2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE

The 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE is a 61-foot sport fishing yacht designed for offshore fishing, fast cruising, and extended time onboard. Built with a fiberglass deep-V hull, the yacht combines a large working cockpit with a raised flybridge and a comfortable three-stateroom interior, making it suitable for both serious fishing and family cruising.

The 61 Convertible has an overall length of approximately 61 feet and a beam of around 18 feet 2 inches. Its layout provides substantial outdoor working space while maintaining a full salon, galley, dinette, three guest cabins, and three heads below, giving the boat a balance between offshore capability and onboard comfort.

Is the 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE for Sale?

Yes, a 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE is currently listed on the brokerage market. A 2002 example named “Outta Line” is advertised in Orange Beach, Alabama, with an asking price of approximately US$695,000. YachtWorld's current search also shows other 61 Convertible listings, although availability and asking prices can change.

When comparing used examples, buyers should look beyond the model year and asking price. Engine hours, overhaul history, generator condition, electronics, fishing equipment, interior updates, hull maintenance, and previous offshore use can create substantial differences between individual 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE yachts.

2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE Price

The currently advertised 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE in Orange Beach is listed at approximately US$695,000, following a price reduction. This provides a current brokerage reference point, but it should not be treated as a fixed market value for every 2002 example.

The total purchase budget should also include survey and haul-out costs, insurance, marina fees, fuel, routine maintenance, engine servicing, generator maintenance, and potential electronics or interior upgrades. For a yacht more than two decades old, the condition and service history of the major mechanical systems can have a significant effect on the actual cost of ownership.

Performance and Propulsion

The 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE was offered with large twin diesel engines, with the current “Outta Line” listing powered by twin MTU 12V2000 engines rated at approximately 1,480 hp each. The listed boat has approximately 5,545 engine hours and recently completed a 1,000-hour service, although buyers should verify current hours and service records directly.

The available listing reports a cruising speed of approximately 28 knots, making the 61 Convertible suitable for offshore fishing runs and fast coastal passages. Actual performance will vary according to engine condition, load, fuel level, sea state, propeller condition, and hull maintenance, so a professional sea trial should be used to verify acceleration, cruising RPM, vibration, steering, and top-end performance.

Exterior Design and Construction

The 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE uses a fiberglass modified-V/deep-V hull designed for offshore operation. Its exterior arrangement centers on a large aft cockpit with fishing equipment and working space, while the raised flybridge provides an elevated helm position with broad visibility over the cockpit and surrounding water.

The cockpit can be equipped with features such as a fighting chair, transom door, in-deck fish box, livewell, rod holders, ice storage, and fishing tackle storage. The flybridge provides additional helm and seating space and can accommodate a tower and additional fishing equipment, depending on the individual boat's configuration.

Interior and Accommodation

The 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE provides a three-stateroom, three-head layout, giving the yacht enough private accommodation for family cruising or fishing trips with several guests. The salon provides a large shared living area, while the galley and dinette are arranged to support longer stays onboard.

The current listed example includes a king-size master berth, a forward VIP stateroom with additional berths, and a separate twin-bunk guest cabin. The galley features Sub-Zero refrigeration and freezer storage, while the salon includes wraparound seating and entertainment equipment. Individual boats may differ because of refits and owner-installed equipment.

What to Check Before Buying a 2002 VIKING 61 CONVERTIBLE

Before making an offer, a complete marine survey, haul-out inspection, and professional sea trial are strongly recommended. The survey should cover the fiberglass hull and deck, stringers, bulkheads, rudders, shafts, propellers, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, electrical equipment, generators, air-conditioning, plumbing, pumps, and other major onboard systems.

The twin MTU engines should be inspected individually, including engine hours, maintenance records, diagnostic reports, cooling systems, turbochargers, exhaust components, transmissions, shafts, and propellers. Buyers should also test the generator sets, navigation electronics, fish boxes, livewell, refrigeration, ice-making equipment, hydraulic systems, outriggers, and other fishing equipment before completing the purchase.