2000 Silverton

2000 Silverton 392 Motor Yacht – Rare Caterpillar Diesel Edition

The Silverton 392 Motor Yacht is legendary for rewriting the rules of space and comfort in a 40-foot cruiser. By replacing traditional side decks with Silverton’s innovative "SideWalk" elevated staircases, this vessel carries its massive 14' 1" beam entirely throughout the interior, creating an incredibly voluminous, full-beam salon that feels like a much larger luxury yacht. [1, 2]

While the majority of these popular aft-cabin cruisers were delivered with gas inboards, this particular 392 stands in a class of its own—powered by upgraded twin Caterpillar 3116 diesel engines. Offering unmatched fuel efficiency, reliability, and long-range cruising capabilities compared to its gasoline counterparts, this is the ultimate turn-key package for extended loopers, weekend entertainers, or liveaboard buyers. [1, 2, 3]

⚓ Key Features & Highlights

• Premium Diesel Propulsion: Twin Caterpillar 3116 diesels delivering 740 combined HP with excellent torque, efficiency, and longevity. [1]
• Innovative SideWalk Design: Wide, molded staircases lead directly from the flybridge to the foredeck, ensuring safe, seamless movement while maximizing interior volume. [1, 2]
• Two-Stateroom, Two-Head Layout: Maximum privacy for owners and guests, featuring two queen-sized berths and two separate heads with enclosed stall showers. [1, 2]
• Full Aft-Deck Hardtop: A covered outdoor oasis featuring a molded wet bar, ice maker, and plenty of space for alfresco entertaining. [1, 2]
• Massive Flybridge: Stadium-style helm seating that comfortably fits a large crowd with excellent 360-degree visibility. [1, 2, 3]

🛋️ Accommodations & Interior

Stepping into the main salon, you are greeted by an expansive, open-concept living area finished in rich cherry joinery and premium upholstery. Large panoramic windows flood the space with natural light. [1, 2, 3]

• Salon: Features a comfortable lounge sofa (converts to an extra guest berth), a storage ottoman, and a dedicated entertainment center.
• Galley & Dinette: A step-down, fully equipped galley boasts a full-sized AC/DC refrigerator/freezer, a 3-burner cooktop with oven, a microwave, and deep-sink countertops. Directly opposite is a spacious, U-shaped dinette that comfortably seats six.
• Master Aft Stateroom: A private full-beam sanctuary featuring an island queen bed, deep cedar-lined hanging lockers, extensive drawer storage, and an en-suite head complete with a vacu-flush toilet and a dedicated stand-up stall shower with seating.
• Forward Guest Cabin: Includes a centerline queen berth, generous wardrobe space, overhead hatch ventilation, and private access to the forward day head and second full stall shower. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

🌊 Deck, Bridge & Mechanical

Designed for safety and socializing, the exterior spaces are beautifully integrated.

• Helm & Electronics: Ergonomically designed helm station with multi-passenger bench seating. Fully equipped with radar/chartplotter navigation, VHF radio, autopilot, trim tab controls, and windlass remote.
• Aft Deck & Cockpit: Fully enclosed with canvas and clear-view isinglass, featuring molded steps down to an extended fiberglass swim platform with an integrated boarding ladder and transom shower.
• Engine Room: Clean and accessible through the main salon floor, housing the Caterpillar main engines, a diesel generator, and an integrated oil change exchange system. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]