This small yacht makes the most of its space! Galeon 440 Fly

The contemporary Galeon 440 Fly made its global debut at boot Düsseldorf in January 2023. Designed with Tony Castro Design Studio, it belongs to Galeon’s fourth-generation range and is distinct from the older 440 Fly bearing the same name. Its profile combines extensive hull glazing, large saloon windows and a glazed flybridge surround. The related 450 HTC shares its hull and interior accommodation but substitutes a hardtop arrangement for the flying bridge.

Built in Poland, the 440 Fly uses GRP construction and a planing hull. Overall length is 13.97 metres, with a hull length of 12.58 metres and a normal beam of 4.20 metres. Opening both cockpit balconies increases the maximum beam to 6.35 metres. Published European light-craft displacement is 16.6–17.7 tonnes, depending on specification. Fuel capacity totals 1,700 litres in two tanks, while freshwater capacity is 425 litres. The model carries CE category B certification and a maximum persons limit of 14.

The main deck places the galley forward to port, opposite the lower helm, leaving the aft saloon for seating and dining. A large starboard helm door gives direct access to the side deck. Three-part aft glazing opens the saloon towards the cockpit, and a movable section of the saloon seating helps connect the two areas. The partially glazed folding balconies form waterside terraces, while the available hydraulic bathing platform can launch a tender and provide easier access to the water.

Below deck, the two-cabin arrangement provides a midships owner’s cabin and a forward VIP, each with access to its own bathroom. A three-cabin alternative adds a bunk cabin for six overnight guests, retaining two bathrooms but reducing their dimensions. The owner’s accommodation has substantial hull windows and storage, although ceiling heights vary beneath the main deck. Interior finishes have included matte dark walnut and grey-toned wood treatments; equipment and decorative specifications differ between individual boats.

Twin Volvo Penta D6-480 diesels with shaft propulsion are a principal engine installation. D6-440 shaft-drive boats, IPS installations and examples with twin D8-600 engines also exist. Published performance estimates reach approximately 30 knots, but individual trials have produced lower results: a D6-440 example achieved 27.4 knots. Indicative cruising range is around 200–240 nautical miles for that configuration, with loading, speed, sea conditions and hull condition affecting the result.

Above, the flybridge combines a second helm, companion seating, an aft dining area and an available wet bar. The foredeck provides adjustable sunbathing cushions and forward-facing seating, with optional shade. Equipment choices include transom cooking facilities, generators, air-conditioning, thrusters, automatic trim control and navigation electronics. Conceived for owner-operation rather than a permanent crew, the 440 Fly accommodates family coastal cruising and island-hopping while retaining several separate places to gather aboard.