Walk through the All-New Viking 82 with HMY Yachts
Welcome to our in-depth walkthrough of the all-new Viking 82 Convertible, a yacht designed to meet the demands of both serious anglers and luxury cruisers. During the recent Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Brian Komer from HMY Yacht Sales took us aboard this stunning vessel, offering an exclusive look at its high-performance features and premium amenities. From the spacious cockpit to the sophisticated salon and state-of-the-art engine room, the Viking 82 Convertible is a true marvel of modern yacht design. In this post, we’ll dive into the details of Brian’s walkthrough, highlighting the best features of this impressive boat and why it stands out in the world of sportfishing yachts.
Transcript from the video walkthrough:
“Hi, good morning! I'm Brian Komer with HMY Yacht Sales, we're here at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show checking out the all-new Viking 82 Convertible. Welcome aboard! Stepping aboard the cockpit a couple of the noticeable features right away are the oversized hatch for the SeaKeeper 40, another great feature is the mezzanine with its refrigeration for bait storage freezer complemented by the mezzanine seating with the extended lounger and then moving up the mezzanine is the integrated tackle storage so there's no reason to go inside for anything during the day. Some other noticeable features are the large in-deck fish boxes; we also have a transom live well, which can be a fish box as well, and of course, above the mezzanine, you have the air conditioning plumbed in for those hotter days.
So, this particular model, the 82, was part of the Viking demonstrator program. A great feature about having that program is it gives the opportunity to go through the boat, utilize it, fish it, and come up with different ideas for the buyer. So, this 82 was specked out with the idea of tournament fishing involved; it's equipped with the three Release Marine helm chairs and an oversized teaser reel box with an additional Garmin facing aft. Over to the helm, everything has been designed to be at your fingertips with the dual radio boxes with all your controls, sonar controls just below and then the four monitors recessed in and flush mounted for ease of operation. Moving forward, another notable feature you'll see is the entire console integrated with the forward lounger is raised up, especially in the aft end, for visibility while driving or maneuvering when fishing or docking. Another nice feature is how they split the freezers up front, which gives you more room to walk forward and separate items as you see fit while traveling.
Entering the salon to the port side, you have the day head, which inside has a window facing the cockpit so you don't miss any of the action. Stepping out of the day head, you have the u-shaped couch with storage beneath, which faces the oversized pop-up TV. Moving forward, you have the raised dinette, which has a slide-out rod storage below, and another TV for viewing pleasures as well. Across from the dinette is the fully appointed galley that boasts all the features of a modern-day home. Some newer features to the 82 in the salon up forward to the port side is a tackle room or pantry, and to the starboard side is an enlarged pantry with AV equipment, as well as a smaller bunk bed as an option.
The master stateroom features an oversized berth, an abundance of hanging storage, a port side lounge, and a starboard side vanity, and, of course, it has its own ensuite head. Moving forward down the companionway, we have the port side stateroom with an over-under bunk, ample storage, and hanging lockers. It features its own entertainment center and an ensuite head. Moving through the companionway, you have a dedicated rod and tackle locker, a washer and dryer, and a separate pantry area. The starboard side stateroom has a generously appointed bed, its own entertainment system, ample storage with a hanging locker, and its own ensuite head. Moving forward to port, we have another stateroom with over-under bunks, its own entertainment system, a hanging locker, as well as its own ensuite head. All the way forward in the v-berth is a generous VIP layout with an oversized berth, a hanging locker with generous storage, its own entertainment system, and an ensuite head.
The engine room contains the upgraded MTU 16V 2000 M96L series these engines are 2635 horsepower a side. This boat also features the omni sonar, dual generators, and everything else you would need. Thank you for joining me today at the all-new 82 Viking convertible premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. For more information on this boat or any other Viking products, please reach out to me directly; once again, my name is Brian Komer. Thanks for watching, and we'll see you next time!"
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That wraps up our tour of the all-new Viking 82 Convertible, a boat that blends tournament-ready fishing features with the kind of luxury and comfort you'd expect from a Viking. Whether you're on the hunt for your next big catch or simply want a yacht that offers unparalleled style and performance, the Viking 82 Convertible delivers on all fronts.
We hope you enjoyed this walkthrough, and if you'd like to learn more about the 82 or any other Viking models, contact an HMY Viking Yachts Product Specialist at (561) 331-5200 for any questions. Thanks for joining us today, and stay tuned for more exclusive yacht tours and updates!
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