Moody 54

MOODY 54 DS – 2018
High-end long-range sailing yacht – Electric maneuvers – Bow and stern thrusters – First hand - VAT paid
This Moody 54 Deck Saloon from 2018, designed by Dixon Yacht Design, is a cruiser yacht renowned for its exceptional comfort, sea safety, and ease of handling.
The Deck Saloon concept offers panoramic views from the saloon and a living space comparable to that of a 60-foot yacht, while maintaining excellent sailing performance.
Well maintained by its meticulous owner, this boat features a complete equipment package for offshore navigation, including electric maneuvers, retractable thrusters, recent sails, and significant energy autonomy.

Main features
Model: Moody 54 DS
Naval architect: Dixon Yacht Design
Builder: MOODY (Hanse Yachts)
Year: 2018
LOA (length overall): 17.15 m
LWL (length waterline): 15.15 m
Beam: 5.20 m
Draft: 2.70 m
Displacement: approx. 25 tons
CE Category: A – Ocean passage
Cabins: 3 + crew cabin
Capacity: up to 8 persons

Hull with light blue covering, white superstructure, and Flexiteek deck for easier maintenance.

Simplified maneuvers and deck equipment
This Moody 54 DS has been configured for comfortable cruising with a reduced crew, with many features facilitating maneuvers.
2 electric Lewmar winches for main sails
Electric Furlex furlers for genoa and jib
Selden in-mast furling mast for mainsail
High-performance standing rigging (Spectra / polyester)
Carbon bowsprit for downwind sails
All maneuvers are led aft to the cockpit, allowing safe sail handling from the steering stations.
Assistance with port maneuvers
The boat is equipped with powerful aids for maneuvering:
Max Power retractable bow thruster
Max Power retractable stern thruster
Double helm with full navigation consoles
These features enable precise control during maneuvers in ports or narrow marinas.

Sails
Set of Elvström HPM sails (2021) in excellent condition:
Main sail ≈ 81 m² (with in-mast furler)
Genoa ≈ 79 m² on electric furler
Jib ≈ 65 m² on electric furler
Gennaker ≈ 200 m²
This setup provides power, versatility, and ease of use.

Cockpit and outdoor spaces
The cockpit is designed as a true outdoor living area, divided into two zones:
Aft steering position
Two steering wheels
Navigation consoles with Raymarine screens
Direct access to maneuvers and winches
Large storage lockers
Access to the dinghy garage in the aft platform

Recreation area
Comfortable benches
Folding cockpit table
Large electric Bimini covering the entire cockpit

Engine
Engine: Volvo Penta D3 – 150 HP
Engine hours: approx. 1,500 hours

Tank capacities
Fuel: 900 L
Fresh water: 800 L
Black water: 265 L
Estimated range: approx. 900 nautical miles

Power generation and autonomy
This boat is equipped for long-range cruising:
Fischer Panda 15 kW generator
Lithium battery bank 800 Ah (2023)
Solar panels
Victron charger
Victron inverter 12V / 220V – 2500 W
Electrical circuits: 12V / 24V / 230V

Electronics and navigation
Complete Raymarine suite:
Raymarine Axiom multifunction displays
GPS chartplotter
Radar
Depth sounder
Autopilot
AIS class B
Gyroscopic compass
VHF

Communication
Starlink Mobility
Audio system
Television

Comfort onboard
The Deck Saloon panoramic saloon offers exceptional brightness and a 360° view outside, characteristic of Moody DS yachts.
Air conditioning and heating
Dometic air conditioning (≈ 60,000 BTU)
Eberspächer heater in the cabins, saloon, and bathrooms

Kitchen
Spacious galley equipped for long-term cruising:
Large capacity refrigerators
Freezer
ENO stove with oven and 3 gas burners
Miele microwave

Interior layout
Comfortable setup for family cruising or crewed navigation.
Owner’s suite
Spacious forward cabin with:
Double bed
Private bathroom
Separate shower

Guest cabins
Two double cabins
Shared bathroom with shower

Crew / guest cabin
Two single berths
Private bathroom

Total capacity: 8 persons onboard.

Additional equipment
Desalination unit 200 L/h
Water heater tank
Besenzoni hydraulic passerelle
Electric windlass
Two anchors (Spade and Delta)
100 m stainless steel chain

Safety
Life raft for 8 persons
Life jackets
EPIRB

Information upon request and visits by appointment. Contact us for more details.