46 Convertible

The best-selling midsize convertible of her day, the Hatteras 46 went head-to-head against the Bertram 46 Convertible for popularity during the late 1970s and early ’80s. With her roomy teak interior and impressive offshore performance, the Hatteras 46 set the standards for every other boat in her class. Built on a solid fiberglass hull with a full-length keel, several interior plans were offered over the years. The original galley-down layout features an amidships master stateroom with twin berths and a large private head. Over/under berths are located in the forward guest stateroom with private access to the second head. An optional galley-up interior includes two staterooms with additional sleeping accommodations off the companionway. Many were sold with an optional lower helm. Aside from being an excellent sportfishing boat with good open-water handling characteristics, the traditional teak interior of the Hatteras 46 made her a popular choice with cruisers. A tackle center with sink, livewell, and transom door were standard in the 125 square-foot cockpit. Cockpit controls were a popular option. Detroit 425hp 8V71 diesels cruise the Hatteras 46 at 19–20 knots (low 20s top)