Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Contest Yachts 52MC Fastlane 2013 vs Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport T-top 2018 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Contest Yachts 52MC Fastlane 2013 vs Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport T-top 2018 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Contest Yachts 52MC Fastlane 2013 carries a rated maximum of 305 hp. Engine data for the Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport T-top 2018 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 15 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Contest Yachts 52MC Fastlane 2013 and Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport T-top 2018 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail52.26 ft
Length overall - Detail52.40 ft
Length - Feet52.26
Length - Feet52.4
Length overall - Meters15.93
Length overall - Meters15.97
Length overall - Inches627
Length overall - Inches629
Beam - Meters4.85
Beam - Meters4.63
Beam - Inches191
Beam - Inches182
Draft [max] - Detail2.79 ft
Draft [max] - Detail2.10 ft
Draft [max] - Meters0.85
Draft [max] - Meters0.64
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches25
Displacement35596.00 lbs
Displacementnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal395.95
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1498.83
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Engine makeCummins
Engine makenot available
Horsepower305 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typenot available
Engine 2 Engine MakeCummins
Engine 2 Engine Makenot available
Engine 2 Horsepower305 hp
Engine 2 Horsepowernot available
Engine 2 Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine 2 Fuel Typenot available
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity6
Sleeping capacitynot available
Cabins3
Cabinsnot available
Water capacity153.98
Water capacity475.5
Holding tank capacity - Gal88
Holding tank capacity - Gal79.2
Holding tank capacity - Liters333.12
Holding tank capacity - Liters299.8
Boat typePower
Boat typePower