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2020 Horizon FD80 Skyline Motoryacht For Sale
A fast-displacement 80' class yacht with an enclosed Skylounge (Skyline) helm, on-deck master, expansive deck spaces, and a true beach club onboard...built for comfortable long-range cruising and effortless entertaining.
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Overview
The FD80 Skyline is designed to feel “bigger than its length” by pairing a wide-beam platform with large glass, a comfortable enclosed Skylounge helm, and social spaces that flow naturally from cockpit to salon to galley and out to the decks. It’s a proven format for owners who want easy daily use, confident coastal runs, and the ability to host without the layout getting in the way.
- Enclosed Skylounge (Skyline) helm with excellent visibility and a true all-weather command center
- On-deck master + three additional guest staterooms below (four ensuite guest cabins total)
- Beach club atmosphere with hydraulic stern door and hydraulic Hi-Lo swim platform (1,500 lb capacity)
- ABT Zero Speed stabilizers + ABT hydraulic bow/stern thrusters
- Boat deck sized to carry a tender/toys (Steelhead davit ES1500 listed)
- Sea Recovery watermaker (700 gal/day) + Reverso fuel polishing + Octoplex + Maretron
- Fast-displacement FD hull aims to balance comfort, efficiency, and real-world cruising speeds
- Wide-beam volume supports “90-foot feel” entertaining zones in an 80-foot footprint
- Skyline layout keeps guests comfortable while the helm stays quiet, protected, and usable year-round
- Beach-club access changes how owners use the water (toys, swimming, boarding, dock days)
Note: Some equipment and layout details can vary by hull and owner preferences. Confirm exact inventory during due diligence.
Key Features & Equipment
- Hydraulic full-width stern door with pantograph center door
- L-shaped seating with storage + tinted windows
- Built-in hot/cold shower above swim platform
- Samsung 32" LED TV + Fusion Marine audio
- Sofa, Hi/Lo table, dayhead, (2) STIDD helm chairs
- Custom helm + monitoring + PTZ camera coverage
- Refrigerator, sink, icemaker + propane BBQ
- Steelhead davit ES1500 + lighting/search lights
- Guest: on-deck master + forward VIP + port VIP + twin guest (all ensuite)
- Crew quarters aft with separate access, crew head, and crew galley
- Salon: 55" Samsung TV (ceiling fold-down) + Bose soundbar + Apple TV
- Galley: Sub-Zero refrigeration + Miele cooking suite + dishwasher
Technical Details
- Twin MAN V8 1200HP diesels
- ABT Zero Speed stabilizers
- ABT hydraulic bow & stern thrusters
- Fuel: 2,700 US gal | Water: 400 US gal
- (2) Onan 29kW generators (60Hz)
- Sea Recovery watermaker: 700 gal/day
- Maretron monitoring + Octoplex power distribution
- (6) Underwater lights
- (4) Garmin GPSMAP 8617 17" MFDs (one dedicated to monitoring)
- Garmin radar suite + AIS + VHF
- KVH TracVision HD7 + TracPhone V7-IP (empty dome noted)
Specifications and equipment are subject to change without notice and should be verified by buyers and their representatives.
Buyer Intelligence Q&A (Horizon FD80 Skyline)
What makes the Horizon FD80 Skyline different from a typical 80-foot motoryacht?
The FD80 is built around Horizon’s Fast Displacement (FD) concept: a wide-beam, high-volume platform designed to feel larger than its length while aiming for comfortable, efficient cruising. The Skyline version adds an enclosed Skylounge helm, making the yacht more usable in heat, rain, or long passages without sacrificing outdoor space.
How does the enclosed Skylounge (Skyline) change day-to-day use?
It creates a true all-weather helm and social space. Owners often like that guests can relax in climate comfort while the captain maintains clear sightlines and control — and you still keep open-air entertaining zones on the aft decks.
What is the typical accommodation layout on a 2020 FD80 Skyline?
This configuration is commonly built as a four-stateroom yacht with an on-deck master and three guest cabins below. This listing’s spec also notes crew quarters aft with separate access.
Why do buyers care about “beach club” access on this size yacht?
Because it changes how you use the water. A beach-club style aft zone can make swimming, boarding, gear management, and toy handling feel easier and more private — especially when paired with a hydraulic stern door and Hi-Lo platform.
How do ABT Zero Speed stabilizers affect comfort?
Zero-speed stabilizers are designed to reduce roll at rest and underway, which can make dock days, anchor time, and slower cruising feel noticeably calmer for guests.
What’s the practical advantage of carrying tender/toys on the boat deck?
It helps keep the swim platform and beach zone open for people, while still supporting a real tender setup. The FD80 platform is widely known for a boat deck that can accommodate a tender and additional gear depending on configuration and davit capacity.
Costs, Ownership & Resale Q&A (Horizon FD80)
What are common cost drivers on an 80' FD-series yacht?
Crew structure, dockage, insurance, planned maintenance, and generator hours tend to be the major variables. Stabilizers and sophisticated onboard systems add comfort and capability, but they also mean maintenance planning matters.
Why does layout matter to resale value on the FD80?
Because buyers often shop “livability” first. An on-deck master, protected Skylounge, and a social main deck with large glass are features that many buyers repeatedly seek — which may support broader demand when it’s time to sell.
What should buyers verify during due diligence on a 2020 FD80?
Service history, stabilizer records, generator load/usage, hydraulic systems (platform/door/davit), navigation electronics status, and a survey that includes mechanical checks.
Is fuel capacity meaningful on this model?
Yes — capacity supports route flexibility and reduces the pressure to refuel at inconvenient or expensive stops. Actual range depends on loading, sea state, speed, and generator usage, so buyers typically review real-world cruising data from the operator and engine downloads.
What supports long-term ownership satisfaction on the FD80 platform?
A simple, repeatable maintenance cadence, good crew retention, and keeping the yacht’s “guest experience systems” reliable (AC, stabilizers, watermaker, hydraulics, entertainment). Small reliability wins often compound into a better ownership experience.
Are specifications guaranteed?
No. Specifications and equipment should be verified and are subject to change without notice.
Our Founder is a Trusted Advisor who's Lived, Navigated and Worked Aboard Dozens of Horizon Yachts
Kevin St. Clair began commissioning new-build Horizon yachts 26 years ago. He then became captain of the 2002 Horizon 76' M/Y "Tina Marie" in 2002. Working with Kevin will give you his insight from someone who's protected yacht owners as onboard engineer, captain and now as owner of St. Clair Superyachts.
If you are considering a performance yacht in the 25–35m class, Kevin may be able to help you evaluate this purchase in a way that goes beyond what is typically available in the marketplace. Full specifications, service history, and detailed guidance are available for qualified buyers.
Kevin St. Clair
Founder, St. Clair Superyachts
Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
Former Yacht Captain & Engineer (since 1997)
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Kevin@Stclairsuperyachts.com
+1 (954) 652-9539
About St. Clair Superyachts
St. Clair Superyachts is a global superyacht brokerage and advisory firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, focused on protecting yacht owners, buyers and sellers at every stage of the ownership cycle. The firm is led by Kevin St. Clair, a licensed Florida yacht broker and former yacht captain and engineer who has logged more than 200,000 nautical miles aboard multi-million dollar yachts since 1997.
Drawing on decades of experience at sea and in the shipyard, St. Clair Superyachts provides quiet, engineering-level guidance on real-world issues that matter to ultra high net worth families and their advisors: acquisition strategy, ownership costs, refit planning, risk management and exit timing. The goal is simple: Help clients make clear, confident decisions about the yachts they buy, own and eventually sell.
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- Decades of hands-on captain and engineering experience on large yachts.
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To discuss this yacht or a broader acquisition or sale strategy, you may contact St. Clair Superyachts directly at: kevin@stclairsuperyachts.com.