Josh McLean
David Walters Yachts
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The Italia Yachts 14.98 is a performance cruiser designed to deliver racing-level performance with a comfortable, stylish interior suited for extended cruising. Built by the renowned Italian yard Italia Yachts, the 14.98 epitomizes the brand’s ethos of blending Italian design flair with thoroughbred sailing characteristics. Whether you are racing around the buoys on a weekend regatta or voyaging across open waters, the 14.98 is conceived to be versatile, balanced, and rewarding to sail.
The Italia Yachts 14.98 interior exudes contemporary Italian craftsmanship through the thoughtful use of refined materials and an intelligently organized layout. Upon descending the companionway, you are immediately welcomed by an inviting living space that seamlessly balances form and function.
The Bellissima package elevates comfort with plush upholstery and premium fabrics, enveloping the saloon settees, cabin seating, and backrests. These luxurious soft goods are paired with subtle detailing—like contrast stitching and designer accents—to create a sophisticated, stylish atmosphere.
A blend of oak paneling and laminated fabric on the overhead surfaces adds warmth and texture to the interior. The gentle grain of the oak contrasts beautifully with the modern fabric panels, creating a bright and airy environment without sacrificing durability or ease of maintenance.
The cabin sole is finished in oak with distinctive longitudinal milling, adding an element of visual interest and depth. Teak joinery is applied throughout the yacht’s interior, enhancing the design’s classic yet modern appeal. From cabinetry to trim work, every piece is carefully crafted to ensure smooth edges, flush fittings, and a sense of unity with the rest of the space.
Interior Styling and Additional Features
- Bellissima package interior cushions and luxury finishes
- Interior with oak and laminated fabric ceiling coverings
- Oak cabin sole with longitudinal milling
- Teak interior joinery
- LED strip lights throughout
- LED reading lamps in main salon and cabins
- 3 Cabin / 2 Head interior arrangement
MAIN SALON
The main salon has a large U-shaped dinette to starboard with a versatile table that can be raised and lowered to convert to a double berth. To port, there is a double settee forward of the navigation station and chart table. Storage is abundant with cabinets outboard of the settees.
- Dinette table with adjustable base and custom slide which can convert into a double berth
- U-Shaped settee to starboard
- Double settee to port
- Forward facing navigation station
- Eberspacher heating system
MASTER FORWARD CABIN
- Upgraded memory foam mattress
- Eberspacher heating system
FORWARD HEAD
- Electric WC Tecma toilet
GUEST CABINS
- Upgraded memory foam mattresses
- Drawers under the aft cabin berths
- Eberspacher heating system
AFT HEAD
- Electric WC Tecma toilet
GALLEY
The “L shaped” galley has excellent storage, with numerous cabinets and deep drawers. There is a three burner propane stove with oven, 215L refrigerator, freezer, and stainless steel sink with hot and cold water.
- L-Shaped galley to starboard
- 215L Isotherm refrigerator
- Isotherm freezer
- 3-Buern propane stove and oven
- Stainless steel sink
- B&G Vulcan 9 stand alone
- B&G Zeus3 Touchscreen chartplotter with GPS antenna and charts
- B&G Triton 2 Autopilot with B&G control panel, rudder angle sensor, hydraulic actuator, and Precision 9 digital compass
- B&G Triton 2 digital displays for wind/speed/depth
- B&G speed/depth/wind transducers
- B&G V60B VHF radio with command microphone
- Cornetta VHF wifi for V60
- AIS Class B RX/TX with dedicated GPS and VHF antenna splitter
- B&G 4G radar with mast support
- (2) B&G Triton T41 displays
- Remote control wireless WR10 with base BT1 for autopilot
- Bow thruster controls at each helm
Hull and Deck
The hull and deck of the Italia Yachts 14.98 is constructed utilizing vinylester resins with unidirectional and biaxial fibers with variable density PVC foam core vacuum lamination. The structural framework is laminated with unidirectional carbon reinforcements integrated into the hull and deck. The “T” keel with steel structure incorporates a lead torpedo keel, the entire structure is then encapsulated with GRP fairing to create the perfect hydrodynamic shape.
The biconical rudder stock is constructed of anticorodal EN6082 with reinforcement blades throughout the structure of the sandwich construction of the high efficiency wing sections for added performance, stiffness, and strength. The rudder bearings are self-aligning roller bearings.
HULL
The 14.98 exhibits relatively straight stem and stern overhangs, maximizing waterline length for efficient upwind performance and better speed potential. A moderate beam is carried aft, providing plenty of form stability without pushing the design into the extreme “wide and flat” territory seen in some race-focused yachts. This helps maintain balanced handling and reduces drag in lighter conditions.
Great care has been taken to keep weight low and centered, which helps minimize pitching and improves the boat’s motion in waves. The use of advanced composite construction ensures the hull is both stiff and relatively light, optimizing sailing performance under both racing and cruising loads.
Forward sections are fine enough to part the water cleanly, enhancing upwind ability and reducing wave impact. As you move aft, the hull sections gain volume to provide buoyancy and stability, contributing to strong off-wind performance and overall seakeeping.
- Bow thruster with dedicated 130Ah AGM battery with controls at the helms
- Cruising bowsprit with integrated anchor roller High-aspect ratio rudder ensures precise helm feedback and control across a range of heel angles and speeds.
- “T” Keel with steel structure and lead torpedo covered with GRP fairing for optimized hydrodynamic flow.
DECK
The deck of the Italia Yachts 14.98 reflects the yacht’s performance-cruiser ethos, offering a clean, functional layout for both racing maneuvers and leisurely cruising. The cabin top is kept relatively low, emphasizing the yacht’s modern lines and allowing for excellent visibility from the helm. Flush hatches reduce tripping hazards and contribute to the uncluttered aesthetic. The minimal coachroof height also helps reduce windage, improving performance under sail.
Generously wide side decks allow crew to move forward and aft without obstruction—a benefit both when racing and in day-to-day cruising. Handrails and guardrails are well-placed for secure footing and added safety.
- White non-skid deck
- (7) Lewmar flush hatches with Ocean Air screens and shades screens
- (6) Opening Lewmar Ocean series portlights with Ocean Air curtains
- 8mm Solid teak planking on the transom platform
- Stainless steel grab rails
- (6) Stainless steel mooring cleats
- Padeyes for safety harness and jacklines
The cockpit is designed to accommodate both competitive trimming teams and guests relaxing on a cruise. Twin helm stations provide clear sightlines down the deck and easy access to primary and secondary winches for sail handling. Bench seating offers comfortable spaces for crew and guests, with optional cockpit cushions and backrests enhancing comfort.
- Composite Carbonautica steering wheels painted white
- Hot/Cold shower in cockpit
- 8mm Solid teak planking with grey caulking
- Sprayhood with stainless steel frame with Cadet Grey Sunbrella and opening center window
- Bimini top with stainless steel frame with Cadet Grey Sunbrella
- Storage beneath cockpit settees
- Cockpit locker
- Liferaft locker
- B&G Vulcan 9 stand alone
- B&G Zeus3 Touchscreen chartplotter with GPS antenna and charts
- B&G Triton 2 Autopilot with B&G control panel, rudder angle sensor, hydraulic actuator, and Precision 9 digital compass
- B&G Triton 2 digital displays for wind/speed/depth
- B&G speed/depth/wind transducers
- B&G V60B VHF radio with command microphone
- Cornetta VHF wifi for V60
- AIS Class B RX/TX with dedicated GPS and VHF antenna splitter
- B&G 4G radar with mast support
- (2) B&G Triton T41 displays
- Remote control wireless WR10 with base BT1 for autopilot
- Bow thruster controls at each helm
- Anchor windlass with stainless steel removable anchor arm
- Mooring kit: Delta 20kg anchor, 50m D10 chain
- Mooring lines
- (6) Type F3 fenders
- Carbon fiber folding gangway with transom sockets
The Italia Yachts 14.98 features a high-performance fractional sloop rig designed to deliver both racing-level responsiveness and ease of handling for cruising. Every element, from the discontinuous rod rigging to the below-deck furling system, is carefully chosen to optimize weight distribution, sail control, and overall reliability at sea.
- Discontinuous rod rigging
- Hydraulic backstay
- German mainsheet system with dedicated mainsheet winches
- Selden below-deck Furlex jib furling unit
- Ball bearing blocks
- Mainsail traveler and track ball bearings with 6:1 purchase
- Predisposition on deck and on the mast for staysail
- Gennaker tack line under deck
- Gennaker and Code Zero cruising equipment (2 sheets, taack line, 2 75mm blocks, 75mm tack ring with Dyneema strap
- Dyneema DSK 78 halyards and sheets
- Additional 2:1 Code Zero halyard
Sails and Winches
- Quantum Tri-Radial Hydra Net mainsail
- Quantum Tri-Radial Hydra Net furling jib
- Quantum A2.5 Asymmetrical
- Quantum AWA 60 Code Zero with Selden CX25 furler
- Upgraded Harken Radian 6-winch package
- Harken electric halyard winch
Systems
ENGINE AND MECHANICAL
- Volvo Penta 60 HP engine
- 3-Blade folding propeller
- Eberspacher heating system with vents in each cabin
PLUMBING AND TANKAGE
- Fuel Capacity: 86 Gallon stainless steel tank with overflow vent, inlet on deck, emergency stop valve, and fuel level indicator
- Water Capacity: 135 Gallons
- 30 Liter engine driven and electric water heater
- (2) Black water holding tanks
- Salt water pump in the anchor locker with provisions for deck washdown
- Self-priming electric bilge pump with a manual back-up
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 230V AC electrical system
- Mastervolt Mass Combi 12V 1200W 60Ah inverter / battery charger
- LED Navigation lights
- LED Interior lights
- LED Courtesy lights with illuminated switches
- Additional 12V outlets installed in the forward cabin, aft cabins, and navigation station
- Additional 120V outlets installed in the forward cabin, galley, navigation station, and in both heads
- LED strip lights in the cabins and saloon
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
David Walters Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel as a Buyers Agent. This boat is centrally listed by Josh McLean
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