Axopar 45 Aft Cabin, a clever and flexible layout

At 13.90 m long, the Axopar 45 is the largest model in the Axopar range. It is available in 5 versions, with 3 cockpit layouts: open, U-shaped saloon and aft cabin. It was in this version that we were able to discover it at Düsseldorf. Its extensive interior layout incorporates a number of ingenious features that allow the saloon to be arranged in a variety of ways.

Plenty of seating for outdoor living

In the cockpit, the Axopar 45 Aft Cabin offers an imposing 3-person sundeck on the aft cabin roof. A large zenithal porthole provides the necessary light. On the starboard side, the fender storage locker incorporates a grill and a sink for enjoying the outdoors. On the opposite side, a cushion covers the second storage locker. The gangways are well protected by the high bulwark. In the wheelhouse, the bulwarks fold down onto the cushioned exterior, transforming into comfortable seating above the sea. Positioned opposite the side access doors to the interior, they are in direct communication with the saloon.

Le bain de soleil arrière recouvrant la cabine
The rear sundeck covering the cabin
Un grill avec évier sur tribord
A grill with sink on starboard
Des pavois qui se transforment en confortable assises
Bulwarks that become comfortable seats

At the front, there's a comfortable chaise longue seat with backrest and a bench opposite. Just behind, the two butterfly doors, characteristic of the site, bring ventilation and light into the cabin. The cabin is spacious, with a sofa that easily converts into a bed by folding out an extra cushion. Seating on each side and a walk-in wardrobe complete the layout. The forward cabin of the Axopar 45 also has its own washroom with shower.

La plage avant pour se détendre face à la mer
The front beach for relaxing by the sea
Les portes papillon donnent accès à la cabine avant
Gullwing doors provide access to the front cabin
Une cabine avant qui se transforme en cabine double
A front cabin that converts to a double
Le cabinet de toilette de la cabine avant avec douche
The forward cabin toilet with shower

A clever wheelhouse with a modular layout

The fully enclosed wheelhouse is accessible via two sliding side doors. To starboard of the forward cabin companionway, the truly spacious cockpit accommodates up to two navigation screens on the dashboard. It is also equipped with three comfortable helm seats with flip-up seats. The second sliding door gives direct access to the gangway for maneuvering.

La spacieux poste de pilotage
The spacious cockpit
Des assises pour trois personnes
Seating for three

At the rear, the navigation seats are fitted with large storage drawers. The Axopar 45 Aft Cabin's layout is particularly interesting aft. The galley unit with rear sofa, like the central table, is positioned on rails and can be moved as required. The hob and sink can be accessed from behind the pilot seats. The attractive U-shaped saloon becomes an 8-person saloon once the wetbar is moved aft.

De grands tiroirs de rangement dans le bloc des sièges pilote
Large storage drawers in the pilot seat area
Un wet-bar sur rail pour le déplacer de l'avant à l'arrière
Rail-mounted wet-bar for moving from front to rear
Le carré convivial dont l'assise centrale donne accès à la cabine arrière
The user-friendly saloon, whose central seat gives access to the aft cabin

Sliding side doors create a real indoor-outdoor space, while rear glazing provides maximum light.

A beautiful rear cabin

To reach the large central cabin, simply lift the central seat to access the companionway. It's really spacious and bright, with a separate storage area that can also accommodate a second toilet.

La très grande cabine arrière
The extra-large rear cabin
Un espace séparé et fermé qui sert de rangement ou de cabinet de toilette
A separate, enclosed space used for storage or as a washroom

Three outboards to propel you at 45 knots

The Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin is fitted with three Mercury V8 300 Verado outboard engines, giving it a cruising speed of between 20 and 35 knots and a top speed of over 45 knots.

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