HYLAS M49
The Design of the Hylas M49
YOUR ADVENTURE AWAITS
The Hylas M49 was designed by renowned New Zealand yacht designer Dean Salthouse, known for his innovative and functional designs. The hull of the M49 was born from the frothy waters of the New Zealand coastline and has been proven in its capabilities. The yacht's interior is exceptionally refined and handcrafted by some of the most talented craftsmen in the yacht-building industry. The layout is designed to maximize space and functionality, with a large aft cockpit that offers an expanded entertaining room, additional outdoor countertops, and an optional grilling station. These features make the M49 ideal for couples looking to cruise and spend time aboard while still being practical for daily use and entertainment. Overall, the Hylas M49 combines a proven hull design with refined craftsmanship and practical features to create a luxurious and functional motor yacht perfect for extended cruising and entertaining.
Unmatched Quality
FORM - FUNCTION - BEAUTY
The Hylas M49 is a motor yacht that perfectly balances form, function, and beauty. Every aspect of the yacht has been meticulously designed and crafted, with attention paid to even the most minor details. As soon as you step aboard, the quality of the yacht is immediately apparent. The joinery work is flawless, drawing the eye and showcasing the builder's attention to detail and commitment to quality. Upon closer inspection, the polished welds of the stainless steel and the excellent fit of the cabinetry demonstrate the precision and care that went into crafting the yacht. The Hylas M49 is a stunning motor yacht that blends functionality, craftsmanship, and design to create a genuinely exceptional cruising experience.
Hylas M49
Length Overall | 49' |
Beam | 13' 6" |
Draft | 3' 2" |
Displacement | 23,000 lbs |
Water Capacity | 190 gal |
Fuel Capacity | 317 gal |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Number of Engines | 2 |
Engines | Twin Yanmar 8LV-370 |
Power | 740 HP Total |
Naval Architect | Dean Salthouse |
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Quality Construction
BUILT BY THE FINEST CRAFTSMEN
- Constructed of solid hand-laid e-glass fiberglass laminate
- The base model is a white hull with an isophthalic gelcoat and vinyl-ester resin.
- All thru-hulls, seacocks, and valves below the waterline are high-quality non-metallic fittings integrated with the yachts bonding system.
- Four stainless steel hull portlights in the forward cabin provide bright natural lighting and seascape views.
- Stainless steel and Perspex tri-fold boarding gate
- Transom swim platform finished with bonded 1/2" teak decking available with gray caulking
- Hot and cold freshwater shower with stow-away handheld sprayer
- Removable folding stainless steel swim ladder with teak steps and mounting sockets at the transom.
- Constructed of hand-laid multiaxial e-glass fiberglass laminate, end-grain balsa core, and vinyl-ester resins. Solid laminate in high-stress areas.
- Fiberglass non-skid deck available in White, Gray, or Linen Beige.
- Hylas Signature 316 grade stainless steel pulpit and solid bow rails
- 316 Stainless steel handrails on the coach roof for safety and security when traversing the side decks
- Four stainless steel pad-eyes on the coach top for tie-downs.
Ground Tackle and Mooring
- Maxwell RC10-8 vertical windlass with foot controls at the bow and controller and chain counter at the helm
- Ultra 27 kg / 60lb polished stainless-steel anchor with 200' of 3/8" high-tensile G4 galvanized steel chain
- Six 316 stainless steel deck cleats and two fairleads with backing plates and solid laminate in the deck.
- Stainless steel chafe guards are located at each deck cleat to protect the hull
- Stainless steel stemhead fitting with self-launching anchor receiver and roller.
- Chain and rode locker located at the bow with direct overboard drain.
- Dock Lines and Fenders
- Portside storage locker aft of the settee
- Bonded 3/8" solid teak sole and seating surfaces with black or gray caulking.
- Solid teak high gloss varnished cockpit table with stainless steel adjustable base converts to a sun bed with cushion inserts.
- Protective cover for the cockpit table
- Saltwater washdown pump plumbed to a quick disconnect located in the port side locker
- LPG vented locker with two propane tanks, regulator, and self-bailing drain.
- Large, full beam lazarette with central deck hatch and additional accessibility beneath the seats of the molded settees to port and starboard.
- Additional countertop surface with top opening insulated storage
- Ice maker underneath the starboard countertop
Interior
FLAWLESS FINISH & FUNCTIONALITY
- Hylas Signature contemporary interior with hand-crafted joinery and cabinetry. The standard wood selection is Teak with vertical grains.
- The cabin sole in the Hylas M49 is teak with a marine-grade plywood subfloor with end grains sealed with epoxy.
- Meganite countertop surfaces with fiddles.
- High-quality polished stainless-steel fixtures, latches, and handles
- Termodinamica 24/110v HVAC system - run the AC without the generator!
Main Salon
- Tinted single-piece glass side windows.
- A varnished solid teak salon table and an adjustable stainless-steel pedestal enable the table to convert to a double berth.
- Large U-shaped settee to port, enabling seating for six around the salon table
- Large settee to starboard with two lockers below.
- Two large sliding overhead hatches for excellent ventilation and easy access to the rooftop
- 316 Stainless steel aft galley window frame can be hinged upwards, allowing the interior space to flow into the aft deck for entertaining.
- Black exterior Textaline covers for the salon windows.
Helm Station
- Llebroc double helm seat with sliding track and individual bolsters
- Edson Polished Stainless Steel Comfort Grip power wheel, 14.5" with Pro-Series Power Knob
- Sliding side entry window enabling easy access from the helm to the side-deck
Galley
- LPG stove with oven with glass insert for additional countertop space
- Full-height pullout pantry with shelving to starboard
- Double basin stainless steel galley sink with single lever pullout faucet.
- Large, heavily insulated top-loading 12-volt freezer integrated into the galley countertop
- Two pullout front access 12-volt stainless steel refrigerators
- Flush-mounted microwave oven in a cabinet above the corner cupboard
- Seagull X-2KF water filtration system
Master Stateroom
- Centerline raised queen bed with memory foam mattress
- Fiddled surround along the base of the berth trimmed with Ultraleather upholstery.
- Opening deck hatch
- Reading lamps mounted to the forward bulkhead on each side of the berth
- Large cedar-lined hanging locker and a drawer below.
Guest Cabin
- Double berth inboard with a single berth outboard can be converted to a large double with the insert.
- Single Pullman style berth located above and outboard of the lower berths.
- Opening deck hatch
- Additional storage located beneath the lower berths
Head
- Sealand electric flush toilet plumbed for both fresh and saltwater
- Separate stall shower with Lexan retractable shower door framed with Teak
- Molded non-skid fiberglass floor
- Molded white sink with Ambassador Stasis faucet
- Ventilated extractor fan in the shower
- Opening deck hatch
Systems & Equipment
EQUIPPED WITH THE BEST
- Twin Yanmar 8-cylinder direct injection 370 HP 8LV-370 turbo diesel inter-cooled engines with electronic controls
- Water lock mufflers with underwater exhaust and fire-retardant GRP tubing
- Two raw water sea strainers for the main engine intake
- Direct drive propeller shafts with Chatfield Marine Blue Water Shaft Seal
- Electric oil-change pump for engines, transmissions, and the generator for easy and spill-free maintenance
- Twin CNC 4-blade propellers
- R107 rudders with 2-inch stainless steel stocks and tillers
- Seastar hydraulic steering system
- Type C line cutters installed on propeller shafts
- Jet thruster - JT90 Combi for both bow and stern
- Zipwake trim tab Series E 400mm kit
- 317 US Gallon stainless steel fuel tank constructed of high-quality 316L stainless steel.
- Main engines have dual Racor fuel-filtration systems with vacuum gauges and water contamination alarms. Fuel filters equipped with flame guards.
- 190 US Gallon stainless steel fuel tank constructed of high-quality 316L stainless steel.
- Shurflo Pentair aqua king II supreme 5.0 freshwater pump.
- Torrid stainless steel 17 US gallon 110 volt and engine-driven water heater
- Sealand 27 US gallon Polypropylene holding tank has a dedicated macerator pump, overboard discharge, and deck pump out.
- Dometic Sealand holding tank ventilation filter.
- The Hylas M49 features a highly organized electrical architecture utilizing high-quality tinned copper wiring for minimal voltage drop.
- Each wire is numerically labeled and traced from the source to the load.
- Each Hylas comes delivered with custom wiring diagrams for reference.
- Two lithium house batteries
- Two dedicated LIFELINE AGM GPL-31XT 12V/125A engine and generator start batteries
- Two Mastervolt Mac Plus 12/12-50 converters for 12v/180Ah alternator to 12v house bank
- Dedicated charging systems for both start batteries and house bank
- Hylas Signature backlit electrical distribution panel with hinged access to electrical components
- Blue Sea Systems ML-RBS remote battery isolator switches for the primary circuits.
- Northern Lights 9kw generator
- Raymarine Axiom 12" Pro-S with HybridTouch multi-function display with integrated high CHIRP conical sonar at the helm
- Raymarine RD418HD 4kW 48 nautical mile rage HD color radar and associated cabling
- Raymarine Smart Pilot EV-400 with EV-1 Sensor Core, ACU-400 autopilot computer, SeaTalk cabling, and P70R control head at the helm
- Raymarine Raystar RS150 72-channel 10Hz GPS receiver
- Raymarine Ray73 VHF radio with AIS receiver and Digital Selective Calling
- Raymarine AIS 700 receiver and transmitter - Class B AIS with antenna splitter
- Sirius satellite weather receiver
- Hylas spec Fusion stereo system with AM/FM, Bluetooth, Sirius XM, and Aux input
- Interior and exterior stereo speakers with zoned audio controls
- Pre-wiring for 24" TV on the starboard bulkhead aft of the settee in the main salon
- Pre-wiring for 24" TV on the aft bulkhead aft of the master stateroom
Additional Options
YOUR YACHT. YOUR WAY.
- Freedom Lift
- Sunbrella cockpit enclosure with Strataglass side panels and rear entry
- Seakeeper 5 Gyro stabilizer (the base yacht comes pre-wired and with mounts to enable future upgrades)
- Spectra Newport 700c 24v with Z-Ion filter with control panel at the navigation station 29 gallons per hour
- Camera package - FLIR M232 Infrared camera installed on the radar mast, Dome camera installed at the bow integrated with the Raymarine chartplotter at the helm
- Interior upgrade
- Replace standard wall and window surround upholstery with wood to match the interior joinery.
- Burled wood with ebony inlay around the table edge.
- Teak façade maximized in areas such as window surrounds and window pillars.
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EXPLORE THE M49
The Hylas M49 combines the proven ruggedness of a New Zealand hull design with the refined finishes and sensible features of a luxury downeast-style yacht. The result is a cruising yacht that can take you anywhere you desire in absolute comfort and safety.
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