Press release28.10.2026
The all-new Axopar 38 Sun Top and Axopar 38 Cross Top make their U.S. premieres at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Displayed alongside the 38 XC Cross Cabin, all three models will come together on U.S. soil for the first time, highlighting the versatility of Axopar's latest generation of adventure boats.

Built on one shared platform but designed for distinctly different ways of boating, the Axopar 38 range comprises the fully enclosed XC Cross Cabin, the open and social Sun Top, and the Cross Top positioned between them. All models share the same twin-stepped, sharp-entry hull, modular deck concept and focus on drivability, comfort and functionality, with the level of enclosure creating three distinct experiences on the water.

The 38 XC Cross Cabin, which made its U.S. premiere at the Palm Beach International Boat Show in March, offers the greatest protection from the elements. Its fully enclosed wheelhouse combines panoramic visibility with wide sliding doors and an optional opening aft window, allowing the cabin to shift between a protected interior and a more open connection to the surrounding deck. Flexible seating, generous storage and a front cabin with sleeping accommodation make the XC equally suited to day boating and longer adventures.

Making its U.S. premiere at FLIBS, the 38 Sun Top takes the same platform in a distinctly more open direction. Designed around openness, flexibility and shared time on the water, its layout connects the helm, cockpit and aft deck into one continuous social space where driving, dining and relaxing can happen together.
At the heart of the Sun Top is a highly configurable cockpit. Individual helm seats can give way to a driver's sofa with a reversible backrest, while an optional U-sofa transforms into a large sunbed using an electric hi-lo table. Optional bulwark seating expands the social area further, while foldable activity platforms extend the aft deck towards the water for swimming, watersports and easier access onboard. A large opening canvas roof preserves the feeling of open-air boating while providing shade and shelter when needed.

Also making its U.S. premiere is the 38 Cross Top, the third and newest member of the range. Positioned between the XC Cross Cabin and Sun Top, it combines the open cockpit and social character of the Sun Top with increased protection at the helm. Its distinctive forward-tilting wraparound windshield reduces exposure to wind, spray and glare while maintaining excellent visibility, with the cockpit and aft deck remaining open to the surroundings. Optional roll-down canopies provide additional protection when conditions change.

Beyond their different levels of enclosure, the three models share the modularity that sits at the heart of the 38 platform. Owners can configure the bow, cockpit, front cabin and aft deck for different uses, with alternatives ranging from social seating and sun lounges to wet bars, an aft cabin and foldable activity platforms. Below deck, the front cabin provides accommodation for two, with options including a kitchen module and an enclosed toilet compartment with shower.
With the full range displayed side by side at FLIBS, all three versions of the Axopar 38 platform can be experienced together for the first time in the U.S. — from the all-weather protection of the XC Cross Cabin, through the open-air character of the Sun Top, to the balance of openness and protection offered by the Cross Top. The full Axopar 38 range will be on display at FLIBS from 28 October to 1 November at Bahia Mar, F/G Dock.
Starting base price
Axopar 38 Sun Top, Twin Mercury V8 300hp Black DTS | $325,800 |
Axopar 38 Cross Top, Twin Mercury V8 300hp Black DTS | $330,600 |
Axopar 38 XC Cross Cabin, Twin Mercury V8 300hp Black DTS | $335,300 |
Prices exclude shipping, handling, commissioning, taxes and any other related fees or costs. Axopar reserves the right to change pricing at any time without prior notice.
High-resolution images, videos, technical specifications, configuration layouts, standard equipment and options are available in the Press Kit
Additional press releases related to the Axopar 38 range:
Introducing the all-new Axopar 38 - Built on an icon, redefined Axopar
Launches the 38 Sun Top, An Open and Social Boat Built for Shared Time on the Water
Axopar Completes the 38 Range with the All-New Cross Top — A Unique Balance Between Openness and Protection
Axopar 38 range videos:
Axopar 38 Sun Top & XC Cross Cabin - Full Walkthrough & Sea Trial
Axopar 38 XC Cross Cabin Walkthrough
About Axopar: Axopar is a Finland-based boat manufacturer and one of the fastest-growing boat brands in the world. As the Adventure Boating Company, Axopar designs multifunctional, accessible, and innovative boats built around Scandinavian simplicity, unparalleled drivability, and effortless exploration. The multi-award-winning fleet spans 22 to 45 feet, including two all-electric AX/E models, and is supported by a global dealer network in more than 50 countries, with North America as the largest market. Designed in Finland and manufactured in Poland, Axopar has sold over 7,500 boats since its founding in 2014. In 2024, the Group’s turnover reached 197,2 million euros and it employed roughly 1100 people.
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