March 18, 2026
The Pursuit D 326 Denali: South Florida's Most Honest Dual Console
The Pursuit D 326 Denali is a 34-ft dual console engineered for owner-operators: fishes offshore and cruises the Keys or Bahamas, docks like…
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 34' 6" |
| Beam | 10' 10" |
| Draft | 2' 0" (motors up) / 2' 11" (motors down) |
| Displacement | 12,900 lbs (with twin Yamaha F300 engines) |
| Engines | Twin Yamaha F300 or F350 V6 Offshore |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 US gallons |
| Water Capacity | 30 US gallons |
| Cabins / Heads | Port side convertible berthing; Enclosed head with vacuum flush, 10-gallon holding tank, Corian countertop |
| Max Speed | 55.1 mph @ 5,950 RPM (twin Yamaha F350) |
| Cruise Speed | 34.4 mph @ 4,000 RPM (twin Yamaha F350) |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Pursuit. Specs verified by Tony Smith, USCG 100 Ton Master, on August 11, 2026.
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Quick Verdict
- A 12,900-pound hull with 20 degrees of transom deadrise and a five-ply resin-infused composite transom — heavier and more heavily built than most dual consoles it is cross-shopped against
- Integrated hardtop with full-height windshield and motorized sunshade extends usable season by 60+ days compared to T-top competitors
- Starboard hull-side door and joystick control make single-handed operation realistic at 12,900 lbs, eliminating need for crew or captain
Our Take
The D 326 is one of the few boats in this class where the engineering matches the marketing. Pursuit's five-ply resin-infused transom and hand-laminated hull with vinyl ester resin are not just spec sheet filler. They translate to a ride that handles 3- to 4-foot seas without the bone-jarring slap you get from lighter competitors. The 20-degree deadrise and 12,900-pound displacement give you confidence 20 miles offshore that a 10,000-pound boat simply cannot deliver. The optional F350s are worth the upcharge if you run to the Bahamas more than twice a season. The extra 100 hp cuts transit time and gives you reserve power in following seas.
This boat is for the owner who wants one platform that does not require compromise. If you fish 60 days a year and cruise 40, the D 326 delivers both without forcing you to choose. The convertible seating, the enclosed head and the entertainment centre with its sink and refrigerator make it viable for weekend trips with family. The livewell, rod storage, and cockpit layout make it functional for serious fishing. The hull-side door and joystick control make it operable by one person, which is the difference between using the boat 80 days a year versus 30. It is not a boat for someone who wants to impress at the dock. It is a boat for someone who wants to use it.
Resale on Pursuit dual consoles holds better than most in the 32- to 36-foot segment. The D 325 it replaces — Pursuit's own page calls that boat one of its most popular — has held its value well, and the D 326 inherits the same brand equity and build quality. Maintenance costs are predictable: Yamaha outboards are bulletproof if you flush and service on schedule, and Pursuit's five-year transferable warranty protects the hull and deck structure. Annual operating costs for 100 hours of use run $25,000 to $35,000 including fuel, insurance, slip fees, and routine maintenance. That is owner-operator economics. No crew, no captain, no specialists required. Maintain it, keep the hours sensible, and it depreciates honestly for a boat that does not need a refit in year four.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Pursuit D326?
394 miles at best cruise, which is the longest range of any Pursuit reviewed on this site. Pursuit's own test sheet puts best cruise at 34.4 mph at 4,000 RPM on twin Yamaha F350s, burning 24.6 gallons an hour at 1.40 miles per gallon, calculated on 90 percent of the 300-gallon fuel capacity. Top speed is 55.1 mph at 5,950 RPM and the boat goes from a standstill to 30 mph in 10.7 seconds.
Why did Pursuit rename the DC 326 to the D 326 Denali?
Because Pursuit brought back a name it had used before. The dual-console range used to carry a DC prefix for dual console, and it now carries a D for Denali — a name Pursuit ran through the 1990s and 2000s on models including the Denali 2460 in 1994 and the 2860 Denali in 1996. The yard describes the name as having returned rather than arrived. The boat is the same dual console; only the badge changed, and older listings and reviews will still call it the DC 326.
Does the Pursuit D326 have a bow thruster?
Yes, as standard, which is unusual in this class. It is an integrally molded thru-stem unit rated at 3.0 horsepower with its own Group 31 AGM battery, switch and fuse, and a joystick control at the helm. Yamaha Helm Master EX with full-maneuverability joystick control is a separate engine option on top of that. Between the two, a 12,900-pound boat is genuinely single-handed at the dock, which is the point.