Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 boat specs
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Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 vs Azimut Yachts 95 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 and the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Azimut Yachts 95 2008 measures 98,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 49,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 at 49,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 tips the scales at 354 lbs — 333 lbs more than the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 at 21 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 2 hp for the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 and 2 hp for the Azimut Yachts 95 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 carries 449 gallons versus 317 gallons in the Azimut Yachts 95 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Azimut Yachts 95 2008 is rated for 29 passengers, while the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 29 passengers and at 98,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeAzimut Yachts
MakeAzimut Yachts
Model46 Evolution
Model95
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam14 ft. 4 in. (4.36 m) at main section
Beam22 ft. 6 in. (6.85 m) at main section
Beam - Meters4.37
Beam - Meters6.86
Beam - Inches172
Beam - Inches27
Deadrise18℃ aft
Deadrise9.6℃ aft
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 4 in. (1.02 m) including props at full load
Draft [max] - Detail6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m) including props at full load
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters1.85
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches73
Weight - Detail17.7 tons at full load
Weight - Detail105 tons at full load
Weight - kg16057.16
Weight - kg95254.32
Weight - lbs.354
Weight - lbs.21
Length - Meters14.93
Length - Meters29.87
Length - Feet49
Length - Feet98
Length [over all with swim platform]47 ft. 11 in. (14.6 m) including platform
Length [over all with swim platform]96 ft. 8 in. (29.47 m) including platform
Length overall - Detail49 ft. 0 in. (14.93 m) including pulpit
Length overall - Detail98 ft. 0 in. (29.87 m) including pulpit
Length overall - Meters14.94
Length overall - Meters29.87
Length overall - Inches588
Length overall - Inches1176
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines2
Max no of engines2
Engine modelCaterpillar C9 6L
Engine modelCaterpiller C32 ACERT 12V
Fuel tank capacity - Detail449 gal. (1,700 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail3,170 gal. (12,000 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1699.65
Fuel tank capacity - Liters11999.75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal449
Fuel tank capacity - Gal317
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Horsepower2 x 510 mhp (375 kW)
Horsepower2 x 1,825 mhp (1,341 kW)
Performance
Cruising speed26 knots at half load
Cruising speed23 knots at half load
Maximum speed30 knots at half load
Maximum speed26.5 knots at half load
Operational Info
Head2 plus 1 crew
Head6 plus crew
Sleeping capacity4-6 plus 1 crew Cabins: 2-3 plus 1 crew
Sleeping capacity8 plus crew Cabins: 4 plus crew
Water capacity132 gal. (500 l)
Water capacity476 gal. (1,800 l)

Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 vs Azimut Yachts 95 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 or the Azimut Yachts 95 2008?
The Azimut Yachts 95 2008 is the longer of the two at 98,0 feet overall. The Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 comes in at 49,0 feet, making it roughly 49,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 or the Azimut Yachts 95 2008?
For trailering, the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 has the edge at 21 lbs dry weight versus 354 lbs for the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 is certified for 29. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 measures 172" wide, compared to 27" for the Azimut Yachts 95 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 or the Azimut Yachts 95 2008?
The Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 has the bigger tank at 449 gallons, versus 317 gallons on the Azimut Yachts 95 2008. That 132-gallon difference translates to roughly 396–660 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 and Azimut Yachts 95 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Azimut Yachts 46 Evolution 2008 and the Azimut Yachts 95 2008 are built by Azimut Yachts. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.