Successor to the iconic Viking 55 Convertible, the Viking 56 Convertible is longer and wider than her predecessor with a sharper entry, increased bow flare, and prop pockets to level the motors. Inside, the accommodations are every bit as luxurious as a European motoryacht. Entering through an electric door, an L-shaped Ultraleather sofa is to port and a teak entertainment cabinet is to starboard. The galley is forward to port, opposite the dinette—the same open-plan layout found in all late-model Viking convertibles. There are three staterooms and two full heads below including an amidships master to port with a walkaround king bed and copious storage areas. The forward VIP cabin was available in two configurations: a island queen berth or an offset double with single bunk to port. The guest stateroom to starboard has two single berths. The 157 square-foot cockpit features a large fishbox and two smaller lockers in the sole, one of which can be rigged as a livewell. The console along the aft cabin bulkhead holds a bait prep station, a freezer and five tackle drawers. A factory mezzanine was optional. MAN 12V2000 1,550hp diesel cruise the 56 Convertible at 34–35 knots (40 knots top).