RODMAN 56 2004 FOR SALE

Some yachts inspire confidence through their appearance, while others do so through the way they are conceived beneath the surface. This 2004 Rodman 56 clearly belongs to the latter group. Her construction, Caterpillar engines, shaft drives and electronics designed for real cruising create that sense of a serious boat that invites longer passages without making distance feel like a limitation.

This particular boat also benefits from a comprehensive refit completed in 2024, especially complete electronics, a crew cabin, flybridge, hydraulic passerelle and large tank capacities. She is a yacht prepared for an owner who wants to combine the robustness of a Spanish builder with three cabins, autonomy, family comfort and a technical configuration that allows her to be used with much greater ambition than a simple weekend outing.

About this Rodman 56

Built in 2004, this Rodman 56 is a flybridge yacht measuring 17.36 metres in length and 4.90 metres in beam, configured to provide a very balanced combination of interior space, autonomy and safe cruising.

The boat is powered by two Caterpillar C12 engines producing 710 hp each, with approximately 804 hours according to Fontnautic information, direct shaft drives and a combined output of 1,420 hp. Navigation is supported by professional Furuno and Simrad electronics, a MaxPower bow thruster, Lenco trim tabs and particularly complete instrumentation at both helm stations.

Her layout provides three main cabins, two bathrooms and an independent crew cabin aft. On board there is also a generator, climate control, complete galley, telescopic hydraulic passerelle, flybridge with wet bar and a comprehensive refit carried out in 2024.

Technical specifications

• Builder: Rodman
• Model: 56
• Year: 2004
• Type: Motor yacht / Flybridge
• Length: 17.36 m
• Beam: 4.90 m
• Hull material: GRP
• CE category: B
• Maximum capacity: 12 people
• Main cabins: 3
• Crew cabin: 1
• Bathrooms: 2
• Fuel: Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 2,800 l
• Fresh water capacity: 700 l
• Taxes: Paid
• Location: Cádiz, Spain

Engines and manoeuvring

• Engines: 2 × Caterpillar C12
• Power: 710 hp per engine
• Total power: 1,420 hp
• Fuel: Diesel
• Hours: approx. 804 h according to Fontnautic information
• Transmission: Direct shaft drive
• Caterpillar displays
• Backup analogue instrumentation
• Emergency / backup system
• MaxPower bow thruster
• Lenco trim tabs
• Dual helm stations

Electronics and navigation

• Furuno NavNet radar / plotter
• Furuno FCV-1100L professional fishfinder
• Furuno GP32 GPS / WAAS
• 2 × Furuno RD30
• Simrad AP22 autopilot
• Simrad IS15 rudder angle indicator
• RT4822 DSC VHF
• Iridium Sailor satellite telephone
• Caterpillar displays
• Compass
• Full instrumentation repeated on the flybridge
• VDO tank gauges
• TankWatch 4

Anchoring and deck equipment

• Electric bow windlass
• Anchor
• Chain
• Aft mooring winch
• Anchor locker
• Lines
• Fenders

Electrical system

• Generator
• 220 V shore power connection
• Xantrex inverter / charger
• Link 10 monitor
• Service battery banks
• Engine-start batteries
• Electrical system renewed during refit
• Hot water system
• Air conditioning
• Bilge pumps
• Sevitas fire-extinguishing system
• Interior lighting
• Exterior lighting
• 220 V sockets aft

Exterior and deck

• Large flybridge
• Second helm station
• Flybridge bimini
• U-shaped flybridge seating area
• Flybridge table
• Flybridge wet bar
• Flybridge sink
• Flybridge refrigerator
• Exterior speakers
• Aft cockpit
• Teak-finished cockpit
• Teak-finished bathing platform
• Large bathing platform
• Bathing ladder
• Telescopic hydraulic passerelle
• Foredeck sunpad
• Electric windlass
• Aft mooring winch
• 220 V sockets aft

Specific equipment

• Furuno FCV-1100L professional fishfinder
• Iridium Sailor satellite telephone
• MaxPower bow thruster
• Lenco trim tabs
• Sevitas fire-extinguishing system
• Telescopic hydraulic passerelle
• Flybridge wet bar
• Generator
• Independent crew cabin
• Comprehensive 2024 refit

Interior and layout

Saloon

• Spacious main saloon
• U-shaped sofa
• Saloon table
• Television
• Air conditioning
• Interior lighting
• Wooden furniture
• Storage spaces

Galley

• Equipped galley
• Induction hob
• Microwave
• Electric refrigerator
• Sink
• Hot water
• Worktop
• Cabinets and storage

Cabins and accommodation

• 3 main cabins
• Master cabin
• Guest cabins
• Wardrobes
• Storage spaces
• Air conditioning
• Lighting

Bathrooms

• 2 complete bathrooms
• Toilets
• Washbasins
• Showers
• Hot water
• Storage spaces

Crew cabin

• Independent crew cabin aft
• Independent access
• Storage spaces
• Lighting

Comfort and additional equipment

• Air conditioning
• Hot water system
• Generator
• Xantrex inverter / charger
• Television
• Three main cabins
• Crew cabin
• Two bathrooms
• Equipped galley
• Flybridge
• Wet bar with sink and refrigerator
• Telescopic hydraulic passerelle
• Foredeck sunpad
• Exterior speakers
• 220 V sockets aft

Maintenance and upgrades

• Comprehensive refit completed in 2024
• Electrical installation inspected / renewed
• Control wiring inspected / renewed
• Flybridge upholstery renewed
• Bimini renewed
• Heat exchangers serviced in June 2025
• General maintenance up to date
• Taxes paid
• Documentation available

Why this boat stands out

What makes this Rodman 56 especially interesting is the combination of a particularly serious mechanical foundation with a recent update. The Caterpillar C12 engines, shaft drives, professional Furuno and Simrad electronics and large tank capacities reflect a philosophy of genuine cruising, while the 2024 refit updates numerous elements that directly affect the day-to-day experience on board.

The three-cabin-plus-crew layout, flybridge with wet bar, hydraulic passerelle and large bathing platform complete a yacht capable of working equally well as a family yacht or as a platform for longer passages. It is precisely this combination of robustness and habitability that keeps the Rodman 56 a particularly solid option in her segment.

Fontnautic opinion

For Fontnautic, the Rodman 56 conveys one of the qualities we value most in a pre-owned yacht: the feeling of a serious boat. Caterpillar power, shaft drives, professional electronics and construction from the Spanish builder create a foundation that invites you to cruise rather than simply enjoy the yacht at her berth.

This particular boat also adds a recent refit, crew cabin, large tanks and a very complete exterior configuration. We consider her especially suitable for an owner who wants to travel, remain aboard for several days and have equipment prepared for intensive use.

For anyone who values solidity, autonomy and classic flybridge architecture, we believe she remains a very interesting alternative.

Information and viewing

If you would like further information about this 2004 Rodman 56 for sale, review her documentation, receive the additional information or arrange a viewing, you can contact Fontnautic.

We can also assist you with the pre-purchase inspection, sea trial, documentation review and complete administration of the transaction.