September 18, 2008

New Model: Hatteras 56 Motor Yacht

Presented as a project a year ago legendary yacht builder Hatteras launched the latest member to its fleet, the new 56 Motor Yacht during it's own Yacht Expo held in the end of May in New Bern. Smallest in size of it's motor yacht range, this new Hatteras incorporates an original design, spacious interior and intuitive features that make this an ideal boat for the owner-operator representing a new entry-level product for the thousands of boat owners who aspire to own a Hatteras. Boaters the world over appreciate the advanced design and robust construction that sets Hatteras apart from the fleet. Like all Hatteras models, the 56 features a solid fiberglass hull bottom that includes beefy support for key areas such as the tunnels, shaft log and strut locations. Divinycell coring is infused into the hull sides, decks and superstructure to add stiffness and reduce weight. And the hull benefits from an advanced variable-deadrise design that utilizes large propeller tunnels to reduce draft and increase efficiency. The 56 Motor Yacht standard power is a pair of 705 hp Cummins QSM11s, installed in a V-drive configuration with the gearbox forward. This positions the engine room as far aft as possible and allows for more living space below. Combined with the boat's 18-foot 2-inch beam, this configuration gives the 56MY as much interior volume as many yachts in the mid-60-foot range. Powered by its standard engines, the 56 Motor Yacht is expected to achieve a cruising speed of 18 knots and top end of 21 knots. With her fuel tanks full, that provides a usable range of approximately 300 nautical miles. Optional 1,000-hp CAT C18s will push the 56 to a cruise of 26 knots and a top end of 29 knots. The 56MY features a three-stateroom, two-head arrangement that includes a 130 square-foot full-beam master stateroom amid ship, a VIP stateroom forward, and guest bunks to port. An optional arrangement provides for a private crew quarters with discreet access, in lieu of the third guest stateroom. Thanks to its impressive interior, innovative features and solid Hatteras-worthy construction, the 56 Motor Yacht stands ready to introduce a whole new group of boaters to the benefits of becoming a member of the Hatteras family.
Technical Data:
Length - 17.28 m (56.8ft)
Beam - 5.53 m
Draft - 1.37 m
Displacement - 38,555 kg
Fuel Capacity- 3406 l
Water Capacity - 946 l
Accommodation - 3 cabins with 2 heads
Engines - 2 x Cummins CMD QSM-11 705hp, CAT C18 1000hp
Speed - 29 knots max, 26 knots cruising

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