Hunt Yachts, long known for building offshore-capable yachts with timeless style, has construction well underway on its newest model — the Hunt Ocean 56. Designed for owners who actively use their boats, this new 56-footer blends confident offshore performance, refined craftsmanship, and an unusually personal approach to yacht ownership.
At just under 60 feet, the Hunt 56 hits a sweet spot for owner-operators: large enough to be genuinely luxurious, yet manageable enough to run without a crew. The layout is created for extended time aboard, with a bright, open salon offering panoramic views, two private en-suite staterooms, and a versatile lower lounge that easily converts from a daytime workspace to an overnight guest cabin.
Where the Hunt 56 truly distinguishes itself is below the waterline. The yacht is built on the legendary Hunt Deep-V hull — a design that has defined offshore performance for decades. Refined through generations of real-world experience, the Deep-V delivers a ride that is soft, dry, and reassuringly stable when seas turn less than ideal. It’s the kind of hull that lets owners keep moving when others are forced to turn back.
Power comes from twin Volvo IPS 950s, giving the Hunt 56 a top speed of approximately 30 knots in flybridge configuration and up to 32 knots for the express version. More important than top speed, however, is how comfortably and efficiently the yacht covers distance — making longer cruises feel easy and relaxed.
As with every model in Hunt’s Ocean Series, customization is a defining part of the building experience. From stateroom layouts and galley configurations to interior finishes and soft goods, the Hunt 56 can be tailored to reflect each owner’s individual style and cruising plans, while still preserving the clean, timeless Hunt aesthetic.
Backing the yacht is the strength of The Hinckley Company. Every Hunt Ocean 56 is delivered with Hinckley’s commissioning support, and access to a growing network of service yards from Maine to Florida. Owners also receive a dedicated Hunt service manager, ensuring knowledgeable support wherever their cruising takes them.
Adding to that confidence is Hunt’s hands-on owner-onboarding program. New owners receive one-on-one training, covering everything from handling to onboard systems.
In short, the Hunt Ocean 56 is built for people who want to spend more time on the water and less time worrying about their boat. Choose flybridge or express, add the optional Seakeeper, Starlink, and wine cooler, and you’re ready to cast off — and keep going.
