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Lekker 44 Video Review: A Dutch Aluminium Boat Built Like a Tank

By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough7 min read

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The Lekker 44 is an aluminium dayboat from the Netherlands, built to be used hard and not babied. We walked one in Miami and took two of them out on the water, where twin Volvo Penta D6 440 sterndrives took us to 68 km/h, or 37 kn (42 mph). The hull can be beached, the paint is industrial grade and every door shuts like a Defender. There are four fridges, a hidden anchor and, below deck, a cabin, a dinette that becomes a bed and a dry head.

The Land Rover Defender of the seas

Lekker is a Dutch brand that has built boats for over a decade, and every boat is built to order. The owner of this one wanted nothing for show, so everything has a purpose. The cleats are so strong the whole boat can be lifted from them, the rub rails take the knocks, and the paint is seven times thicker than normal. Even the bottle opener is built into the hull.

The vibeRugged, honest and ready for anything
The power2x Volvo Penta D6 440 sterndrives (as filmed)
Best forAdventure days, families, rough water

What stood out on board

  • An aluminium hull
    Tough enough to beach, and the same material many rescue boats use.
  • Industrial paint
    Matte and seven times thicker than normal paint, so a knock on the dock barely marks it.
  • Four fridges
    Two in the galley, a fridge freezer at the bow and one below for wine.
  • 12 hours on batteries
    Run the AC, stabiliser and fridges with no generator. It starts itself at low charge.
  • A hidden anchor
    A lid lifts, the anchor drops and the lid closes again.
  • Built-in bottle opener
    Set into the hull by the galley, so the cap just falls away.
The Lekker 44, running off Miami. 24:56
The aft lounge, with tables that drop. 04:08
The helm, under the long hardtop. 09:44
The bow sunbed, facing forward. 15:20
The cabin, with plenty of headroom. 19:44

Spec sheet at a glance

FeatureWhat you getThe benefit
Length overall41 ft (12.5 m)Easy to handle, room for a crowd
Beam13 ft 7 in (4.15 m)Wide, stable decks
Draft3 ft 3 in (1.0 m)Fine for shallow water
Dry weight10 t (22,000 lb)Solid in a chop
Fuel211 gal (800 L)A long day out
Power (as filmed)2x Volvo Penta D6 440 sterndrivesA diesel rumble and joystick control
Top speed (measured)37 kn (42 mph), 68 km/hFast for an aluminium boat
Cruise (measured)30 kn (34 mph) at 80% loadCalm, steady and comfortable
Other powerTriple sterndrives or outboards, 50 kn quotedNo Seakeeper with triple inboards
StabiliserSeakeeper 5Calm at anchor
HelmThree 16 in Garmin screens, joystickWatch TV on any of them
LayoutCabin, dinette that sleeps, dry headWeekends away for two to four

Swim platform and aft lounge

One of the storage bins on the swim platform. 02:56

The swim platform is huge, with stairs that pop out from under a cover. The aft lounge seats are plush, and the tables drop to make one big sunbed.

  • Storage bins.
    Racks for three scuba tanks, Seabobs or fishing rods.
  • Shade.
    Carbon pole holders for a Bimini over the aft deck.
  • Shore power.
    A 50 amp outlet on the port side.
  • Shower.
    A handheld wand on the starboard side.
  • Audio.
    Four speakers set flush into the hull.

Galley

The galley, with aluminium doors. 06:32

The galley doors are aluminium, with hinges that look like they belong on a Defender. Lekker logos are laser cut into the lids.

  • Grill.
    A proper barbecue on top.
  • Fridges.
    Two in the galley.
  • Faucet.
    Moves any way you like, with hot and cold water.
  • Bottle opener.
    Built into the hull.
  • Bins.
    Aluminium trash bins on both sides.

Helm station

The joystick and engine controls. 10:08

The hardtop runs out over the helm and the windshield reaches up to it, leaving a gap for fresh air. There is only one step up to the helm, then the deck is flush to the bow.

  • Seats.
    Lean against them or sit higher, with a footrest.
  • Buttons.
    A red ring when off and green when on.
  • Cup holders.
    Six of them.
  • Finish.
    Matte carbon behind the dash.
  • Storage.
    Under the helm seats, with vents to stop mould.

Bow

The bow fridge freezer, under a panel. 14:08

A big windshield wiper on an arm keeps the glass clear. The forward-facing sunbed is plush, and the cushions are held down with simple Velcro straps.

  • Fridge.
    A fridge freezer drawer you can fill with ice.
  • Screen.
    A 16 in Garmin for charts, Apple TV or a game.
  • Storage.
    Lockers for covers and fenders on both sides.
  • Anchor.
    Controlled from the bow and hidden when stowed.
  • Cleats.
    Big, welded and strong enough to lift the boat.

Below deck

The dry head, with blacked-out fittings. 22:56

Three steps lead down past a control panel for the lights and power. The woodwork is made in-house and the floor is Flexiteek, so it is easy to clean.

Cabin and dinette

  • Bed.
    A queen bed with room for a 6 ft 5 in adult.
  • Storage.
    A tall cabinet and space for luggage.
  • Fridge.
    The fourth fridge, with room for wine upright.
  • Dinette.
    A table for three that drops to a bed.

Head

  • Shower.
    Behind glass doors, with a wand.
  • Storage.
    Three big drawers under the sink.
  • Air.
    Natural ventilation and a window.

Engine room

The engine room, with twin Volvo Penta D6s. 24:08

A small hatch gives quick access, or the whole deck lifts for big jobs. Long LED strips light the space at night.

  • Engines.
    Twin Volvo Penta D6 440 sterndrives.
  • Stabiliser.
    A Seakeeper 5.
  • Batteries.
    Enough to run the boat for 12 hours.
  • Space.
    Room to store a foil or other gear.
The verdict

The Lekker 44 is a boat you do not have to worry about. The aluminium hull, thick paint and heavy hardware mean you can drop a fender in the water, rinse it and carry on. She also has comfort where it counts, with four fridges, a Seakeeper, batteries that run all day and a proper cabin and dry head below. On the water she felt planted and confident. If you want an adventure boat for any weather, she should be on your list.

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In this video

  1. 00:00 Intro
  2. 02:05 Aft deck
  3. 04:58 Galley
  4. 08:39 Helm station
  5. 11:32 Bow area
  6. 17:03 Interior
  7. 23:48 Engine room
  8. 25:02 Sea trial
  9. 29:36 Closing statement
Presented by
Heigo Paartalu
YachtWay Spotlight host
Filmed by
YachtWay Studios