The Sabre range is a development of the style and comfort of the traditional "Downeast style" yacht blended with the performance of a contemporary motoryacht. Typical cruising speeds, with average weight conditions and sea state, are in the 20 knot range and top speeds, with average load conditions are between 25 and 30 knots depending on the model. Higher cruise and top end speeds are available on some models.

At low engine speeds, the Sabre range is very fuel efficient and at speeds of 8-10 knots, where typical trawler yachts operate, low speed gunkholing is a pleasure. But when conditions or time call for higher speeds, the performance of the Sabre deep-vee hulls truly comes into it's own.

In rough sea conditions, the spray rails and chines of Sabre hulls keep the deck and windshield dry.