2009 Crystal Yachts 117 "EMPIRE SEA" For Sale

2009 Crystal Yachts 117 for Sale in Charleston, South Carolina: Exceptional Motor Yacht

Discover the Elegance of the Crystal Yachts 117

The 2009 Crystal Yachts 117, known as EMPIRE SEA, is a remarkable motor yacht that embodies sophistication and adventure. With its impressive design and robust performance, this vessel is perfect for cruising and socializing on the open waters.

Located in Charleston, South Carolina, this yacht presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a well-maintained vessel that is ready for both exploration and relaxation.

Powerful Twin Caterpillar Engines

Equipped with twin Caterpillar 3412 engines, each delivering 1,400 HP, EMPIRE SEA offers a top speed of 14 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. With a range of 2,750 nautical miles, this yacht is designed for long voyages and extended adventures.

Designed for Relaxation and Enjoyment

The interior layout of the Crystal Yachts 117 features:

• 4 double cabins, accommodating up to 8 guests
• 5 crew members in 3 crew cabins
• 1 powder room for guest convenience

This thoughtful design ensures that both guests and crew enjoy comfort and privacy during their journeys.

Specifications - 2009 Crystal Yachts 117 EMPIRE SEA

• Builder: Crystal Yachts
• Model: 117
• Year: 2009
• Location: Charleston, South Carolina, United States
• Length: 117 feet
• Beam: 28.5 feet
• Draft: 7.5 feet
• Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3412 (2 x 1400 HP)
• Top Speed: 14 knots
• Cruising Speed: 12 knots
• Range: 2,750 nautical miles
• Generator: Northern Lights (2 x 65 kW)
• Crew Accommodations: 5 crew in 3 cabins

Equipped for Comfort and Entertainment

EMPIRE SEA comes with a variety of features to enhance your experience on the water:

• Jacuzzi for relaxation
• Air conditioning for comfort
• Stabilizers for smooth sailing
• Swim platform for easy access to the water
• BBQ for outdoor cooking
• Onboard WiFi for seamless browsing

This yacht is designed to provide an enjoyable and comfortable experience for all on board.

FEATURES:

Designed for long-range cruising
Expansive, open deck spaces
Equipped for offshore fishing & diving
High capacity for tender storage
Powerful CAT main engines provide the capability to tow a large tender

Notable Upgrades: REFIT 2025 - INQUIRE FOR FULL LIST Main Engine Work: i. New turbos ii. New water pumps iii. Valve adjustments iv. Heat exchangers rebuilt v. Complete service vi. Repainted

FULL SPECIFICATION

CONSTRUCTION

Steel hull and superstructure, teak decks

DIMENSIONS

General

Length Overall (L.O.A.):    

• 117.08 feet  
• (35.69 meters) 

Length at Waterline (L.W.L.):    

• 101.00 feet  
• (30.78 meters)  

Beam (molded):     

• 28.50 feet  
• (8.68 meters) 

Draft (loaded):          

• 7.50 feet 
•  ( 2.34 meters) 

Tonnage:          

• 208 gross
• 78 net      

Capacities

Fuel Capacity:        

• 13,366 US Gallons  
• (50,596 liters)  

Water Capacity:         

• 1,278 US Gallons  
• (4,838 liters)  

Black Water:         

• 1,420 US Gallons  
• (5,405 liters)

Lube Oil:            

• 328 US Gallons  
• (1,241 liters)

Waste Oil:            

• 166 US Gallons  
• ( 628 liters)        

Speed       

Maximum:      

• 14.0 knots  
• 78 US Gallons /hr    
• 2,000 nm  

Cruising:      

• 12.0 knots  
• 51 US Gallons /hr    
• 2,750 nm 

 Economical:    

• 10.0 knots  
• 36 US Gallons /hr    
• 3,241 nm   

MACHINERY

Main Engines

Engine Type:

• (2) Caterpillar 3412, @ 1,400 Hp each
•  Fully serviced by Anchors of America June 2024
• Walker Airsep turbo intake filters

Gearboxes for Main Engines: (2) Twin Disc MG-6556DC Ratio 3-1

Drive: (2) 4-bladed skewed 34”

Generators & Electricity

Generators: 

•  (2) Northern Lights 65 Kw generators
• Installed 2025

Shore Power: New transformer changed to 480v

Batteries:

• REPLACED 2025 - All main engines/generators
• NEW 2025 battery chargers

Air Conditioning

Type: 2 units- 120,000BTU and 90,000BTU

Other Machinery

Watermakers: (2) NEW 2025 FEI MAX Q / 1275 GPD with piping replaced

Trim Tabs/Stabilizers: Wesmar 1600 2- Fin

Bow Thruster: Wesmar 40HP with Two propellors

Steering System: Hydraulic

Sewage System: 

• Headhunter HMX- USCG approved
• Jet Vacuum heads, fresh water

Fresh Water System: NEW 2025 pumps & mainfolds

COMMUNICATION, NAVIGATION & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

Communication Systems

SATcom: G6 unit/gyro Trac

Telephone System: V11- HTS Dual Mode (voice/data)  

VHF: ICOM M604

Cellular Phone System: digital 4000

WIFI: Wi-Fi access throughout for Owner, guests, crew, A/V equipment, Data from single panel Marine Starlink

LoudHailer: Furuno LH3000 to Engine room / forward & aft

Navigation Systems

Radar: (2) Furuno 1964c 12kw and 25kw

AIS:Furuno F-150

Sonar: Furuno CH250BB 88Kz  

Gyrocompass: Simrad RGL 50  

Auto Pilot: Simrad AP50

Depth Sounder: Furuno dual frequency 2kw

GPS:Furuno Navnet GPS32B receiver

Chart Plotter:Timezero electronic chart plotting system

Wind/Speed Log: B&G Hydra H1000 Wind Anemometer

Entertainment System:

• Sound and Video is fed throughout the boat on RTI T3X Wi-Fi enable remote controllers in each zone, there are also RTI KX3 wall controllers throughout for SONOS sound feed, streaming and DirectTV feed.
• Audio speakers throughout vessel

GALLEY & LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT

Main Galley Equipment

Cooking Equipment:  

• GE profile SS 4-burner glass cooktop
• GE profile Microwave/convection oven
• Samsung microwave oven

Refrigeration/Freezer: 

• Leib Herr refrigeration/freezer
• Perlick freezer
• (2) 180 cubic feet walk in refrigerator & freezer
• (1) 122 cubic feet walk in center refer in engineering aft compartment
• Scotsman Icemaker

Dishwasher: Fisher Pikel dishwasher

Additional Galley Equipment

Cooking Equipment: Force 10 propane BBQ (deck)

Refrigeration/Freezer: Various icemaker/refers

Laundry Equipment

Main Laundry Equipment: Whirlpool Duet stacking washer/dryer

DECK EQUIPMENT

Anchor Windlass System: (2) Muir Model 4500 Vertical

Anchors:  (1) 80 KG BRUCE type

Anchor Chain:  

• (1) 5-shots (450’) chain port
• (1) 5-shots (450’) starboard

Boat Crane & Davit:

• Bridge deck Davit: Steelhead Marine CT3500
• Tender crane controls rebuilt 2025

Swimming Platform: With removable railing stanchions

Jacuzzi: Foredeck (4-persons)

REFIT & MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

REFIT 2025

Main Engine Work:

i. New turbos 

ii. New water pumps 

iii. Valve adjustments 

iv. Heat exchangers rebuilt 

v. Complete service 

vi. Repainted

• Main engine exhaust system rebuilt/new exhaust blankets 

• Oil samples 

• New Main engine mounts 

• Shafts and engine realignment 

• (2) New 65kw Northern Lights Generators/foundations/sound boxes/control panels 

• New Main switchboard control for gens/shore power 

• New Teignbridge 5 blade high skew propellors 

• New side power yydraulic bow thruster/ all equipment (increased size and HP)new bridge controls 

• New Engine ventilation system plus vent trunks sandblasted/coated 

• New Chiller/heat system -All fan coils serviced 

• (2) New Water makers (FCI-MaxQ+APC/DTS 1275 gallons per day each)/piping replaced 

• New Sewage treatment system- all blackwater lines cleaned 

• Steering system rebuilt/two new rams 

• All Tanks sandblasted/cleaned 

• Blackwater/graywater and freshwater tanks new coatings 

• New Shaft binding system 

• New Bilge pump system and control panel 

• (2) New freshwater system pumps and manifold 

• New Lazarette ventilation system 

• Full audio gauge hull testing 

• New Bow bulb installed for increased performance 

• New shore power isolation transformer /wiring and foundation 

• New engine room stair system from main deck 

• Rebuilt Engineers workstation 

• Tank sensors replaced and calibrated 

• Bilges renewed and coated 

• Deck fire system rebuilt 

• All house/Main engine/Generator batteries replaced 

• New battery chargers 

• All Hydraulic hoses replaced 

• New sea strainers 

• Bottom blasted to bare steel and new bottom paint system 

• Bridge electronics serviced

Deck work:

• Exterior doors rebuilt/and painted 

• Tender crane controls rebuilt 

• Teak decks repaired 

• 2nd anchor added plus chain 

• Porthole frames checked and gaskets renewed 

• Crew accommodation handrails replaced 

• Towing system installed in stern 

• Repaired steel in lockers and recoat 

• All deck drains and piping cleaned

REFIT 2024/2022/2021/2018

• Rudders dropped, rudder shafts addressed, new bearings, new seals, 

• Main engine Port and Starboard shafts removed; straightened/ new bearings/seals installed 

• Sandblast entire underwater area back to bare steel 

• Bilge and hull areas steel audio gauged in depth- Thickness measurement report shows hull in great condition 

• Repair- two locations of hull steel repaired per the 2024 Audio Gauge report. 

• Bottom completely refurbished (3) coats of steel primer and underwater antifouling 

• Renewed all hull zincs 

• Comprehensive exterior paint refinishing 

• Additional corrosion removal work topside 

• Teak decks replaced and serviced; margin boards refitted 

• Corrosion in most bilges addressed 

• New Alfa Laval Centrifuge MB-103 

• Anchor bow pulpit added on bow to hold 2 anchors (2023) 

• 2nd anchor windlass installed with chain (2023) 

• New Jacuzzi 

• Exterior varnish stripped and renewed 

• Teak replaced on various decks

• Replacement of 10 Fan Coil Units of the A/C System 

• New Anchor Chains – 5 shackles per side (450’ each) 

• Master cabin added to bridge deck level behind wheelhouse