55’ Express
The 55 Express doesn’t beg for attention. It earns it—with a profile that turns heads at idle and a hull that walks away at cruise. She’s fast, fluid, and unforgiving in all the right ways.
This is the largest express we build, and it shows. Not in bells and whistles, but in balance, presence, and power. She’s got the speed to chase the bite 100 miles out, the range to stay, and the comfort to bring everyone back sharp. From the second you take the helm, it’s clear: this isn’t a convertible with the top chopped off. It’s a sportfisher stripped down to its essential self.
Built to Run. Designed to Command.
The 55 Express was built for the captain who wants big-game capability without giving up touch, visibility, or control. For the owner-operator who still wants to run the boat, fight the fish, and feel every change in the wind.
She’s a weapon with the soul of a convertible and the reflexes of a center console. The helm station gives you unmatched awareness. A raised platform puts you in command of everything. And a massive cockpit means your crew doesn’t just have room to fish—they’ve got room to win.
For the Ones Who Want It All Without a Bridge in the Way.
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With lines drawn by EG Designs Naval Architect, the 55 Express delivers the same ride Release is known for: sharp entry, soft landings, clean wake, and balance at speed. Her rounded keel keeps her stable in the drift and at troll. She backs down like a brawler and handles tight like something 10 feet shorter.
Powered by twin MAN V8-1200s (or optional 1620s), she cruises comfortably in the low 30s and runs into the 40s wide open. And when the bite turns on, she keeps you right where you need to be—fast enough to run, stable enough to fight.
Her cockpit is tournament-class: massive, open, and clean. With the express layout, every second between bite and gaff is shorter. That’s the edge.
She’s vacuum-infused using advanced composite laminates, engineered cores, and modified epoxy. Hand-faired and built in-house from the hull up, every Release is a one-off. Nothing production. Nothing plastic. Just strength, precision, and pride.
You’ll find teak where it counts, stainless where it matters, and craftsmanship everywhere. Engine room access is wide open and built for service. The helm is custom. The fit and finish is second to none.
She’s not built fast. She’s built right.
Big, Balanced, and Blisteringly Fast.
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Down below, the 55 Express offers a full two- or three-stateroom layout with two heads, a galley with custom appliances, and salon seating that holds up when seas get sloppy. Every detail is hand-finished—clean lines, lightweight custom cabinetry, and smart storage for long runs.
She’s made for overnighters, weeklong tournaments, and everything in between. Quiet, cool, and efficient—but never soft. This isn’t a place to entertain. It’s a place to reset and reload.
Not a Condo. A Command Center.
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She Doesn’t Just Ride. She STALKS.
Standard Power: Twin MAN V8-1200 diesels
Optional Upgrade: Twin MTU V12-1620s or Volvo D13-IPS
Cruise / Top: ~32 knots / 44+ knots depending on package
Available Tech Options
Seakeeper 10 or 14 (depending on fish program)
Omni sonar options available
Full custom tower, rigging, and teaser reel integrations
Bespoke electronics packages
Specifications
LOA: 55′ 0″
Beam: 17′ 8″
Draft: 4′ 10″
Displacement: ~60,000 lbs (dry est.)
Fuel: 1,400 gallons
Water: 200 gallons
Power: Twin MAN V8-1200s or optional 1620s
Cruise / Top Speed: ~32 / 40+ knots
The 55 Express is a true big-water thoroughbred. She was built for serious crews,
hardcore programs, and owners who want it all—fishability, comfort, range, and
the kind of ride that puts fear in anything trying to follow. She’s not a stepping stone. She’s a destination.
Contact Us
Crafted for the Diehards, Not for the Daydreamers.
Contact us today with questions, comments, or to start getting your dream boat built.
Reach out to our team at:
info@releaseboatworks.com
833-347-4729
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