£700,000 Yacht Tour : Botnia Targa 46 3 cabin

The new 3 cabin version of Botnia's super solid Targa 46.
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[@Quiet215]

Hello Nick, and thank you so much for this review! As a woodworker at Botnia I've really been waiting for you and other KZbinrs to film this new 3cabin 46!! The positive response by the boats owner, you and your viewers make the work we do really worthwhile!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

That’s fantastic, great job! 😃

[@MinistryoAgriculture]

You should be justifiably proud. A lovely boat, beautifully put together.

[@johanneslaxell6641]

As a simple man with simple thoughts: I would like machines, drives, Scatra, PSS-seals, shafts and rudders. Stern thruster and trimtabs. Just don't like/trust sterndrives and pods. Otherwise would the same 46 without the flybridge be nice 👍🏼!

[@lynch42o]

shame these things cost so much that hardly anyone gets to see them..

[@whotf888]

I've always loved the Swedish/ Finnish yachts. Practical, yet comfy design, tough as a nail, and decently stylish

[@MoultrieGeek]

Nick there is a lot to be said for simple and robust engineering that lasts for decades and this fantastic yacht is a superb example. My marina here in Florida is crammed with 5-10 year old yachts that are fitted with complex electric doodads that no longer work and are simply too expensive to fix or the parts are no longer available. I love this boat with its sturdy construction and no nonsense layout. The Finn's certainly know what they are doing when it comes to practical yacht building.

[@Bob8091]

Doodad's. Haha. A nice substitute for gizmo's. 👍

[@dereksmith6126]

Or watchamacallits

[@cookiemonster2299]

Thingamajigs. 😁👍

[@dereksmith6126]

KEEP THEM COMING! 😃

[@jeremyevans9521]

Gadgets.😀

[@axistec]

I love the attention to detail you give when showing the boat and its features round. I'll probably never own a yatch, unless I win the lottery or so, but my knowledge on boats are already above average just by watching Nick's videos.

[@kebambino]

As a finn who loves Targa boats you just made my week!!! I have prayed for this video and looks like God finally allowed it to happen. Also on the best boat review channel!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you! 🙂

[@peterjordan-turner8789]

When you toured the earlier 46 I thought they couldn't ever improve on it, but they really have. That third cabin makes this the perfect boat. Going for a trip and not having to worry too much if the forecast gets it wrong and you have to make the return in snotty weather is a big win.

[@oneslackr]

Thanks for the tour Nick. As a native Finn I'm always happy to see Finnish boats & the practicality that they offer.

[@shanesanko1408]

That third cabin would make a great utility room for extra refrigeration, washer dryer and storage for longer distance. You could even put a nice water maker down there lots of options nice boat

[@paroladamoreministries4995]

What an incredible, beautiful and well thought out compact Targa 46 boat with all it's hidden extra blessings for an owner, family or friends to enjoy on the waters.

[@irishterminator.]

Hey Nick you really cannot beat those Finns when it comes to practicality from the cabin layouts to use of teak in the boat (we could almost smell it too) and all the extra space on the flybridge....perfect, great tour as usual and have a great day bud

[@debbiejudd4933]

The interior is impressive. I mean 3 . bedrooms on a boat that size is awesome. I could party on this one. Thank you Nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like it!

[@markshutt1476]

What a neat boat. 3.5 cabin design, brilliant. Nothing pretentious, except maybe all that beautiful teak inside, just wonderfully practical and usable. Another great tour on another great boat, thanks.

[@g9rud]

That really is a work of art, a beautiful,practical & bulletproof boat if ever I saw one. I love these things . Great tour Nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@Broadcastvehicles]

Yes! this is totally "my" ship! I would gladly buy something like this if I had the money (and not visually impaired). It has class, looks invincible, functional yet luxurious. Yes, I would put my money on this. Thank you Nick for this nice review. ❤️

[@johndboran]

Geez Nick, two great boats in one week! This one along with the Sargo 36 Fly are on the top of my short list. I think I would use that 3rd cabin strictly for storage. Have the builder substitute the mattress configuration for built in shelves and extra outlets. You could have everything in there i.e. food, drink, engine parts and filters, maybe an extra fridge/freezer for long cruises along the Gulf coast...etc. Great video as usual. Greetings from Texas...John B.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

That's a great idea, it would be like a utility room.

[@floodo1]

Great idea, already have a solid rear cabin and a third bed in that “pilot berth”. Could really make this a journey vessel

[@johndboran]

@@AQUAHOLIC Exactly. I always think about the engine parts and tools you would need to fix something when you're out at sea i.e. replacing a belt, an alternator, having to remove the prop because of a tangle, etc.

[@paulnorman8274]

If you do that, hence don't strictly need full bed length: Turn the rear cabin bed lengthwise again. Targas are "solid" but, at least unless fitted with a Seakeeper intended for a ship in that giant engine space, they do, like all planning boats, roll sharply in certain anchorages and conditions. So, sleeping lengthwise, if possible, is preferable.

[@mmsmits2868]

Absolutely fantastic! Everything about it just makes so much sense, from how the cabins are laid out (each with its own stairs, so you don't waste space on hallways) to how there's a place for everything. On top of which it looks like a boat, not a floating condo. Love it! Thanks for showing us around!

[@IPwnYouPay]

This is great. I love the targas generally. That 3rd room is pretty cool and basically free space wise.

[@anthonybasiliere9366]

I think you mean the fourth room. This boat boast three cabins an the pilots cot next to the aft cabin. You could argue that’s it’s a for cabin layout is what Nick said.

[@richtea7868]

Thanks Nick I think this is my new favourite boat. Will never go out of style

[@bigcity2085]

Can tell you're back on your own turf where the boat owners have the decency to give you some space to film without fighting a crowd. Bravo.

[@davidallen9526]

So much to offer at price that would open this world to the masses. Brilliant engineering and construction. Such a beautiful beast. Tough and robust. Will done Nick!

[@Targaboatsofficial]

Great review Nick, glad you enjoyed the 3 Cabin layout. We sure do! 👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you very much! It's an awesome boat. 🙂

[@larrygomez4196]

I love to see a Yacht like this with hidden rooms. Very nice Yacht

[@wictimovgovonca320]

A smuggler's dream. Put a false floor under the navigator's seat, and throw in some books, binoculars, and other items normally found at the helm, and nobody is the wiser.

[@wrathgar11]

Honestly Nick, your videos brighten up my day. As a self-employed business owner who is just starting to see a little success, your cheerful informative demeanour serves to encourage and uplift me after those challenging days at work. Well done sir.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Awesome! 🙂

[@iKvetch558]

Nick...thank you for brightening my day. Hearing you describe your OCD that way warms my heart. Not because I take pleasure in the troubles of others, but because it makes it that much easier to relate to you. I too would be rendered apoplectic until the uneven handles of that throttle were set right. 😂💯✌

[@robertmosher7418]

Do not think you understand how appreciated your work is. This is my third time viewing this video Thanks for all you do Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're very welcome! 🙂

[@simongood9460]

7 berths! On a 46 ft boat and not really cramped either. Incredible use of space and an improvement on what was already a lovely boat. And pretty much all weather too. You could have so much fun on that.

[@busiderbaer]

That table looks suspiciously like you could drop it down and put a infill on it, so you could probably make it 9 in a pinch.

[@dereksmith6126]

I can't believe they managed to find room for another double cabin! Think I'd sacrifice the rear single for a washing machine and an extra freezer.

[@paulnorman8274]

@@dereksmith6126 The standard 2 cabin already has a smaller "cabin" perfectly suited for a utility room behind the front cabin. While this 3 cabin layout is undeniably clever, not to mention a tour de force of marine cabinet making and woodworking and exact planning, design and measurement; I think I'd pick the initial layout, unless I strictly needed all those double beds. I would opt for the extra large, full width bed in the front, though! Screw side access to the bed on a boat which can roll. With lots of people on board, I can imagine shuffling around to pop up seats every time someone needs to get something out from a cabin underneath what will be the most popular seat while steaming, could become annoying after awhile.

[@pdelsaint4223]

I love the layout of this lovely & simple but yet elegant yacht. I wish we can have this here in Australia

[@jaffaholland4039]

What a great boat, so we'll designed. That extra cabin adds so much more use to this boat, same as the extended fly

[@josephfrainetti9280]

Very well engineered yacht. Thanks again Nick for this great review.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@RobEJC]

Glorious boat! I've been aboard 50-footers with less spacious accommodations. And a fine seagoing boat that lets you get beyond sight of land.

[@renardespiegle2561]

The always positive way to present boats is a brilliant idea, every one makes his own opinion and that's a pleasure to discover stressless another kind of boat, a new version, a clever idea.... go ahead this way !

[@robertlindstrom540]

As always my flag makes me feel proud of my nationality. And when we make products like this I feel that same pride. Targa is propably one of the best made serial produced boats on the market today. And a boat for life!

[@magpiefrogfrom2556]

Hi, do you know what the hull is made of, is it steel , aluminium or fiberglass? thanks 😀

[@robertlindstrom540]

@@magpiefrogfrom2556 fibreglass

[@magpiefrogfrom2556]

@@robertlindstrom540 Thanks ,

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Lovely little ship. Ingenious 3 cabin - comfy looking, tasteful and well engineered. Thanks Nick!

[@ianmoone6562]

I dont know if they would fit the same category but this and the ranger tug 43 (I really hope you can tour one someday) are making me love fall in love with these smaller boats

[@stephensalt6787]

Scandi design at its best, a superbly designed and built boat that is supremely usable. Excellent tour Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Many thanks!

[@michaelloach9461]

Thanks Nick, If I had a spare £700k that's my sort of boat. Nothing too fancy, no bragging, just a solid working pleasure craft...Job done! It's sort of the Landrover of the water. All the best.....

[@Nokenify]

Great to see proper engines as well in this! Great yacht!

[@itsallgonemad]

A few ‘Heath Robinson’ engineering solutions that actually are very practical & charming. Lovely teak interior & an amazing ‘Tardis’ layout! Nice! Thanks Nick 👍🏻

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Our pleasure!

[@pascalekaiser1396]

You said it Nick..fantastic. This boat would be my choice

[@alisavas9526]

This boat offers everything you need from a 46 and then some more. Great tour as always.

[@billyslide7645]

Always like your presentations, but I think it is the socks that keep me coming back ;)

[@Thjonsson1]

I just love Targas!! I’m a 26 soon 27 year old Guy and i’m all into these Targa and Sargo boats! I just love them, they get’s me going more than any 60ft Yacht.. i’m from Sweden so maybe it’s not a suprise… but i just sold on the classic look, and the woodwork inside and everything! If i had a billion in the bank a Targa 46 would be what i went for, is it just me that is This Young and like these boats? I feel alone😅

[@ryansmith-nx5qy]

The "wasnt that funny" comment when you swivled the chair had me bad laughing at 3 in the morning 😂 really sharp haha great video as allwasy and the sneeky cabin is great

[@johncrocker1019]

With this craft, no problems with headlands around us, Start Point, Prawle Point, Portland Bill, Needles Channel, what ever the winds and tides are . Even wind over tide with a south easterly between Orestone and Mewstone rocks! .I know have got caught out there , not nice. But with this bad boy, no problem. Great review.

[@anthonybasiliere9366]

Love love love this utilitarian go anywhere do anything vessel! Wonderful accommodations with a super practical layout. The dual stainless counter rotating props will perform beautifully and it’s nice to be able to raise your out drives so you can get into shallow areas without dinging the props. It looks like the Bimini for the fly bridge is stored under the engine lid or is that to cover the cockpit. No, after a second watch I realized that Nick did indeed say “deck chairs” which makes much more sense. Thanks for showing us the three cabin layout Nick. This gem is definitely on my shortlist.

[@darploin5071]

That 46 or 47 whatever it is is awesome I cannot believe they got so much into such a small package and did it well

[@wombatsyoutube]

That TV set up is genius. Definately an idea for a 'TV in a table' 👍

[@teddybearisms2505]

despite them been very unique, you can put your guests is matching sized cabins. i dig that,

[@Lon1001]

Now this packs a lot of practicality into a 46' boat, wow I'm impressed. Not the most modern of materials but has a sense of time-tested features, I think this could be a super reliable fast adventure trawler. The exterior seating looks less than 100% comfortable but with the simplicity of the deck layouts it seems like you could outfit it in a various number of ways. Those two 440CI pentas are a lot of motor for this type of boat, seems like it would be a bit of a sleeper in a drag race - I think I'd be more than happy with the 400hp stern drives since on the manufacturers site the IPS ones are so far forward it looks like they prevent easy access to the engine compartment. Not sure I'd live aboard this but it would be ok for a week or so on long passages.

[@agerothn]

What a lovely layout! I really like that little berth in the aft. It looks like it'd be a better as reading nook than a proper bed though.

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Very nice. I love the dark wood everywhere. Outstanding boat.

[@gregpaull9768]

I love that boat! Functional and still aesthetically pleasing. That boat would work well here in Australia. 👍

[@floodo1]

Every 5-6 months I find a new dream boat on this channel

[@CPNeilable]

My favourite boat by my favourite KZbinr. Last one was a bit short. Looking forward to it.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@sirmurf]

Nick, I’ve watched so many of your videos that when, as is my wont, I look at VR tours of yachts, I do it in the same order as you would!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Fantastic! 😄

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Stunning and another double berth in the saloon with high low table So sleeping 9 Brilliant

[@chrish2996]

Hi Nick. The simple and innovative helm steering, shower latch and access through swim platform are genius. 3.5 cabins 2 heads and a decent flybridge. Awesome walkthrough Thanks 😊

[@jkennett9104]

Fantastic little boat at a great price

[@boxhawk5070]

Love the teak interior. I did some research after the last Botnia where you said they like to get bow in to shore and found out why: The tides in the baltic are 8", so you can basically ignore them.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

They have a LOT of rocky islands too, so they put the bow against the rock and anchor the stern off.

[@jonnenne]

Tide in Finland is pretty much non-existent so not even 8". The more relevant numbers are water level changes due to air pressure and wind. That doesn't change too dramatically in most cases but there are times where the water can drop a foot or 2 in 24 hours.

[@blegi1245]

Water is shallow on island shores here. Planing hull boats are wedge shaped (bow has shallow draft and stern is the deepest). Stern anchoring with bow to the shore gets you to places where you couldn't get to other way around without risking running aground.

[@The_Arby]

4 X 4 of the seas...Beautiful boat...Another great looking boat Nick 🙂

[@I-am-awayTOM]

One of my great life lessons I got from Aquaholic... Always leave things the way you found them!

[@treborretsnom6186]

Call me a Targaryen ❤️...I could live on that, I love it when a manufacturer over delivered 🔥 brilliant 👍

[@GediSpock]

Love this layout. Been dying to see you get on board one. Thanks Nick.

[@stevegame3000]

Love the boat. Rock solid build quality. Great tour as always Nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Awesome, thank you!

[@samdeedubya]

+1

[@rwj10]

The best boattype ever!

[@nicbennett6554]

It certainly is something a little bit brilliant! Love the Botnia’s and this one is just as epic as the rest, possibly a bit more so. Great tour too - I’m very happy you checked the storage bins under the engine hatch, I needed to know too!!

[@sapienthaggis3466]

You absolutely have every idea how glad I am that you too had to look in the wee bag on the engine cover ( almost had me biting my nails you did ) . That is one bonnie wee lady of a boat and goes right to the top of my list for a decent lottery win ha ha . It's perfect for trolling up n down the North East coast of Scotland , I live in Aberdeen so awesome for fishing in the North Sea but not in stormy weather I'm not that brave lol . I would however instead of that wee aft cuddy cabin bunk probably fit a washer/dryer and a freezer . Awesome video as always Nick and do say hi to Marianne cannot forget the Skipper now can we .

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Good luck! 🤞🏻

[@eyesofisabelofficial]

I'm onboard with these updates !

[@nickhelm2420]

Hey Nick what a "beast" . Love it for what is! Its like a landrover, but built for the sea. Mind you I felt slightly giddy when you peered over the roller at the stern deck below.

[@tetrisgoat]

Wow. Excellent use of space.

[@8Ryanaugust]

Easily the best utilization of 46ft ever. The perfect boat for a family to go out for a couple days or weeks.

[@rogerburn5132]

Absolutely Beautiful Botnia Solid Yacht Very Modern But it Looks like the Old School. BIG THANKS NICK ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT VIDEO 👍👍👍👍🚤🚤⛵⛵

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@dmoonuk]

What great boat for all year round use, So practical for Uk waters

[@davepritchard8239]

Brilliant boat and presentation. Loved it!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Many thanks!

[@johnschieffelin3226]

A wow boat. Thanks for the video. I'd specify the third cabin for a washer/ dryer and food pantry/supply lockers.

[@jimmyquinn9639]

Looks great ⛵️🚤🛥👍👍👍👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@callmewheels4806]

I see you got rid of the “New” camera. The one thing I did notice was a modest low light benefit, likely not enough to warrant the extra cost. *You do the BEST, MOST THOROUGH and DETAILED walk-thru’s of small watercraft and motor yachts than Anyone on KZbin.* Never miss a show. Well Done, Well Done.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you! 🙂 GoPro is easier for busy boat shows.

[@lvthud]

Two great boat reviews in a row. What a well thought out boat, I LOVE the tilting helm station. But, okay I did see one thing I didn't like. Where the TV folds up and the storage next to it, they need to be lined with felt on the inner lips, if not they will rattle like crazy.......Good lord yacht builders are getting good if that is what I am finding wrong with them 🙂

[@andyraven9855]

It's no Gulf Craft Majesty 175 but for 46ft it's all the boat you'll need. I love the way they managed the 3rd cabin very resourceful the Fins a grand boat and thanks Nick for another grand boat tour ❤️ Aquaholics as ever🤗🖖

[@chrisoleary9876]

Thanks Nick!

[@clivehale397]

What a fab compact and complete motor boat with a decent range and speed....

[@Filmnytt]

It's absolutely Finntastic

[@kungfusansootsoilihofuthun8895]

Definitely a brilliant & different design. Thanks sir Nick ⛵

[@TradeWindgng]

Absolutely brilliant

[@paulgreenhill8368]

fantastic timing with the chair swivel laughter

[@ulrichkristensen4087]

Marvelous coastal cruiser

[@danielschuett]

That is a very pretty and practical boat. Not going overboard with gimmicks and luxury, but it seems to have all you need. If I had the money, this might be something I would get. I would rather visit this boat's home country than go to the mediterranean, and this boat looks more fit for that than some even more expensive yachts.

[@bionicsasquatch]

I live in the Pacific Northwest this would be a great boat to have for up here. thanks for sharing Nick "CHEERS!" Oh Nick you cracked me up when the person laughed and you said it was not that funny .

[@bobbrezniak6386]

Thank you Nick! I honestly was distressed at the throttles not being aligned, especially at a boat show! There's no way I would have NOT corrected that issue

[@garywedderburn6978]

Great tour as always. I shook your hand as you were prepping to start filming this one. I believe i was on the Azimut behind you whilst you were filming. Great meeting you!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I remember! 🙂

[@Daz555Daz]

Cracking boat. The only change I'd make on spec would be to have a ladder for the third cabin rather than the steps as they eat up a lot of room in that small space.

[@michaelscott4766]

It's not a little bit brilliant it's a lota bit brilliant. Beautiful woodwork too on par with Dale from the look of it.

[@Hauler24]

This has like 4 bedrooms. This is an incredible use of space for a boat this size.

[@rayred74]

I am not into power boats but this is clever and beautiful - and most importantly - functional

[@jamesellsworth9673]

VERY FINE seagoing package! No cabin is claustrophobic. Flow through is great. Plenty of natural lighting. A practical engine package can 'move' or 'cruise.' Flybridge is 'meh.' I'd rather have that deck built to handle a crane and a more 'serious' tender.

[@busterevetts1864]

well thought out layout.. Beautiful boat

[@N5K3G]

Thanks so much for the tour, Nick. Regards...

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@christopherjoyce6461]

That is a boat I could definitely enjoy. Great tour nick. 👌

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks 👍

[@pauln2141]

Love it. Definately liveable.

[@ToreHansen]

Great video and boat as always!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂