The Vision
The Vision off the Big Sur coast
Photo: ©Michael Todd Walker
As the flagship vessel of Truth Aquatics, the 80’ Vision is the largest, fastest, and most spacious boat in the liveaboard fleet. With numerous amenities and comforts, including a fresh water maker, spacious bunkroom, and increased fuel capacity, the Vision is ideal for long range or extended stay trips. From the Big Sur coastline to Cortez Banks, the Vision is prepared to embark on nearly any charter voyage you can dream of.
- Specifications
- Virtual Tour
- Bunk Diagram
| Date launched | 1985 |
| Where built | Oxnard, California |
| Length | 80’-0”(weather deck) |
| Length overall (LOA) | 88’-0” |
| Beam | 26’-0” |
| Bunk Capacity | 46 people maximum, 13 double bunks, 20 single bunks. |
| Type of Bunk facility | Open berthing with pillows, blankets, curtains, and reading lights. Dressing room located in bunkroom. |
| Mains engines | Detroit Diesel 60 Series @ 550 HP each |
| Generators | Northern Lights MP55C, 55 KW, 220/110 Volt |
| Cruising speed | 10 Knots |
| Fuel Capacity | 2000 Gallons |
| Range | 1100 Nautical miles |
| Electronics | 46 mile radar, VHF Radio, Single Sideband Radio, Video depth finder, Digital depth finder, GPS, Offshore Navigator Computer Program, , Underwater Recall, Dive tracker™ |
| Heads | 3 |
| Showers | 4 (2 on deck, 2 below deck) , fresh hot water |
| Water capacity | 1830 gallons. 600 GPD water maker. |
| Galley | Outfitted with all appliances necessary for food preparation and is waterproof for divers in wetsuits. Onboard built-in Barbeque. |
| Galley seating | Cushioned and separate chairs. |
| Sundeck | Large upper deck area provides seating and pads for sunbathing. |
| Lifesaving | Rafts and Jackets for 110 passengers. |
| First Aid | Full first aid kit, O2 bottles, Auto Defibulator, Certified Crew. |
| Safety | EPIRB (emergency position indicating radio beacon) Fixed CO2 engine room fire suppression system |
| Compressors | Ingersoll-Rand 10T-2@18 C.F.M. Ingersoll-Rand 15T-4@21 C.F.M. Capable of filling to 3500 P.S.I. |
| Live Game Wells | Built in in transom for game storage. |
| Gear Storage | Kayak rack for storing kayaks, paddleboards, and surfboards off the deck. |
| Stern Compartment | Used for Wetsuit Drying Room, Game Freezing, Clothes Dryer |
| Exits | Port, Starboard, and Bow exits for easy water entry. Mask rinsers at each exit. |
| Chase Boat | 16 foot Caribe with 40 HP Honda 4-stroke outboard. |
| Water Boarding | State of the
art ramp at stern for easy boarding
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and drag down to lower the swim step
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| Dive area | All offshore Islands of Southern California. Primary destination of Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel Islands. Other Islands visited are Catalina, Santa Barbara, San Clemente, San Nicolas, and Cortez Banks. |
| Cost | Individual prices vary depending on charteree. All multi day trips include all meals, snacks, beverages (excluding alcoholic), and air refills |
| Owner | Glen Fritzler, Truth Aquatics Inc. |
| Address | 301 West Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3886 USA |
| Phone | 805-962-1127 or 805-963-3564 |
| Fax | 805-564-6754 |
| Web | www.truthaquatics.com |
| info@truthaquatics.com | |
| Calendar | Vessel operates year-round. Check our calendar or call 805-962-1127 |
We recommend that you use the bunk diagrams for assigning bunks to your passengers. You may also want to consider that only paid reservations will insure individuals a reserved bunk. Pillows, blankets, curtains, reading lights and storage for personal belongings are provided.

A printable version is available here. The bunk diagram can either be brought to the boat, or it can be faxed to 805-564-6754 and be placed on the boat for you.