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Palatka Shipbuilding Inc.

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The 43.67-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palatka Shipbuilding Inc. (Company)">Palatka Shipbuilding</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leight Star43.67m (143'3&quot;)Palatka Shipbuilding Inc.1984">Leight Star</a>, formerly known as Eagle III, is on the market with Chad Pordes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307434/image/large-f0789b9708785547e56206fbc5092b19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307434">Delivered by her US-based shipyard in 1984, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1766" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sun Coast Marine (Company)">Sun Coast Marine</a>, and has benefitted from a refit and lengthening in 2009.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307429/image/large-a12c8eabde110a53aee6c6b948090419.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307429">At a volume of 196 GT, the<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">&nbsp;yacht for sale</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests in a six stateroom configuration, while separate accommodation is also available for as many as seven crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307427/image/large-16af6bac89a027af2cca445202a4c199.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307427">Besides boasting spacious deck spaces on her exterior, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leight Star43.67m (143'3&quot;)Palatka Shipbuilding Inc.1984">Leight Star</a>’s contains a homey main saloon, which serves as the interior’s focal point. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307431/image/large-188cfeb4f6862fbed6925746a61118a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307431">Characterised by a bold red carpet and star-like details, as well as eye-catching velvet beige sofas, this welcoming social hub allows guests to unwind while gazing out of the expansive windows, or enjoy meals at the nearby dining area, complete with a stylish glass table. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307432/image/large-687e70ddd9039c7c6b8bb39a42a90738.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307432">This warm-tone colour palette continues throughout the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/leight-star/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Leight Star for sale</a>’s accommodation spaces, as classic dark wood finishings topped off with sumptuous pillows create a palatial sleeping haven in every stateroom. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307426/image/large-d3fd99e4b6430a4da3f46d39904b0ac6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307426">Furthermore, the vessel’s generous master suite includes a king bed, Jacuzzi, his-and-hers sinks, as well as a vanity area flanked by windows that provide blissful sea views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307430/image/large-d66f468c43fc13073e5ea21e15820254.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307430">In terms of outdoor living spaces, the yacht’s aft deck contains a table designed for easy-going alfresco dining, while a Jacuzzi, helipad, sunpads, and barbeque bar can be found on the sun deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307421/image/large-e11ac53ecbe83bfcbab1c9a984ed6306.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307421">Performance-wise, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/palatka-shipbuilding-inc/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Palatka Shipbuilding yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Detroit Diesel (Company)">Detroit Diesel</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307422/image/large-108df7ee914ae3af10abf1d21f9f6cda.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307422">

44m Palatka Shipbuilding yacht Leight Star for sale

The 43.67-metre Palatka Shipbuilding superyacht Leight Star, formerly known as Eagle III, is on the market with Chad Pordes of Northrop & Johnson. 
