Sea Ray 480 SB Hull Vs 520 SB Hull

[Mark G]

Are there any differences between the Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge and 520 SB Hull? Also, the advertised weight of the 520 is 36,700 lbs vs 40,000 lbs on the 480 SB.

 

[Atlas]

Great question! Curious which one you ended up with? I’ve been going down the same rabbit hole lately,currently looking at a Sea Ray 510 Sundancer.

 

[Chesagansett]

Wow! 20+ year old topic that was never answered. February 11, 2006.

 

[Phillbo]

That was my birthday..

 

[speedo]

Wow! 20+ year old topic that was never answered. February 11, 2006.

Is that a record zombie post for BE?

 

[Chesagansett]

Is that a record zombie post for BE?

Might be.

 

[abalmuth]

From Google AI:

The Sea Ray 520 Sedan Bridge (SB) is a larger, more modern evolution of the 480 SB, offering increased living space, a refined flybridge layout, and updated styling. While the 480 SB is known for a robust, traditional layout, the 520 SB features a more versatile cockpit and often updated engine options, typically appealing to those seeking a newer model year

Key Comparisons:

• Size & Weight: The 520 SB generally offers a larger footprint and more interior volume compared to the 480 SB, which is often considered more of a traditional 51-foot boat.
• Layout: The 520 SB is noted for its expansive cockpit, which often features a flexible seating arrangement and a direct staircase to the salon, rather than a ladder.
• Bridge: Both offer a large bridge, but the 520 generally boasts more modern helm electronics and a more social seating arrangement.
• Performance: Both models are frequently powered by Caterpillar diesel engines, with the 520 commonly offering higher horsepower options to handle the increased weight, often weighing around 36,700–40,000+ lbs depending on exact year/model.
• Age: The 480 SB models often date from the early-to-mid 2000s, while 520 SB models are generally found in later production years (e.g., 2005–2010+).