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The Betram 800 Convertible is an 82-foot convertible sportfishing yacht that was produced by the Florida-based boat-building firm Bertram Yachts between 2009 and 2014. As the largest hull ever launched by Bertram this vessel has a hefty presence on the water and the sort of space that allows not only for next-level fishing amenities but free-flowing living spaces, too. The perfect choice for ultra-competitive fishing teams looking for an edge or for leisure cruisers who wish to enjoy offshore exploration with the entire family, this model manages to blend the rugged and practical with super-stylish looks and unabashed luxury.
You can install a lofty tuna tower to the top of this Bertram for the full fishing package, or simply enjoy elevated views from the flybridge, which comes in your choice of open or enclosed styles. There is plenty of room to relax and entertain up here, with sofas and tables where you can enjoy drinks and food, while up front there is a helm station with impeccable visibility. As well as an adjustable piloting seat you will find tools like Side Power bow thruster controls, trim-tabs, a VEI flat-screen display, Simrad autopilot, a Raymarine chart-plotter and Icom VHF radio up here, along with Mitsubishi stabilizer switches, hydraulic power-steering and ZF throttles.
The teak-lined aft cockpit has been fine-tuned around tournament fishing, and features necessities like flush rod holders, chilled storage, in-sole macerated fish boxes, a self-draining sole, an Isotherm icechipper, fresh and saltwater hoses, a transom lift-gate, a set of Glendinning Cablemasters and raised rocket launchers, as well as optional extras like a Release Marine fighting chair, PipeWelders outriggers and a glazed transom baitwell. If you need to catch your breath, retire to the comfortable, padded mezzanine seats and crack open a beer or two.
Heading inside via glazed doors you will encounter plush carpeting, pale timber surrounds, mirrored panels and tear-drop side windows, along with climate-control and mood lighting. There is space in the salon for a sprawling L-shaped sofa in sedate upholstery, a custom coffee table, side cabinetry and even a walk-in galley with a serving bar. The galley features under-counter Sub-Zero fridge-freezer units, solid work surfaces, a multi-zone Eurokera hob and a Gaggenau oven.
The sheer size of the lower deck makes this boat a great option for multi-day fishing trips, with room for up to eight overnight guests across four exquisite staterooms. The owner’s stateroom to aft enjoys full-beam dimensions, hull glazing, a work-desk, a queen-sized bed and plentiful closet space, as well as an extra-large bathroom with a shower stall. The other cabins can be fitted with double or twin beds, and also feature dedicated en-suite facilities along with full-height closets or hidden storage.
Top of the range engine choices include a pair of 2400HP MTU 16V M93 diesel inboards, with top speeds of at least 35 knots on offer. At a cruising pace of 27 knots, you will be able to stay out on the water all weekend thanks to a fuel tank holding 3,000 gallons of diesel. A deep-V hull with a 12-degree transom deadrise, a solid fiberglass bottom and cored hull sides proves to be a solid performer even in rougher bluewater conditions, and promotes the sort of long-range stamina or agility needed for ambitious pelagic pursuits.
