The 44 Hardtop Express launched the next step in sportfisher design evolution for CABO Yachts, with the integration of a new hardtop – taking what was already a leader in fishability to another level. This exciting express is designed to be the most fishable CABO ever. Its innovative design and interior accommodations continue to meet the demands of its core market – serious offshore anglers. Performance:Like many of the latest CABOs to be introduced in the past few years, the foundation of the 44 Hardtop Express is its Michael Peters designed hull. From there, the propulsion design, electrical systems and attention to detail in every screw and hinge is executed in the same manner that built CABO’s reputation for creating a rugged and efficient boat. Fishability:Careful planning and forethought go into the placement of every element in the cockpit – especially essentials such as the bait tank, tackle center and rod storage. Mezzanine seating provides a comfortable perch while watching the spread. Insulated fishboxes are molded into the sole and equipped with in-line macerators. Full-length piano hinges and rubber gaskets allow for a tight seal, to keep your catch fresher longer. Lures and rigging equipment are neatly organized, in a custom-designed tackle center at the rigging station. A number of additional options are also available. Design and Construction:The integrated hard top created an impressive new design unlike any CABO before it – utilizing its three-sided enclosure to offer better protection from the elements, improved visibility, and greater comfort on the helm deck. Below deck, the interior offers a comfortable living space equal in size to the 45 Express that it replaced, and larger than competitor’s models in its range. Accommodations:While a 2-stateroom layout is standard on the 44 Hardtop Express, it can also be configured with a single stateroom and angler’s room, or a 3-stateroom arrangement for those with larger crews. The standard second stateroom offers the comfort of private twin berths away from the master, while the optional anglers room layout features a display cabinet, custom rod racks, ample work surface, additional interior storage, and an open floor plan. The full-length, aft-facing galley counter allows easy access to appliances, while creating more floor space in the living/dining area. The master stateroom and shared head are forward of the main living area and offer the comfort and amenities in keeping with CABO’s next generation of sportfishers.

Boot striping – Dark Blue Hull sides ICE Blue Bottom paint, complete preparation – 2 coats epoxy, 2 coats anti-fouling paint, black, standard Molded fiberglass construction with superior ISO/NPG exterior gelcoat finish and premium resins; biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement; solid fiberglass bottom construction; core construction from chine to sheer (vacuumbagged) Stainless steel rub strip on face of white high-density PVC rub rail Trim tabs, fully recessed

Anchor roller assembly, recessed, custom stainless steel Forward mooring cleats (2), stainless steel Spring line cleats (4), stainless steel Stern cleats (2), stainless steel Custom bow rails, aluminum Bow pulpit, integral molded fiberglass Stern hawse pipes, stainless steel Deck surface, molded-in, non-skid Molded fiberglass using polyester resin, biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement and core construction Premium quality molded-in white gelcoat exterior finish Windlass, heavy-duty, DC electric, remote at helm and deck switches Windshield washers (3), freshwater-supplied Windshield wipers (3), self-parking with pantograph arms, intermittent and separate controls

Aluminum reinforcing plate installed for mounting fighting chair Bait and tackle center with storage, gas spring, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch Bait tank, 56 gallons, molded into transom with large overboard drain and LED lighting Courtesy lighting under gunwales Multi color LED broad spectrum color adjustable  Mezzanine with integrated storage and freezer Fish boxes (2), large capacity, insulated, macerator pump-out system Hose and pistol-grip nozzle Gunwale padding, high-density foam, white vinyl covered Icebox, fitted with gasketed lid, gas spring actuator, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch Starboard side with Dometic ice chipper Hatches, lazarette and fish boxes, heavy-duty, gasketed, drains, gutters, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch Rod holders (4) Scuppers, self-bailing Transom door with top gate, extreme duty, polished stainless steel hardware Washdown, freshwater Washdown, saltwater Insulated drink storage box Door to engine room with ladder from cockpit 4 flush mount swivel rod holders on the gunwale 3 rod holders on each side of the cabin house for extra rod storage when running cockpit rod rocket launcher

Companion seats (2), mounted on port and starboard cabinets Companionway door, sliding, opaque with white acrylic Helm console, integrally molded Helm seat, adjustable, with vinyl-covered high-density foam cushions, pedestal-mounted L-Shaped lounge, with lockable storage beneath Tackle center with drawers for gear storage and organization

Console cover, canvas Compass, with light, flush-mounted Helm wheel, stainless steel Fire and bilge high water level alarms, audible Engine instrument panel, custom, with audible warning system and hour meters Palm Beach pod, mounted, single lever electronic controls with integrated bow thruster controls  Switch panels, custom, stainless steel

Tri-color LED lighting Ventilation hatch Recessed electric teaser real mount Rod storage locker LED spreader light Vented windows, port and starboard

Bilge, white gelcoat finish Bilge pumps (5), three automatic/manual, two automatic Double constant torque stainless steel clamps on engine exhaust hoses Double hose clamps on all hose fittings, stainless steel Electronic controls with trolling valves, engine synchronizer and back up controls Electric fuel priming pumps Emergency bilge pump diverter valve on one main engine Engine alarm system Engine room liner, white gelcoat finished Engine room blowers (2), DC Engine room ventilation fan, AC Fire extinguishing system, manual/automatic Freshwater cooling, on main engines Freshwater pump, DC Fuel filters with water separators on main engines and generator, large capacity Fuel lines, metal braided, fire-retardant Fuel tanks, fiberglass, constructed with fire-retardant resin and coated with fire-retardant paint High water bilge alarms (3) Holding tank, 43-gallon, with monitor, macerator and dockside discharge Mufflers, fiberglass with backwash surge tube Propeller shafts, double taper, couplers, high-strength stainless steel Propellers, 5-blade Nibral Power steering Rudders, bronze, high-strength, with high load bearings (low friction, precise control) Sea cocks, UL approved for marine application bronze, fitted on all thru-hulls below waterline Stuffing boxes, drip-less lip seal type Water heater, 11-gallon, AC, stainless steel Water intake scoops, bronze, high-speed, with integral seawater strainers Seakeeper 3  stabilizer in the engine room Seakeeper 6 stabilizer in the salon sole

11.5 – kW Freshwater-cooled diesel generator with seawater strainer, remote start and digital panel, water lift muffler, safety shutdown system, sound enclosure 50’ Shore power cord with retractable Glendinning Cable Master, 120/240V, 50-amp Battery charger, automatic with thermal cut out Battery on/off switches, vapor-proof Battery paralleling, automatic, with manual switch at helm Bonding system with transom zinc plate Circuit breaker protection throughout Distribution panel,  AC/DC, with line voltage, load meter, and reverse polarity light Horn, dual air trumpet Lights, engine room, AC and DC Lights, interior, DC LED Lights, navigation, international Receptacles, GFI protected, throughout Batteries, heavy duty Air conditioning / heating , AC, 18,000 BTU 3 units in total; Helm, Main cabin and stateroom. 4 transom LED underwater lights Blue in color

Main Cabin: Access hatch to below deck equipment Carpet, removable, deep-pile Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade Fabrics and coverings, fine selection throughout Interior wood, teak, satin finish Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers Lounge, convertible to double sleeper TV, LED, flat screen AM/FM/CD/DVD with 5.1 surround sound speakers Skylight (2) Galley: Cooktop, ceramic, two-burner, recessed with solid-surface cover Solid-surface countertop with sea rails Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers Microwave/convection oven Refrigerator/freezer, with pullout drawers Sink, stainless steel Storage compartments and drawers throughout Under cabinet lighting, LED Garbage disposal Forward Stateroom: Berth, double, island-style, 5” mattress, bunkcover Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers Lockers, hanging, cedar-lined, port and starboard Storage, compartments and drawers below berth Storage, rod lockers (2), with horizontal rod racks TV, LED, flat screen Stereo AM/FM/CD/DVD with speakers (2) Guest Stateroom: Wall-mounted mirror Lighting, reading, DC Berths (2), single with folding top berth for additional space Locker, hanging, cedar-lined Rod storage under lower berth Blanket locker Skylight Carpeting Central vacuum system access for the entire boat Head: Solid-surface countertop with undermount sink Vanity with storage Toiletry storage cabinet, framed with mirror doors Head, Sealand Vacuflush, electric Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers Shower stall, automatic shower sump pump Exhaust blower Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade Holding tank monitoring system Linen locker Towel rack