"Atticus"

2022 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 Sailing Yacht

This beautiful Sun Odyssey has been carefully maintained and highly upgraded including electric propulsion by a knowledgeable yachtsman and is ready for your long range, quiet, and reliable cruising adventures.  

The Ocean Volt 15kw engine, powered by 57.6KWh of Lithium Batteries coupled with a Fischer Panda 5kw DC Generator and a 625 Solar array, provides a hybrid propulsion system that can cross oceans. New to electric propulsion? See our FAQ below to answer the most common questions asked.

Propulsion aside, Phillippe Briand and Jean-Marc Piaton have set the bar for innovation, performance, and comfort by designing a boat that not only sets the standard for the Sun Odyssey range, but redefines what is capable in the 50 foot cruising market. In this design, Lombard added even more hull volume to the Sun Odyssey lines, delivering greater sailing performance, more interior space for guests comfort, and more lounge areas on topside.

As with every Sun Odyssey, the cockpit ergonomics are second to none. Every sheet is cleverly led to the helm station, where the boat can be easily single or double handed. The massive cockpit lounge is framed by the iconic walk around decks, which make movement around the boat easier than ever before. However, the game changer comes when the convertible coamings, the unfolding seat backs, are set up as beds. The entire aft eight feet of the boat transform into a cushioned sun bathing deck.

The open concept interior is bathed in light, as the main salon features many rows of windows and hatches. The central U-shaped galley is optimally placed for comfort while under way, as well as serving meals in the salon. In the 490, the nav station is particularly emphasized, as there is an aft facing bench added to it, elevating this feature into a coffee nook or home office.

However, it’s the forward stateroom where this boat really sets itself apart. The square queen bed has plenty of space to walk around on all sides, and the large central armoire is perfect for mounting a television for viewing in bed. The gorgeous shower stall is placed on centerline, allowing for 6’6” headroom; a luxury usually only found on much larger boats.

2022 upgrades include:

• Custom hull color:   Mako Blue Heron
• Iverson Full Enclosure Dodger/Bimini
• 625 watts solar with complete Victron electronics system
• Air conditioning/reverse cycle heat in Main Salon
• 4 Blade prop - auto feathering with hydro-regen and reverse profile

Sail Upgrades/additions: 

• North Sails 3Di Endurance Furling Main with vertical batons
• Ullman Sails tri-radial Grey TEC Flex Lightskin Performance Genoa installed 
• Code 0 Genoa

Post-Factory Upgrades

Iverson Design Dodger 

Including - 1.25" SS frame, SS side & back grabs, Makrolon glass, profilin thread

Iverson Design Dodger Window Covers 

Iverson Design Bimini & Connector* w/ 1.25" & 2 Windows/ Covers 

Iverson Design SS Solar Panel Rack System

North Sails 3Di Endurance Furling Main with vertical batons (installed

LP Painted Mako Blue Heron Hull and Transom - Single LP Painted Boo t Stripe 

LP Painted Bow Sprit in Black 

Remove Tailgate, LP Paint Mako Blue Heron inside radius & bottom flats

8 x Fendertex Inflatable Fenders 39" x 13.4" 

5 125W Solar Panels atop Iverson Design Rack system 

Li Battery & Charging System Including Victron Inverter with remote monitoring

Factory Upgrades

Excellence Package:

GRP Bowsprit

2nd Windlass Control w Chain Counter

Window Eyebrows

Line Bags, Lifeline Gates, Wine Storage under Floor

LED Cockpit Courtesy Lights, Indirect LED Lighting in Cabin, Shades & Screens

Signature Clock & Barometer at Chart Table, Soundproof Lining in Closets

Downwind Package:

Spinnaker Hardware, Rigging with Code 0 

Additional Coachroof Winch, Extra Winch Handle, Windex 15

Electronics Ocean Package:

1 RAYMARINE I70s MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY AT COCKPIT TABLE

1 DEPTH-SPEED SENSOR

1 MASTHEAD WIND SENSOR

1 RAYMARINE RAY63 VHF

1 RAYMARINE VHF COCKPIT REMOTE

1 AIS 700 RAYMARINE TRANSCEIVER

1 RAYMARINE P70s AUTOPILOT + ACU400 CORE UNIT AND GYROCOMPAS

1 AUTOPILOT WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL (SMART CONTROLLER)

2 GPS RAYMARINE AXIOM 9 PRO MULTIFUNCTION TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAYS WITH WIFI

1 RAYMARINE QUANTUM RADAR

NAVIONICS CHART CHIP

Entertainment Audio Package:

RA70N Fusion Player (Radio/ USB/ Bluetooth), Bose Speakers in Salon

Subwoofer in Salon, Cockpit Speakers (2)

Other Options/Upgrades

Furling Mast in lieu of Std 

Ullman Sails tri-radial Grey TEC Flex Lightskin Performance Genoa 

Grey Cedar Interior - 3 Cabins / 2 Head Version

Dark Oak Laminate Floorboards

Upholstery = Ambiance "Weisse" Beige Vinyl Fabric

Upgrade to Harken Electric Cabintop winch in lieu of Std.

Upgrade to Harken Electric Primary Winches (2) in lieu of Std.

Mooring Kit

Anchoring Kit

Wheel & Cockpit Table Covers - Graphite Sunbrella Canvas

Electric Drive for Aft Platform

Teak Cockpit Table

Retractable Bow Thruster

Diesel Forced Air Heating System - 2 x Webasto Units

No White Fabric on Salon Bulkheads

Freezer Drawer - 12v Vitifrigo

Bench Seat - Weisse Fabric - Sits 2 with Storage, Stows under Table

Underbed Mattress Slats in Master Cabin

Folding Deluxe Salon Table with Telescoping legs & Convertible Berth

Ambiance Lighting Lampshade in Master Cabin

Quiet Flush Fresh Water Electric Head Fwd in lieu of Std

Quiet Flush Fresh Water Electric Head aft in lieu of Std

Wood Cockpit Sole

Code 0 Sail with 2:1 Halyard on Continuous Furler

Black Composite Wheels (2) in Lieu of Std SS.

Credit Factory Dacron Furling Main & Genoa - Sails not Provided

West Coast Delivery & Commissioning Including:

Freight: Cholet France to Seattle, WA.

Premium Commissioning - Seattle, WA.

Added Performance Commissioning - Fairing hull seam

Premium Bottom Prep & Paint - Sand, Epoxy Tie Coat & Sharkskin Black

Premium Epoxy Barrier Coat Keel & Rudder

Common questions answered by the current owner who designed and oversaw installation and is a professional in the industry.

There is conflicting data/opinion on the safety of lithium batteries. How would you respond?

LiFePO₄ batteries are one of the safest options for boats because their chemistry is extremely stable and naturally resistant to overheating or fire. They don’t suffer from thermal runaway like other lithium types, and every battery includes a built-in Battery Management System (BMS) that prevents over-charging, over-discharging, and short circuits. When paired with proper marine-rated wiring and fusing, they are even safer than traditional lead-acid batteries—no acid, no fumes, and far less heat.

What is the equivalent HP?  

Atticus has an Oceanvolt ServoProp 15 installed. It has an equivalent horsepower of 30HP but much higher torque than a diesel engine.

The standard diesel engine is rated at 57 hp,  how does the 15kw engine compare in torque and max speed?

The Oceanvolt ServoProp 15 is able to push Atticus to hull speed at about 12kw of continuous power. The Yanmar would have more power but the additional speed attainable is very limited as pushing faster than hull speed becomes very inefficient.

How does the overall weight (engine and batteries) compare with the 57hp Yanmar?

Old system: 930 lbs: The Yanmar 57 plus sail drive weighed approximately 580 lbs. The starter and house batteries added about 350 lbs for a total of 930 lbs.

Electric propulsion system: 1076 lbs: The ServoProp 15 weighs 143 lbs. There are 8 MG batteries that weigh 116 lbs each (total 933 lbs). This system also replaced house batteries so the system total is 1076 lbs.

What is the range with a full tank of diesel?

There is a Fischer Panda AGT5 DC generator. At full output I estimate this burns about .5 to 1 GPH.  With a 63 gallon tank this would extend the range significantly.

What is the range without the diesel generator (or empty fuel tank)?

The MG battery pack is 58 kwh. So if cruising at 8 kw then the range would be 7.25 hours on pure battery. Assuming a speed of 5 kn that would be 36 miles. There are a lot of variables but the pure battery range estimate is in the 20 to 40 mile range.

What are yearly maintenance requirements and cost?

Yearly maintenance is changing oil in the ServoProp 15 as well as replacing the Grease cap on the end of the ServoProp. Both are easy and inexpensive to do at a haul out. 

Is it difficult to find repair facilities and parts in the U.S?  Mexico/Carribean, Abroad?

These motors are pretty simple compared with the complication of the standard Yanmar engine (or any Diesel engine for that matter). That said, parts are available from Oceanvolt. They ship worldwide and can do remote diagnosis and have a network of installers/repair technicians.

For regular maintenance, the oil is Automatic transmission fluid which can be found anywhere. The grease cap comes from Oceanvolt and is fairly inexpensive. I keep and extra on the boat.

How often do you need to replace batteries?

The LifePO4 batteries are expected to last 20 years or longer.

Can you add more battery capacity?

Yes. Additional batteries can be added.

What is the typical lifespan of the motor?

It is expected 10 to 15 years but potentially longer than 20.

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.