2024 Helmsman 38 Sedan - Chesapeake Bay MD - $699,000

[amxr39]

Given the only way to the flybridge is through the hatch, what beam of tender can be carried without obstructing. And the David can pivot to that? What were you planning to use?

I’m surprised I don’t see the newer Helmsman builds with lithium and solar.

I have a 2024 Pilothouse with 1000 ampere hours with 5 house agm batteries, 3 solar panels for about 750 watts and the engine alternator with 160 amps. I’m prewired and pre plumbed for a generator. I have no generator and have had favorable results so far. I’ve run the16k air conditioner while underway on sunny days and the batteries never went below 99%. Lithiums would be great.

 

[Ric]

As readers try to parse the various pros and cons of the sedan model vs pilot house model, this discussion about dingy size highlights a difference that may escape attention. On the sedan the flybridge seating and controls are set materially farther forward than on the pilot house. Therefore a dingy can be (must be) set running fore and aft on the port side. But allows for a longer model.

That can be of benefit to some. It would raise weight distribution questions.

For those that want a customization that includes a grill or fridge up top, the extra room might also be welcomed.

There are obviously other differences since simplistically this is a stretched 37 sedan. Shoppers would need to spend time aboard both to grasp them. Helmsman will have Nicks sedan and Greg’s pilothouse side by side at Trawlerfest Baltimore next month. There will be no better time to compare.

Here's our 38 sedan with and without the dinghy in place. It is a Whaly 370 with a 20hp. Fits fine, with room for a bench seat with stowage under, by the port rail aft. I would opt for a taller crane, though - weight isn't a problem, but hoist clears the side rail by only an inch. Without the dinghy, it's a great entertainment area. There's a folding table that sits between those chairs and the bench seat.

 

[FWT]

Great boat. Great arrangement