Ocean Alexander 45' 6'' 456 Classicco
Lightning is a beautifully maintained Ocean Alexander 456 Classicco, exceptionally equipped and fresh off a successful three-year family cruise through the Sea of Cortez and Puerto Vallarta. Kept in a protective Pacific Northwest boathouse for 15 years prior to cruising, she offers an impeccable blend of classic craftsmanship, mechanical reliability, and real-world blue-water capability.
Featuring low-hour Caterpillar engines with a fully documented, flawless fluid history, a dual-station helm layout with hydronic heating, and a brand-new comprehensive haul-out, this vessel is completely turnkey for her next owner.
Key Features:
True Slip Footprint: 50.5' tip-to-tip; extends to 55' with the large transom-mounted tender.
Proven Range & Fuel Health: Real-world fuel data proves a 1,000+ NM range at economy cruise. Fuel systems are meticulously clean, backed by active monitoring.
Dual-Station Maneuverability: Effortless docking with dedicated bow and stern thruster controls at both the flybridge and salon helms.
Premium Accommodations: Features a fantastic aft walk-around queen master suite, a comfortable forward VIP stateroom with double bunk, a high-gloss varnished teak parquet salon floor, and a large flybridge sea-berth.
Premium Navigation Pack: Updated full Garmin electronics suite with integrated autopilot and a brand-new send/receive AIS transponder network.
Dual-Tender Cruising Package: Includes a fully serviced 12' Apex center-console RIB for long transits, a 10' Apex RIB with beach-landing wheels for quick shore hops, a set of spare propellers, and a Yamaha land scooter.
Engines (2)
- Make Caterpillar
- Model Caterpillar 3116
- Fuel diesel
- Type Inboard
- Total HP700
- Total Hours 4001
Disclaimer
Listed by Coronado Yacht Sales
THIS BOAT IS SUBJECT TO AN EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT WITH CORONADO YACHT SALES +16193133664 AND IS NOT OFFERED FOR SALE BY SYS YACHT SALES. SYS Yacht Sales is merely providing this information in an effort to represent you as a buyer in the purchase of this vessel.
Specifications
- Category Power
- Condition Used
- Hull Material Fiberglass
- Make Ocean Alexander
- Model 456 Classicco
- Boat Name Lightning
- Length Overall 45' 7''
- Model Year 1996
- Beam 15' 8''
- Max Draft 4'
- Dry Weight 40'
- Fuel Tank1 x 550|gallon
- Cruising Speed 12 kn
- Builder Name Ocean Alexander
- Length 45' 6''
- Holding Tank 1 x 40|gallon
- Fresh Water 1 x 250|gallon
- Bridge Clearance 12.75 ft
- Drive Type Direct
Full Details
LOA (Hull): 45' 6"
LOA (Tip-to-Tip): 50' 6" (50.5')
Total LOA (With Transom Tender): 55' 0"
Beam: 15' 8"
Draft: 4' 6"
Displacement: ~40,000 lbs
Fuel: 600 gal total (550 gal primary 5086 H32 Aluminum + 50 gal aux)
Water: 250 gal (Stainless Steel)
Holding: 50 gal (Fiberglass) with Sealand TankWatch III
Twin Caterpillar 3116 TA Marine Diesels (2,000 original hours)
Status: "No Action Required" green-light trend analysis from Hawthorne CAT.
Maintenance: Port water pump replaced 2020; Starboard water pump and impeller replaced brand new March 8, 2026.
Transmissions: Twin Disc Marine Gears
Status: Clean Hawthorne CAT fluid samples, normal wear baselines.
Generator: Cummins Onan 8MDKDJ 8kW Diesel Generator
Status: Certified mechanically sound, normal oil diagnostics.
Fuel Filtration System: Meticulous fuel delivery setup featuring Racor fuel/water separators equipped with integral vacuum gauges. Fuel tanks are verified pristine (vacuum gauges consistently reading below a clean 3” of mercury during extended cruising).
Thrusters: Bow and stern thrusters with dual-station controls at both the upper flybridge and lower helm stations.
Spare Running Gear: Complete set of spare propellers included.
Engine Room Access: Exceptionally spacious layout with excellent, access to all major machinery, filters, and systems for easy owner maintenance.
(Extracted directly from the vessel's Portland to Mexico passage logs)
Long-Range Delivery Economy (1250 RPM): 7.0 kts | 3.8 GPH combined | 1.84 NMPG | Range: 1,011 NM
Standard Passage Cruise (1600 RPM): 9.3 kts | 6.4 GPH combined | 1.45 NMPG | Range: 800 NM
High-Speed Cruise (1950 RPM): 10.7 kts | 18.3 GPH combined | 0.58 NMPG | Range: 320 NM
Navigation Core: Full updated Garmin Electronics Package integrated at both helms.
Chartplotting & Radar: Multi-function Garmin chartplotter network.
Autopilot: Fully integrated Garmin autopilot system.
AIS Tracking: New Class B Send and Receive AIS Transceiver installed with a dedicated, isolated marine antenna for clear collision-avoidance tracking.
Communications: New marine VHF Radios updated at both stations.
Inverter/Charger: Xantrex Freedom SW 3012 (3000W Sine Wave, 12 VDC Input) with dedicated Xanbus SCP (System Control Panel).
Climate Control: Diesel Hurricane Hydronic heating system (Espar 120 Control) + fixed 110V electric wall heaters.
Backup Charging: Statpower TrueCharge 40+ Amp Charger + secondary True 30 Charger.
Battery Banks: House bank replaced 2023; Generator start replaced 2023; Engine start replaced 2021.
Lighting: 100% complete vessel conversion to high-efficiency LED.
Water Heater: Torrid Marine MV-30 (30-gallon, 1500W, 120V) with Well Saver pressure tank.
Sanitation: All marine sanitation hoses completely replaced new systemwide (2023–2026).
Layout: Highly desirable two-stateroom, two-head layout offering exceptional privacy.
Master Stateroom: Fantastic aft master suite featuring a centerline, walk-around queen berth, abundant hanging locker storage, and a private en-suite head.
VIP Stateroom: Comfortable forward VIP suite featuring a generous double bunk, located directly adjacent to the convenient day head and the galley.
Main Salon: Stunning teak joinery highlighted by a beautiful, high-gloss varnished teak parquet floor, a U-shaped galley integrated into the open salon space, and custom-fitted privacy window shades.
Refrigeration: Norcold DE-541 dual-voltage (120V AC / 12V DC) plus flybridge refrigerator.
Audio/Visual: Yamaha Natural Sound R-N602 Network Receiver with Niles SSVC-4 speaker selector (3 zones); Samsung 40" LED Smart TV.
Flybridge: Fully protected bridge structure with a full canvas/Isinglass enclosure, offering an exceptional dual-station command setup in any weather.
Flybridge Sea-Berth: Large, dedicated sea-berth on the bridge level—perfect for the off-watch helmsperson during overnight passages or a comfortable daybed while at anchor.
Ground Tackle: * Primary: Heavy offshore-rated anchor rigged with 100’ of chain and 150’ of nylon rode.
Secondary: Dedicated secondary/stern anchor stored securely in the lazarette.
Fishing Gear: Custom fishing rod holders strategically located along the deck/cockpit areas.
Land Transit: Yamaha two-wheeled motorized port/marina scooter included.
Primary / Long-Transit Tender: 12’ Apex RIB Yacht Tender
Equipped with a 25 HP 4-stroke Nissan outboard engine, center-console helm station, and brand-new custom upholstery.
Recent Service (2026): Fully detailed and mechanically updated with a new water pump impeller, fresh engine oil, fresh gear oil, and a new battery.
Secondary / Beach Landing Tender: 10’ Apex RIB Tender
Equipped with a 9.9 HP 4-stroke Nissan outboard engine and rugged, fold-down beach landing wheels for convenient, drag-free shore excursions.
(Completed July 1, 2026, at Baja Naval)
Full hull hydro-blasted, power-sanded, and painted with Sea Hawk Tropikote Antifouling Black (double-coated on waterline and leading edges).
Running gear completely serviced, balanced, and painted. Shaft packing glands completely renewed with Teflon packing material.
100% brand-new zinc anodes replaced systemwide (hull, rudders, shaft, and thrusters).
Full professional hull wash, machine compound/polish, and marine wax applied.
Offshore Safety Kit: Heavy-duty blue-water safety gear is available to be negotiated into the final sale. Package includes premium inflatable PFDs, thermal survival suits, and an offshore-rated life raft.
