Eight boats bring two brands together

Axopar's official FLIBS line-up includes models from both Axopar and BRABUS Marine, creating an eight-boat display at the South Florida show. The list ranges from smaller 29-foot models through the Axopar 45 Cross Top and two high-performance BRABUS Shadow yachts.

For Luxury Yacht Guide, the larger models are the most relevant because they move into the 12-to-under-24-metre sector. They show how the Axopar platform philosophy scales toward more premium cruising and performance-oriented ownership.

The Axopar 45 anchors the larger end

The Axopar 45 Cross Top is the largest Axopar-branded model confirmed for the stand and gives the display a clear luxury-yacht focal point. Its enclosed and open-air layout mix is aimed at owners who want speed, flexibility and usable protection without stepping into a conventional flybridge yacht.

That format has become increasingly popular with buyers who use their boats actively rather than mainly as floating accommodation. The Fort Lauderdale setting should make it easy to compare the 45 with more traditional yachts of similar overall length.

BRABUS Marine adds a performance angle

The official list also includes the BRABUS Shadow 1000 XC Cross Cabin and Shadow 1500 XC Cross Cabin. These models bring a more overtly performance-led interpretation of the shared platform concept, combining powerful outboard propulsion with premium finishes and enclosed cabin protection.

Their presence gives buyers a useful contrast with the standard Axopar range. Owners can compare whether they value the simpler adventure-boat approach or prefer the more exclusive materials, specification and performance emphasis associated with BRABUS Marine.

Fort Lauderdale offers direct market feedback

FLIBS runs from 28 October to 1 November 2026 and remains one of the most important in-water shows in the United States. Axopar is using the event to connect buyers with its dealer network and the wider owner community.

With several related models on one stand, prospective owners can make direct comparisons in size, cockpit protection and equipment level. That is particularly useful in a product family where the underlying concept remains recognizable even as specification and intended use change considerably.

Official sources: www.axopar.com.