ITALIA 15.98
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 54.46 ft |
| LWL | 45.93 ft |
| Beam | 15.91 ft |
| Draft | 9.51 ft |
| Displacement | 34,833 lb |
| Ballast | 12,566.3 lb |
| Material | 52’ 5”15.98 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.1 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 2 |
| Water | 184.9 L |
| Fuel | 158.5 L |
| CE category | About690 000€(2020) |
About the ITALIA 15.98
Sail Area = Main and jib. Optional 110 HP engine available Optional "L" shaped keel draft = 2.6m / 8.53 ft
The Italia 15.98 is a modern cruising yacht designed by Matteo Polli and built by Italia Yachts, with production starting in 2018. As a relatively new model with an unknown total build count, it represents a contemporary approach to the 54-foot cruising market.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize modern comfort and performance, as evidenced by the high frequency of owner investments in dodgers, cockpit canvas, and bimini installations.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 34833.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.95, the Italia 15.98 exhibits solid offshore stability and seaworthiness suitable for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include other modern fractional sloop designs in the 50-60 foot range that emphasize comfort ratios and fractional rigs, such as the Beneteau Oceanis 54 or Hanse 548.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 54.46ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the ITALIA 15.98yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a ITALIA 15.98? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
Similar Sailboats
Which engine powers your ITALIA 15.98?
We haven't confirmed the engine for this model yet. If you own or know one, tell us — as owners report in, we build an accurate picture over time.
Already know your engine? Search all engines → to find its exact parts.
Used sails that fit the ITALIA 15.98
Checking eBay for sails sized to this boat's rig…