Viking 50C Gen 3Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3Viking 48C Gen 3
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Viking 50C Gen 3
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Viking 48C Gen 3

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Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the Viking 50C and the Viking 48C. The Viking Yachts 50C features a GRP planing hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 15.75m/51'8" and beam of 5.21m/17'1" provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The Viking Yachts 48C offers a very similar length of 16.2m/53'2", with a very similar beam of 5.2m/17'1",

Interested in owning a Viking Yachts 50C or Viking Yachts 48C? Explore all globally available Viking Yachts 50C for sale and Viking Yachts 48C for sale verified through YachtBuyer MarketWatch, free of fake listings, or check out all similar models from Viking Yachts for sale.

At a Glance

Viking 50C Gen 3

Status
In Production
2025 - Present

Viking 48C Gen 3

Status
Discontinued
2016 - 2025
Viking 50C Gen 3 illustration
51' 8"  

Beam 17' 1"

Draft 4' 10" at Full Load

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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7 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7

6 Guests or 7 is Optional  

3 Cabins

Viking 48C Gen 3 illustration
53' 2" inc. Pulpit 

Beam 17' 1"

Draft 4' 7"

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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6 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6

 

3 Cabins

Performance

  • Cruising Speed

  • Viking 50C Gen 3
    No Data
  • Viking 48C Gen 3
    0
    knots
  • Top Speed

  • Viking 50C Gen 3
    No Data
  • Viking 48C Gen 3
    0
    knots

Range

Fuel Capacity

  • Viking 50C

    -
  • Viking 48C

    -

Interior

For most buyers, interior layout, finish and especially space will rank as some of the most important factors when choosing a yacht, here you can see how your chosen yachts directly compare.

Viking 50C Gen 3, Interior Viking 50C Gen 3, Interior
Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3, Interior Viking 48C Gen 3, Interior
Viking 48C Gen 3

Accommodation

Cabin design and luxury should deliver a place of real sanctuary for the Owner or guests, with finish, space and light all key.

Viking 50C Gen 3, Accommodation Viking 50C Gen 3, Accommodation
Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3, Accommodation Viking 48C Gen 3, Accommodation
Viking 48C Gen 3

Helm Station

Whether it will be the Owner or skipper taking control, helm positions should ensure excellent visibility, supportive seating and a design that delivers clear instrumentation.

Viking 50C Gen 3, Helm Station Viking 50C Gen 3, Helm Station
Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3, Helm Station Viking 48C Gen 3, Helm Station
Viking 48C Gen 3

Deck Areas

As well as being a place to enjoy the real essence of yachting lifestyle, decks are also a serious work area and each area must be safe, practical and so fun to use.

Viking 50C Gen 3, Deck Area Viking 50C Gen 3, Deck Area
Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3, Deck Area Viking 48C Gen 3, Deck Area
Viking 48C Gen 3

Flybridge

A superb place to enjoy days or nights on the water, this raised deck and driving position adds another dimension to yacht ownership and the driving experience.

Viking 50C Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck Viking 50C Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Viking 50C Gen 3
Viking 48C Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck Viking 48C Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Viking 48C Gen 3

Compare Layouts

Flybridge

Viking 50C Gen 3

 

Viking 48C Gen 3

 

Main Deck

Viking 50C Gen 3

Standard

Optional crossover forward cabin Option

Viking 48C Gen 3

 

LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

Viking 50C Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range -
  • Average Age -

Available to order

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Rivals to Viking 50C

Viking 48C Used Prices

Discontinued: Built 2016 - 2025

  • Average Price* $2.2m
  • Price Range $1.7m - $2.6m
  • Average Age 5 years
$
$
$2.2m
$1.7m
$2.6m
$2.2m

*Based on 6 yachts offered for sale in the last 3 years.
These yachts ranged from 2 - 7yrs old.


Rivals to Viking 48C

Specification Data

Model Name:Viking 50C Gen 3Viking 48C Gen 3
Builder:Viking YachtsViking Yachts
Range:Viking OpenViking Open
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Sportfisher Sportfisher, Flybridge
Use Types: Day Fishing Big Game Fishing, Day Fishing
LOA: 51' 8" 53' 2" (Inc. Pulpit)
Max Beam: 17' 1" 17' 1"
Draft: 4' 10"  (Full Load) 4' 7"
Gross Tonnage: - 30 GT
Displacement: 66,630 Lbs  
(Full Load)
66,341 Lbs  
(Approx)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 1,000 Gallons 1,215 Gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: 180 Gallons 178 Gallons
Black Water capacity: 52 Gallons 52 Gallons
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Viking Yachts Viking Yachts
Interior Designer: Viking Yachts Viking Yachts
Accommodation
Guests: 6 (Optional 7) 6
Cabins: 3 3
Berths:2x Queen1x Bunk Bed1x Queen2x Bunk Beds
Guests Heads: 2 2
Shared Day Heads: 1 1
Crew
Crew:  (Crew not required)  (Crew not required)
Crew Cabins: - -
Crew Heads: - -
Engines & Performance
Max Speed: - 40 knots
Max Range: - 332 NM @ 36 knots
Engine Options:

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Brand: MAN MAN MAN MAN
Model:V8-1000V8-1200V8-1000V8-1200
Qty: x2 x2 x2 x2
Power: 1,000 MHP (735 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
1,200 bhp (882 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
1,000 MHP (735 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
1,200 bhp (882 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
Max Speed: - - - 40 knots
Cruising Speed: - - - 36 knots  
Economic Speed: - - - 30 knots @ 1800 rpm 
Cylinders: 8 Cylinder 8 Cylinder 8 Cylinder 8 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

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