Ben's Barge
79' 9" (24.31m) MARLOW
LOA: 79' 9" (24.31m)
Beam:
Draft:
Speed:
20 Knots
26 Knots
Location: Florida United States
Year: 2014
Builder: MARLOW
Type:
Motor Yacht
Price: $2,795,000 USD
Additional Specifications For Ben's Barge:
LOA: 79' 9" (24.31m)
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Tonnage:
84,000.00
Speed:
Cruising 20 Knots
Max 26 Knots
Fuel Capacity: 3000 Gal
Water Capacity: 500 Gal
Holding Tank: 150 Gal
Location: Florida, United States
Price: $2,795,000 USD
Delivery/Model Year: 2014
Year Built: 2014
Builder: MARLOW
Model: EXPLORER 66E
Type:
Motor Yacht
Engines: 1150 HP,Twin, Caterpillar,
Staterooms: 4
Captain Cabin: No
Classifications:
Notable Upgrades and Recent Services

- Twin 1150HP C-18 Caterpillar Engines
- Twin 21kW Onan Generators
- 20HP Bow Thruster
- 20HP Stern Thruster
- Yacht Controller
- AGM Batteries
- 900GPD Watermaker
- Command Bridge option with Day Head
- Aritex 1600lbs Davit
- Naiad Fins Stabilizers (model 252)
- Underwater Lights
- Chilled Water Air Conditioning
- New Salon TV (Samsung)
- AwlGrip Painted Hull (Flag Blue)
- Oval Exterior Stainless Hardware Package
- Upgraded interior Ultraleather fabrics
- 13’ Boston Whaler Tender with 40HP Mercury ourboard
- Upgraded granite countertops throughout
- Seatorque oil filled shaft system
- N-rails on swim platform
- Robust Garmin Nav/Electronics package
- FLIR camera
- Twin STIDD captains chairs
- BBQ Grill
- 2X SubZero Refrigerator/Freezer combos
- Washer/Dryer
- Custom Bamboo and Teak flooring in lower cabin
- Custom Maple and Ultraleather walls in lower cabin
- Custom 4 stateroom layout
- 2000 Hour Service completed November 2020

Salon
The Salon is accessed from the aft through a set of sturdy double doors. Upon entry, you will notice the classic teak
and holy flooring that ties in with the teak walls and cabinetry throughout. To starboard there is a large settee with
ample storage underneath with an attached desk just forward of this seating area. To port “BEN’S BARGE” has two
comfortable recliners separated by a teak table. The aft starboard corner of the room houses a wine cooler under
counter with glass storage above. The aft port corner has a bar-style setup that includes a refrigerator with ice
maker, sink, bottle storage under counter, and additional glass storage above the counter. The center of the room
is accented by a custom-built teak coffee table. As you look to the very forward section of the room, you can
appreciate the buffet cabinet with 50” Samsung LED TV behind a tambour door.
- Subzero wine cooler
- Subzero beverage center fridge with ice maker
- Teak blinds
- Black Galaxy countertop (salon bar)
Galley/Dining
Forward of the salon and up three steps brings you to the galley and dining area. The galley is well equipped and
outfitted even for the most demanding of chefs. Black Galaxy countertops offer plenty of surface area in this space
with ample storage all the way around. Just forward of the galley you will find a large U-shaped dining area with
comfortable seating and table space with additional storage to both port and starboard. The 360 degree views from
this dining area allow for a relaxed environment to soak in the beauty of your surroundings.
- 2x Subzero refrigerator/freezer combo
- Dacor Cooktop
- Dacor Oven
- Miele Dishwasher
- Disposal at sink
- Trash compactor
- Convection Microwave
- Franke Sink
- Teak blinds
- Black Galaxy countertops
Deck/Cockpit
You can board “BEN’S BARGE” from the swim platform or from one of the boarding gates on either side amidship.
From the swim platform looking forward you will notice the unique divided transom with the single row of steps
going up the middle of the stern up onto the cockpit. Once on the cockpit you will find two separate seating areas to
the starboard and port aft corners of this space, each with a varnished teak table securely fixed to the deck. On the
forward starboard corner of the cockpit there is storage space along with a docking station equipped with throttle
controls and bow and stern thrusters. On the port side, are steps leading up to the upper aft deck with a door under
these steps that provides access to the crew quarters and engine room.
- Teak Decks
- Fender Holders
- Upgraded oval exterior stainless hardware package
- Twin Maxwell 3500 Windlasses
- N-rails on swim platform
- Rod holders (4)
Engine/Mechanical
• Twin Caterpillar C18 1150 HP engines (2250)
• Two 21.5kW Onan generators in custom sound shields (1800 hours)
• Yacht Controller
• 900 GPD Sea Recovery Watermaker
• 2x Outback inverter and charger
• Centaur 24V 60AMP Charger
• Centaur 12V 40AMP Charger
• Two Charles Isoboost
• Side Power Bow Thruster (20HP)
• Side Power Stern Thruster (20HP)
• 2 Forward and 2 Aft 50 Amp Shore Power inlets- All with Glendenning Cable masters
• Backlighted electrical Panels
• Carbon Monoxide detectors in all berthing spaces
• Seatorque oil filled shaft system with thrust plate
• Soft Motor Mounts
• Two Cross-Connected Sea Chest Sea Water Intakes with cleanouts
• Drypoint Demister air Intake System
• FRP Fuel Tank (3000 gallons) with sump and cleanout
• Fuel Manifold and proprietary Sight Gauge
• Dual Racor fuel filters with pressure gages for each engine and generator
• Fire Suppressant System
• Engine Room Lead/Foam Sound and Heat Insulation System
• 4x 220V High Volume Engine Room Blowers
• Color coded Piping
• ESI Fuel Polisher system
• Polished Stainless-Steel Engine beds with carbon fiber stringers
• Gel coated bilges
• Oil change system
• LED Engine Room Lighting
• Common Drainage System from Bow to Stern collects deck drain, scupper and sump discharges
• Underwater Exhaust
• Underwater lights
• AGM Batteries
• Air-Conditioned Engine Room and Crew Quarters
• Morse Electronic controls
• Brownies Dive Compressor (100’ hose reel)
• Naiad 252 Model Stabilizers
Command Bridge
The Command Bridge on “BEN’S BARGE” provides a 360 degree view giving you great sight lines while navigating.
Fully equipped with an array of navigational tools including 3 large Garmin Screens, Autopilot, Yacht Controller,
VHF radios, FLIR camera, and numerous others, she is a dream vessel for any captain. There are 2 Stidd captains’
chairs mounted at the helm with all navigational equipment at your fingertips. On the port aft corner of this space
there is a large Subzero refrigerator and to starboard you will find a large seating area ideal for lounging or dining.
Ample storage throughout the entire command bridge.
- Day Head accessible from outside of Command Bridge
- Headhunter Royal Superflush head
- Teak blinds
- Black Galaxy countertop (bar)
- Teak and holly flooring
Upper Aft Deck
Aft of the command bridge, the upper aft deck on “BEN’S BARGE” houses an outdoor entertainment area that
includes a grill, sink, plenty of storage, deep freezer, and a big deck space that holds the tender while underway.
Another docking station equipped with throttle controls and bow and stern thrusters is located to port inside a
covered compartment.
- Davit Aritex (1600lbs)
- 13’ Boston Whaler Tender with 40HP Mercury (2014)
- Custom bar cabinet
- BBQ Grill
- Ice Maker
- Sink
- Custom built-in deep freezer
- LED lights above
Electronics
Three (3) 15” Garmin 8215 touch screen displays
12 KW, 6-foot array radar
6 KW, 4-foot array 24-mile radar
Full Garmin electronics package with Garmin Autopilot and Yacht Controller
Garmin GHP-20 Autopilot
Garmin Marine WiFi adapter kit
Garmin GSD-24 Digital Black Box Sounder
Speed Depth and Wind independent displays
Garmin AIS-600
Garmin GMI 20 Insturment (3)
Garmin GXM51 XM Satellite Antenna
2x ICOM M604 VHF with hailer horn
KVH Tracvision HD7 SAT TV
FLIR Thermal Imaging Camera System (M324XP)
Geosat Rogue wave ethernet with 8’ WiFi Antenna
KVH Complete Tracphone v3IP system with V7 dome and Uniden Cordless Phone with SmartUPS
Garmin Marine Cameras (3)
Audio: Fusion Audio with JL Speakers
Master Stateroom
The master stateroom is full beam and provides warmth and comfort. The king size bed is centerline with abundant
drawer storage and hanging lockers to either side of the bed. To starboard there is a well-lit vanity and to port you
find a comfortable bench/seating area with built in storage. Additional storage is located in drawers beneath the
bed and in the deck below. Shoji screens to port and starboard permit light to enter the stateroom while providing
privacy in marinas. Aft of the master stateroom “BEN’S BARGE” has a large master head with shower which can be
accessed from the starboard side. The aft port side gives you access to a walk-in closet with plenty of drawers and
counter space as well as hanging racks.
- Camphor burl wood on countertop surfaces
- Birdseye maple walls
- Bamboo and teak floors
- Grohe rainshower in master head shower
- Grohe chrome faucet
- Headhunter Royal Superflush head
- Samsung 32” LED TV
- Cream Marfil on head countertop
VIP Stateroom
The VIP is spacious and welcoming for your guests. A large elevated bed sits centerline with drawer storage
underneath. Hanging lockers are found to either side of the bed and two additional bunks are located to port and
starboard above the bed. This room has private access to its own VIP head.
- Headhunter Royal Superflush head
- Samsung 29” LED TV
- Birdseye maple walls
- Bamboo and teak floors
- Cream Marfil on head countertop
Port Guest Stateroom
This stateroom provides two single berths, hanging locker, and drawer storage. Large portholes allow natural light
to brighten the room. The en-suite guest head has plenty of storage for toiletries and a large walk-in shower.
- Headhunter Royal Superflush head
- Samsung 22” LED TV
- Birdseye maple walls
- Bamboo and teak floors
- Cream Marfil on head countertop
Starboard Guest Stateroom
This stateroom was built as a fourth stateroom that also serves as a laundry room. Full-size Whirlpool washer and
dryer are conveniently located in this space with a skylight overhead that brings in much natural light to this room
and landing area. There is abundant storage under the single berth and a sliding curtain on tracks encloses the
room if privacy is desired by your guest.
- Samsung 22” LED TV
- Birdseye maple walls
- Bamboo and teak floors
Crew Quarters
The crew quarters has a separate private entrance from the rest of the sleeping areas. This space is configured
with a Queen sized single berth, head with shower, hanging lockers, drawers and bins, refrigerator, microwave, and
TV to the starboard side. The port side was left open for storage and spare parts.
- Samsung 22” LED TV
- Isotherm refrigerator
- Microwave
Additional Salesperson's Remarks
“BEN’S BARGE” has been given the care she deserves since her delivery in 2014. The original owners, as well as
the current owners, have entertained many of their family and friends aboard this magnificent vessel that is now
available to you. Do not miss this opportunity to own the floating masterpiece that is this 2014 66E Marlow Explorer.
DISCLAIMER
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this
information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or
withdrawal without notice.
Cocopit looking forward
Cockpit looking aft
Cockpit looking to port
Cockpit looking to starboard
Engine Room-Crew Quarter entrance
Foredeck looking forward
Foredeck looking aft
Upper aft deck storage
Upper aft deck
Upper aft deck docking station
Command Bridge day head
Command Bridge day head
Tender
Tender
Salon looking forward
Salon looking
Salon looking to starboard
Salon desk (starboard forward)
Galley-Dining area
Galley looking to starboard
Galley
Galley-Steps to Command Bridge
Dining table looking forward
Command Bridge looking forward
Command Bridge seating area
Command Bridge Helm
COmmand Bridge looking aft
Helm looking to port
Command Bridge refrigerator
Command Bridge aft entrance
Stbd guest stateroom-Laundry
Steps to Companionway-stbd guest statetoom
VIP stateroom
VIP looking to starboard
VIP looking to Port
Port guest stateroom looking aft
Port guest stateroom looking forward
Companionway looking forward
Master Stateroom
Master stateroom looking to port
Master stateroom looking to starboard
Master Head
Master Stateroom shower
Master stateroom looking forward
Crew Quarters
Crew Quarters-Head
Crew Quarters looking forward
Entrance to Engine room
Engine Room looking forward
Engine Room looking aft
Ben's Barge