captures the essence that made its predecessor so popular.

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The cockpit is spacious and generously appointed, with a door-less design that invites the outdoors in. A generous dinette dominates the central area, complemented by a bar with sheltered L-shaped seating to port, giving guests a comfortable space to gather during passage. A sleek hardtop provides shelter from the midday heat, while an electric canvas roof gives guests a chance to enjoy the open air. Stylish sunbeds on the aft and foredecks enhance the sense of comfort and relaxation.

Below decks, an elegant saloon complements a modern galley equipped with designer appliances. Fairline family hull windows create a striking side-on profile.

Much thought has been given to versatility in sleeping areas. A double ensuite dominates the bow, giving way to a twin with its own bathroom, giving guests the option to have the master cabin forward or amidships. A double bed and a small sofa are located to port, providing further flexibility in sleeping arrangements and providing space for four to five guests.

This all-new design also features three Volvo Penta engine options, lending themselves to stern drive or IPS and allowing for a maximum speed of 34 knots. A distinctive feature is the yacht’s versatile Williams 280 MiniJet tender, which tucks neatly into a tailor-made garage when not in use. Step aboard this fast, modern tender to cruise inland for lunch or to explore hidden coves.

The tasteful, elegant Targa 45 OPEN is sure to live up to even the most discerning guest’s expectations.

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With a thrilling and award-winning pedigree, the Targa 45 GT does of course, have a lot to live up to. So, our expert designers and craftsman have ensured beautiful styling inside and out, to take it beyond these expectations. Because when you have the renowned Fairline DNA in every line and curve, you demand everything to be in perfect harmony.

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Take your time on planning the day ahead from the luxury of the configurable cockpit. Enjoy the warmth of the sun while relaxing on the large sunbeds. And later, as the afternoon becomes evening, launch the tender from the garage and head to your preferred dinner spot, knowing that when you return, the Targa 45 GT will welcome you back for a night of rest and recharging.

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2021 Fairline Targa 45 Open

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Blending innovation with heritage, performance with style, a Targa is exceptional in every way. Bold, inventive Mancini designs have elevated the range to a higher level – the benchmark of Italian style and British craftsmanship. From sweeping hull windows to svelte profiles, they’re sporty and elegant in equal measure – the perfect setting for a day on the water.

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With powered sunroofs and oversized sun beds, a Targa is responsive to your every need. Equipped to impress and exuding sophistication, a Targa owner is never found wanting. Attention to detail is matched only by space and deftly designed layouts both inside and out. With generous foredecks, large cockpits and comfortable salons, time spent on board is nothing short of idyllic.

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Fairline Targa 45 GT

• 2019 - 2024

Description

The Fairline Targa 45 GT closed cruise boat with hardtop has been in production since 2019. Her premiere took place in 2020 in Dusseldorf, where she was presented by the shipyard as the best model of a yacht. The Fairline Targa 45 GT is an improved version of the Targa 43 model. The Targa 45 GT gliding vessel with a fiberglass hull is considered the smallest in the lineup, but its exterior is not much different from other vessels created by Alberto Mancini. The main feature is the tender garage, which allows you to place the Williams Minijet 280.

In the cabin with panoramic glazing, on the left there is a U-shaped sofa and a folding table, on the right there is a double control post, trimmed with plastic and metal. Before fasting, the Garmin 12 multifunction display and the Volvo Penta 7 diagnostic display are located on the dashboard.

On the lower deck there were cabins with high ceilings and a flat floor without steps, as on large ships. In the main version, the VIP cabin with single beds and mirrors is on the bow, and the master cabin is in the middle. They can be interchanged and add another guest cabin. But the galley in the second version rises, and the area on the upper deck decreases. Any of the layouts involves only two bathrooms with showers.

The yacht model is distinguished by its good running characteristics, thanks to its robust hull and the possibility of installing powerful two engines. Two Volvo Penta IPS 600 D6-440 will allow speeds up to 32 knots, with two Volvo Penta IPS 650 D6-480, the ship can accelerate to 33 knots. The yacht is certified (CE) B and is designed to go to sea.

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Blending innovation with heritage, performance with style, a Targa is exceptional in every way. Bold, inventive Mancini designs have elevated the range to a higher level – the benchmark of Italian style and British craftsmanship. From sweeping hull windows to svelte profiles, they’re sporty and elegant in equal measure – the perfect setting for a day on the water.

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With powered sunroofs and oversized sun beds, a Targa is responsive to your every need. Equipped to impress and exuding sophistication, a Targa owner is never left wanting. Attention to detail is matched only by space and deftly designed layouts both inside and out. With generous foredecks, large cockpits and comfortable saloons, time spent on board is nothing short of idyllic.

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Miami line-up announced

Fairline has announced its line-up for Miami International Boat Show (14-18 February 2024) which includes the Squadron 68, Squadron 50, Targa 45 OPEN and the F//LINE 33.

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Fairline wows Boot Düsseldorf with duo of debuts

Fairline unveiled its Targa 40 in a world debut and its Squadron 58 in a European debut today at Boot Düsseldorf, which runs until 28 January 2024.

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Magazzù Targa 45: Italian style with an American soul

On Test. Targa 45: the newly launched Magazzù Maxi Rib is the forerunner of the new Targa collection

After selling the first unit in the United States, the prestigious Italian shipyard has launched, in continental premiere , the Targa 45, forerunner of the new Targa collection that joins the well-known MX range and that we had the privilege of sea trialing before anyone else.

Elegant, innovative and sensationally appealing, the Targa 45 welcomes us on board with her American flag raised over the hard top  which, in this clearly automotive-inspired model, forms a whole with the pilot house , offering a distinctive element for a RIB that proudly positions itself between a luxury Maxi Rib and a cabin cruiser.

Exteriors: automotive-style pilot house and two large relaxation areas

However, the Italian shipyard, specialized in the construction of magnificient Maxi Ribs, not only focuses on layout but also pays particular attention to function . Not surprisingly, the deck plan immediately suggests an important aspect of this boat; on board the Targa 45, beauty and comfort are two sides of the same coin.

The pilot house, accessible through two sliding glass doors , guarantees unparalleled driving comfort. Efficiently protected against external agents without however creating any “isolation effect”, it features a huge windscreen, two side and a rear glass door as well as an opening hard top, providing the pilot with an extraordinarily comprehensive panoramic view and a direct contact with the sea.

Heading out of the enclosed cockpit, we sit aft, where a vast outdoor dinette, sheltered by the pilot house, invites us to take a seat on the large U-shaped sofa that surrounds  a genuinely comfortable dining table. While, at the stern, the spaces are devoted to conviviality, the bow is mainly dedicated to relaxation, offering a large sundeck that can accommodate two people in total comfort.

Movement around the deck is facilitated by the wide side-decks that join the cockpit and the solarium, this making the Targa 45 a fully-fledged walk-around boat. Furthermore, the presence of sophisticated courtesy ligths along the synthetic teak walkway give moments of freedom in the open air even after sunset.

Interiors: a fully-equipped dinettte and a wide master suite

Access to the sleeping quarters is through the pilot house, on the left of the steering console. Below deck, our expectations in terms of attention to detail and quality of materials , two categorial imperatives at Magazzù, do not disappoint. The spaces are abundantly livable, furnishings are simply flawless and the dinette is really welcoming, equipped with a wide worktop on the left and a c onvertible corner sofa on the starboard side.

Forward, on the left, the shower-equipped head is separated from the rest of the interiors and offers good headroom. Continuing forward, we enter the master cabin , equipped with a king-sized bed and made particularly bright by two hatches on the ceiling; featuring surprisingly unsuspected headroom, this large master suite is perfect for medium- and long-range cruising.

Sea Trial: racing performance, stunning stability

Despite a length of over 13 meters, this well-balanced Maxi Rib with almost perfect waterlines keeps the bow parallel to the water surface with a trim that, even a t 4,000 rpm , is always stable and safe.

The Targa 45 we’re testing is powered by three Mercury Verado engines, 400HP each . This engine option is the recommended one and, without either upsetting the overall balance of the boat or emitting any deafening noises, promises pleasure, power and exciting performance. A promise kept: between turns and counter turns, first soft and then more decisive, the Targa tilts while remaining glued to its track and won’t loosen her grip. Flawlessly, with no vibrations from the tubes. All while running just under 30 knots: absolutely not a walking speed. 

The convenience of staying in the helm station, enclosed and with an impeccable view , deserves a special mention: the feeling of comfort is that of a yacht, the competitive emotion is that which only a maxi-rib can transmit, always protected from the elements.

Now, it’s time to push the gas throttles full on until we reach 50 knots . Acceleration is excellent, progression is great , with an extraordinary course holding. At over 6,000 rpm, the speed rises up to 52 knots. At 6,000 rpm, the Targa “flies” at 55.3 knots!

In conclusion, the Targa 45 has really amazed us, both in terms of performance and comfort on board . Since it’s only the first of a long series, we can’t wait to test the next Targa: this is just the beginning …

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Magazzù Targa 45: a revolutionary luxury chase boat

Elegant, innovative and loudly cheeky, the Magazzù Targa 45 welcomes us on board with the American flag hoisted on the hard-top, which in this model with a clear automotive imprint, forms a whole with the pilot-house, the distinctive feature of this revolutionary boat that takes the best from the luxury maxi-rib to offer the comfort of a five-star chase boat.

After having sold the very first model in the United States, the prestigious Italian shipyard has launched a continental preview of the Targa 45, the progenitor of the new line of boats, which joins the famous MX range, and that The International Yachting Media have had the privilege of testing at sea, in absolute exclusivity.

Exteriors: the pilot-house of Magazzù Targa 45

Never to this extent Magazzù has made reference to the aesthetic paradigms of the automotive industry. The Targa 45, in fact, feature futuristic and sporty lines, similar to a supercar’s ones, which reach their maximum expression in the pilot house, positioned amidships.

However, the Italian shipyard, specialized in the construction of magnificient Maxi Ribs, not only focuses on layout but also pays particular attention to function. Not surprisingly, the deck plan immediately suggests an important aspect of this boat; on board the Targa 45, beauty and comfort are two sides of the same coin.

Heading out of the enclosed cockpit, we sit aft, where a vast outdoor dinette, sheltered by the pilot house, invites us to take a seat on the large U-shaped sofa that surrounds a genuinely comfortable dining table. While, at the stern, the spaces are devoted to conviviality, the bow is mainly dedicated to relaxation, offering a large sundeck that can accommodate two people in total comfort.

Movement around the deck is facilitated by the wide side-decks that join the cockpit and the solarium, this making the Targa 45 a fully-fledged walk-around boat. Furthermore, the presence of sophisticated courtesy ligths along the synthetic teak walkway give moments of freedom in the open air even after sunset.

Interiors complete with every comfort and a super owner’s suite

Forward, on the left, the shower-equipped head is separated from the rest of the interiors and offers good headroom.

Continuing forward, we enter the master cabin, equipped with a king-sized bed and made particularly bright by two hatches on the ceiling; featuring surprisingly unsuspected headroom, this large master suite is perfect for medium- and long-range cruising.

Sea trial: racing performances and impressive stability

In Palermo, it is a beautiful early-autumn day. The sea is slightly rough but the east wind seems not to disturb the Targa 45 which, as soon as we leave the port and speed up, rises from the waves and, supported by the high-performance stepped hull that is the trademark of all Magazzù boats, she gets up on plane effortlessly at around 15 knots.

The Targa 45 we’re testing is powered by three Mercury Verado engines, 400HP each. This engine option promises pleasure, power and exciting performance, without upsetting the overall balance of the boat.

We have fun with turns and counter-turns, first soft then more decided but the Targa 45 remains glued on its track and has no intention of letting go.

No bumps, no vibrations. All this while traveling just under 30 knots, not at a walking pace. The convenience of staying in the helm station, protected and with an impeccable view, deserves a special mention: the feeling of comfort is that of a yacht, the competitive emotion is that which only a maxi-rib can transmit, always protected from the elements.

Let’s go back to the rev counter, we decide to drive it crazy up to the limit, so we pull down the throttles and push up to 50 knots on the straight. The acceleration is excellent, the progression is crazy, the seakeeping is absolutely perfect. We run over 6,000 rpm, we have exceeded 52 knots and, not satiated, we dare up to 6,300 rpm: top speed 55.3 knots (64 mph), amazing!

In conclusion, the Magazzù Targa 45 has really amazed us, both in terms of performance and comfort on board and, since it’s only the first of a long series, we can’t wait to test the next Targa: this is just the beginning …

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Sargo 45 Review (2023 Edition)

Could the Sargo 45 be the most capable 45-footer on the market right now? Read our in-depth review and sea trial to find out 

Sargo has an enviable reputation for building tough, practical all-weather cruising boats but with its new flagship, the 45, the Finnish brand has pushed into new territory.

Going up against the like of the Targa 46 and Nord-Star 49, the 45 faces the best in the business but this is a boat dripping with astonishing practical detailing that allows you to cruise in comfort all year round, whatever the weather. With two or three-cabin variants and the choice of sterndrives and IPS, it can cater for a wide variety of cruising styles but it's all underpinned by a super tough deep-vee hull and rock-solid engineering. Is it the new market leader? Let's see, shall we?

Sargo 45 Key Facts

• Model Year 2023
• Max Speed 36 knots
• Status In Production
• Yacht Type Wheelhouse
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Performance & Handling

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Even before we get on to the driver aids that make the 45 a cinch to handle at close quarters there are a lot of elements of the boat's design that take the stress out of berthing, even as a single-handed skipper. The side door, for example, allows the person at the helm to stand on the side deck and still have easy control of the joystick and a boarding gate aligned with the door means it couldn't be easier to step onto the pontoon and quickly attach an amidships cleat. Because the transom gate is on the same side as the helm, you can see the very end of the bathing platform from this position so the all-round view is good. 

Those on crewing duty will be happy, as well. The boat feels very safe to move around on owing to its deep side decks and the sheer amount of handrails that sprout out at you from all over the deck, the ones on our Explorer spec test boat powder coated in black. Deck storage is superb with plenty of useful lockers to stow lines and more dedicated fender stowage than anyone should reasonably expect on a boat of this size. Not only are there dedicated racks on the transom but the dinette backrest pulls forward to reveal yet more fender storage and a usefully deep locker for stowing other kit.

The 45 is available with IPS or sterndrives and the former comes as standard with a joystick; with the latter, it's an option. Our test boat had IPS (as have most of the 45s built thus far) and it also had Volvo's Assisted Docking, which combines the pods and an electro-hydraulic bow thruster to give even greater control of the boat if the conditions are on the beam. This is a clever optional extra, at a very reasonable €3,715 for Volvo, that uses the pods until it feels the need to add the extra shove of the proportional thruster and brings that gently into play. It improves the Dynamic Positioning System too, because instead of having to push a button to activate it, as soon as you release the joystick the system engages and holds the boat in place, which is a nice safety net if you just need a moment to arrange your thoughts and take a breath. It's a dream to handle at slow speed, then, but what about when the revs are up?

For all the talk of the 45's go-anywhere ability and its year-round appeal, the Finnish archipelago couldn't have dished up kinder conditions for our sea trial - we've seen more waves in a puddle. It's difficult, then, to attest to the boat's rough weather handling but not such an issue to assess its cruising performance. Efficiency was a big focus during the boat's development and it's telling that the boat's fuel economy barely wavers between 15 and 30 knots. With the interceptor blades right down the 45 will just about plane at 15 knots and achieve 4-4.5l/nm and that economy really doesn't drop until you're up past 30 knots.

It should manage 36-38 knots flat out but it's the mid-range cruising efficiency that stands out. You should easily cover 400nm at a fast cruising speed with the optional 2,000-litre fuel capacity (1.600 litres is standard) and you'll be doing it in the insulated comfort of that purposeful wheelhouse. If anything, the sterndrive version, which runs a pair of D6 440hp motors, will be even more efficient and offer the added benefits of more engaging handling and the ability to trim the legs in the shallows. 

Not that the handling is dull with the pods installed. It's a lovely boat to thread from lock to lock and the hull peels through the water beautifully. You can just tell that the boat has been set up well by the way the wake clears off the hull in your peripheral vision from the helm station. You wouldn't ordinarily catch us complaining about the perfect conditions we experienced for this test but it is a shame that we couldn't put the 45 through the sort of challenging seaways that it's so clearly designed for. It's an incredibly easy boat to drive fast, though, and because of that relatively flat efficiency curve, you can just set the speed at what suits your conditions or mood and know that you're not going to adversely affect fuel economy. 

We'll cover the helm position in greater detail later on in the review but the driving position is outstanding. The shock-absorbing seat slides to the helm and bottom section of the dash - not just the wheel - adjusts so you can get good and close to the controls without your back leaving the support of the chair. Equally, you can slide the seat back and stand at the helm, grasping the swivelling steering wheel knob, which makes swinging the pods from side to side so easy. 

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• 817 nm @ 9.4 knots eco
• 511 nm @ 23.3 knots cruise
• 396 nm @ 37.2 knots max

Sargo 45 version 2023. *Data supplied by the manufacturer. View Full Test Results

Design & Build

The design of the 45 will be familiar to any Sargo fans but it's the sheer size of the 45 and its potential rough weather capability that is so enticing. The business-like looks mask a deep-vee hull, a near 40-knot top speed and the sort of handling agility that could embarrass some sportsboats half its size. 

There is nothing on this boat that is there for show or purely aesthetic reasons. It is fit for purpose, designed to do a job and that job is to transport people across the water at speed, in comfort and at any time of year. There is a laser focus on practicality, like the amount of deck storage, the exemplary engine room fit-out, the designers' ability to make use of every inch of space and the functional, high-quality finish throughout. 

The walk-around deck design is tried and tested and, as with the rest of the Sargo range, you can have it in Explorer trim, which adds darker hull colours and black powder-coated stainless steel, which gives it a meaner aesthetic. The shapes are simple but it's a striking machine with its imposing flared bow and a wheelhouse with inwardly raked windscreens. 

The 45 is designed to run on both sterndrives and IPS; twin 440hp Volvo D6s on sterndrives and 480hp IPS650s with pods. It's about €40,000 to upgrade from legs to IPS and, at the time of writing, it is the latter that has proved more popular. Either way, you have joystick control and razor-sharp handling, though the sterndrives are likely to be a bit more engaging at speed whereas IPS comes into its own when it comes to slow speed control. 

What's it like on board, though? Let's find out. 

Interior Accommodation

The 45 is available with a two or three-cabin configuration on the lower deck. With two cabins, the owner's cabin, forward, gains a bit more space, as does the ensuite/day head. The three-cabin version adds a useful double cabin on the starboard side. The packaging of this accommodation is very smart, especially the VIP amidships, which is accessed by lifting up the co-pilot seat in the saloon and has a large double bed and spacious private ensuite. Headroom isn't great over the bed but there's room to get changed in the entrance way and the bathroom has well over 6ft of standing headroom.

The two forward cabins are accessed via a companionway to port of the helm where there is a small lobby area packed with useful additional storage solutions. Even in the three-cabin guise, the owner's cabin is a good size and, as will be repeated throughout this review, there is no shortage of storage space. The finish throughout is more functional and practical than luxurious but the spaces are comfortable and very well thought out. There is some great detail, like simple pop-out hooks mounted at head level to hang towels and coats and the built-in radiators which will keep the interior temperate in colder months without the need to lay storage heaters. 

Practical Delights 

The utilisation of available space is outstanding. The simple fact that they have managed to fit a washing machine and its necessary pipework underneath the floor in the saloon is an impressive feat in and of itself but the practical attitude to design shines throughout and there's a pleasing lack of automation that breeds reliability. The TV, for example, doesn't whir up from behind a sofa on an electric motor but swings down from above the helm on a pair of gas rams and the side doors use chunky wooden catches to lock in place. It's simple, robust engineering and it just works. 

There is access to the saloon via the aforementioned side doors and a door at the aft end of the wheelhouse, which opens out into the cockpit. Unlike the Targa 46 and Nord-Star 49, access to the amidships cabin isn't from the aft end of the saloon so there is space here for a useful flat storage area and a surprisingly large dishwasher in the base of the dinette. Opposite, the galley is hidden under a couple of flip-up counter tops and they lift to reveal a gas hob and sink with good space on either side to prepare food. There's a good selection of drawer storage options, all mounted on soft close runners, but the under-counter fridge is a touch on the small side for a boat that could be away from marinas for long periods of time.

The dinette is opposite and it's big. There are neat little armrests built into the end sections, too, so those on the outside can lean in comfort and the powered table can rise to the same level as the galley counter so it's easy to spread across both flat spaces. It's a bright space, too with glazing all around, a sunroof and the option to have three further panels of glass in the aft section of the roof. Our test boat had the optional solar panels to serve the domestic supply but still had a single strip of glazing with a blind for shade. Natural light certainly isn't an issue inside the wheelhouse of the 45 and the Alpi wood interior, though not as cosy or expensive looking as the walnut option, only enhances the effect. 

If there's a criticism of the saloon it's that it can be awkward for two people to pass along the narrow companionway but given the width of the side decks and the amount of living space they've packed in this doesn't come as much of a surprise. 

Helm Station

It's not the most exciting dashboard you'll ever set eyes on but, that aside, it's totally faultless. The amount of adjustment alone should serve as a lesson to any boat builder who thinks a fixed wheel and seat are a good idea. Here, not only does the wheel adjust but the entire bottom section of the dash can be fixed in three different positions to alter the angle of the major controls for standing or sitting. 

The helm seat has plenty of slide adjustment, armrests and shock-absorbing capabilities so you romp over the waves like you're sitting in a tractor. It's a wonderful driving position where you can sit back in the chair with the wheel and throttles resting easily under your hands safe in the knowledge that your sprung seat will iron out any bumps that manage to evade the hull. 

The 24in Garmin screens are just magnificent and worth every penny of their €19,400 option price, especially if the boat is going to be in areas of challenging navigation. In the Finnish archipelago, where we tested the boat, you tend to run with one screen on a wide view of the islands one closer in to follow the track so two chartplotter screens become a must-have. With two smaller screens with engine information mounted above the windscreen, it's easy to keep an eye on the numbers at the same time. It's not a flashy helm but it is the epitome of being fit for purpose. 

For now, in contrast to its rivals from Targa and Nord-Star, the 45 isn't available with a flybridge so the external living spaces are focussed around the cockpit and the foredeck. The IPS version of the boat is available with a fixed or hi-lo platform; you can't have the hi-lo with sterndrives because they would get in the way when it deploys. Our boat had the fixed platform and, as in the way up north, it was kitted out with a stern anchor so you can edge the bow to shore and tie off for the night. Here there is also a handy fender rack and a deep locker set into the platform that is just the right size to swallow a pair of ball fenders, which are usually a total pain to stow on a boat of this size. 

There is access into the cockpit via a transom gate to starboard where the seating is biased to port and arranged in an L shape with a table in the middle. There's space on the other side of the bench for a couple of folding chairs, which handily stow in the massive locker that's built into the aft end of the wheelhouse. This is large enough to swallow said furniture plus a host of other kit and it has clips mounted to hold the table legs in place if it's ever dismantled.  You shouldn't need to take the table apart, though, even if the electric engine hatch is raised, because there is enough clearance between the table top and the bench seating for them not to clash. 

Talking of the engine hatch, access to the motors is outstanding. The hatch lifts to port so as not to block access on and off the boat and the engines sit resplendent in a fastidiously executed engine room where it couldn't be easier to get to the motors and the ancillary parts. It's as clean as a whistle and even has built-in radiators (the same as the ones on the cabins) to keep the oily bits nice and toasty in the teeth of winter.

Back on deck in the cockpit and we find more storage both underneath the dinette and a deep locker accessed by tilting the backrest forward. It's perfect for cleaning supplies and yet more fenders. To starboard, there is a neat rope bin and a longer unit that has been cleverly adapted into a cool box so there is somewhere on deck to keep drinks cool. This can be upgraded to a wet bar with a sink and grill. 

The side decks are symmetrical, wide and deeply protected by towering bulwarks and there are hand rails at every turn. At this size, it doesn't get much easier or safer to crew than this. Forward, the coachroof is kitted out with sunbathing cushions and there's a neat little bench moulded into the forward end of the moulding. There are two little cushioned perches opposite (with storage beneath, naturally) and a table slots in to create a great little drinks area away from the fuss of the quayside. We found ourselves gravitating towards this spot during speed-restricted sections of the route to catch the breeze coming over the bow. 

Value For Money

There's no two ways about it, over €1 million (ex VAT) for a boat to the spec of the one we tested is a lot of cash for a 14.5m boat. What you have to consider with the 45 and its rivals such as the Targa 46 (which is similar money) is the return you get on your investment in terms of hours you can actually use the boat. This boat could live in the water all year round and extend your boating season well past the usual parameters. Cold, bright and breezy winter days are when this type of boat shines and it's the year-round usability that somewhat justifies that heft price tag. That and the obvious quality and attention to detail that is so clear to see throughout. Yes, it's pricey, but it's a quality machine of immense capability. 

Our Options & Pick

Our test boat had pretty much the highest specification you could choose minus maybe the Seakeeper and hydraulic bathing platform. The base price for the boat with IPS is €811,023 ex VAT (at the time of writing) and the one we tested came in at €1,020,161 ex VAT.

The options list is extensive, but here are a few must-have extras that we would advise ticking the box for. We would opt for the sterndrives over IPS for a couple of reasons, one being that it saves you around €40,000 at base price (though you need to add the sterndrive joystick if you want that type of control). The sterndrive boat is likely to be more fun to drive, even more agile and slightly more efficient thanks to its slippery drives compared to the bulkier appendages of IPS. Finally, the sterndrives have adjustable trim so, if you like to explore the shallows or head to the beach that boat's draft can be reduced if necessary. 

What else would we spec? The 3.8kw generator, 400Ah service battery and 450W solar panels (€30,000 in total) give excellent autonomy and allow you to tweak the boat's energy production depending on what you're doing and where you're cruising. An electric bow thruster is standard but an upgrade to the proportional one is worth the €2,965 it costs for even greater control at close quarters (especially with the sterndrives). 

It's €6,000 in total to have the foredeck cushions, seat cushions and the bow and the table and these are key because they effectively double your exterior living space, which is important when you don't have a flybridge. We've mentioned the Garmon MFD upgrade, which we'd recommend, and the sunroof (€6,719) is a must-have - it makes so much difference to the amount of light in the wheelhouse and your ability to ventilate it.  

Some items will be personal and depend on where the boat is, such as air-conditioning (30,000 BTU), which is a €26,000 option and the Seakeeper, given its cost, will always be a careful consideration on a boat of this price point. You can't have the hydraulic platform on the sterndrive version but we'd recommend it on the IPS boat for its added functionality and tender launch/recovery benefits. 

Reasons to Buy

• Outstanding dynamics
• Go anywhere capability
• Practicality
• Attention to detail
• Surprisingly comfortable cabins

Things to Consider

• No flybridge option
• Interior is a little plain

When it comes to rivals there are only really two boats to cover and they are both built within a few hundred kilometres of Sargo's Finnish base: The Targa 46 and Nord-Star 49.

The Targa, probably the direct rival, needs little introduction. The Targa brand has been synonymous with this genre of boating for decades and despite their obvious similarities, the boats are actually quite different. For a start, the Targa is available with or without a flybridge and though it shares the sterndrive or IPS engine options, it's available with the more powerful 600hp IPS800s for a potential top speed of over 40 knots. It's more traditional in look and layout, too, with lashings of teak inside the interior and an arrangement that sees access to the aft cabin via a companionway at the rear of the saloon and access forward to the owner's cabin and ensuite. Like the Sargo, it can be specified with two or three cabins with similar access via the pilot seats to the third cabin if chosen. It's not as comfortable on deck as the Sargo but the flybridge is appealing, both for its additional living space and the thrill of driving from up top. 

The Nord-Star 49 shouldn't be discounted. It has a similar mix of engine options to the other two and will do around 37 knots flat out and, like the Targa, it has a decent flybridge with a comfortable additional seating area and a couple of helm seats. On deck, it has more in common with the Targa than the Sargo but it's inside where things get really interesting. The layout is totally different to the other two with an aft galley arrangement and forward dinette that feels much more like a traditional coupe or flybridge boat and avoids the narrow passageway through the saloon that the other two suffer. It's a brilliant use of space that provides a bigger galley, larger dinette and more floor space around the commanding helm station. Below, there are two double cabins, with access to the aft double neatly integrated into the galley and a companionway forward to the owner's cabin. Both cabins have separate bathrooms but there's no option for three cabins, so that could be a deal breaker. It's a great package, though, and is likely to be slightly cheaper to buy than the other two.

Specifications & Performance

• Builder Sargo Boats
• Range Sargo
• Model Sargo 45
• Length Overall 47.9ft
• Beam 13.944ft
• Draft(full load) 3.937ft
• Yacht Type (Primary) Wheelhouse
• Use Type (Primary) Cruising
• Cruising Speed Max Speed
• Fuel Capacity 423 Gallons
• Fresh Water Capacity 106 Gallons
• Engine Model 2x Volvo Penta IPS650
• Engine max range (speed type) 440 nm

Performance Data

Sargo 45 version 2023. *Data supplied by the manufacturer.

Test Engines Twin Volvo Penta IPS650

• Liters Per Hour
• Liters Per Mile
•   CRUISE

Yacht Load: 0 Litres of water 50 Litres of fuel 4 members of crew

Sargo 45 Layout

The symmetrical decks and high bulwarks make the Sargo 45 a very safe and easy boat to move around on and crew 

Standard 2 cabin layout

The standard two-cabin layout with extended owner's cabin forward and a larger day head/ensuite 

Optional 3 cabin layout

The popular three-cabin option with an extra double berth on the starboard side 

Jack Haines

Jack is YachtBuyer's Reviews Director. He is a writer, editor and presenter with 15 years’ experience testing over 350 motorboats of all shapes and sizes, from 20ft RIBs to 120ft yachts (and even the Royal Navy Frigate HMS Sutherland ). 

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