The Antares 12 Coupe is among BENETEAU's confirmed Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show exhibits from 28 October to 1 November 2026. Its published length of 12.97 metres places this specific Antares model inside LYG's 12.00–23.99-metre category.
Several smaller Antares and Flyer craft appear on the same builder list, but those fall below LYG's lower threshold. This preview is about the enclosed Coupe version rather than a general review of the entire dayboat range.
A sheltered cruising option
The Antares 12 Coupe uses an enclosed saloon and cockpit connection intended to support trips where weather protection matters. The model's layout also gives owners overnight accommodation beyond a simple open dayboat arrangement.
The builder's published specification gives a 3.78-metre beam, but actual berth planning should include fenders and the yacht's precise equipment fit. Comparing the Coupe with a flybridge arrangement should take account of intended crew use.
One entry in a broader Florida display
BENETEAU's show page names the Antares 12 Coupe alongside Gran Turismo and Swift Trawler models. It does not describe this boat as a first-time 2026 worldwide launch, and LYG is treating it as a confirmed exhibit.
Appointments and yacht access are managed through the builder and local dealer partners. The dates remain 28 October to 1 November at the Fort Lauderdale waterfront.
What to check onboard
A prospective owner may want to assess side-deck movement, cockpit enclosure, sightlines and the dimensions of the guest accommodation. Machinery access and the exact standard-option split require the current builder specification.
The article uses the official Antares 12 Coupe model image, not the smaller Antares 11 or a generic motorboat. A reciprocal link connects it to the site's Florida Event record.
Event details: Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2026.
