Palm Beach PB70 For Sale

The Palm Beach PB70 is a 23.24-metre Downeast motor yacht that represents the Australian builder at the height of its powers, a flagship-calibre cruiser that blends classic lobster-boat proportions with the volume, range and refinement expected of a true long-range yacht. Her purposeful 5.83-metre beam, sweeping sheerline and gently raked bow give her the unmistakable Palm Beach presence, while beneath the timeless styling sits a thoroughly modern platform engineered for efficient, confident passage-making in comfort.

Central to the PB70 is Palm Beach’s proprietary V-WARP Technology, a warped semi-displacement hull laid up in high-grade E-Glass with epoxy resins and extensive carbon fibre, fused to the deck, bulkheads and superstructure for a structure that is light, stiff and exceptionally strong. The fine entry and finely tuned running surfaces deliver the soft, dry and level ride for which the marque is celebrated, together with outstanding fuel economy. Standard twin Volvo Penta IPS 1200S engines of 900 horsepower drive her to a 33-knot top speed and a 28-knot cruise with a range of around 788 nautical miles, while the optional twin IPS 1350S of 1,000 horsepower lift top speed to 34 knots and extend range to approximately 933 nautical miles at a relaxed cruising pace.

Below, the PB70 accommodates up to six guests across three staterooms, with a full-beam master suite that takes full advantage of her generous width and natural light. The hand-crafted timber joinery, fine finishes and considered detailing give the interior the warmth and permanence of a much larger yacht, while a flexible layout allows each owner to tailor the accommodation and galley arrangement to the way they intend to cruise. Heads are generous, storage is abundant, and systems are arranged for genuine self-sufficiency on extended voyages.

The main deck is a model of sociable, single-level living, uniting galley, dinette and helm with a deep cockpit through wide sliding doors and wrapping the whole in expansive glazing that keeps the sea ever present. Wide, secure side decks lead forward to a practical foredeck with seating, while the cockpit and swim platform make boarding, watersports and tender handling straightforward. Flybridge and skylounge options add a commanding upper helm and further lounging, dining and entertaining space for long days at anchor in the sun.

Designed by founder and champion ocean racer Mark Richards, the PB70 is built factory-direct and individually finished to each owner’s specification under his personal supervision, so that every example is a true bespoke yacht. For owners who want the reassurance of proven offshore capability, the economy of an efficient semi-displacement hull and the craftsmanship of a hand-built Australian motor yacht, the PB70 offers a rare and compelling combination, equally suited to ambitious coastal cruising and serious ocean passages.