Overview

Essex Yacht Sales gratefully acknowledges gracious permission from Grand Banks Yachts for the use of the photographs of DEFIANCE, except the first image.

DEFIANCE will be shown at The Connecticut Spring Boat Show, Essex Island, Essex, CT April 25-27, 2025. 

The 46 Eastbay SX brings the acclaimed performance, seakeeping, style and craftmanship of the storied Eastbay line - and then takes this much further, by adding Pod Drives. With joystick docking, enhanced efficiency, super quiet operation, and a range of intelligent innovations, this Eastbay is the definition of effortless grace, supremely competant under all conditions.  

 DEFIANCE, a 2012 Grand Banks 46 Eastbay SX (hardback) is a truly exceptional example of this fine motor yacht from a highly respected builder. She has been maintained by first-class yards under the watchful eye of her very knowledgeable owners, with great attention to all mechanical, electrical and aesthetic details, always with impeccable, yet simple, taste: "simply the best".

 DEFIANCE features two sumptuous Staterooms, two luxury Heads, Gourmet Galley down, Custom Granite Counter Tops throughout, full Utility room, a spacious Salon with natural leather settees, Teak Dining Table, Power Sunroof, and a large Cockpit with Wet Bar, integral seating and overhead Awning. 

Powered by low-hour, preferred twin Cummins 600 HP engines, with effortless Joystick control and "SkyHook" dynamic positioning, this 46SX offers unrivaled ease and comfort for Captain and Guests alike. DEFIANCE boasts a 2021 Garmin top-of-the-line electronics suite, SAT TV, Freedom Lift hydraulic tender lift, AB Center Console tender, trailer, and fully up to date servicing.

HIGHLIGHTED RECENT UPGRADES 

• Cockpit upholstery 2025
• Soft goods and bed covers 2025
• Bottom paint 2025
• Stanchions removed, toe rails 'wooded' and refinished with (9) coats of varnish 2024
• Pillow top interior-sprung custom super-luxury Mattresses 2023
• New premium-grade Leather upholstery on both salon settees 2023
• Custom carpeting in salon 2023
• Searchlight 2023
• Cockpit awning 2022
• Splendide Washer/Dryer 2022
• Tender model AB MARE 10VSX with Bimini top 2021
• Yamaha 30 HP outboard 2021
• Trailer 2021
• Hydraulic Freedom Lift for Tender 2021
• Complete Garmin Electronics Package 2021
• Icemaker 2021
• Decks painted (non-skid) 2021

Hull

• Heavily built, hand-laid, solid fiberglass Hull, with white gel coat, and epoxy barrier coat on the bottom
• Bottom paint, dark blue, 2025
• High density PVC foam, where cored  
• Flag Blue boot stripe 2021
• Gold cove stripe 2021
• Heavy duty vinyl Rub Rail with stainless steel cap
• Composite structural bulkheads
• Bronze alloy Seacocks 

Electronics

COMPLETE, INTEGRATED GARMIN SUITE 2021

• (2) Garmin 8616 16’’ MFD Touch Displays with BlueChart G3
• (2) Garmin GMI 20 4" Color Multi-data Displays
• Garmin AIS 800 class B Transceiver (transmits and receives AIS data)
• Garmin GPS 38 AIS GPS Antenna
• Garmin GXM 54 Sirius/XM Weather with Satellite Radio receiver connected to stereo
• Garmin GPS 19X Antenna for enhanced position information
• Garmin Fantom 24 24" Dome 40W MotionScope™ Doppler dual range color Radar
• MotionScope™ technology uses the Doppler effect to detect and highlight targets moving toward you or away in different colors
• Garmin VHF 315 marine full feature VHF, with NOAA Aerts, and DSC (digital select calling)
• (2) Garmin GC 10 Video Cameras
• MFD integration with Video camera system (engine room, and aft facing)
• Garmin USB compact card reader
• (2) Digital 529-VW 8' 6dB gain premium marine VHF Antennas
• Aigean LD700 Dual Band multi input/output wireless bridge
• Linksys Nighthawk AC 2200 tri-band nd multi input/output Wi-Fi high power router
• Integration with Autopilot
• FLIR: integration with FLIR system
• Newmar PA 30W marine grade, waterproof Loud Hailer
• Ritchie Compass: flush mounted on top of electronics console

ENTERTAINMENT

• KVH TV3 14.5" Marine Satellite TV System
• KVH TV3 dummy dome
• DTV H24 Satellite Receiver with remote
• Samsung 18" TV in VIP Stateroom 
• 'Pop-up' TV in Salon, on electric lift
• Bose stereo system
• (4) Speakers and Subwoofer in Salon
• (2) All-Weather Speakers in Cockpit

Mechanical and Tankage

• 11.5kW Cummins/Onan Quiet 4-cylinder Generator with Sound shield, 1,800 RPM, 60Hz type MDKBM serial number B11093950 e-QD Series 
• Exhaust with gas/water separator for lowest noise
• (2) Engine-driven Alternators 
• Dometic tropical grade reverse cycle Heat and A/C: (2) 24,000 BTU/hr and (1) 16,000 BTU/hr, Compressors are installed in the engine room for quietest operation, all units replaced 2021 
• Dual Trumpet Air horn, AFI Marine
• (2) 4D AGM Lifeline Engine Start Batteries,12V, 210Ah, in fiberglass boxes 2024
• (2) 8D AGM Lifeline House Batteries, 12V, 255Ah, in fiberglass boxes 2021
• (1) Group 24 AGM Lifeline Generator Start Battery, 12V, 105Ah, in fiberglass box 2021
• Mastervolt ChargeMaster 12/100-3, 12V, 100A battery charger, with 3 ouputs for 3 banks of batteries. Automatic, global input voltage and frequency 2024
• Battery condition indicator at electrical panel
• Battery disconnect switches, remote motorized
• Battery paralleling, dual sensing Voltage Sensitive Relay, 300A
• Bonding system: zinc anodes, on raw water cooling systems and heat exchangers
• (3) Seafire Marine Carbon Monoxide detectors: in sleeping areas and salon 2021
• (3) Fire Alarms linked 2021 
• 12VDC outlet at helm 
• AC/DC Distribution panels with digital meters
• Hella Marine Engine room LED lights, 12VDC, 
• Engine room ventilation: (2) fans
• Shurflo Pressurized Freshwater system
• Prosafe Galvanic isolator
• Hella Marine LED Navigation lights
• Duplex 120VAC Outlets throughout, with GFCI protection
• Glendinning Cablemaster, shore power inlet aft: 1 x 50A, 75-ft. white cord
• Tank monitoring: gauges for fuel and water tanks, display at helm Smart Switch TD4000
• Seaward Water heater: 120VAC, 20 gallons capacity, type H-2050W 
• Exalto Windshield wipers: washers, intermittent-low-medium-high speeds, electronic touch control panel, 
• Wiring: marine-grade tin-plated copper
• Searchlight with helm control 2023 
• Splendide Combination Washer/Dryer 2022
• Icemaker 2021
• Underwater lights

Electrical

• 11.5kW Cummins/Onan Quiet 4-cylinder Generator with Sound shield, 1,800 RPM, 60Hz type MDKBM serial number B11093950 e-QD Series 
• Exhaust with gas/water separator for lowest noise
• (2) Engine-driven Alternators 
• Dometic tropical grade reverse cycle Heat and A/C: (2) 24,000 BTU/hr and (1) 16,000 BTU/hr, Compressors are installed in the engine room for quietest operation, all units replaced 2021 
• Dual Trumpet Air horn, AFI Marine
• (2) 4D AGM Lifeline Engine Start Batteries,12V, 210Ah, in fiberglass boxes 2024
• (2) 8D AGM Lifeline House Batteries, 12V, 255Ah, in fiberglass boxes 2021
• (1) Group 24 AGM Lifeline Generator Start Battery, 12V, 105Ah, in fiberglass box 2021
• Mastervolt ChargeMaster 12/100-3, 12V, 100A battery charger, with 3 ouputs for 3 banks of batteries. Automatic, global input voltage and frequency 2024
• Battery condition indicator at electrical panel
• Battery disconnect switches, remote motorized
• Battery paralleling, dual sensing Voltage Sensitive Relay, 300A
• Bonding system: zinc anodes, on raw water cooling systems and heat exchangers
• (3) Seafire Marine Carbon Monoxide detectors: in sleeping areas and salon 2021
• (3) Fire Alarms linked 2021 
• 12VDC outlet at helm 
• AC/DC Distribution panels with digital meters
• Hella Marine Engine room LED lights, 12VDC, 
• Engine room ventilation: (2) fans
• Shurflo Pressurized Freshwater system
• Prosafe Galvanic isolator
• Hella Marine LED Navigation lights
• Duplex 120VAC Outlets throughout, with GFCI protection
• Glendinning Cablemaster, shore power inlet aft: 1 x 50A, 75-ft. white cord
• Tank monitoring: gauges for fuel and water tanks, display at helm Smart Switch TD4000
• Seaward Water heater: 120VAC, 20 gallons capacity, type H-2050W 
• Exalto Windshield wipers: washers, intermittent-low-medium-high speeds, electronic touch control panel, 
• Wiring: marine-grade tin-plated copper
• Searchlight with helm control 2023 
• Splendide Combination Washer/Dryer 2022
• Icemaker 2021
• Underwater lights

Pod Drive Benefits

The Cummins/Zeus package provides many benefits: a fully integrated propulsion, transmission and steering system, with advanced computer control. 

Operating benefits:

• Enhanced use of hull space, gaining a Utility Room
• Improved safety and convenience with fewer steps on the vessel
• Quiet operation with unobtrusive underwater exhaust
• Quiet operation with no engine hatch in the Salon, and a solid sole
• Engine service technicians do not need to enter the Salon
• Low vibration, with no long propeller shaft
• Sky Hook® dynamic positioning, holds station autonomously
• Effortless joystick docking, including moving ahead, astern, abeam, and yawing about the vessel’s axis
• Improved efficiency offering higher speed and lower fuel consumption
• Reduced draft with smaller diameter propellers

Pods eliminate all equipment listed below = Reduced Maintenance:

• No Primary mufflers: underwater exhaust via the pod reduces noise and saves space in the engine room
• No Bow or stern thrusters, and associated zincs, batteries and charger, reduced drag
• No Rudders, rudder actuator, rudder posts, zincs, rudder bearings and seals
• No Autopilot actuator, and associated hydraulic systems or separate autopilot controls. (These are integrated into the Zeus controller)
• Reduced need for critical engine alignment, jack shaft is connected via a U-joint
• No Underwater propeller shafts and zincs
• No Dripless shaft seals or packings
• No Shaft logs 
• No Cutlass bearings
• No Struts

Maintenance

Annual servicing: hauling the boat, oil sampling and analysis, changing the oil, replacing anodes, checking the seals, checking the heat exchangers. (For full details refer to the Zeus service manual)

Deck and House

• AB MARE 10VSX RIB center console tender with Bimini top
• Hydraulic Freedom Lift for tender 2021
• Yamaha 30HP 4-cycle 3-cylinder, 6-valve O/B, EFI, Model F30LA S/N 1004812 2022 (under 20 hr.)
• Trailer
• Durable molded fiberglass hull for enhanced stability and superior handling, Hypalon tubes
• Custom Canvas Cover for tender 2022
• Windlass: 12VDC, vertical gypsy and capstan, low profile, Maxwell VWC1500  
• Ultra Marine stainless steel Anchor (77lb) mirror polished, with stainless steel swivel shackle
• 260' galvanized chain 
• Spare anchor and rode
• Anchor chain locker self-draining  
• Anchor platform: stainless steel, single stainless steel roller
• Wide, safe, side Decks, non-skid, Awlgrip, "Moondust" 2021
• Stainless steel grab rails
• Double-braced sturdy safety rails 1 1/8" diameter high-grade stainless steel
• Hardtop, non-skid, white Awlgrip
• 'Pop-up' fender cleats at cockpit coaming  
• Oversized mooring cleats
• Hella Marine Courtesy lights LED
• Deck fills: fuel, water and waste pump out, at side decks
• Burgee and Ensign Staffs varnished teak, with stainless steel holders at bow and stern
• Foredeck lockers: port and starboard
• Freshwater washdown: with quick disconnect outlet, at bow, including one hose and spray nozzle
• Mast: aluminum, painted, fixed, low profile on fiberglass base, with radar bracket, spreaders
• Navigation light boards: varnished teak, port and starboard  
• Rub rail: heavy-duty vinyl, stainless steel insert profile
• Saltwater washdown: with outlet at bow complete with fittings, hose and spray nozzle
• Man Ship Skylight stainless steel hatches
• Swim ladder: stainless steel, collapsible/sectional, mounted under swim platform  
• Teak swim platform, 35" 
• Teak trims
• Toe rail: varnished teak 2024
• Windows - Salon: opening, with screens, port and starboard
• Windows: tinted tempered glass at salon sides, clear tempered glass at salon front, fritted, bonded in place
• Windshield: center opening, tempered glass, with electric actuator
• Electric Sunroof
• Hardback back, (no canvas), with secure door
• Docklines and Fenders

Cockpit

• Icemaker 2021 
• Wet bar counter top 43" x 16" to port
• Insulated cooler with drain to starboard
• Counter top 22" x 16" to starboard
• Transom Settee 79" wide with cushions, under seat storage and canvas cover. 
• Aft facing Settee 34" wide to starboard
• Cockpit upholstery 2025
• Solid teak cockpit deck, epoxy bonded, TDS System
• Pop-up dinghy cleats, at each corner of swim platform

Helm

• STIDD helm seat: Admiral Low Back, with deluxe chrome package, cupholder and multiway adjustments
• Teak-rimmed stainless steel ship's wheel
• Wide companion Helm seat to port
• Teak chart locker to port 
• Teak electronics console and instrument panel
• Clean, uncluttered layout for safe operation and reduced visual cluttter
• Teak electronics overhead console with removable panels

Salon

• Solid cabin sole with no hatch or access to the engine compartment, for significantly reduced sound
• Engine mechanics have no need to enter the Salon 
• Webasto power sunroof with retractable blind and screen
• Custom 2-panel single hinged aft door, with interior teak inlay, retractable screens, and security lock
• Quarter-round safety glass aft windows
• Powered opening center windshield
• Windows: opening, with screens, port and starboard
• Custom table with electric hi-lo pedestal and filler for berth conversion, with maple inlay, 24" x 29" 
• Leather Settee to port: U-shaped, under-seat storage drawers, 69" x 43" convertible to berth 2023
• Leather Settee to starboard: straight, under-seat storage drawers, 77" wide 2023
• TV cabinet with powered TV lift 
• Custom carpeting 2023
• OceanAire accordion blinds and fabric curtains

Galley

• Princess Gourmet Glass Cooktop: 120VAC, (3) burners 
• Countertops: Granite "Giallo Topazio" with backsplash guard, varnished teak fiddles  
• Exhaust fan
• Grohe single lever faucet, pull-out head with hose
• Extensive teak storage lockers
• Sharp Microwave/convection oven, 120VAC 60Hz, Model R930CS, 1,5 Cu ft, 900W with 4-Way convection system that browns, bakes, broils and crisps
• Coolmatic Refigerator with freezer compartment 12VDC/120VAC
• Coolmatic top loading freezer 12VDC/120VAC

Utility Room

• Extra bonus room with access from salon/galley area
• Hatch with gas lift
• Aluminum ladder with teak treads
• Exhaust fan
• Vitrifrigo C110 BT front-loading Freezer, 3.8 cu ft, 12VDC/120VAC
• Splendide Combination washer/dryer
• Extensive storage for extended cruising
• Teak slat sole, natural

VIP Suite

VIP Stateroom

• Queen Island Berth: 6"10" long x 5'5" width (max), with underberth storage drawers  
• Bedcover 2025
• Interior-sprung Mattress: inner spring, 9 1/2" thickness, including pillow top with 2" memory foam 2023
• Cabinets: storage throughout
• Cedar-lined Hanging locker, with interior light
• Ports: stainless steel, opening, smoked glass, with screens
• (2) Reading lights, 12VDC
• Man Ship smoked Skylight hatch and emergency egress, with Oceanair screen and shade

En-Suite VIP Head / Shower

• Vanity with above and below counter storage
• Countertops: Granite "Giallo Topazio"
• Sink: under-mount, porcelain with Grohe single lever faucet
• Mirror above sink
• Exhaust fan
• Port: stainless steel, opening, smoked glass, with screen
• Shower stall: fully enclosed, plexiglass doors, with teak slats in shower pan
• Grohe Shower mixer faucet, hand-held
• Shower drain: Whale Gulper 320 pump, 12VDC
• Man Ship, smoked Skylight hatch, with OceanAir screen and shade
• SeaLand freshwater Vacuflush head

Guest Suite

Guest Stateroom

• Twin Berths, each 6'9" x 3' 0"
• Mattresses: interior-sprung, pillow top with memory foam 2023
• Bedcovers 2025
• Storage below
• Hanging locker: teak, cedar-lined, interior light
• Teak Night table, with drawer, between berths
• Stainless steel, opening port, smoked glass, with screen  
• (2) Reading lights, 12VDC, LED

Guest Head/ Day Head / Shower with En-Suite access 

• Sink: under-mount, porcelain with Grohe, single lever faucet
• Countertops: Granite "Giallo Topazio"
• Cabinets: under-counter storage
• Mirror: above sink
• Exhaust fan
• Port stainless steel, opening, smoked glass, with screen  
• Shower stall: combined with head, teak slats in shower pan  
• Shower drain: Whale Gulper 320 pump, 12VDC
• Grohe Shower mixer faucet, hand-held
• Man Ship, smoked Skylight hatch, with Oceanair screen and shade
• SeaLand freshwater Vacuflush head

General Interior Design Features

• Classic Grand Banks design style throughout, with premium teak and hardware throughout
• Grand Banks renowned craftmanship, with great attention to detail
• Satin marine varnish finish to interior teak 
• Layout: salon with U-settee to port, straight settee to starboard; helm seat and companion seat; galley down to port, two staterooms: forward VIP suite with en-suite head & shower, guest stateroom, day head/shower to starboard; utility room below
• Teak Cabin doors, with raised panels, polished chrome lock sets  
• Teak Cabinet furniture, raised panels
• Teak-faced Drawers, with positive locks
• Grab rails: teak bars, stainless steel fittings  
• Hardware: stainless steel and chrome
• Headlining: vinyl panels, foamed back, removable with Fast Mount System  
• Teak hull ceiling sides
• Canalupi reading lights at all berths
• Teak and Holly sole throughout, except Utility Room and Heads
• Companionway steps: teak with anti-slip custom rubber traction strips
• Switches & outlets: Vimar modular system, bronze covers
• OceanAire Window treatments: accordion blinds and fabric curtains

Safety Equipment

•  (6) Type I-U.S.C.G. PFD
• (1) Type IV-U.S.C.G. throw cushion
• (4) ABC size I 2.5 lb. dry chemical fire extinguishers
• Automatic Fireboy system
• AIS
• Flares
• Audible Warning
• Flashing Light
• Carbon Monoxide detectors

Dsiclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.