Dickey Boats launches the Pacific 62, an equation-changing vessel designed for sportfishers and passage-makers, offering exceptional blue-water capability, versatility, and performance for extended offshore adventures.
Napier, New Zealand, November 2024 – Dickey Boats is proud to announce the launch of the Pacific 62, a revolutionary vessel designed for sportfishers and passage-makers who demand more blue-water capability and versatility.
Soft-launched in October, the Pacific 62 is already exceeding expectations, cementing its place as the most capable and adaptable vessel in the renowned Dickey Boats range.
A Vision Realised
Jason and Tristin Dickey, founders of Dickey Boats, envisioned a vessel designed to fit their aspirations for greater exploration and adventure, with the recreational functionality often missing from the passage maker market. The result is a craft that effortlessly transitions between coastal day cruising, sport fishing, diving, and extended offshore passage-making.
Performance Testing
Following more than 500 nautical miles of sea trials, the Pacific 62 has delivered on its promise of exceptional performance and efficiency. Equipped with twin engines and variable-pitch propellers, the vessel combines remarkable economy with unparalleled comfort, ensuring smooth and efficient sea voyaging.
Sea-trial highlights:
- Superb economy and comfort: While designed to tackle the challenges and distances of the open ocean, the vessel is already proving a pleasure to live aboard.
- Range: Tested for an effective range of 4,000 nautical miles, perfect for extended adventures across the Pacific and beyond.
- Advanced propulsion system: Twin engines paired with variable-pitch propellers are delivering on the promise of great efficiency and versatility.
The inaugural Pacific 62 will spend the next few months exploring New Zealand’s coastline before embarking on an extended offshore adventure in late summer/early autumn 2025.
Built for Seafarers
Years of development and meticulous craftsmanship have culminated in a vessel that truly stands apart.
- Developed with the same precision and care as Dickey Boats’ multi-award-winning models.
- Designed for blue-water passage-making while accommodating lifestyle and activity needs such as fishing, diving, and exploring.
- Tailored for carrying and deploying a full range of equipment, from tenders and kayaks to fishing and dive gear.
- Extensively outfitted: The equipment list on board the inaugural vessel includes a Gyro stabiliser, advanced navigation systems, WASSP, water maker, offshore communications, fuel polishing, plus multiple liveaboard enhancements such as ice maker, TV, cooking, and laundry.
How the Pacific 62 Changes the Equation for Serious Enthusiasts
- Purpose-built for every adventure: Seamlessly combines long-range passage-making capability with activity-focused features, such as a large cockpit for fishing and diving and innovative storage solutions for all your gear.
- Versatility redefined: Equally suited for a day trip, a coastal getaway, or a multi-month Pacific crossing with family.
- Customisation options: Layouts and equipment tailored to meet the unique requirements of each owner.
- Class-leading fuel efficiency: Ensures economical voyages, whether for a few hours or weeks at sea.
Experience the Pacific 62
With the second Pacific 62 nearing completion and a third hull in fabrication, this is a prime opportunity to visit the Dickey Boats factory and witness the Pacific 62 in various stages of production.
- Vessel #1: Completed and berthed five minutes from the factory.
- Vessel #2: In the final stages of fit-out, scheduled for launch early next year.
- Hull #3: Currently in fabrication, showcasing elements of construction and potential customisation.
- Factory tours: A unique opportunity to see the Pacific 62 at various stages of its build, alongside other Dickey Boats models in progress.
Jason Dickey invites serious boating enthusiasts to discuss the Pacific 62’s potential for their ambitions. Whether you’re seeking a capable passage-maker or an activity-oriented cruiser, the Pacific 62 can be tailored to meet your needs.
To explore the Pacific 62 in detail or arrange a factory visit, contact Jason Dickey directly at: Jason@DickeyBoats.com
More Information
For a closer look at the Pacific 62, including videos and development insights, visit:
https://www.dickeyboats.com/boat-models/pacific-62
About Dickey Boats
Dickey Boats is a New Zealand-based boatbuilder renowned for delivering world-class craftsmanship and design. With a reputation for exceptional attention to detail, the company continues to redefine what’s possible in custom and semi-custom vessels, catering to serious boaters worldwide.
