1998 Maxum 4600 SCB | SKY STARWell-Maintained Flybridge Cruiser with Upgraded Cummins Power

The 1998 Maxum 4600 SCB “SKY STAR” is a spacious and capable express flybridge cruiser that combines comfortable liveaboard accommodations with dependable performance. Powered by twin 600 HP Cummins QSC8.3 diesel engines (upgraded in 2008) and featuring a 12.5 kW Westerbeke generator, this yacht has benefited from significant mechanical upgrades and consistent maintenance, making her an excellent choice for cruising throughout Panama and beyond.

Offering comfortable accommodations for up to five guests, a fully equipped galley, expansive salon, spacious flybridge with wet bar, and a generous aft cockpit, SKY STAR is equally suited for family cruising, entertaining, or extended weekends aboard. Recent improvements include engine servicing, antifouling, electrical upgrades, new batteries, refinished cabinetry, and a new refrigerator, while a 2024 professional marine survey confirms her overall operational condition with clean machinery spaces and well-maintained systems.

Vessel Specifications

Builder: Maxum Marine (USA)

Model: 4600 SCB

Year: 1998

Vessel Name: SKY STAR

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Deck: Non-skid

Length Overall: 42.68 ft

Beam: 14.34 ft

Draft: 7.35 ft

Fuel Capacity: 418 gallons

Fresh Water Capacity: 300 gallons

Displacement: 32,000 lbs (approx.)

Location: Vista Mar Marina, Panama

Engines & Mechanical

• Twin Cummins QSC8.3-600HO diesel engines

• 600 HP each

• Engine upgrade completed in 2008

• Port engine: approximately 1,250 hours

• Starboard engine: approximately 1,236 hours

• Twin ZF 286A marine transmissions

• Cruise speed: approximately 28 knots

• Hydraulic trim tabs

• Hydro-assisted rudders

• Emergency bilge pumping system integrated into both engines

• Engine room ventilation system

• Fuel filtration system

• Freshwater and wastewater pumps

• Underwater exhaust system

• Hot water heater

• HRO watermaker

• Three automatic bilge pumps

• Dry, clean engine room

• Engines and generator serviced in 2024

• Electrical wiring replaced

• Bottom antifouled in 2024

Generator & Electrical

• Westerbeke 12.5 kW diesel generator

• Approximately 90 hours

• 120/240V output

• Shore power connection

• Promariner Pro Nautic 12•60P battery charger

• Five Global 8D batteries

• Batteries only 3 months old

• Dual 12V and 24V electrical systems

• Engine room and salon electrical panels

• 110V converter system

Electronics & Navigation

• Dual Garmin multifunction displays (7″ & 12″)

• GPS

• Radar

• Echo sounder

• SmartCraft Vessel View engine monitoring

• Danforth Constellation compass

• Edson hydraulic steering

• Cummins electronic controls with synchronizer

• Uniden UM385 VHF radio

• Raymarine Ray 240 VHF

• Raymarine loud hailer

• Two handheld radios

• Searchlight controls

• Underwater light controls

• Trim tab controls

• Dual audio system

• Sony Xplod amplifier

• Dual WMX42BT stereo

• Multiple cockpit speakers

Flybridge

The spacious flybridge offers excellent visibility and a comfortable entertainment space featuring:

• Hardtop with acrylic enclosure

• Wet bar with sink

• Bar cabinet

• Companion seating

• Helm with full electronics package

• Pilot seat

• Lounge seating aft

• Portable Weber BBQ

• Radar arch

• Garmin radar dome

• VHF antenna

• Searchlight

• Storage lockers

Cockpit & Exterior

• Large covered cockpit

• Swim platform

• Retractable swim ladder

• Livewell with saltwater circulation

• Rod holders

• Freshwater deck wash

• Hot cockpit shower

• Cockpit cushions

• Engine room access hatches

• Stainless steel rails

• Stainless steel cleats

• Four fenders

• Mooring lines

• Freshwater and fuel dock connections

Ground tackle includes:

• Maxwell electric windlass

• Bruce 15 kg anchor

• Chain and rode locker

• Spare anchor storage

• Anchor washdown

Interior

The Maxum’s bright salon offers an inviting layout with quality finishes throughout.

Salon

• Spacious seating

• Cocktail table

• Entertainment center

• Bose home theater

• LG DVD player

• JVC audio receiver

• U-Line ice maker

• 32″ Nisato television

• Built-in cabinetry

• Engine room access beneath salon floor

Galley

Fully equipped with:

• Marble countertops

• Kenyon two-burner induction cooktop

• Stainless sink

• New refrigerator (2023)

• Panasonic microwave

• Black & Decker coffee maker

• Oster air fryer

• Ninja toaster oven

• Excellent storage

Kitchen cabinetry refinished in 2023.

Accommodations

Sleeps up to five guests.

Master Stateroom

• Island double berth

• Under-bed storage

• Hanging locker

• Private ensuite head

• Skylights

• Reading lights

• Dedicated 16,000 BTU air conditioning

Guest Cabin

• Two side-by-side berths

• Shared head access

• Storage cabinets

• Skylight

Heads

• Two heads

• Electric toilets

• Two showers

• 24V hot water heater

• Holding tank

Air Conditioning

Three independent 16,000 BTU systems:

• Cruisair Zephyr

• Dometic

• Marine Air Systems

Climate-controlled throughout the salon and accommodations.

Safety Equipment

• Four ABC fire extinguishers

• Fifteen life jackets

• Two life rings

• Flares

• First aid kit

• Three automatic bilge pumps

Tender package includes:

• 9.8 ft Inflatable Sport Boats tender

• Yamaha 4 HP outboard

Accessories

• Tender

• Swim ladder

• Freshwater deck wash

• Hot cockpit shower

• Air compressor

• Fishing gear

• BBQ

• Water floaties

• Body board

• Sublue Whiteshark Mix underwater scooter

• Fenders

• Mooring lines

Maintenance & Upgrades

• Twin Cummins engines upgraded in 2008

• Generator serviced

• Engines serviced

• Bottom antifouled (2024)

• Electrical wiring replaced

• New batteries

• Kitchen cabinetry refinished (2023)

• New refrigerator (2023)

• Professionally maintained

• Survey completed July 2024

Why Buy SKY STAR?

The Maxum 4600 SCB remains one of the most desirable flybridge cruisers in her class thanks to her spacious interior, wide beam, dependable diesel power, and exceptional entertaining areas. SKY STAR benefits from upgraded Cummins engines, modern Garmin electronics, an updated galley, recent maintenance, and a professional marine survey, making her a compelling turnkey cruising yacht for her next owner.