Philbrook's Express 58

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  • Vessel Specifications and Comments

    • LOA: 58' 0"
    • LWL: 55' 0"
    • Beam: 15' 0"
    • Draft: 3' 4"
    • Displacement: 50,000 lbs
    • Fuel: 800 US gallons
    • Fresh Water: 100 US gallons
    • Power: Horse Power @

    • General Comments: The "Express 58" will typically provide 30 knot performance. Accommodation will depend on the specific requirements of each owner. For example, the layout shown below will very comfortably accommodate a couple and up to two crew members. Alternative layouts provide accommodation for as many as 3 couples. Alternative layout options include a bow cockpit, double size bunks, alternative power plants, and split galley layouts.  

About the Builders - Philbrooks Boatyard

Established in 1950, Philbrook's Boatyard has a well-know history of large custom yacht contruction in wood, composite, and aluminum. For more information, contact:

Drew Irwin
tel: 1+ 250.656.1157
web site:
www.philbrooks.com
address:
2324 Harbour Road
Sidney British Columbia
V8L 2P6 Canada

Designer's Comments

Design Review of the Philbrook's Express 47 PDF
Gerry Kidd, Pacific Yachting, April 2003

This handsome cruiser was designed by Gabriola Island naval architect Tad Roberts for Philbrook's Boatyard in Sidney ...She's based on Robert's successful lobster boat hull designs--seaworthy, semi-displacement hulls that make efficient coastal cruising yachts or weekending 'picnic boats'. To adapt this East Coast concept to west coast requirements, Roberts has improved visibility from the helm by adding a raised pilothouse...

Tad Roberts