2004 Dettling Express Cruiser

Entering through the aft deck doorway will bring you to the most essential section of the vessel, the pilothouse. Featuring a full 360-degree view of your surroundings, visibility is not a concern while underway. A skylight / hatch above adds additional natural light to an already brightly lit pilothouse and doubles as access to the above boat deck. The helm is located to starboard and is equipped with an extra wide bench seat that accommodates up to four. There is ample storage built into the teak pilothouse seating area. The console is compact but loaded with engine instrumentation and navigation electronics, to the port of which is a large expanse perfect for charts. This raised flooring of the dash has another purpose, by standing on it and opening the ceiling hatch, you are able to control the boat from another station. This express bridge features additional controls hidden in a weather tight compartment and satisfies the allure of open air cruising. Continuing to port of the pilothouse is access to the salon and accommodations through a few short steps down. Also to the far port side resides an additional control station with an autopilot and thruster controls which gives added flexibility underway and ease of docking when going port-side to.

• Garmin 4ft. 4 kW open array color radar integrated with Garmin MFDs (GMR 424 XHD2) (2016)
• Garmin GPS MAP 7616 MFD chart plotter 16" touch screen display (2016)
• Garmin GPS MAP 7607 MFD chart plotter 7" touch screen display (2016)
• Garmin AIS 600 transceiver integrated with Garmin multi-functional displays (2016)
• Yacht Controller (2023)
• Garmin multi-function gauges
• Maretron wind instrument
• Garmin GPS antenna
• Shakespeare VHF antennas 
• (2) ICOM IC-M502 VHF's
• Simrad AP20 autopilot
• Simrad IS15
• Simrad Fluxgate gyro compass
• B&G wind, depth, & speed indicator
• (2) Northstar 6000 multi displays
• Weems & Plath clock/barometer reconditioned in 2024
• Engine controls
• Engine displays
• (2) Bow thruster controls (one to each side)
• Stern thruster controls (added 2017)
• Bronze TH Smart 20 transducer for depth and water temperature
• Syrens MP-1000 Onboard gateway / bridge for Internet Wi-Fi hotspot and amplification (2016)
• Hailing horn
• Radar reflector 
• Stern thruster controls 

Just four small steps down from the pilothouse resides the capacious salon located at the heart of the vessel and acts as a central bridge between the two staterooms onboard. Expansive 28" windows that run the length of the salon in conjunction with overhead hatches let natural light, and views of the journey, flood into this mid-ship social space. Between these huge windows and 6'6" headroom, this open layout makes the salon an ideal spot for entertaining guests.

Along the starboard outboard wall is an L-shaped settee complemented by an adjustable teak coffee table which expands into a dining table by raising up and opening out. This settee, along with the two vintage, movable armchairs to the port side, provide comfortable seating for up to six in the salon. A Roku 32” flatscreen TV is mounted on the forward bulkhead below the galley countertop. The settee has ample storage for provisions conveniently located behind the settee seatbacks. More storage is tucked away underneath the settee and in a cabinet and end table fixed between the armchairs to port. A bookshelf is located above the settee on the salon aft bulkhead.

• L-shaped settee
• Adjustable teak coffee / dining table
• (2) Arm chairs
• 32" LCD television (2016)
• Satellite TV receiver (2016)
• Revised salon faux leather upholstery and foam cushions
• New carpeting (2025)
• Custom insulated window treatments for salon windows
• Fusion satellite radio with Sirius XM, AM / FM, & wireless Bluetooth - integrated with Garmin MFD's (2017)

The open layout of the salon includes the galley to forward. Separated by raised countertop and a step down, the galley feels connected to the social activities of the salon yet retains enough privacy to maintain its own space and function. The alcove behind the raised countertop to port encompassed most of the galley. In this area you will find a stainless-steel double-sink, 3-burner stove, icemaker below the counter storage compartments, and ample countertop space. To the starboard side resides a microwave and refrigerator and freezer compartments which are situated to provide additional counter top space when needed. 

• Force 10 3-burner electric stove, 220V
• (3) New (2025) water heaters (galley, master, and VIP)
• Moen stainless-steel double sink
• Kenmore microwave
• New Dometic holding plate refrigeration / freezer system, low voltage (2025)
• Raritan icemaker
• Corian counter tops
• Trash bin
• Custom teak glassware cabinet on galley bulkhead
• Under sole expansive storage
• Filtered water dispenser 

This vessel provides two comfortable ensuite staterooms suited to perfectly accommodate two couples. These cabins are situated to forward and aft of the salon, respectively. 

The aft stateroom can be found just two steps down from the salon stair passage and includes a large hanging locker. There is also a sink area with cabinet storage and mirror along with an ensuite toilet and shower. In the commode/shower section is the Kenmore washer and dryer. The queen size bed and storage drawers ensure that guests will enjoy their stay in comfort.

The primary stateroom is forward and is access through the galley. It also features a queen size berth and custom Portland Co. mattress. The island queen is accessible from either side, with matching night stands. Storage is provided by two hanging lockers, drawers on both sides of the bed and shelving. There is a large compartment beneath which is roomy enough to hold extra foldable deck chairs, large linens, or golf clubs. There is a compartment which holds an extra propeller. The primary head is forward of the stateroom and features a teak floor, upgraded toilet and a separate shower with built-in seat. There is also ample storage here. Convenient access to the anchor chain and forward storage area is found above the commode. 

As for the forward stateroom, this is accessed just past the galley and also features a queen-size berth. With this stateroom being larger than the one found to aft it is typically utilized as the master cabin. The island queen is accessible from either side, each of which is situated with his & hers night stands. Additional storage is provided via drawers, hanging lockers, shelving, and a large compartment below the left side of the berth, which can make an excellent wine cellar. The master head in this stateroom is similar to the guest stateroom's head along with a built-in laundry hamper and more extensive storage space.  

The Dettling 51 is built from the keel up with precision, experience, and an extreme level of detail. The hull design is courtesy of Hunt with their deep V hull providing excellent offshore performance. The fiberglass hull construction utilizes Vinylester resin throughout, vacuum bagged core-cell technology, and is reinforced with four foam-cored fiberglass stringers running the length of the boat. Fourteen layers of fiberglass are used to reinforce the hull and deck together creating a single strong, impact resistant unit.

The house and deck both incorporate Divinycell-core fused with 10 layers of fiberglass which provides optimal stiffness and thermal insulation, while remaining relatively light weight. Up on the deck you will find a spacious teak aft deck cockpit with a mounted table and deck chairs allowing for alfresco dining and entertaining. Above the extended hardtop of the boat deck provides superb coverage from the weather to protect your guests and teak deck. The hardtop also includes pull down sun screens (both port and starboard) for protection on hot sunny days. Bountiful storage is available with the large lazarette area and engine room access is also found on the aft deck. When walking up to the bow, you will be greeted with full walk-around 15" wide side decks with 33" high stainless side rails. 

Above the pilothouse is the extended hardtop which doubles as a boat deck. Equipped with a davit to starboard and tender chocks this platform supports the 11'2" Aspen Carbon cat tender with Suzuki 15 hp outboard. You will find the navigation instruments, open array, antennas, and express bridge control station all to forward on the hardtop.

The engine room is accessed by a hatch in the middle of the aft deck. Additionally, nearly all of the aft deck is capable of unbolting and lifting off for unrestricted and non-invasive engine access. Once down below the engine room resides behind a latched, insulated door. The headroom and movement space is especially impressive for the engine room of a boat this size. Along with the convenient placement of components for easy maintenance, routine checks, and service; this engine room is a pleasure to be in. Equipped with two Cummins 6CTA8.3 diesels, 480 hp with V-drive transmissions, this Dettling is not shy on power and can achieve a high cruise of 16 knots and a max speed of nearly 27 knots.

• Twin Cummins 6CTA 8.3, 480 hp diesels - 2,348 hrs. port; 2,360 hrs. starboard as of 09/23/25.
• Engine after coolers reconditioned (2025)
• (2) Main engine starting batteries, 12V, 8D (2025)
• Pro Mariner battery charger, 20 amp
• 130-amp alternator
• Onan 13.5 kW generator, 1300 hours
• GenStart: Group31
• Shore power: 220V, 60 Hz
• 8D AGM batteries (all new 2025)
• Charles 5000SP 30-amp charger - for house batteries (2016)
• Pro Mariner battery charger
• General service: (2) 12V, 8D 200-amp / hr.
• Xantrex SE 2512 inverter / charger 2500W with 150-amp charger
• Balmar 210-amp alternator
• Back-up 12V for GPS, VHF, and depth sounder
• Cruisair air conditioning; (2) 16,000 BTU, (1) 7,000 BTU
• Side-Power bow thruster (rebuilt 2016)
• Stern thruster (added 2017)
• Mathers Micro Commander steering system
• Bennett trim tabs
• Racor fuel separator & filtration
• Raritan head system
• SHURflo fresh water system
• (1) Rule 800, (3) 3700 bilge pumps (new 2023)
• Tankwatch fuel, water, and black water
• Tank Tender 2 

• New salon and pilothouse faux leather upholstery and foam cushions (2016)
• Bottom paint July 2025
• Custom insulated window treatments salon and staterooms (2017)
• New bound carpet in salon and staterooms (2025)
• New custom Portland mattress and linens for master berth (2022)
• Master stateroom closet remodeled (2017)
• (5) New table lamps (2016)
• Custom teak glasses cabinet on galley bulkhead (2016)
• New 32" LCD television in salon (2016)
• Fusion radio - satellite Sirius XM, FM / AM, wireless Bluetooth (integrated with Garmin MFD's) (2017)
• LED lighting
• New 8D AMG batteries (2025)
• Charles 5000SP 30-amp charger for house batteries
• Battery and charger for emergency back-up for helm electronics and engine controls
• Side-Power bow thruster (2016)
• Installed new Side-Power stern thruster (2017)
• (2024) Aspen Carbon Cat 11'2" dinghy with Suzuki 15 hp outboard
• Vinyl coverings for all hatches, salon windows, pilothouse windshield and windows
• Updated ABYC compliant main AC breaker and grounding 
• Balmar 200-amp alternator regulator
• New port engine alternator (2017)
• Added spare set of 5-blade Michigan Wheel 26 X 26 propellers (2018) 

• (2024) Aspen Cat Carbon 11’2” dinghy with Suzuki 15 hp outboard
• Yacht Controller added (2023)
• (3) New (2025) water heaters (galley, master, and VIP)
• New (2025 Dometic low voltage refrigeration system
• New vinyl foam backed headliner installed salon, aft stateroom, and pilothouse (2018)
• New carpet (2025)
• (9) Hood stainless-steel hatches rebuilt - new acrylic lens, gaskets, and handles (2018)
• New toilets (2023)
• Propeller shafts machined and trued (2019)
• Rebuilt starboard main engine turbo (2019)
• Hull painted with Awlcraft Flag Blue and Cardinal Red boot stripe (2020)
• New bottom paint (July 2025)
• 6-Person life raft (needs recertification)
• Roku 32” LCD TV, 2025
• Fusion Satellite radio, 2023
• Vintage salon arm chairs, 2022 

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