NEW AXOPAR 38 SUN TOP
The Most Customisable 38 Foot Walkaround Boat
Open-Air Performance and Social Boating Without Compromise
The all-new Axopar 38 Sun Top redefines what a modern open adventure boat can be. Combining the offshore confidence and drivability Axopar is known for with a far more social and open environment, the Axopar 38 ST is designed around the way people truly spend time on the water today. It is a boat built for connection, freedom, and flexibility, bringing together open-air boating, intelligent modularity, and genuine long-range capability in one refined platform.
Built on the next-generation Axopar 38 hull developed by renowned naval architect Jarkko Jämsén alongside Axopar co-founder Jan-Erik Viitala, the Axopar 38 Sun Top prioritises balance, efficiency, and real-world offshore performance from the ground up. Rather than simply creating an open day boat, Axopar has engineered a highly adaptable 38 foot boat capable of entertaining at anchor, cruising offshore at over 45 knots, overnighting with family, or island hopping across Australia and New Zealand’s diverse waterways.
At the centre of the concept is the Sun Top itself. The sliding canvas roof transforms the experience onboard, opening the helm and cockpit to fresh air and natural light while still providing protection when conditions change. Combined with modular cockpit layouts, versatile aft configurations, fold-down activity platforms, and expanded social spaces throughout, the Axopar 38 Sun Top delivers one of the most flexible open boating experiences in its class.
Whether exploring Sydney Harbour, cruising to Rottnest Island, entertaining on the Gold Coast Broadwater, or enjoying long summer days in the Bay of Islands, the Axopar 38 Sun Top has been designed to suit the realities of boating in Australia and New Zealand. It is a true walkaround boat with the capability of an offshore performer and the atmosphere of a luxury open cruiser, built to take people further in comfort, confidence, and style.
Who is the Axopar 38 ST for?
The Axopar 38 Sun Top is designed for boaters who want to maximise time outdoors without sacrificing offshore capability, comfort, or versatility. It blends the openness and social atmosphere of a luxury day boat with the confidence and drivability of a genuine offshore platform, making it equally suited to entertaining, island hopping, watersports, and long coastal runs.
Unlike many open boats that prioritise appearance over practicality, the Axopar 38 ST has been engineered for real-world boating. The modular layout, expansive social spaces, and adaptable aft configurations allow owners to tailor the boat around how they spend time on the water, whether that means relaxed afternoons at anchor, fast offshore passages, or weekends exploring with family and friends.
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From island lunches to sunset passages
WHATEVER YOU’RE ADVENTURE
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Designed from the Waterline Up: The Axopar 38 Hull Design and Performance
At the core of the Axopar 38 Sun Top is a hull developed by renowned naval architect Jarkko Jämsén, whose design philosophy has shaped every Axopar since the beginning. Rather than designing around layouts or styling trends, Axopar builds boats from the waterline up, focusing first on balance, hydrodynamics, efficiency, and real-world offshore behaviour.
For the Axopar 38 ST, Jämsén’s work centres around controlled balance, reduced tipping moments, improved stability at rest and underway, and refined spray dispersion in demanding conditions. The result is a 38 foot boat that feels calm, predictable, and confidence-inspiring whether running offshore at speed, cruising open coastlines, or relaxing at anchor with friends and family. This stability comes from carefully considered weight distribution combined with advanced hydrodynamic and aerodynamic design.
While many walkaround boats and open sports cruisers may appear visually similar, the execution behind the Axopar hull is where the real separation lies.
“You see similar things in the market, but I can see that they haven’t understood why we have done these things. So they are visually similar, but the reason why they are done are not executed.”
– Jarkko Jämsén, Yacht Designer
The Axopar 38 hull is approximately 25 percent lighter than many competitors in its class, improving efficiency, responsiveness, and seakeeping without sacrificing structural integrity. This lighter platform works hand in hand with Axopar’s continual push for offshore capability and fuel efficiency, allowing owners to travel further with greater comfort and lower running costs. The twin-stepped 22-degree V-hull delivers sharp handling and precise control, maintaining Axopar’s reputation for industry-leading drivability.
The development of the Axopar 38 Sun Top extended far beyond performance alone. The platform underwent more than two years of extensive testing, including dedicated decibel testing for sound insulation. By increasing hull rigidity through an overbuilt stringer system and minimising unwanted flex, Axopar has significantly reduced hull resonance, creating a noticeably quieter and more refined experience underway, even at higher cruising speeds.
“Driveability, handling, agility, adaptability to any changing sea state conditions, to be able to safely and securely take people to a designated destination in any season, at any time of day, in any sort of conditions. The amount of work that has been put into the Axopar 38 to make that happen is something nobody will ever see.”
– Jan-Erik Viitala, Axopar Founding Partner, Chief Creative and Innovation Officer
The Axopar 38 Sun Top is engineered to perform offshore, handle changing conditions with confidence, and deliver the open-air freedom and social atmosphere that modern adventure boating demands.
Key Features of the Axopar 38 Sun Top
At its core, the Axopar 38 Sun Top is designed around openness, connection, and versatility without sacrificing the offshore capability and drivability that define the Axopar brand. Beneath the open layout is the same extensively engineered platform found across the Axopar 38 range, featuring a lightweight yet rigid hull structure, advanced sound insulation, and a development process focused on real-world usability rather than gimmicks or unnecessary complexity.
What separates the Axopar 38 ST is how naturally it blends performance boating with social living. Expanded cockpit spaces, adaptable seating arrangements, and uninterrupted movement throughout the boat create a far more connected onboard experience than the previous generation, while still retaining the sharp handling and confidence expected from a genuine offshore performer.
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AXOPAR 38 SUN TOP SPECIFICATIONS

OVERALL LENGTH

BEAM

MAX SPEED RANGE

FUEL CAPACITY
830 L
Draft to props | 1.1 m |
Weight (excl. Engine) | 5100 kg |
Passengers | B:10 C: 12 persons |
Berths | 2 persons. opt + 2 (aft cabin) |
Construction | GRP |
Classifications | B - Offshore / C - Coastal |
Outboard engines | 2 x 300 hp - 2 x 350 hp |
Fuel consumption, cruise | tba |
Hull design | Twin stepped 20 degree V "Sharp entry bow" |
The Next Legend. Designed with Purpose. Built for Adventure.
Why the Axopar 38 Sets a New Benchmark for Adventure Boating in Australia
Since launching the first Axopar in 2014, co-founder Jan-Erik Viitala and the Axopar team have reshaped modern boating by creating the adventure boat category. Axopar designs boats from the hull up, prioritising balance, efficiency, and real-world usability before layouts or visual trends. The result is a range of modular, fuel-efficient, offshore-capable boats that inspire confidence in all conditions.
At the heart of every Axopar is lead designer Jarkko Jämsén, whose hull designs are widely regarded as some of the most advanced in the industry. His focus on weight distribution, stability at rest and underway, spray control, and refined hydrodynamics defines the Axopar DNA. With the Axopar 38, this philosophy has been taken further than ever before, delivering a hull that is lighter, quieter, more efficient, and more confidence-inspiring, even as onboard comfort and volume increase.
The Axopar 38 range represents the most ambitious development in the brand’s history. Available in four models, Cross Cabin, Sun Top, Cross Top, and CCX, the 38 is designed to suit a broader range of boating styles than ever before. Whether you prioritise all-weather protection, open-air cruising, social day boating, fishing, or extended adventures, the Axopar 38 offers a level of customisation and refinement that sets it apart in its class.
Axopar is exclusively represented in Australia and New Zealand by Eyachts. Since introducing the brand locally in 2015, Eyachts has delivered over 350 Axopars across the region and built one of the strongest owner communities in the market. From Rottnest Island and the Whitsundays to Pittwater, Sydney Harbour, and New Zealand’s rugged coastline, the Axopar 38 is perfectly suited to the diverse conditions and adventurous boating culture of Australia and New Zealand.
When you choose the Axopar 38, you are not just stepping into the next model, you are stepping into the next chapter of adventure boating, supported by a trusted local team who understand how these boats are meant to be used, and where they truly come alive.
EYACHTS ACCOLADES
2018
Winner
Best of Axopar Brand Engagement
2019
Winner
Axopar International Dealer of the Year
2020
Milestone
100 Axopars Sold in Australia and New Zealand
2022
Milestone
250 Axopars Sold in Australia and New Zealand
2023
Winner
Best Brand Ambassador
2024
Winner
Exceptional Customer Experience
AXOPAR 38 REVIEWS BY THE XPERTS
Better than the legendary 37? | Axopar 38 Full Tour
Motor Boat & Yachting – March 2026
The long-awaited Axopar 38 is finally here, and it’s an absolute cracker. In today’s full walkthrough, Hugo Andreae of Motorboat & Yachting takes an in-depth look at the successor to the legendary Axopar 37 to see if it lives up to the hype.
THE ALL-NEW AXOPAR 38XC: IS THIS THE PERFECT ADVENTURE BOAT?
Yacht Way – February 2026
The legend has officially evolved. In this YachtWay Spotlight, we take an in-depth look of the all-new Axopar 38XC – the boat that Jan-Erik Viitala and the Axopar team have spent years refining to solve one singular challenge: how to build the perfect “Swiss Army Knife” for the sea.
Axopar 38 – the most customisable adventure boat ever built
Boating NZ – Jan 2026

The all-new Axopar 38 redefines adventure boating with unmatched customisation, comfort, and performance—a bold evolution of the legendary Axopar 37, built for every lifestyle and condition.
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