North Pacific Yachts Launches New 49 Pilothouse

49 Pilothouse

North Pacific Yachts of Delta BC will have the first example of its new 49′ Pilothouse on display on the Lake Union docks at the Seattle Boat Show January 24-February 2.

The NP49 is a new design that incorporates the principles and features of NPY’s other successful models to provide comfortable and economical cruising. It will be finished with a hand-crafted teak interior, including teak and holly floors, granite countertops, routed cabinet trim and other fine touches. The full-beam salon provides a huge salon/galley area that is customizable to suit owner requirements. The NP49 is offered with a variety of two and three-stateroom layout options. In addition to NPY’s usual standard equipment list, the 49 is fitted with standard hydronic heating and electronic engine controls.

www.northpacificyachts.com/49/
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