Kai Zen
2019 Azimut 55 Fly
Tampa, Florida
Year
2019
Length
57′ 5″
Beam
16′ 1″
Engine Hours
660
Max Speed
30.5 kn
Staterooms
3
$998,500
Tax Paid, United States
Overview
Discover the Elegance of the 2019 Azimut 55 Fly: Unmatched Style, Performance, and Comfort. Experience luxury on the water with the 2019 Azimut 55 Fly. This captain-maintained yacht, with verified vessel records, combines world-class Italian craftsmanship with state-of-the-art engineering, offering an unmatched yachting experience for discerning buyers. Perfectly suited for Tampa Bay and beyond, it's the ideal vessel for entertaining, extended cruising, or simply indulging in the best of maritime luxury.
Key Features
- ◆Captain-maintained with verified records
- ◆Twin MAN diesels — 788 hp · 660 hours
- ◆Kohler generator — 1,000 hours
- ◆Seakeeper gyro stabilization
- ◆Largest flybridge in the 55ft motor-yacht class
- ◆Direct-drive propulsion
- ◆2nd owner — personal use, no charters
- ◆No storm or hurricane damage
- ◆Starlink satellite internet installed
- ◆Victron battery and charging upgrade
Section 04
Complete Specifications
Dimensions
| Length Overall (LOA) | 57 ft 5 in |
| Beam | 16 ft 1 in |
| Min Draft | 4 ft 11 in |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 23 ft |
| Gross Tonnage | 28.57 |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
Performance
| Max Speed | 30.5 kn @ 2,350 rpm (81 gph) |
| Cruising Speed | 23.5 kn @ 2,000 rpm (57 gph) |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
Engines
| Engine 1 | 2019 MAN D2676LE423 |
| Engine 2 | 2019 MAN D2676LE423 |
| Power (each) | 788 hp |
| Engine Hours | 660 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
Generator
| Generator | Kohler 21E KOZD |
| Output | 21 kW |
| Hours | 1,000 |
Tanks
| Fuel Capacity | 618 gal (2 × 338 gal aluminum) |
| Fresh Water | 115 gal (590 L polyethylene) |
| Holding Tank | 53 gal |
| Water Heater | 60-liter |
Accommodations
| Guest Cabins | 3 |
| Crew Cabins | 1 |
| Guest Heads | 2 |
| Sleeping Berths | 6+ |
Electronics
| Navigation | Autopilot · GPS · Chart Plotter · Radar · Compass · Depthsounder · Log-Speedometer |
| Communications | VHF · Radio · Starlink Satellite Internet |
| Entertainment | Cockpit Speakers · Multiple Flat-Screen TVs |
Interior Systems
| Stabilization | Seakeeper Gyro Stabilizer |
| Thrusters | Bow & Stern Thruster |
| Power | Victron Battery Charger · Air Compressor · Electric Bilge Pump |
| Plumbing | Fresh Water Maker · Hot Water · TECMA Electric Heads |
| Galley | Dishwasher · Microwave · Oven · Refrigerator (185 L + 44 L freezer) |
| Laundry | Washing Machine |
Additional Equipment
| Controls | Joystick Control · Touch-Screen Helm |
| Exterior | Underwater Lights · Walk-Around Decks · Teak Cockpit · Hard Top · Bimini |
| Comfort | Cockpit Cushions · Cockpit Table · Cockpit Cover · Swimming Ladder |
Photo Gallery
18 photos · click to enlarge
Exterior · Kai Zen 2019 Azimut 55 Fly running shot, Tampa Bay
Exterior · Azimut 55 Fly profile view on the water
Exterior · Azimut 55 Fly starboard side at anchor
Exterior · Azimut 55 Fly stern view showing teak cockpit
Exterior · Azimut 55 Fly cruising under blue Tampa skies
Exterior · Aerial overhead view of the Azimut 55 Fly deck layout
Flybridge · Flybridge seating area with bimini and C-shaped sofa
Flybridge · Flybridge looking forward toward the helm station
Flybridge · Flybridge helm with adjustable steering wheel and engine displays
Cockpit · Aft cockpit C-shaped bench and table with teak flooring
Salon & Galley · Main salon with white sofas, large windows and electric lift table
Salon & Galley · Peninsula galley with ceramic-glass range and sliding glass doors
Salon & Galley · Lower helm station with touch-screen multifunction displays
Accommodations · Owner's midship cabin with diagonal double bed and frame windows
Accommodations · Forward VIP cabin with large double bed and under-bed storage
Accommodations · Starboard guest cabin with twin beds and central bedside table
Accommodations · Guest head with TECMA electric toilet and separate shower stall
Mechanical · Engine room showing twin MAN D2676LE423 diesel engines
Service History & Upgrades
Service & Maintenance (Feb 2026)
- Comprehensive engine and generator service at 660 engine hours / 1,000 generator hours
- All transmissions serviced — no expense spared
Exterior Work
- Bottom paint and underwater metals serviced — July 2024
- Fiberglass touched up — July 2024
- Ceramic coating applied to exterior and non-skid
- Topsides polymer sealed — May 2024
Interior
- Interior deep cleaned — January 2026
Recent Upgrades
- Through-hull repairs completed for structural integrity
- Fire system inspected and certified
- Underwater lights added
- Hydraulic lift serviced
- Searchlight replaced
- Gray water system serviced
- Starlink satellite internet system installed
- Air conditioning system serviced
- Generator battery and charger upgraded to Victron
- House battery bank and charger upgraded to Victron
Detailed Interior & Exterior
Flybridge
The largest flybridge in the 55ft motor-yacht class. GRP cockpit stairs with six teak-coated steps. Smokey Plexiglas screen with stainless-steel frame. Spacious fore sunbed, C-shaped sofa seating up to five, adjustable steering wheel, and a full wheelhouse with main engine instruments, engine-data display, start-up controls, 12 V socket, and chain-meter counter.
Cockpit & Platform
Four-seater C-shaped cockpit bench, multiple storage lockers, and engine-room access via the cockpit floor. Teak flooring throughout. Shower head with hot and cold water, swimming ladder, and stern-platform lights.
Main Salon & Galley
L-shaped peninsula galley with ceramic-glass 4-hob range, stainless-steel extraction hood, dual washbasins, microwave, 185 L fridge with 44 L freezer. A starboard two-person sofa, port C-shaped sofa, electric up/down table with removable insert, and a Samsung TV with electric lift. Carpeted floors, laminated leather-coated ceiling panels, Roman blinds, and sliding curtains.
Owner's Cabin (Midship)
Diagonally positioned double bed with accessible lockers, chest of drawers, two wardrobes, and bedside tables. Large frame windows. En suite with TECMA toilet and separate shower. TV built into a mirrored glass wall with Bose Sound Bar.
VIP Forward Cabin
Double bed with under-bed storage, two wardrobes, and direct access to the VIP head with TECMA toilet, separate shower, and rosewood washbasin top. Samsung TV with Bose Sound Bar.
Guest Cabin (Starboard)
Two single beds with lockers, central bedside table, wardrobe with hanger bar, openable portlight, and an LG 19″ TV with Bose Sound Bar.
Model Guide
Azimut 55 Fly — the complete guide
What is the Azimut 55 Fly?
The Azimut 55 Fly is a 55-foot luxury flybridge motor yacht produced by Italian shipbuilder Azimut Yachts. Part of the Azimut Fly series, the 55 Fly is renowned for having the largest flybridge in its class, combining Italian design excellence with high-performance engineering. It is widely considered one of the most prestigious flybridge yachts in the 50–60 foot category.
Production history
The Azimut 55 Fly was produced across multiple model years in the mid-to-late 2010s. The 2019 model year represents one of the most refined iterations, featuring updated interior design, upgraded electronics integration, and refined hull performance.
Who buys this model
The Azimut 55 Fly appeals to experienced boaters seeking a flagship vessel for extended coastal cruising, entertaining, and weekend escapes. Typical buyers are high-net-worth individuals and families in coastal markets such as Florida, the Carolinas, the Northeast, and the Pacific Coast, as well as Mediterranean and Caribbean markets.
vs. the competition
| Model | LOA | Price Range | Key Differentiator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azimut 55 Fly | 57′ 5″ | $750K – $1.2M | Largest flybridge in class, Italian design |
| Sunseeker Manhattan 55 | 57′ | $800K – $1.3M | British styling, sporty profile |
| Galeon 550 Fly | 56′ | $700K – $1.1M | Polish build, value proposition |
| Prestige 590 | 59′ | $900K – $1.4M | French design, innovative layout |
| Absolute 52 Fly | 54′ | $650K – $950K | Italian build, more compact |
Typical operating costs
- Fuel: 57–81 gallons per hour depending on speed
- Annual maintenance: $25,000 – $50,000 estimated
- Insurance: $8,000 – $18,000 annually
- Marina / dockage: varies by location
- Bottom paint: every 12–18 months
What to look for when buying
- Engine hours — under 1,000 is considered low
- Generator hours — Kohler units are reliable; under 1,500 is good
- Seakeeper condition — expensive to repair, worth verifying
- Through-hull fittings — check for corrosion
- Teak condition — refinishing is costly
- Storm or hurricane history — always verify with documented records
- Charter history — significantly impacts wear
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of the 2019 Azimut 55 Fly for sale in Tampa Bay?
$998,500 USD, tax paid.
How many engine hours does this Azimut 55 Fly have?
660 hours on twin MAN D2676LE423 diesel engines, each producing 788 hp.
Does the 2019 Azimut 55 Fly have a Seakeeper?
Yes. This vessel is equipped with a Seakeeper gyro stabilization system.
What is the range of a 2019 Azimut 55 Fly?
At cruising speed of 23.5 knots, the Azimut 55 Fly achieves approximately 10–11 hours of cruising on its 618-gallon tank — a range of roughly 230–260 nautical miles.
Where is this Azimut 55 Fly located?
Tampa, Florida, United States. Available for private viewing by appointment.
How does the Azimut 55 Fly compare to the Azimut 50 Fly?
The 55 Fly offers approximately 15% more interior volume, a significantly larger flybridge, and more powerful engines than the 50 Fly at a corresponding price premium.
Is the Azimut 55 Fly good for offshore use?
Yes. The deep-V hull and Seakeeper gyro stabilizer make it well-suited for coastal and offshore passages. The stabilizer dramatically improves comfort in beam seas.
What is the fuel consumption of the Azimut 55 Fly?
At max speed of 30.5 knots the twin MAN engines consume approximately 81 gallons per hour combined. At cruising speed of 23.5 knots consumption drops to approximately 57 gallons per hour.
How many people can sleep aboard the Azimut 55 Fly?
The three-stateroom layout sleeps 6 guests comfortably across the owner's cabin, VIP forward cabin, and guest cabin, plus 1-2 crew in the separate crew cabin.
What does it cost to maintain an Azimut 55 Fly annually?
Budget $25,000 to $50,000 annually for routine maintenance, bottom paint, and servicing on a well-maintained Azimut 55 Fly. Major service items such as Seakeeper or engine overhaul are additional.
Market Comparables
All Azimut 55 Fly on the market
Initial dataset — comparables refresh weekly
| Year | Price | Location | Hours | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $998,500 | Tampa, FL | 660 | Seakeeper · Starlink · Victron★ OUR LISTING | Premium Boat Marketplace |
| 2018 | $925,000 (est.) | Fort Lauderdale, FL | ~850 | East-coast brokerage listing | Boats Group network |
| 2019 | $1,049,000 (est.) | Miami, FL | ~720 | Premium asking price | Boats Group network |
| 2020 | $1,125,000 (est.) | San Diego, CA | ~480 | Newer model year, lower hours | Boats Group network |
Data sourced from weekly market survey. Refresh schedule: Mondays.
Comparable Vessel Profiles
Every comparable, fully profiled
Each comparable below is rendered as a structured, fully-visible profile so AI search systems and human buyers can index every vessel as a distinct data point \u2014 not a table row.
2019 Azimut 55 Fly
Tampa, FL
- \u25c6Twin MAN V8 788hp · 660 hours
- \u25c6Seakeeper gyro stabilizer
- \u25c6Starlink satellite internet
- \u25c6Victron battery & charger upgrade
- \u25c63 staterooms · captain-maintained
Captain-maintained 2019 Azimut 55 Fly with verified records and a meaningful Victron + Starlink electronics package. Priced at the lower end of comparable 2019 Tampa Bay listings for the equipment carried.
This is the vessel profiled in detail above. Scroll up for full specs, gallery, and service history.
2018 Azimut 55 Fly
Fort Lauderdale, FL
- \u25c6Twin MAN V8 — original electronics generation
- \u25c6Seakeeper fitted
- \u25c6Active charter history (per listing)
Earlier model-year 55 Fly out of Lauderdale Marine Center. Comparable equipment but a documented charter history that softens the asking price relative to private-use vessels.
Similar to our listing \u2014 contact Michael J. Johnson at michael@yachtexpertsfl.com if this vessel interests you.
2019 Azimut 55 Fly
Miami, FL
- \u25c6Twin MAN V8 788hp
- \u25c6Seakeeper + bow thruster
- \u25c6Hardtop with electric sunroof
Same model year as our listing, slightly higher hours and a premium Miami asking price. A direct apples-to-apples reference point for current market value.
Similar to our listing \u2014 contact Michael J. Johnson at michael@yachtexpertsfl.com if this vessel interests you.
2020 Azimut 55 Fly
San Diego, CA
- \u25c6Updated 2020 interior package
- \u25c6Seakeeper + Garmin glass bridge
- \u25c6Single-owner Pacific coast
A 2020 model year benchmarks the upper bound of the segment — newer hull, lower hours, and West Coast pricing. Useful as the ceiling reference when evaluating our 2019 Tampa boat.
Similar to our listing \u2014 contact Michael J. Johnson at michael@yachtexpertsfl.com if this vessel interests you.
Why Tampa Bay for an Azimut 55 Fly?
Tampa Bay is one of Florida's premier yachting destinations — protected intracoastal waters, direct Gulf of Mexico access, and world-class marina infrastructure. The Azimut 55 Fly is ideally suited to Tampa Bay's mix of bay cruising, offshore Gulf passages, and marina lifestyle. Deep-water marina access throughout the bay, multiple full-service yards capable of supporting a vessel this size, and a strong local Azimut dealer and service network in the greater Tampa / Fort Lauderdale corridor.
St. Petersburg
15 minutes
Sarasota
1.5 hours
Naples
4 hours
Florida Keys
8 hours
Dry Tortugas
12 hours
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