C. Nicklaus Starling & Associates, LLC
1295 U.S. Highway 1,
North Palm Beach FL, 334085
Tel:561-320-7899
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2025 Contender 44 ST

location icon Lighthouse Point, United States
Year 2025
Length 44 ft / 13.41 m
Builder/Manufacturer Contender
Price
$1,100,000

As Contender’s flagship and largest boat to date, the 44ST excels in performance, quality, fishability, and reliability. The 44ST is designed and engineered for speed and bluewater competitive sport fishing with a proven double-stepped hull and reverse chines perfectly balanced for the soft, dry ride and seakeeping ability Contender is renowned for. With a 44 ft. length and 12 ft. beam, weighing 19,600 lbs., and configured with triple or quad Yamaha outboards (up to 2000 hp), the 44ST is powerful and stable for running in all sea conditions, safely and faster than other center consoles in her class. It offers a stable platform for the gap tower to see fish comfortably.

Among the 44ST’s innovative features are the port and starboard forward seats recessed under the gunnel caps to keep the forward deck space open for fishing. A large lounge seat with three large storage compartments is forward of the center console, providing a comfortable relaxation and sunning area. The console interior features a freshwater head and sink and electrical panels. Large in-deck storage compartments stow gear to the Bahamas or Atlantic Canyons for longer runs.

The helm console features a curved strataglass windshield with unobstructed views and a spacious dash for two 24” Garmin MFDs. Triple ladder-back helm seats with teak trim add to the 44ST’s sportfish yacht styling, and a spectacular tackle station behind the helm seats allows tackle changes from the cockpit. Outfitted for a range of recreational or competitive fishing styles or customized to an owner’s specific style, the vast cockpit is over 100 sq. ft. to accommodate a crew of 8-9 anglers easily. Features include multiple live wells totaling 220 gallons for live bait fishing, walk-through transom, rod holders, outriggers, and more.

Specifications

Year Built 2025
Category Power
Length Overall 43'10 ft / 13.36 m
Beam 12 ft / 3.66 m
Construction Fiberglass
Hull ID JDJ4V088C425
Deadrise Angle 22.7 °
Min Draft 2'3 ft / 0.69 m
Engines 4
Total Engine Power 1,400 hp
Maximum Speed 62.57 kn
Fuel Tanks 1
Fuel Tank Cap. 600 gal
Water Tanks 1
Water Tank Cap. 70 gal
Water Heater Cap. 0 gal
Holding Tank Cap. 0 gal
Dry Weight 19,600 lb

Engine 1 Specifications

Make: Yamaha
Model: F350
Fuel: Unleaded
Engine Power: 350hp
Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
Year: 2024
Engine Hours: 95
Engine Location: Port

Engine 2 Specifications

Make: Yamaha
Model: F350
Fuel: Unleaded
Engine Power: 350hp
Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
Year: 2024
Engine Hours: 95
Engine Location: Center Port

Engine 3 Specifications

Make: Yamaha
Model: F350
Fuel: Unleaded
Engine Power: 350hp
Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
Year: 2024
Engine Hours: 95
Engine Location: Center Starboard

Engine 4 Specifications

Make: Yamaha
Model: F350
Fuel: Unleaded
Engine Power: 350hp
Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
Year: 2024
Engine Hours: 95
Engine Location: Starboard
Disclaimer:

Nicklaus Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by United Yacht Sales - Florida Keys.

Manufacturer Provided Description

With a beam of over twelve feet, length of 44 feet, 600 gallons of fuel capacity, and a 2,000 max HP rating, the 44ST is certain to deliver on the promise of “performance through innovation.” Powered with triple or quad engine configurations, the boat excels in speed, performance, and reliability.

Standard Equipment
  • Forward Anchor Locker with Storage
  • 70-Gallon Water Capacity
  • 340-Gallon Forward Fish Box
  • 315-Gallon Forward Storage
  • (2) 10′ Rod Lockers
  • (2) 110 Gallon Aft Fish Boxes
  • (2) 55 Gallon Transom Live wells
  • 8″ Pop-Up Cleat
  • Heavy Duty Bow Lifting Ring in Floor Peak Locker
  • (2) Heavy Duty Stern Lifting Rings
  • (2) 10″ Stern Cleats
  • (2) 8″ Cleats with Hause Pipes – Midship
  • (4) Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
  • Custom Aluminum Recessed Bow Handrail
Vessel Equipment
  • T-Top, Hard Top, Fiberglass Flush Mount LED Spreader Light
  • Finger Grip Hand Rails on T-Top
  • Outrigger Bases, Gemlux, Bluewater
  • Outrigger Poles, Gemlux, 22' Internal
  • Powder Coating Package - White
  • Aft Fish Box-Drain Overboard with Gulper Pump Valve for Each Box
  • Coffin Box Forward Extra Large
  • Coffin Box Positioned as Lounge on Console
  • Electric Reel Outlet, 30 AMP (each) (6)
  • Livewell, Clear Lid (each) (3)
  • Rod Holders, Mate Series Cup/Rod Holders (4)
  • Rod Holders, Swivel (each) (2)
  • Fresh Water System
  • Ladder, Garelick Built-In Transom - Starboard Side
  • Shore Power, 30 AMP Including Battery Charger and Power Cord
  • Under Gunnel Lighting....White/Blue
  • Underwater Lights (Four), White/Blue
  • Extra Fuel Capacity, 100 Gallons
  • Steering Wheel, Brushed Stainless with Knob (Edson) Black
  • Trim Tabs, Livorsi Model 1050
  • Stadium Seating, 44 Includes (front) triple pedestal mounted lebroc seats with footrests on fiberglass module, (rear) m-series leaning post bench seat, extended hard top and electric cooler slide
  • Footrest, Folding, Aluminum for Leaning Post Fold Down Footrest on Fiberglass Pedestal
  • Forward Seating, Bench with Cushions
  • Rub Rail, White Grey Insert
  • Cockpit Coaming Bolster
  • Cushion Exterior Primary Color....Lite Gray
  • Cushion Exterior Secondary Color (only on upholstery/stitching upgrade)....Mystic White
  • 3rd Transom Cooler/Livewell
  • Aegis Digital Battery Management System
  • Electronics Package and Install
  • (2) 9224 Garmin
  • HDX3 12KW 4'
  • Sirius Radio Antenna
  • GXM 54 Weather Antenna
  • B275 HLW
  • GSD28
  • (2) USB
  • (2) USBC
  • (2) ICOM 510
  • (2) 8' Antenna Black Acrylic Panel from Teak Isle at the Helm
  • M6 Titanium Sport Grills with LED Lights
  • 10" Sub (4)
  • 12" Sub (2) Bow
  • FLIR
  • Garmin Empirbus Digital Switching System
  • Install Customer Supplied Quad 350 Yamahas
  • Lumitec Razor Light Bar
  • Rod Holder Rack Fixed on Both Sides of Coffin Box Powder Coat White
  • Seakeeper 3
  • Teak Isle Black Acrylic Panel for Console
Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters.  The broker cannot guarantee the true hours.  It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer

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.