Axopar introduces new twin-engine option across the Axopar 45 range for model year 2026

Axopar brings a new update to its flagship range: the Axopar 45 is now available with a twin-engine option, powered by Mercury’s Verado V10 400 hp outboards. This setup underscores the remarkable efficiency of the hull, which is particularly impressive given the boat's substantial weight of 10 tons. This update reaffirms Axopar’s mission to challenge conventions and redefine what a modern recreational boat can be.

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In many markets, owners prefer a twin-engine setup, and the new option for the Axopar 45 delivers lower operational costs and easier maintenance — without compromising performance. This change comes as a direct response to customer demand.

From the beginning, the Axopar 45 was never meant to be just another day cruiser. It was set out to represent a new genre: long-distance comfort and fast commuting combined with rugged, no-nonsense adventure capabilities. Available in three distinct configurations — the fully enclosable Cross Cabin, the open Sun Top, and the sporty Cross Top — it offers owners the freedom to shape their boating lifestyle around real-world needs and preferences.

Until now, the 45 range has been exclusively powered by triple engines, either Mercury Verado V8 300 hp or BRABUS Performance Line V10 350 hp. Driven by customer request, Axopar now introduces a twin-engine alternative featuring Mercury’s powerful Verado V10 400 hp engines. Available from model year 2026, starting with boats ordered in September 2025, this new setup not only reduces cost and maintenance but also improves onboard functionality and space. The result is a cleaner, more open aft deck layout with better access to the water.

A smarter way to power adventure

By equipping the 45 with twin Mercury V10 400 hp engines, Axopar proves the immense efficiency and capability of its hull. Delivering a combined 800 hp, the boat reaches top speeds of 45 knots and cruises comfortably between 25–35 knots — all while offering a cleaner, more spacious aft deck layout with wider bathing platforms. With the same output others apply to smaller, 32-38 feet boats, the Axopar 45 delivers performance without compromise.

Moreover, a separately developed aluminium bracket moves the two engines further back. This improvement enhances weight distribution and creates more space in front of the engines. Additionally, a new passageway in front of the engines increases the aft deck space and further facilitates movement on the deck.

“This setup is a true testament to the efficiency and performance of the hull — fully capable of powering an over 10,000 kg, 45-foot boat with just two engines and two propellers, something no one else is doing. Achieving speeds of up to 45 knots on twin engines, while maintaining comfort and efficiency, is once again an example of Axopar’s key principles and philosophy, and why we continue to lead in this industry,”

says Jan-Erik Viitala, Founding Partner of Axopar Boats.

From its gullwing doors and front lounge layout to its clean, uncluttered deck spaces, the Axopar 45 has redefined expectations for comfort, usability, and performance. As a benchmark in the adventure boating genre, it embodies Axopar’s core values of smart modular design, real-world functionality, and the freedom to adapt to different lifestyles. The new twin-engine option continues this approach, keeping the 45 versatile and relevant for a wide range of owners.

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