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New Boat Preview: Axopar 38

October 9, 2025

Axopar Boats offers a first glimpse of an upcoming all-new range set to revolutionize the future of adventure boating – the Axopar 38. The first model in its range, the Axopar 38 XC Cross Cabin, will make its world premiere at BOOT Düsseldorf in January 2026, followed by three other models later. 

Axopar is dedicated to creating smart modular solutions and enhancing comfort features, always without compromising drivability. The new range has been developed with a clear mission: to create the most modular boat ever. It has been designed for those who enjoy long days on the water or overnight journeys, where comfort and livability are as essential as performance. In this new range, these qualities take an even more prominent role, with numerous innovations and thoughtful details introduced to elevate life onboard.

With its functional design, the 38 adapts to the needs of each boater — not the other way around — making every Axopar 38 feel genuinely purpose-built for its owner. Building on the legacy of the iconic Axopar 37, the new Axopar 38 retains the core strengths of the 37 while introducing a new generation of innovation.

The 38 XC Cross Cabin

The Axopar 38 XC Cross Cabin will be the first model launched from the 38 range, premiering at BOOT Düsseldorf 2026. Designed as a true year-round, all-weather companion, it introduces a redefined walkaround concept, a spacious wheelhouse, and reimagined cabins.

Modularity remains at the heart of Axopar’s philosophy, and the 38 offers more freedom of choice than ever, adaptable for family cruising, overnight stays, fishing, watersports, or long journeys. Multiple bow layouts, larger glass surfaces, and signature features such as gullwing doors and the sliding roof enhance safety, flow, and outdoor enjoyment.

The aft deck has been reimagined for flexibility, with foldable activity platforms, modular fender box solutions, and layout choices ranging from a leaning post or sofa to a full aft cabin with sunbed top. Inside, the wheelhouse is larger and more versatile, with rotating helm seats, a U-sofa, and an electric table that converts the space into a lounge or berth. The upgraded front cabin redefines onboard livability, with increased headroom and comfort. A redesigned toilet and shower option with standing headroom, ample storage, and a practical kitchenette option make the front cabin a bright, comfortable everyday living area.

Key Features

Front Cabin

  • Reimagined functionality of the front cabin
  • Combined sofa and bed solution for added usability of the front cabin
  • Improved headroom and standing height
  • Optional enclosed toilet with optional shower
  • Optional kitchen module with space for microwave, fridge, and coffee machine

Wheelhouse

  • Reimagined wheelhouse layout
  • Efficient use of space optimized for moving easily around
  • U-sofa with table for up to 6 people
  • In addition to U-sofa configuration, three rotating helm seats or Mediterrana three-person sofa
  • Optional electric hi-lo table convertible into a bed
  • Openable aft window option (manual or electrical)
  • Optional bar cabinet on port side

Bow

  • All-new optional U-sofa layout in bow with table and conversion into a sunbed
  • Standard, forward facing sofa and anchor box and center seating box
  • U-sofa with a table plus a sun pad
  • Forward facing sun bed with storage underneath the sun bed

Aft deck

  • Optional folding activity platforms for both sides
  • Modular fender boxes with options for bench seats with fender storage or wetbar
  • Optional leaning post with integrated folding bench

Other highlights

  • Ample, smart storage spaces
  • Fuel tank capacity of 830 liters allowing extensive range
  • Optional gyroscope
  • Optional sound insulation upgrade for added comfort onboard
  • Optional Burnewiin gunwale mounts for aft or bow, enabling a variety of accessories with quick attachment

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