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2025 Freeman 42 LR
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2025 Freeman 42 LR

“BADFISH”
Palm Harbor, Florida, United States
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Specifications

Year
2025
LOA
42'
Hull
Fiberglass
Fuel Type
Gas/Petrol

Broker Overview

The 2025 Freeman 42 LR, named "BADFISH," represents a rare opportunity to acquire a brand-new, immediately available center console of this caliber. As a demo boat, it comes fully equipped with a robust Mercury V10 425HP quad engine package, ensuring serious performance and reliability. This 42 LR is configured for serious offshore work and entertainment, featuring a comprehensive Simrad electronics suite, drum mount windlass, and practical additions like yacht tender tow hooks and Power Pole Move Trolling Motors. The inclusion of chiller plates and a Starlink system elevates its offshore capability and comfort. While center consoles are known for their versatility, the 42 LR's size and specific outfitting make it a formidable platform for serious fishing and fast, comfortable cruising. Its fiberglass hull and new condition minimize immediate maintenance concerns, offering a turn-key solution for a discerning buyer looking to bypass the typical build wait times for a vessel of this pedigree. This is a direct acquisition opportunity for a highly sought-after model.

Why This Boat

Brand new 2025 model, immediately available – bypasses typical build wait times.
Quad Mercury V10 425HP engines – exceptional power and reliability.
Comprehensive Simrad electronics package and Starlink for connectivity.
Equipped for serious fishing and offshore comfort: chiller plates, Power Pole Move, ERiggers.
Demo boat status ensures a fully outfitted, turn-key vessel.

Best For

Offshore FishingTournament FishingFast CruisingCoastal ExploringDay Boating

Considerations

The premium performance and build quality come with a significant investment.
Trailerability can be a consideration due to beam and weight.
Storage space, while ample for a center console, is not comparable to a cabin cruiser.

These are broker observations, not deal-breakers. Every yacht has trade-offs — a good broker helps you weigh them.

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Expert Review

The Freeman 42 LR is a highly regarded center console, known for its exceptional ride quality, stability, and speed, particularly in challenging offshore conditions. The catamaran hull design provides a soft entry and minimizes roll, making for a comfortable experience at speed or at rest. Build quality on Freeman vessels is generally very high, focusing on robust construction and practical layouts for serious anglers and cruisers. This specific vessel, being a 2025 model and a demo, should present in immaculate condition. Prospective buyers should focus their survey on verifying the functionality of all installed electronics and mechanical systems, particularly the Mercury V10s, ensuring all factory warranties are in place and transferable. While the asking price is contact-based, the immediate availability of a new, well-equipped 42 LR adds significant value compared to ordering new. Comparable alternatives might include other high-performance center consoles like Invincible or Yellowfin, but the Freeman's cat hull offers a distinct advantage in ride comfort.

Owner Sentiment

Excellent

Owners consistently praise the Freeman 42 LR for its incredible ride, stability, and fishing platform, often citing it as the best offshore center console available.

Strengths
Unmatched ride quality and stability in rough seas.Exceptional speed and fuel efficiency for its size.Spacious and well-designed deck for fishing and entertaining.High-quality construction and robust systems.

Full Listing Description

BRAND NEW Freeman 42 LR "BADFISH"


This Is Our Demo Boat! Available NOW


Mercury V10 425HP


Simrad Electronics Package


Drum Mount Windlass


Yacht Tender Tow Hooks


Chiller Plates


Starlink


Power Pole Move Trolling Motors


ERiggers


Teak Package


Available Immediately!


Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Silver King Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

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Comfort & Climate
Air ConditioningStabilizers
Communication
Satellite CommsSatellite TV / Internet
Tender & Water Toys
Tender / Dinghy
Disclaimer: This listing is provided through cooperative brokerage via the IYBA MLS. The listing broker is Silver King Yachts (Jacob McGowan). Yacht Access is acting as a buyer's broker and can assist you with this purchase.
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