Hatteras Announces 68 Convertible
Hatteras has announced plans for a new 68 Convertible that will feature the widest beam in its class as well as new design and technology throughout the vessel.
The 68 sports a 192-sq. ft. cockpit that includes a mezzanine deck for superior seating and amenities. The mezzanine houses double-size bait freezer, insulated storage tubs, tackle drawers, insulated drink storage and more. The mezzanine is designed in modular fashion, which allows each owner to customize the location of various components such as freezer, ice box or optional baitwell.
Below the cockpit deck is a large, open lazarette accessible through the engine room hatch. The compartment provides an excellent location for equipment and gear storage, while an aft isolation bulkhead with door allows easy inspection of steering components. The engine room contains no space-stealing air boxes on the hull sides or air-induction vents on the exterior. That's because the 68 features a hidden forced ventilation system that draws air from beneath the cockpit coaming. Sliding doors lead to the salon, which features genuine cherry wood in either a satin or high-gloss polyester finish as standard. A U-shaped, wrap-around lounge provides viewing of the 42-inch plasma TV, as well as storage below for assembled rods.
In the galley several deep storage drawers and surplus pantry space are provided. Under-counter refrigerators and solid-surface countertops keep the area clean, while a four-burner ceramic cooktop and microwave/convection oven keep it functional. Genuine cherry inserts dress up the appliance fascias. Across from the galley is a large U-shaped dinette with drawers underneath for storage. The area even includes a computer work station for increased productivity on the water.
The four-stateroom, four-head layout includes a spacious full-beam master stateroom amidship with king-sized tapered berth and padded headboard. Two nightstands, dressers port and starboard, and a walk-in cedar-lined hanging locker accommodate a full complement of gear. Guests can bunk in a VIP guest stateroom in the bow or in the starboard guest stateroom, which includes side-by-side sliding berths. Crew's quarters with an upper/lower bunk arrangement lies to port. All compartments feature padded wall coverings and headliners.
The 68 Convertible is built on a solid fiberglass hull bottom backed by a five-year warranty. With its convex hull shape, deep propeller tunnels, large props and deep reduction gears, the 68 will deliver a shallow draft.
