March 27, 2026
The Ferretti 580: When 60 Feet Feels Like 70
The Ferretti 580 delivers owner-operator freedom in a 60-foot flybridge: V-drive quietness, a spacious, usable flybridge, three-cabin practi…
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 59' 10" (18.24 m) |
| Beam | 16' 5" (5.00 m) |
| Draft | 4' 11" (1.50 m) |
| Displacement | 68,343 lbs (31,000 kg) |
| Engines | Twin Volvo Penta D13 900 (standard) / Twin Volvo Penta D13 1000 or Baudouin 6F21 (optional) |
| Fuel Capacity | 859 US gal (3,250 L) |
| Water Capacity | 185 US gal (700 L) |
| Cabins / Heads | 3 (Guest) + Crew |
| Max Speed | 32 knots (optional) / 28 knots (standard) |
| Cruise Speed | 26 knots (optional) / 24 knots (standard) |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Ferretti. Specs verified by Tony Smith, USCG 100 Ton Master, on August 10, 2026.
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Quick Verdict
- V-drive engine placement reduces noise and vibration compared to traditional shaft-drive competitors in the 60-foot class
- Flybridge layout with hardtop and optional sunroof provides more usable outdoor space than most rivals without sacrificing helm visibility
- Three-cabin, three-head configuration with separate crew access offers flexibility between owner-operated and captain-assisted use
Our Take
The 580 represents a mature approach to the 60-foot flybridge segment. Ferretti moved the engines aft with V-drives, which is the right call for noise reduction and interior volume. The build quality is consistent with what we've seen from the Cattolica yard over the past decade. The optional 1,000-horsepower Volvo package is worth the upcharge if you're doing any serious offshore work. At 32 knots, this boat moves, and the hull handles following seas better than some of the lighter composite builds in this range.
This boat is for the experienced owner who wants to step up from a 50-footer without stepping into crew obligations. It's also a solid choice for the semi-retired professional who plans to run the boat themselves most of the time but wants the option to bring in a captain for longer trips. It's not for the buyer who needs four staterooms or wants to live aboard. The 580 is a weekend cruiser with serious capability, not a floating condo.
Resale on Ferretti models has been stable, and the brand has decent support in South Florida. Maintenance costs will run 8 to 12 percent annually depending on usage, which is in line with other European builds. Volvo engines are well-supported, and parts availability is good. If you're keeping the boat in South Florida and using it for Bahamas runs, this is a solid choice. If you're planning to cruise the Chesapeake or the Pacific Northwest, look at something with more range and a different hull design..
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the optional engine package worth it on the Ferretti 580?
It buys four knots at the top end and two at cruise — 32 and 26 against 28 and 24. Whether that is worth the money depends entirely on your water.
For Fort Lauderdale to Bimini and back, the standard D13 900s are enough and the difference belongs in the tender budget. If you cross on a schedule or want to move ahead of weather rather than sit through it, take the option. Ferretti also lists a Baudouin 6F21 as a third choice at the same performance tier.
What is the Ferretti 580's range and fuel capacity?
The 580 carries 859 US gallons (3,250 litres) of fuel and 185 gallons (700 litres) of water. Ferretti does not publish a range figure for this model, and we will not print an estimate as though it were one.
What the tankage tells you is that this is a coastal and island-hopping boat rather than a passage-maker. For long-range Ferretti cruising the INFYNITO line is the answer, with 2,113 to 3,302 gallons aboard.
Who is the Ferretti 580 for?
The buyer who wants a proper full-beam owner's suite and a flybridge, but does not want a crewed operation. At 59'10" and 31,000 kg unladen the 580 is close to the practical ceiling for owner-driving, and most people at this size run with some help but not a live-aboard crew.
If you want to hold onto running the boat entirely yourself, look hard at the 500 first. If you want four cabins, you are really shopping the 670.
How fast is the Ferretti 580?
On the standard Volvo Penta D13 900s the Ferretti 580 makes 28 knots flat out and cruises at 24. With the optional D13 1000s — or the Baudouin 6F21 alternative — it reaches 32 knots with a 26-knot cruise.
That 32-knot figure makes the 580 the fastest boat in the Ferretti Flybridge line, quicker than hulls twice its displacement. If speed is what you are shopping for, the range peaks early.
How many cabins does the Ferretti 580 have?
Three guest cabins plus crew accommodation, rated for 14 people aboard. Ferretti does not publish a head count for the model.
What matters more than the number is that the 580 is where a full-beam owner's suite enters the range. At 59'10" on a 16'5" beam, that suite runs the full width of the hull — the feature buyers step up from the 500 to get.