2018 Sabre 66 Dirigo 66'

Price

$2,495,000

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Overall Length

66 ft

Location

North Palm Beach Florida United States

Category

Power

Year

2018

Name

SANDCRAB

Model

66 Dirigo

Fuel Tank Capacity

975 Gallons

Beam

18' 8"

LOA

73'

9"

Displacement

82,500 lbs

Cabin Count

3

Head Count

3

Fresh Water Capacity

300 Gallons

Engine

2018 Volvo Penta Diesel IPS 1200 Inboard 725Hp 541Kw 510Hrs

2018 Volvo Penta Diesel IPS 1200 Inboard 725Hp 541Kw 515Hrs

Hull Material

Fiberglass

Bridge Clearance

20' 6"

Description

The low hour and immaculate 2018 66’ Sabre 66 Dirigo “SANDCRAB” represents a rare opportunity to acquire Sabre Yachts’ flagship model and largest build to date, with only nine 66 Dirigo yachts constructed worldwide. This limited-production status places her in an exclusive tier within the luxury motor yacht market. Named “Dirigo”, Latin for “I Lead”, this model was conceived to lead the Sabre fleet, embodying the brand's highest expression of craftsmanship, engineering, and live-aboard capability.

Powered by twin Volvo IPS 1200 drives with joystick docking and dynamic positioning, “SANDCRAB” delivers refined performance, exceptional maneuverability, and efficient long-range cruising. Her expansive salon, framed by panoramic windows and finished in handcrafted joinery, flows seamlessly to the cockpit, creating an open and elegant entertaining environment. Below deck, a full-beam master suite and beautifully appointed guest accommodations provide the comfort and volume of a much larger yacht. SANDCRAB has a highly customized and upgraded interior staterooms full floor to ceiling woodwork that, unlike the other 66s limited floor to mid level height. Equipped with premium systems including Seakeeper 16 stabilization, Dockmate wireless remote docking system, upgraded Garmin electronics, hydraulic swim platform, and twin Northern Lights generators, she reflects a build quality rarely found in this size range.

Key Features:

Sabre’s Flagship - Limited Production (Hull #4, 1 of 9 built Worldwide)

Volvo IPS3-1200 Engines (510 hours)

DPS Positioning System & Joystick Steering

Secondary aft deck starboard Joystick

Twin Northern Lights Generators (500 Hours)

Upgraded Staterooms Wood package

Seakeeper NG16 Gyro Stabilizer

Hydraulic Submersible Swim Platform

Dometic Watermaker + Fuel Polishing System

ElectroSea ClearLine

Upgraded Garmin Electronics Suite

Dockmate Wireless Remote Docking System (New 2024)

FLIR Thermal Camera

GOST Camera System

Sentinel SafeGuard System

Full Beam Master Stateroom with King Berth

Sub-Zero & Wolf Galley Appliance Package

Underwater Lights

Recent Work / Upgrades:

All Major Services Completed on Engines, Pod, Genset and Seakeeper

Contact us today to schedule a preview aboard the 66 Dirigo Sabre, “SANDCRAB”!

IKONIC Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by 26 North Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Step aboard the 2018 66’ Sabre 66 Dirigo “SANDCRAB,” Sabre Yachts’ flagship model, from the hydraulic swim platform—an elegant introduction to a yacht designed without compromise. The expansive teak cockpit offers refined entertaining space with a high-gloss table for alfresco dining, seamless access to docking controls, and the quiet solidity that defines Sabre’s resin-infused Maine craftsmanship. Wide side decks and substantial stainless-steel rails provide confident movement forward.

Entering through the sliding glass doors, the salon unfolds in panoramic light. Handcrafted joinery, rich finishes, and impeccable fit and finish create an atmosphere more reminiscent of a custom build than a production yacht. The open layout flows effortlessly between cockpit and helm deck, while climate-controlled comfort and generator power support extended cruising along the Eastern Seaboard, New England, Florida, or the Bahamas.

At the helm, Volvo IPS 1200 propulsion with joystick docking and dynamic positioning transforms command into precision. Garmin glass-helm displays, integrated navigation systems, and exceptional sightlines offer complete operational confidence. The elevated helm seating invites guests to share in the passage, embodying the social elegance that defines the 66 Dirigo platform.

Below deck, the accommodations rival yachts well beyond her class. The full-beam master stateroom with king berth serves as a private retreat, complemented by beautifully appointed guest staterooms designed for extended luxury cruising. Premium materials, thoughtful storage, and refined heads with separate showers reflect the elevated standard expected from Sabre’s flagship build.

Forward, the galley integrates seamlessly into the living spaces, featuring premium appliances, solid-surface countertops, and abundant storage supporting both quiet evenings at anchor and formal entertaining. Every system onboard is engineered for reliability, from stabilization and propulsion to electrical and climate management, underscoring the yacht’s long-range capability and enduring value.

On the foredeck, the wide walkaround design and secure anchoring arrangement make handling intuitive and safe. As Sabre’s largest and most exclusive model to date, the 66 Dirigo stands in rare company, combining limited-build distinction, proven Volvo IPS performance, and timeless American craftsmanship.

Main Salon:

U-Shape Lounge to Port with Custom Fabrics
Hi-Lo Table with Inlays and Deep Epoxy Finish
Lounge Chairs to Starboard with 50” HD Smart Television on Electric Lift
Extra custom added Freezer System
Blinds on all Windows
Cherry Sole with Sealer Finish
Soft Acoustic Headliner Panels
Air Conditioning/Heat 48,000 BTU Total, 24,000 BTU Each Side

Galley:

Toe Kick Space Length of Galley with Courtesy Lighting
Sub-Zero Full Height Refrigerator/Freezer
Wolf 4-Element Induction Cooktop
Wolf Convection Steam Oven
Wolf Microwave Oven
Fisher & Paykel Tall Dish Drawer
Galley Exhaust Fan 120VAC
Granite Cored Counter Top
Dovetailed Drawers
Stainless Steel Under-Mount Sink with Designer Faucet
Generous Storage
Pull Out Waste Basket
Magic Corner Pull Out Storage
Natural Light Overhead
Air Conditioning/Heat 10,000 BTU

Master Stateroom (Full Beam):

Upgraded Floor to Ceiling wood Package
King Size Island Berth with Drawers and Storage Below
Night Stands with Drawers on Each Side of Berth
Settee
Bureau(s)
Walk-In Closet
Hanging Lockers, Cedar Lined
Large Fixed Stainless Steel Hull Port Lights
40” HD Smart TV Hidden in Mirror
Cherry Sole with Sealer
Soft Acoustic Headliner Panels
Air Conditioning/Heat 24,000 BTU

Master Head:

Single Porcelain Sink with Viatera Countertop
Cherry Sole with Sealer
Separate Shower Stall with Matching Viatera Seat
Ceramic Tile Floor in Shower
Storage Lockers
Stainless Steel Towel Bars
Wood Trimmed Mirror over Sink
Ventilation Blower
Tecma Toilet
Wood Vanity

VIP Stateroom (To Port):

Upgraded Floor to Ceiling wood Package
Queen Island Berth with Drawer and Storage Below
Night Stands with Drawers Both Sides
Cedar Lined Hanging Locker
Built in Bureau in Aft Bulkhead
Built in 32” HD Television
Stainless Steel Investment-Cast Port Lights with Screen
Round Hull Side Deadlights
Screen/Shade for Overhead Latch
Private Access to VIP Head
Cherry and Holly Sole with Sealer
Soft Acoustic headliner panels
Air Conditioning/Heat 10,000 BTU

VIP Head:

High Gloss Sold Cherry Vanity TOp with Vessel Sink and Faucet
Cherry and Holly Sole with Sealer
Separate Shower Stall with Ceramic Tile Sole
Ceramic Tile Floor
Storage Lockers
Stainless Steel Towel Bars
Wood Trimmed Mirror over Sink
Ventilation Blower
Walk-In Glass Shower
Tecma Head

Guest Stateroom (Forward):

Upgraded Floor to Ceiling wood Package
Scissor Berth Converts from Queen Island to Twin Bunks with Storage Below
Cherry HUll Ceilings
Enclosed Upper Shelves to Port and Starboard of Island Berth Fwd most Section Open Shelf
Dimmable Accent Lighting below Shelves and Berth
Cedar Lined Hanging Lockers
Built in Bureau Aft
Built in 24” HD Television
Screen/Shade for Hatch
Private Access to Guest Head/Shower Compartment
Cherry and Holly Sole with Sealer

Guest /Day Head (Forward):

High Gloss Sold Cherry Vanity Top with Vessel Sink an Faucet
Cherry and Holly Sole with Sealer in Day Head
Separate Shower Stall with Ceramic Tile Floor
Separate Shower Stall with Ceramic Tile Floor
Storage Lockers
Stainless Steel Towel Bars
Wood Trimmed Mirror over Sink
Ventilation Blower

Utility (Between Galley and Master):

Stacked Washer and Dryer
Storage under Stairs
Entertainment Electronics Locker

Cockpit:

U-Shaped Settee
Wood Hi-Lo Table
Teak Deck
Cockpit Controls
(2) Quick Capstans
Besenzoni Passerelle
Fold Down Samsung TV
Electric Sun Shade
Hi-low Tec Stainless Gas Grill
Electric Engine Room Hatch
TNT Hydraulic Swim Platform
(2) Underwater Lights

Deck:

ISO NPG Gelcoat
VIP Resin Infused Knitted Biaxel Structural
E-Glass Reinforcements with Coring
Molded-In Anti-Skid Deck Surfaces
Twin Anchor Lockers with Wash Down
Direct Glazed Windshield
Bonded Fixed Side Windows
Optional Sliding/Opening Side Windows
Port and Starboard Transom Gate Access to Cockpit
Cockpit U-shaped Settee with Hi-gloss Hi-Lo Table
Hydraulic Submersible Swim Platform 900 lb. Capacity for Dinghy Storage and Handling

Deck Hardware:

1 1/2′′ Diameter Type 316 Stainless Steel Perimeter Rail System
(4) Stainless Steel Spring Cleats
(2) Stainless Steel Mooring Cleats
(2) Stainless Steel Stern Cleats
Salt Water Wash Down System Forward
24V Electric Quick Windlass with Controls at Helm and Foot Switches on Deck
Flagpole Holder and Flagstaff
Stainless Steel Hatches with Screens
Oversized Stainless Steel Opening Ports
Teak Cap Rails Port and Starboard
Teak Cabin Side Eye-Brow
Custom Cast Stainless Steel “Sabre” Medallion
Triple Exalto Windshield Wiper Systems
Dual Kahlenberg Air Horns
Cockpit Retractable Sun Awning

Helm Deck:

Electrically Operated Sunroof over Helm
Twin Stidd Helm Seats with Chrome Finish
Joystick Steering on Helm Seat Armrest
Helm Deck Settee to Port
Door to Starboard Side Deck
Volvo/Garmin Touchscreen Display for Network Operation
Custom Wood Trimmed Stainless Steel Wheel
Navigation Switch Panel
Air Conditioning/Heat 12,000 BTU

Bar Deck:

Stainless Steel Electric Sliding Double-Acting Door to Cockpit with Curved Glass Windows on Corners
Designer Countertop with Bar Sink and Glass Locker Below
Sub-Zero Under-Counter Refrigerator
(2) Refrigerated Drawers
(2) Freezer Drawers
Glass Storage
Dry Storage

Hull:

Premium Painted Topcoat Finish
Modified “V” Planing Hull Design
21-Degree Deadrise amidships and 16-Degree Deadrise at Transom
Reverse Sloped Transom
ISO NPG Clear Gel Coat with Vinylester Backup Resin
Knitted Biaxel Structural E-Glass Reinforcements
Infused SAN Corecell Foam Core in Hull Bottom and Topsides
PVC FOam Cored Composite Stringer System
Hull Side Rubbing Strakes
White PVC Rub Rail with stainless Steel Cap
Painted (Urethane) Double Boat Strip
Gold Cove Stripe

Propulsion System:

(2) Volvo IPS3 1200 Drives
Volvo Interceptor Automatic Trim System
Volvo DPS Positioning System
Volvo Active Corrosion Protection System
Volvo Autopilot with Joystick Steering
Volvo/Garmin Glass Cockpit Engine Display
Fresh-Water Cooled Engines
Primary 24DC alternators each Engine for Charging Isolated Engine Start Batteries
Auxiliary Alternators 12V and 24V House and 12V system Charging
Groco Raw Water Intake Strainers
Oil Change System for Engines, Drive Units, and Both Generators
Engine Room Ventilation System 12VDC
Engine Room Intake Ducts on Cabin House Side with Stainless Steel Grills
White Gelcoated Engine Room
Fully Sound Insulated Engine Room

Engine Room:

Volvo DPS Positioning System
Volvo Interceptor Automatic Trim System
Volvo IPS 1200 Drives Engines
Volvo Active Corrosion Protection System
Volvo Autopilot with Joystick Steering
Oil Change System for Engines, Drive Units and both Generators
Engine Room Ventilation System
Engine Room Intake Ducts on Cabin House Port and Starboard with Stainless Grills
Fully Sound Insulated Engine Room

Electronics:

(4) 8617 Garmins
(4) 8617 Garmins
Garmin Radar 6’ Array
Garmin Sonar
Garmin GH510 VHF
Garmin AIS Autopilot
8” Ritchie Compass
FLIR Thermal Camera
ACR Spotlight Control
SeaKeeper Display
Yacht Controller
Volvo Controls
GOST Camera System
KVH SAT TV
Volvo Interceptor Trim Tabs
Fusion 770 Stereo
JL Audio 8CH Amp
(2) Sonace VP62R Speakers in Salon
(2) Sonace VPXT6 Speakers in Cockpit
Sentinel Marine System BM40
Peplink 5G Capable

Fuel System:

947 Gal. Diesel Fuel Total
Port and Starboard 225 Gal. Day Tanks
525 Gal. Centerline Diesel Storage Tank
Dual Redundant Fuel Transfer Pumps
Racor Duel 75/1000MAX Fuel Filters for Propulsion Engines
Racor 500MA Fuel Filters for Generators
2 “Diesel” Stainless Steel Deck Fill-Plates to Starboard, 1 Per Tank

Network System:

Network Monitoring of Systems
Network Control of DC and AC Electrical Circuits
Backup/Override of All Network Circuit Faults
Mode Controls, Single Push Button Activation f Boat-Wide Circuits, Customizable
Onboard WiFi for Network
Parallel NMEA Backbone for Dealer/OEM installed Electronics

Electrical:

20Kw Northern Lights Genset
16Kw Northern Lights Genset
Twin 120/240VAC 50 amp AC Shore Power Services with Cord Reels Aft
Isolation Transformer with Each Standard Shore Power Service
Automatic AC Switching System for Shore and Generator Power
Mastervolt 3.5kW High Output Inverter/Charger
Stand-Alone 100A Battery Charger
All Accessible 120VAC Outlets GFCI protected
120/240VAC Distribution Panels in Engine Room, Adjacent to Helm, and In Galley
Ships Battery Bank (8) 6V AGM Batteries
Port and Starboard isolated 12VDC Engine Starting Battery Banks, (4) Lifeline AGM 3100
Dedicated 24VDC Battery Charger for Engine Battery Banks
Helm Remote Controlled Battery Switches with Manual Override
LED Navigation Lights
High Efficiency LED Designer Lighting Throughout Interior
24VDC Distribution Panels in Engine Room, Pump Room, and Adjacent to Helm
12VDC Battery Bank (2) Lifeline AGM 24 Supports Generator Start and 12VDC Circuits
Dedicated 12VDC Battery Charger
Redundant 24VDC/12VDC Converter
12VDC USB Outlets at Helm and In All Cabins
Soft Acoustic Headliner Panels
Air Conditioning/Heat 12,000 BTU

Waste Disposal:

Polyethylene Holding Tank, 120 Gal. Capacity
Holding Tank Vent Filtration
Fuel Time Cycling PUmp Room Exhaust Fan
Tecma Silence and Dometic Freshwater MSD’s with White Ceramic Bowls
Diaphragm Pump on Holding tank to Pump Overboard
Electrically Motorized Sea Valve for Holding Tank Pump Out when at Sea
Day Head Ability to Bypass Holding Tan and Direct Overboard Discharge via Locked Y-Valve

Fresh Water System: