ABORA

Amel 55 ABORA (2015) – Phuket, ThailandPrivately owned Amel 55 in the desirable Pack Plus Comfort specification.Designed for serious bluewater cruising, offshore passagemaking and long-term liveaboard use, this Amel 55 combines the proven Amel ketch rig, extensive onboard autonomy and the ease of operation for which the yard is known.Why This Model?Among bluewater sailors, the Amel 55 is often considered alongside Hallberg-Rassy, Oyster and Discovery. Unlike many yachts in this size range, she was designed from the outset for short-handed ocean cruising, with protected watchkeeping, simplified sail handling and a strong focus on self-sufficiency offshore.Key HighlightsPack Plus Comfort specificationAmel ketch rigElectric furling mainsail and mizzenElectric Reckmann furling genoa and staysailVolvo Penta D3-110 (1,296 h)Onan 11 kW generatorDessalator watermaker (240 l/h)FleetBroadband FB250 satellite communicationsStarlink internetElectric bow thrusterAir conditioning throughoutWebasto diesel heatingNever charteredMajor mechanical systems serviced in April 2026Walk The BoatThe protected centre cockpit allows safe operation in offshore conditions, while the ketch sail plan and electric furling systems keep sail handling manageable for a couple.Below deck, the three-cabin, two-head layout is complemented by substantial tankage, generator support, watermaker and long-range communications equipment. Together, these features make the yacht particularly well suited to ocean crossings, remote cruising grounds and extended periods away from marinas.Other Main OptionsOffshore & Cruising EquipmentOnan 11 kW generatorDessalator 240 l/h watermakerStarlink internetFleetBroadband FB250Iridium satellite communicationsFuruno AIS transponderFuruno radarB&G H3000 navigation suiteFuruno NavPilot autopilotSailing & Deck EquipmentElectric furling mainsailElectric furling mizzenElectric furling genoaElectric furling staysail7 Lewmar electric/manual winchesElectric bow thrusterHydraulic gangwayHydraulic transmission with shaft brakeFolding propeller with Spurs rope cutterElectric anchor windlass with cockpit controlsSecondary electric anchor windlassIncluded EquipmentZodiac 8-person liferaftAB aluminium-bottom dinghyMercury 9.9 hp outboardLayout & PerformanceLOA: 17.30 mBeam: 4.99 mDraft: 2.21 mDisplacement: 24 tFuel Capacity: 900 lWater Capacity: 800 lCabins: 3Heads: 2Engine: Volvo Penta D3-110 (110 hp)Generator: Onan 11 kWConditionPrivate family ownership. Never chartered.Offered for sale due to the owner's age. According to the owner, all major mechanical systems were serviced in April 2026.AlternativesHallberg-Rassy 57, Oyster 56, Discovery 55, Moody DS54, Oyster 575 and similar offshore cruising yachts.Travel ConvenienceLocated in Phuket, Thailand.Viewings by appointment. Whatsapp me for more photos & details!