Featured New Boat – Axopar 28 Cabin

The Axopar 28 foot range of boats have been very well received by the boating press and public across Europe for its exceptional hull design, magnificent handling, eye catching good looks and attention to detail. They have been nominated for the 2015 Best of Boats, BOB award and the 2016 European power boat of the year award is an ideal boat for the warm tropical waters of Asia.

The large cabin comfortably seats five adults and can be fully enclosed giving total protection from the wind, sun and waves and is well ventilated while underway. By sliding back the wide doors and large canvas roof the boat really opens up to the surrounding environment. The strong yet lightweight construction of the hull results in the perfect combination of exhilarating driving and fuel economy.

This highly adaptable walk-around cabin model has ample space for fishing and other water sport activities on the aft deck and a large social area on the foredeck. All models feature robust pulpits in the bow for safe and easy access and an electric windlass is also available as an option. The boats can also be equipped with optional side rails around the entire boat.

Whether for cruising, fishing or just unwinding with friends and family you’ll love the Axopar 28 Cabin. The spacious foredeck features a large L-sofa with ample storage space, optional cushions, integrated cup holders and a large self drained anchor box in the bow. To take full advantage of the L-sofa there is an optional table for relaxing and dining and a sun shade for the foredeck area.

The foredeck can also be converted into a generous optional sunbed with cushions by lowering the table. A large functional compartment with window at the front of the cabin which is accessed from the foredeck features storage space with railings keeping bags and other gear in place and can be equipped with an optional toilet. A faucet and sink is also available when equipping the boat with freshwater.

The spacious open aft deck features large storage hatches and fender and rope storage integrated on both sides of the aft deck for convenient access when mooring. There are large, sturdy bathing platforms on both sides of the engine with an integrated ladder and an optional shower on aft deck when choosing the fresh water option. All models feature a walk around deck for easy handling and access.

Inside the cabin the modern, clean, dashboard design has a storage well with 12 V power outlet and two cup holders and can fit up to a 12” optional plotter. The integrated iPad slot in dashboard allows the use of your tablet for navigational charts, music streaming to the optional stereo system and chartplotter integration using the Garmin Helm app to view and control a plotter.

Fully adjustable driver and co-driver seats with armrest and swivel function also incorporate a flip-up front support for standing while driving. They also swivel to face the sofa for entertaining guests with the optional table and by sliding the sofa forward the cabin sleeps two persons. There is also an optional refrigerator and gas hob with sink under driver and co-driver seats.

The large windscreen and side windows provide excellent visibility for manoeuvring and the wide sliding doors create easy access and together with the wide sliding canvas roof really opens up the cabin. When closed they also provide excellent soundproofing inside the cabin. The harbour cover serves as additional protection for the canvas roof against UV rays and bird droppings. The roof can be equipped with optional roof rails.

The Axopar 28 Cabin starts from just 1.6 million baht for the basic boat without engine. Recommended engines are the Mercury 200 XL Verado which uses just 1.25 litres per nautical mile when cruising at 23 knots and has a maximum speed of 39 knots or the Mercury 300 XL Verado which uses just 1.45 litres per nautical mile when cruising at 28.5 knots and has a maximum speed of 46 knots. The specially developed Axopar hull utilizes the outboard engines maximum potential and the reliability, flexibility, long warranties and service intervals make a Mercury Verado outboard engine the perfect choice. For more details on the Axopar 28 Cabin click here.