Inboard trawler Swift 54

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Overview

The Swift Trawler 54 is a long-range motor yacht conceived for comfortable family cruising and extended passagemaking. It pairs expansive outdoor living areas with practical onboard arrangements to support long voyages and leisure activities.

Design & exterior

The boat features a spacious cockpit, a large flybridge with extensive seating, and a versatile foredeck that converts between U-shaped seating, dining area and a large sunpad with fender/storage below. Stern equipment includes a 400 kg tender lift, dedicated storage for kayaks and paddleboards, and a hydraulic swim platform with adaptive dinghy chocks.

Interior & layout

The interior delivers a functional galley, a raised passagemaker dinette, a generous saloon and an architectural flybridge stair. Standard accommodation provides three cabins (six berths) with an optional single crew berth; en-suite bathrooms include separate shower cubicles and premium surfaces to create a warm, social onboard environment.

Design & naval architecture

Naval architecture by Dixon Naval Architects and styling by Andreani Design. The hull uses the Dixon Yacht Design Fusion form to optimise performance and seakeeping, complemented by Sleipner Vector Gen 3 fins for stability and 360° control.

Main innovations & options

• Silent Boat Pack: solar-assisted system providing increased on-anchor autonomy (up to ~10 hours without generator) with lithium battery bank support.
• Easy-load lazarette and dedicated flybridge stowage for water toys and equipment.
• Tender handling: 400 kg tender lift and adaptive chocks on the hydraulic swim platform.
• Interior joinery options: Alpi Teak or Alpi Oak finishes.

Awards

The Swift Trawler 54 has received industry recognition including nominations and awards such as European Powerboat of the Year 2025 (nominated) and Motorboat Award 2025 (winner).

Layouts & notable equipment (examples)

• Silent Boat Pack configuration: T-Top flybridge (fixed), 18 solar panels (total 2,540 Wp: 10 x 150 Wp + 8 x 130 Wp), 10 lithium batteries (200 Ah - 24 V).
• Flybridge / foredeck options: large U-shaped lounge with storage and folding table; wetbar with sink and optional fridge and grill; convertible bow sundeck with optional table.
• Main deck: separate saloon and dining area convertible to an extra berth; full galley with ample storage; pilot station with swivel pilot seat.
• Lower deck: full-beam owner cabin with en-suite head and rain shower; VIP forward cabin; third cabin with single berths; linen store sized for washer/dryer.

Technical specifications

• Length Overall: 17.13 m
• Beam Overall: 4.98 m
• Lightship Displacement: 21,518 kg
• Air Draught Max: 6.54 m
• Draught Max: 1.14 m
• Fuel Capacity: 2 x 1,720 L
• Water Capacity: 2 x 400 L
• Max. engine power: 2 x 550 HP
• Cabin number: 3 (standard layout)
• CE Certification: B14 / C14