September 21, 2009

Project: Viking 76 Convertible

Breaking new ground is a Viking trademark and at the company’s 810,000 square-foot facility on the Bass River in New Jersey, a short hop from Atlantic City. Another emerging chapter is underway with the construction of the new 76 Convertible, slated to premiere at the 2009 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. To be sure, the 76 Convertible has some big shoes to fill considering 45 Viking 74 Convertibles have been delivered since its introduction in 2004. With even a cursory glance, the Viking 76 Convertible’s profile is reason to pause. The raked stem is aggressive and its mission becomes instantly obvious. Similarities to the 82 Convertible, like its dramatic sheer line, the flush foredeck and a pair of fixed port lights which match lines of the hull are sweeping design statements that merge form and function. The wrap around black metallic mask provides a distinctive and distinguished look, which accents the flowing lines of the flying bridge. The 76 Convertible will be built as has been Viking experience in 22 years with fine end grain vacuum baged balsa, which is also included in the running surfaces i.e. bottom minus the through hull areas which will be solid glass to avioud corrosion. Inside the 76 Convertible will have two layouts, a standard double five cabin with heads plan, and an optional give cabin but with an extra double cross over berth to fore. Power is from twin Cats or MTU engines, which with the higher powered choice should give a max of about 40 knots, and a mid thirty cruise. Like all Vikings, it will be manufactured to order and provide its owner a one-of-a-kind sportfishing yacht built to the New Jersey builder exacting design to fish and cruise in comfort, luxury and safety.

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