Last in a series of Hatteras 46 Convertibles going back to the mid-1970s, the sleek lines of the Hatteras 46 embodied the fresh styling common to all Hatteras convertibles in the 1990s. In terms of popularity, this version of the Hatteras 46 Convertible failed to achieve the sales success of her predecessors. Heavily built on a modified-V hull with cored hullsides and a shallow keel, two interior plans were available. The dual head layout provides for exceptional privacy, and the single head configuration offers a booth-style dinette. Both include a spacious, well-appointed salon with L-shaped settee to port and a large galley open to the salon. The master stateroom with tapered queen berth is forward while over/under berths are found in the guest stateroom. Interior cabinets and trim are light ash, and a salon entertainment center and washer/dryer were standard. The 121 square-foot cockpit—one of the largest in her class—includes bait and tackle centers, in-deck fish box, transom door, and direct access to the engine room. No lightweight, twin 735hp 8V92 Detroit diesels cruise at 24–25 knots (high 20s top). Optional MAN 780hp diesels cruise at 26–28 knots.