A defined place in the show programme
Sunseeker Europe listed four yachts at the Swanwick Yachting Showcase: the Predator 55, Superhawk 55, Manhattan 56 and 76 Yacht. Its 90 Ocean appeared at Mayflower Park, so the two venues should not be conflated when describing the display.
The Predator 55 was an existing model on display, not a newly unveiled yacht at Southampton. For visitors considering an owner-operated cruiser, its emphasis on a broad single-level main deck made it a different proposition from the flybridge yachts nearby.
An open main deck when the weather allows
The model pairs opening aft doors with a retractable roof to bring air and light into the principal living space. The helm, saloon and cockpit are connected on one level, providing a clear route from the driving position into the social area.
Below, Sunseeker lists two cabins as standard and a possible third cabin configuration. Prospective buyers should inspect how the accommodation option changes storage and circulation, because those trade-offs matter on a 17-metre cruiser.
The sheltered and open modes are part of the same cruising decision, rather than two separate uses of the yacht. Guests at anchor benefit from ventilation, while the helm and saloon can be closed when spray or weather deteriorates.
Dimensions and propulsion
The builder publishes 17.14 metres overall, 4.93 metres of beam and a draft of 1.48 metres. Its stated tank capacities are 1,800 litres of fuel and 430 litres of fresh water, figures that inform a practical comparison with other sports cruisers in the same market.
Twin Volvo Penta IPS 950 units are listed as the primary machinery with an advertised maximum speed of up to 36 knots. Actual speeds, fuel burn and usable range depend on the boat's condition, load and operating environment rather than the brochure figure alone.
What buyers can learn from the display
The show provided a chance to check the visibility and shelter afforded by the roof, alongside the privacy and practicality of the lower-deck cabins. The model's balance is between fast open-water travel and an interior that can still support overnight guests.
A photo of the Predator 55 from Sunseeker's official model collection illustrates this report, not a claim about the exact hull displayed at Swanwick. Buyers should obtain the individual yacht's equipment specification and sea-trial data before comparing quotations.
The quoted 28,700kg displacement is another consideration for owners who compare berthing and haul-out arrangements. Actual lifting and operating figures should always be established for the particular boat and its fitted equipment.
