Flyaway
49′ · 2003 · Grand Banks 49 Eastbay HX · Westbrook, Connecticut
About Flyaway
<p><strong><em>Flyaway</em></strong> is in <em>exceptional</em> condition, a beautifully maintained Grand Banks Eastbay 49 and arguably the best-maintained 49 HX currently available on the market. Combining classic Downeast styling, C. Raymond Hunt’s efficient constant-deadrise hull, and the highly desirable Caterpillar C-12 power package. Fast, maneuverable, and comfortable, she offers 360-degree visibility from the helm, easy handling with widely spaced propellers and a bow thruster, and impressive fuel efficiency at both cruising and displacement speeds. She also features a factory custom laundry closet with a washer and dryer. In 2021–22, she underwent a comprehensive refit, including a new electronics suite, proactive engine and generator service, replacement of both aftercoolers, fresh exterior varnish, new canvas and isinglass, bottom and nonskid paint, and numerous additional upgrades. Meticulously cared for and stored with exterior teak always under cover when not used, <em>Flyaway</em> stands out as one of the finest and best-equipped Eastbay 49s available.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Recent Improvements and Upgrades:</em></strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>All soft goods redone by Topside Canvas, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>New custom matress in master cabin - <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Helm top refinished with new nonskid, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Radar mast painted, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Aft cockpit gunnel top re-Awlgripped, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Hull imperfections repaired with touch-up paint, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Exterior helm windows painted and recaulked, <strong> 2026</strong></li><li>Exterior house eyebrow teak re-varnished, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>Starboard engine exhaust elbow replaced, <strong>2026</strong></li><li>New Fusion audio system and (6) new speakers, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>New solar panels, charge controllers and solar monitoring system, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>New Mastervolt battery monitor, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>Starlink installed, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>Propellers rebalanced by Hale, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>Cutlass bearings replaced, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>Fresh PropSpeed on all running gear - <strong>2026</strong></li><li>(2) new starting batteries, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>New helm-area dining table by Arrigoni Design, <strong>2025</strong></li><li>Generator heat exchanger replaced, <strong>2024</strong></li></ul><p><br></p> <br> <i> Resolute Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by East Coast Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel </i>
Specifications
Overview
- Builder
- Grand Banks
- Model
- 49 Eastbay HX
- Year
- 2003
- Category
- Express Cruiser
- Condition
- Used
- Hull
- Fiberglass, Deep Vee
- Location
- Westbrook, Connecticut
Dimensions
- Length overall
- 48′ 11″ (14.9 m)
- Beam
- 16′ (4.88 m)
- Draft
- 4′ 6″ (1.37 m)
Accommodations
- Cabins
- 2
- Heads
- 2
Performance
- Cruise speed
- 26 kn
- Maximum speed
- 32 kn
Machinery
- Engines
- 2 × Caterpillar C-12, 705 hp each
- Engine hours
- 2,420
- Fuel
- Diesel
Tankage
- Fuel
- 775 gal
- Fresh water
- 176 gal
- Holding
- 80 gal
Equipment
- Stabilizers
- None
Specifications from the IYBA listing, listed 7 weeks ago. Confirm details with your broker before relying on them.
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Kevin Frawley, Yacht Broker
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