2019 Sabre 45 Salon Express
New to market
Classic Downeast Elegance. Modern Performance. Exceptional Cruising Versatility.
Beautifully appointed example of the highly sought-after Sabre 45 Salon Express, one of the most admired Downeast cruising yachts in her class. Combining Sabre's renowned Maine craftsmanship, timeless styling, and thoughtful design with the efficiency and maneuverability of Volvo Penta IPS propulsion, she offers an exceptional balance of performance, comfort, and cruising capability.
Powered by twin Volvo Penta IPS 600 diesel engines rated at 435 HP each, She delivers a comfortable cruising speed in excess of 24–25 knots, with the responsive handling, joystick maneuverability, and ease of operation that make the IPS system so desirable. Whether cruising the New England coast, exploring the Chesapeake Bay, heading south for the winter, or embarking on an extended coastal adventure, she is a remarkably capable and versatile yacht.
The Sabre 45 Salon Express is particularly well regarded for her intelligent use of space and exceptional accommodations. Her beautifully finished cherry interior, bright and inviting salon, and practical half-up galley create a welcoming environment for entertaining and extended time aboard. Two private staterooms, each with access to a full head and separate shower, provide comfortable accommodations for owners and guests alike.
A distinguishing feature of the Sabre 45 is her dedicated utility room, an unusually practical space for a yacht of this size. She takes full advantage of this arrangement with separate, side-by-side washer and dryer units, providing a level of convenience more commonly associated with substantially larger cruising yachts.
Her spacious cockpit, complete with teak decking, an electric SureShade awning, and a dedicated grilling station, offers an inviting outdoor entertaining area. The salon flows naturally into the cockpit, while the large electric sunroof and opening windows provide an open, airy atmosphere underway or at anchor.
She is further distinguished by a desirable collection of factory options and equipment, including a Seakeeper 6 gyroscopic stabilizer, Volvo/Garmin Glass Bridge navigation displays, teak cockpit and swim platform, and upgraded onboard electrical systems.
With her manageable size, comfortable accommodations, capable performance, and premium equipment, she is equally suited to weekend escapes, extended coastal cruising, and possibly even the Great Loop.
She represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-equipped example of one of Sabre's most successful and desirable modern Downeast designs.
Notable Features & Equipment
Twin Volvo Penta IPS 600 diesel engines — 435 HP each
Approximately 24–25-knot comfortable cruising speed
Volvo IPS joystick maneuvering and integrated steering
Seakeeper 6 gyroscopic stabilization
Twin Volvo/Garmin 17-inch Glass Bridge multifunction displays
Volvo/Garmin integrated autopilot
Large electric sunroof over helm and salon
Electric SureShade cockpit awning
Teak decking in cockpit and on swim platform
Dedicated cockpit grill cabinet with sink
Separate side-by-side washer and dryer in utility room
Standalone inverter with separate battery charger
Triple Kahlenberg horn upgrade
Salon filler cushion and telescoping table base creating an additional berth
Two private staterooms and two full heads with separate showers
Twin Stidd helm seats
Convenient starboard helm-side deck access door
Spacious cockpit with U-shaped seating
Powered salon aft bulkhead window
Traditional Sabre cherry joinery and teak-and-holly cabin soles
Currently located in Oxford, Maryland.
Principal SpecificationsDimensions & Capacities
Length Overall: 49' 0"
Beam: 14' 8"
Maximum Draft: 3' 9"
Bridge Clearance: 13' 8"
Dry Weight: 34,700 lbs
Deadrise at Transom: 16°
Deadrise Amidships: 23°
Interior Headroom: 6' 6"
Fuel Capacity: 450 gallons
Freshwater Capacity: 150 gallons
Holding Tank Capacity: 65 gallons
Propulsion
Engines: Twin Volvo Penta IPS 600
Engine Year: 2019
Horsepower: 435 HP each / 870 HP total
Fuel: Diesel
Drive System: Volvo IPS pod drives
Engine Hours: Approximately 645 hours each — exact readings to be updated
Cruising Speed: Approximately 24–25 knots
Maneuvering: Volvo IPS joystick control
Hull & Construction
Modified deep-V planing hull
16° transom deadrise; 23° amidships
ISO NPG white gelcoat with vinylester backup resin
Vacuum-infused biaxial E-glass hull construction
Corecell SAN foam-cored bottom, topsides and transom
Foam-cored biaxial E-glass stringer system
Resin-infused E-glass swim platform with molded nonskid
Hull-side rubbing strakes
White PVC rub rail with stainless steel cap
Painted urethane double boot stripe
Traditional recessed gold cove stripe
Deck, Hardtop & Exterior
Vacuum-infused biaxial E-glass deck and hardtop with balsa core
ISO NPG gelcoat finish
Molded nonskid walking surfaces
Wide, secure side decks
Stainless steel perimeter rail system
Teak cap rails and cabin-side eyebrow
Stainless steel transom gates
Large cockpit U-shaped settee
High-gloss cockpit table
Electric SureShade cockpit awning
Teak cockpit sole and swim platform
Electric sunroof
Cockpit grill cabinet with sink
Cockpit engine room access hatch
Custom stainless steel opening portlights
Low-profile deck hatches with screens
Custom cast stainless steel SABRE medallion
Deck Hardware & Ground Tackle
1¼-inch diameter Type 316 stainless steel perimeter rails
Six 12-inch stainless steel cleats — two forward, four amidships
Two aft bollard cleats
10-inch stainless steel windlass rode tie-off cleat
Cast stainless steel forward skene chocks
Custom stainless steel bow pulpit
Dual anchor roller
Quick electric rope/chain windlass
Dedicated anchor locker with slam latch
Saltwater bow washdown system
Flagstaff and socket on taffrail
Burgee staff on bow pulpit
Helm & Navigation
Two Volvo/Garmin 17-inch Glass Bridge multifunction displays
Volvo/Garmin autopilot display
Volvo IPS joystick at helm armrest
Custom teak steering wheel with Sabre logo
Tilt-adjustable helm
Twin Stidd N-Series Ultraleather helm seats
Hinged starboard helm-side deck access door
Triple windshield wipers with multiple speed settings
Freshwater windshield washer system
Ritchie magnetic compass
Tri-color helm lighting — red, white and blue
NMEA 2000 backbone
Helm controls for navigation lights, anchor light, horn, engine room blowers and bilge pumps
Upgraded triple Kahlenberg horn system
Main Salon
Starboard L-shaped settee with storage drawers
Portside straight settee
High-gloss finished salon table
Hi-low telescoping table pedestal
Filler cushion to convert salon seating into additional berth
HDTV with powered lift
Sound-insulated soft headliner panels
Polished stainless steel and glass cockpit entry door
Powered drop-down aft bulkhead window
Direct starboard side-deck access from helm
Large windows providing excellent natural light and visibility
Galley
Convenient half-up galley arrangement
Solid-surface countertops
Stainless steel undermount sink with cover
Pull-out galley faucet
Stainless steel two-drawer refrigerator
Stainless steel single-drawer freezer
Two-burner electric cooktop
Stainless steel convection microwave
Drawers and storage lockers below countertop
Additional outboard galley storage
Built-in wastebasket
Forward Master Stateroom
Private forward master stateroom
Island berth with 9-inch latex mattress
Cherry hull-side joinery and ceiling panels
Cedar-lined hanging locker to starboard
Portside bureau with four drawers
Additional drawers beneath berth
Outboard cabinets with shelving
Teak-and-holly cabin sole
Sound-insulated soft headliner panels
Private pocket-door access to master head
Master Head
Private access from master stateroom
Separate enclosed shower
Custom tiled head and shower sole
Solid-surface vanity countertop
Semi-recessed sink
Vanity cabinet with drawer
Mirrored overhead cabinet
Additional storage outboard of shower
Electric shower sump pump
Opening portlight
Overhead deck hatch with blind and screen
Ventilation blower
Stainless steel towel bars
Guest Stateroom
Convertible double berth / separate twin berth arrangement
Cherry hull-side joinery
Dedicated storage locker with shelving
Teak-and-holly cabin sole
Sound-insulated soft headliner panels
Convenient access to guest head
Guest Head / Day Head
Dual access from guest stateroom and passageway
Separate enclosed shower
Custom tiled head and shower sole
Solid-surface vanity countertop
Semi-recessed sink
Cherry-trimmed vanity mirror
Storage cabinet beneath vanity
Additional storage outboard of shower
Electric shower sump pump
Opening portlight
Overhead deck hatch with blind and screen
Ventilation blower
Stainless steel towel bars
Utility Room & Laundry
Dedicated utility space between guest accommodations and engine room
Separate side-by-side washer and dryer
Practical location for onboard service and utility equipment
Designed to preserve valuable storage throughout the vessel
Electrical & Onboard Equipment
Standalone inverter
Separate battery charger
Seakeeper 6 gyroscopic stabilizer
Electric sunroof
Electric cockpit SureShade
Powered salon television lift
Powered aft salon window
NMEA 2000 navigation network
Additional electrical and charging specifications to be confirmed
Freshwater System
150-gallon freshwater capacity
11-gallon 120V water heater
Hot-water temperature control valve
Variable-flow constant-pressure freshwater pump
Lead-free freshwater plumbing components
Filtered dockside water connection
Hot and cold transom shower
Engine room freshwater spigot
Safety & Bilge Systems
Clean-agent engine room fire suppression system
Automatic and manual fire system activation
Automatic shutdown of engines, generator and engine room blowers upon fire system activation
Portable fire extinguishers throughout accommodations
Corrosion-resistant Marelon seacocks
Bonding system for galvanic corrosion protection
Three automatic 12V electric bilge pumps
Three high-water sensors with alarms
Specifications and equipment are based on manufacturer information and seller-provided details. Equipment, operating performance, engine hours and vessel condition should be independently verified. Additional vessel-specific upgrades and service history will be incorporated as confirmed.
