The Pershing GTX80: When 34 Knots Meets Real-World Cruising
The Pershing GTX80 blends 34-knot performance with a galley-up 79' layout and triple IPS redundancy, owner-operated comfort with 300-nm rang…
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The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 78' 8" |
| Beam | 19' 0" |
| Draft | 6' 3" |
| Displacement | 52 t (114,640 lbs) unladen |
| Engines | 3 x Volvo Penta D13 IPS1350 (1,000 mhp each) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5,200 L (1,374 US Gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1,300 L (343 US Gal) |
| Cabins / Heads | 4 Cabins + 2 Crew |
| Max Speed | 34 knots |
| Cruise Speed | 28 knots |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Pershing Yachts. Specs verified by Tony Smith, USCG 100 Ton Master, on August 10, 2026.
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Quick Verdict
- Triple Volvo IPS1350 pods deliver 34-knot top speed with redundancy and fuel economy surface drives can't match in this size class
- Galley-up main deck layout flows like a 90-footer, with fold-down balconies adding 40 square feet of usable space when deployed
- 247-square-foot carbon-fiber sundeck is the largest in class and includes full helm station, making it a true second living area
Our Take
The GTX80 is Pershing's first real attempt at building a boat for how Americans cruise, and they got most of it right. The triple IPS setup is the smart play—redundancy matters more than the last two knots of top speed, and the fuel economy at 28 knots makes this boat viable for Bahamas crossings without a chase boat. The galley-up layout is overdue in this segment, and the fold-down balconies actually work, unlike the gimmicky versions we've seen on other builders. Build quality is typical Pershing, which means excellent fit and finish with occasional quirks in the electronics integration.
This boat is for the owner who wants to run it themselves but has the option to bring crew when needed. If you're planning to keep a permanent captain and stew, you'll find better crew quarters on the Azimut Grande 27 Metri. If you're planning to single-hand it most weekends, the GTX80 is one of the few boats in this size range that makes that realistic. The helm sight lines are good, the joystick is intuitive, and the systems are simple enough that you're not calling a technician every time something beeps.
Resale will depend heavily on how the GTX line matures over the next three years. Pershing has strong brand equity in Europe, but the American market is still learning what the GTX series represents. Early depreciation will likely track with Riva, which means 10 to 15 percent in year one, then stabilizing. Maintenance costs are predictable with Volvo IPS, and parts availability in Florida is strong. If you're buying this boat to keep for five years and put 500 hours on it, the ownership math works. If you're flipping it in 18 months, expect to take a hit..
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Pershing GTX80 be owner-operated?
Yes, and it is the Pershing we most often recommend to owners who intend to drive themselves. Triple IPS pods bring joystick control that makes a 78'8" yacht manageable single-handed at the dock, and the standard layout still includes two crew cabins if you want help aboard.
The galley-up main deck matters here too: it puts the cooking and the living on the same level as the helm, which is how an owner-operated boat actually gets used.
How fast is the Pershing GTX80?
Pershing publishes a 34-knot top speed and a 28-knot cruise for the GTX80, from three Volvo Penta D13 IPS1350 pod drives at 1,000 mhp each.
That is deliberately not the fastest thing Pershing builds — the 8X at the same sort of size runs 48 knots. What the GTX80 buys with the difference is pod redundancy, a galley-up main deck and far more usable deck space.
What engines does the Pershing GTX80 have?
Three Volvo Penta D13 IPS1350 pod drives, rated 1,000 mhp each. Pershing lists no alternative engine package for this model.
Triple pods are the specification that defines this boat. You get joystick docking, a shallower installation than shafts, and — most importantly — redundancy: lose one engine and you still have two. For an owner crossing to the Bahamas without a chase boat, that is a materially different risk profile from a twin surface-drive yacht.
How far can the Pershing GTX80 cruise?
300 nautical miles at its 28-knot cruise, from 1,374 US gallons (5,200 litres) of fuel.
In practical terms that is roughly eleven hours of running, or a Florida-to-Bahamas crossing with a comfortable reserve. It is the same published range as the 7X, but the GTX80 covers it at 28 knots rather than 42, so it burns considerably less fuel getting there.