North American 153' Custom 46.6m

KAJAK is a 153’ (46.6m) North American Shipbuilding custom yacht, delivered in 2002 and comprehensively upgraded between 2023 and 2026. Built in Italy by a carefully selected team of industry pioneers, her naval architecture was by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec, with Luiz de Basto responsible for the interior and exterior design. Construction was overseen by Roberto Lottini and Genesis.

Her semi-displacement hull provides a perfect balance of seakeeping and efficiency, with twin Caterpillar 3512B engines delivering 2,250hp each at 1,925rpm. She cruises comfortably at 13 knots, has a maximum speed of 18 knots and a range of approximately 5,000 nautical miles at 13 knots.

Built to ABS classification and MCA compliance, KAJAK has been carefully maintained throughout her life. She is fully wheelchair accessible, with a custom dock lift and a full-service elevator providing access to all decks. Quantum Zero-Speed stabilisers provide additional comfort both underway and at anchor.

The interior has a timeless character, with styling by Ralph Lauren Home and extensive use of African Makore mahogany and Tuscan marble. Her five-stateroom layout accommodates up to 10 guests. The master suite, recently remodelled by her current owners, is located on the upper deck and benefits from increased privacy and excellent views. The Owner’s deck also features a private library and family room, providing a quiet space for reading, working, watching television or simply spending time away from the main guest areas.

Guest accommodation on the lower deck comprises a starboard queen stateroom with en-suite shower, a port-side VIP stateroom with queen bed and en-suite bathroom, and two twin staterooms. The port-side twin has an en-suite shower, while the starboard twin has an en-suite bathroom.

Crew accommodation is equally well considered, with five cabins in total. These include en-suite captain’s and chef’s cabins on the main deck, together with three crew cabins below. Dedicated crew access and a private companionway to all decks allow the crew to move around the yacht discreetly while maintaining guest privacy.

A distinctive feature of KAJAK is her partially enclosed sundeck. The forward section is enclosed and surrounded by large windows, providing 270-degree views, while the open aft section is arranged for relaxation, with a large Jacuzzi and generous sunbathing space.

KAJAK has been built and maintained to a consistently high standard since delivery and has benefited from careful ownership and ongoing investment over the years. Several members of the original build team have remained involved with the yacht and have contributed to her recent major refit. This continuity is unusual and provides a strong link between the yacht’s original design intent and her present condition.

Engines (2)

Make Caterpillar

Model 3152B
Fuel diesel
Type Inboard
Total HP4,500
Total Hours 20800

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Specifications

Builder Name North American Shipbuilding
Length 153'
Holding Tank 1 x 3785|liter
Fresh Water 1 x 15140|liter
Range 5,753.9 mi
ElectricalCircuit 110 V
Drive Type Direct

Full Details

Specifications

Length: 153' (46.63M)

Builder: North American Shipbuilding

Year: 2002

Refit: 2023 / 2026

Guests: 10

Guest Cabins: 5

Crew: 9

Asking Price: USD 11,900,000

US Duty: Paid

Overview

Length: 153' (46.63M)

Beam: 29’ 6” (8.99m)

Draft: 8’ 5” (2.28m)

Builder: North American Shipbuilding

Year: 2002

Refit: 2026

Speed: 14 /18 Knots

Construction: Aluminium

Gross Tonnage: 499 GRT

Net Tonnage: 149 T

Displacement: 240 T

Engine: 2 x Caterpillar 3512B 2250 hp

Exterior Designer: Luiz De Basto Designs

Interior Designer: Luiz De Basto Design

Interior Décor: Ralph Lauren Home

Construction: Roberto Lottini, Genesis

Naval Architecture: Sergio Cutolo, Hydro Tec

Flag: Cayman Islands

Classification: ABS

Main Features

Elevator services all decks
Accommodations for 10 guests in 5 staterooms, including an upper deck master
Built to ABS classification and MCA
Classic Ralph Lauren interior with African Makore mahogany and Tuscan marble stone throughout
Enclosed observation deck with 270-degree views
Large galley and pantry can easily provide for a full boat of guests
Cruising speed of 14 knots and max speed of 18 knots
Crew has private access and companionway to all decks
Reliable and powerful caterpillar 3512B engines
Extensively refitted in recent years
Boning monitoring system

Introduction

Her semi-displacement hull provides a perfect balance of seakeeping and efficiency, with twin Caterpillar 3512B engines delivering 2,250hp each at 1,925rpm. She cruises comfortably at 14 knots, has a maximum speed of 18 knots and a range of approximately 5,000 nautical miles at 11 knots.

Built to ABS classification and MCA compliance, KAJAK has been carefully maintained throughout her life. She is fully wheelchair accessible, with a custom dock lift and a full-service elevator providing access to all decks. Four fins Quantum Zero-Speed stabilisers provide additional comfort both underway and at anchor.

Capacities

Fuel capacity: 72,000 l / 19,000 USG

Water capacity: 15,140 l / 3,000 USG

Grey water capacity: 3,785 l / 1,000 USG

Consumption: 40 USG p/h

Range: 5,000nm (11 Knots)

Cruising speed: 14 Knots

Max speed: 18 Knots

Machinery

Engines: 2 x Caterpillar 3512B 2250 hp / 1677 kW

Main Engine Hours: 10,400 (top end completed in 2024)

Generators: 2 x Northern Lights 100kW

Generator Hours: 8,500

Emergency Generator: Fischer Panda 32kW

Propulsion: Straight Shaft Inboard

Gearboxes: ZF

Steering: Rodriguez

Shore power Units: 2 x 100A 3-Phase

ER Batteries: 14 x Odessey 1300 4D.

Bridge Batteries: 9 x Odessey 1300 4D

Generator Battery: Odessey 1300 4D

Stabilizers: 4 x Quantum Zero Speed

Air Conditioning: 4 x 10,000 BTU

Bow Thruster 100HP Hydraulic

Lift/Elevator: Yes

Water Makers: SEA-RO

Water Softeners: Spot Zero

Fuel Separator and Filtration: Alfa Laval

Sewage System: Hamman

Fresh Water System: 2 x Gianenneschi

Oily Water Separator: Compass water solutions

Air Compressor: Challenge Air ES-2D

Accommodations

Master Stateroom: 1 on the bridge deck

Double Guest Stateroom: 2 on the lower deck

Twin Guest Stateroom: 2 on the lower deck

Crew: 10 in 5 cabins

The vessel can accommodate 10 guests in 5 staterooms consisting of a bridge deck master suite with its own deck, 2 VIP suites and 2 twins, all with entertainment centres and en-suite bathroom facilities.

The master is located on the upper deck aft and features a large king-size bed in the centre of the space. The master has 2 walk-in closets and 2 ensuite bathrooms. Nine large vertical windows surround the master and provide 270-degree views. The master also features a private aft deck with a seating banquette; this is an ideal space to enjoy morning coffee or an evening cocktail.

There are 4 additional staterooms, 2 twin staterooms and 2 VIPs with queen-size beds, located on the lower deck. All have en-suite bathrooms. The starboard guest stateroom also has private access to the elevator.

Galley & Laundry Equipment

Main Galley

Cooktop: Wolf

Oven: Wolf

Microwave: LG

Freezer: Frigidaire

Refrigerator: Frigidaire

Dishwasher: Miele Professional

Walk in refrigerator / freezer: Custom

Crew Mess

Fridge: Haier drink fridge

Dishwasher: Miele Professional

Laundry

Washing Machines: Miele Professional (x2)

Dryers: Miele Professional (x2)

Communication Equipment

AMS: Boning system

Sat Com: Sailor 6018

Telephone System: Yealink VOIP

SSB: Sailor 6301

VHF: 2 x Furuno FM 8900S

Starlink: Starlink Marine (x2)

Navtex: Furuno NX-500

Navigation Equipment

Radars: 2 x Furuno

Gyrocompass: Sperry Marine

Magnetic Compass: C-Plath

Auto Pilot: C-Plath

Depth Sounder: 2 x Raytheon ST60

GPS: 2 x Furuno GP1780

Charts: Time Zero / Transas

Wind / Speed Log: B&G

Entertainment Equipment

AI connected infrastructure (Integrated Audio video and lighting)

Ipads for AI control

New TV’s throughout vessel in 2026

AI Swift Connectivity

Swift Smart Vessel Interface for centralized control

Multilingual interface capabilities

Scheduled events and automations

Smart dimming lighting system

Virtual Deck Watch

Boat-wide alerting system

Onboard movie server

Boat-wide music and entertainment audio

Ample CAT6 infrastructure throughout the vessel

VoIP phone

Two independent Starlink systems

Robust IT and network infrastructure and cybersecurity

Deck Equipment

Anchor Windlass: Muir

Aft Warping Capstans: Muir

Anchors: 2 x 500 LB Manson SS Anchors

Anchor Chain: 2 x 19 MM 330 ft

Boat Crane and Davits: Nautical Structures Davit (x2) on Bow 1000 LBS

Garage Crane: Gantry Crane 5000 LBS

Passarelle: CC Italy

Security Equipment

CCTV System: Axis

Cameras: Axis

Monitors: 6 x Seatronx, and through IPad’s

Fire Fighting Equipment

Fire Control System: Hi-Fog

Fire Extinguishers: Eversafe

Alarms: Autoprimce

LSA Equipment

Life Rafts: 4 x Elliot 12-person life rafts

Life Rings: 4

EPIRBS: 2 x MCMERDO

Medical Equipment: Medaire Global 10

AIS-SART: 2 x MCMERDO (new)

Life Jackets: 24 (new)

Immersion suits: 23

Inflatable lifejackets: 22

Tender & Toys

Williams 625 diesel (new 2026, (47 hrs) with new AIS)

2 x Yamaha Jet Blaster Pro 2 (new 2026)

2 x Wulf Aero Paddle boat (new 2026)

1 x Fliteboard (new 2026)

Refit History

2026

Maintenance of P/S exhaust overboard gate valves, anti-vibration joints, and valve base flanges
Service of twenty-four fuel oil valves
Service of transom door locking pin and sensors replacement
Service of eight quick close fuel valves
Tender door recess reinforcement with welded frame
Installation of jet skis mount bases
Welded of brackets to reinforce the transom door
Created a new window in the Master stateroom
Construction of a custom swimming ladder
Service of steering system electrical end
Service of gyro compass
Service of Quantum Stabilizers 2,000 hours
Rebuilt emergency generator of the mechanical end
Service of Main Engines injectors & set / adjust the valves
Touch ups and coating repairs around the hull
Installation of ten new ventilation fans to the guest and crew restrooms
Installation of six new underwater lights
Installation of new 24volt DC battery charger
Service of the Engine room port side ventilation fan
Propeller repair and balancing
Replaced the sacrificial anodes
Service of main valve heads and cooler cleaning of transmission
Service of walking fridge compressor
Service of fresh water pump No 2
Boning monitoring system update
Cleaned, inspected and painted the freshwater, greywater, and blackwater tanks
Teak deck caulking replacement on sundeck and bridge deck
Wiring harness on starboard engine replaced
New mufflers on the mains exhausts
Alfa laval rebuilt
Full Atlas system service
Jacuzzi heaters and controls replaced
Carpets replaced throughout interiors
Main salon remodelled with all new TV / sofas
Galley fridges replaced
Two new Starlink installed
Rewiring of the interiors, connecting AI commands
New TV's throughout
Lower guest VIP's now re-join as one full beam cabin with required cabinetry
Upper deck lounge new sofas and tables
Master cabin remodelled, opened aft panels for new windows, new walk-in closets

2024 / 2025

Sand and paint bottom 2 coats
Main Crossover- Disassemble remake main crossover
Galley Cook Top: Remove cooktop, relocate J-Box to a better location
Install new fan and re caulk.
Interior Cabinetry – replace missing hardware and adjust hinges, catches etc.
New A/C Chill water valves and air handlers
Install protection on marble flooring in the guest’s stateroom heads to protect from stains
Rebuild Hamann Macerator - Remove macerator pump and replace pipework.
Fore peak fire hydrant repair
Super Chlorination of vessel’s freshwater system
Cleaning of all tanks
Install 2 x new inspection hatches on generator cowling
Raw water union / pipework port generator
Replace day tank emergency fuel shut off valve for day port day tank
Day tank recirculation
Flush gens, main engines and hydraulic coolers with a Trac Cleaner
Run area clean descaler through black water pipework
Engine room delta cleaned
Light fixtures changed for LED marine fixtures with a minimum of 7500 lumens with integrated emergency lighting
Cross over and sea chest flush
Change rubber isolating strips on engine room deck plate framework
Engine room and forepeak deck plating removal and powder coat
Grey water pumps inspected and rebuilt
Port side crane battery isolation, batteries and flood light
New shore power cables and Glendening rollers
Jets pumps rebuilt
Replaced bellow for freshwater pumps
Fresh water tank suction repair
Install VFD on chilled water pumps
Hydraulic HPU temp sensor on bow thruster
Stabilizer 8000Hr Service - Drop fins, service lower / upper units and HPU.
Gangway gear box repair
Air handlers inspected and repaired as necessary
Fabricated new sea chest hull flanges
Emergency steering display
Install new Cathelco system
Fuel pipework for manifold repairs
Extraction blowers’ replacement
Re-seam the swim platform caulking
Various paint repairs
Polish entire vessel and ceramic coat
Install new underwater lights
Deck hatch seals
Swim platform paint repairs
Port side aft MD cleat repair
Mast stainless and chrome polished
Handrails bases replaced with caulking
Garage stern door refinishing
Hot tub repair and refinishing
Deck lighting repairs
Cushions and covers replaced
New fender covers and chafe gear
Deck scupper drains cleaned
Exterior deck fittings replaced or refinished
Exterior windows and port holes polish
Bridge window wipers maintenance