[BayAreaCharlie]

Hi All,

New here and trying to understand the pros / cons to these two models. IPS seems wonderful but not looking for maintenance headaches that twins and thrusters can’t solve. Also some feel that the 44/47 has a better sea hull? (They look kinda identical to me) I like the ability to convert the mid cabin to a double bunk and travel with a couple when the kids aren’t on board.

All thoughts / opinions are super helpful

If there are other threads happy to be pointed in that direction too.

Thanks in advance
Charlie


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[GMahanna]

I have had a 3900 Sovran and now have a 4400/4700. I selected the 44/47 after seeing the nightmare pricing on pod reseals and replacements. The other factor was that there isn't a Volvo dealer within a 2 hour run from my home port.
The 4400 has HUGE wheels, actually too big (another story). At low idle, with the wide set props, you can spin it on a dime and the bow thruster is really only there for wind correction.
Mine has the two perpendicular bunks in the second stateroom due to the washer/dryer combo.
The 4400 was 44,000 lbs in the straps with full fuel, half water and gear. She is VERY seaworthy. The 3900 tended to slap a bit in heavy seas.

There are 2 great facebook groups. Tiara Yacht Owners and Tiara Boat Owners Club.

Cheers!