New Model: Fairline 53 Squadron

It was a long time coming for the Fairline 53 Squadron, and ultimately the new model ended up being bit different to the project presented in 2015.  A lot of things have changed since then at Oundle, but the most important is that the British boat builder is run by new dedicated owners nowadays, and they have a present and future plan.  This new 53 Squadron is based on the 50 launched in 2012 and is one of the most versatile flybridge motor yachts ever to come from Fairline, if not from a British boat builder.  Selections for the buyer are endless; two flybridge decks, four main deck, and four lower decks choices.  Custom and semi custom words are very much abused words since boat building became a production entity rather then a build to order one, solely in most cases because you could choose the color of some curtains.  But here we are looking at a lot of versatility to suit different owners needs.  For this alone I do think the Fairline 53 Squadron is above most of its competition in the sixteen meter size, but also a step in the right direction for the British boat builder.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.92 m (55.6ft) incl pulpit

LOA - 16.3 m

Beam - 4.52 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 21000 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 2412 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or seven berths in four cabins, one crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 Volvo D11 675hp, D11 725hp, Cats C12.9 850hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max with Volvo 675hp, 32 knots max with Volvo 725hp, 34 knots with Cats 850hp

Hull Shape - planning Vee with deep forward section and closing at 12.9 degrees aft

Construction - resin infused cored hull with PVC core and isophtalic gel coat

Project - Fairline Design Team

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Project: Fairline 43 Targa Open

Fairline announce the project for the Targa 43 Open, a completely new design starting from a blank sheet of paper by Italian designer, Alberto Mancini. The partnership between the Italian designer and British boatyard, which began with the Targa 63 GTO, has created an instantly recognizable sleek hull shape with effortless styling, showcasing the direction of Fairline future.  The new Targa 43 Open, of which ten models were sold during the first day of the London Boat Show 2017, will have the same innovative, versatile, light, bright and stylish feel of the Targa 63 GTO. The luxurious sports cruiser will feature a choice of either twin Volvo Penta 370hp or 435hp engines with IPS pod propulsion, which is expected to achieve max speeds around the mid thirty knots.

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New Model: Fairline 53 Targa Open

Fairline launch the new Targa 53 Open, a sport yacht which features uninterrupted entertaining above decks with a single level teak floor from cockpit to companionway. The 53 Targa Open is a further development of the 50 Targa and Squadron hull with a complelete redesigned interior and extension to lenght aft.  The 53 Targa Open is very similar to the GT patio door enclosed hard top with the main difference coming on the all open main deck.  The Targa 53 Open is available as both a two or three cabins configuration.  The cockpit boasts a spacious three person sun bed above the tender garage this feature not feature on the GT, a large U-shaped cockpit seating with a wet bar opposite and spacious companion seating across from the helm. The Targa 53 Open is powered by twin Volvo 675hp engines in standard or optional 725hp units.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.92 m (55.6ft) incl pulpit

Hull Length - 16.3 m

Beam - 4.52 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 19.1 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 2412 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, or 4 berths in two cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 675hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max with 675hp, 32 knots max with 725hp

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 12.5 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - Resin infused cored hull with isophtalic gel coat and resin

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Improve-it = Fairline 65 Squadron

New spirit at Fairline means that the company is more attentive to the market, and so the Oundle based British boat builder heads to the Cannes boat show with the presentation for a new flybridge hard-top option for its current most popular best selling Squadron model the 65. It is an important option, which has worked well with Fairline's long standing 78 Squadron flagship, and should prove popular also on the 65.  The hard-top covers a large portion of the 65 Squadron flying bridge and will have a canvas sliding roof, and adjustable mood lighting. 

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Project: Fairline 62 Targa GTO

The Targa 62 GTO is the first of the new generation of models from Fairline featuring the design of Italian Alberto Mancini, with naval architecture by renowned Dutch firm Vripack.  The Sport Yacht is currently in the final modelling stages with production set to begin coming autumn 2016 and customer deliveries expected in the summer of 2017. Mancini’s influence is clearly evident in the Targa 62 GTO, resulting in a sleeker look for Fairline and an evolution of the recent British builder styling.  The Targa 62 GTO is designed to suit Fairline’s varied global client base, offering complete flexibility of layout with a multitude of options to suit each individual customer. For example, there are three different galley arrangements, allowing clients to choose the best configuration to suit their needs. A choice of long cockpit or saloon variants, the former offering large outdoor space, the latter for those where air conditioned interior space is more important. Maximizing space and comfort are the key features of the Targa 62 GTO with every centimeter optimized. Regardless of specification, owners will find a large saloon and cockpit as well as an impressive full-beam master cabin with adjoining full-beam en-suite. The boat features a large sliding, glazed sunroof and powered patio doors that disappear through the cockpit floor transforming the main deck and adding to the overall sense of space and light.  As well as ensuring the sea-keeping and handling qualities that Fairline is known for, Vripack focused heavily on minimizing noise and vibration levels throughout the boat. This, in conjunction with Fairline’s proven monocoque construction, maximizes on board comfort for all.  More details for the Fairline 62 Targa GTO, as engine choices, and exact layout details will be given during the fall 2016 boat shows.

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Project: Fairline 53 Targa Open

Fairline are currently finding its balance again, and here the British World famous name returns into producing new models and project.  Set for launch in coming September 2016 the 53 Targa Open is the second evolution of the 53 GT as presented at  the Southampton in 2015.  As a striking difference to the GT the Targa 53 Open will feature uninterrupted entertaining above decks with a single level teak floor from cockpit to companionway. The boat incorporates a beautifully tapered hull glazing which emphasizes the dynamic character of the Targa concept and ensures that the spacious master cabin, lower galley and saloon below, are filled with natural light. Customers are also able to choose between a two or three cabin configuration that best suits their individual requirements.  The cockpit boasts a spacious three person sun bed above the tender garage, large ‘U’ shaped cockpit seating with a wet bar opposite and spacious companion seating across from the helm, the perfect arrangement for maximizing enjoyment on-board. The Targa 53 Open will offer a choice of three shaft driven engines; Volvo 675hp or 725hp, and or Cats 850hp. All engine offer a minimum fully loaded speed in excess of 30 knots and a range of at least 300 nautical miles. There will also be the option to add stabilization, with the boat accepting both fin and gyroscopic stabilizers offering the highest level of comfort on-board.

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New Model: Fairline 53 Targa GT

Launched in the final part of Summer 2015 the new Fairline 53 Targa GT is a boat filled with expectations and weight, before and and after its official presentation in Southampton.  Based on the 50 Targa GT, the 53 is the boat to take Fairline out of its recent decline, and become a prime model in its size. It will be interesting to see if we can say it did so in a couple of years.  The 50 Targa was filled with the same hope, and saw Fairline opting at the time for an owners forward room against the more desired full beam midships layout. The 53 goes back to recent basics and its interior layout will feature the full beam midships owners cabins.  The 53 also features a couple of interesting options from a galley up astern or down choice, to a day head option below.  Power for the 53 Targa GT will come from twin Volvo 675hp and 725hp units with line shaft propulsion.      

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.92 m (55.6ft) incl pulpit

Hull Length - 16.3 m

Beam - 4.52 m

Draft - 1.2 m

Displacement - 19500 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 2412 l

Water Capacity - 550 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 675hp, D11 725hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 30 knots max with 675hp, 32 knots max with 725hp

Hull Shape - modified Vee with 12.5 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - Resin infused cored hull with isophtalic gel coat and resin

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New Model: Fairline 38 Targa Shadow-S

This Fairline new model the 38 Targa Shadow-S could have been part of the Improve-it section in PowerYacht since this model is in short words a 38 Targa Open with a dark grey color, orange cushions, and more high quality materials inside. But since Fairline labels the Shadow-S as a new model we follow this decision. A lot of critics where born from the Shadow-S on the British forums, since the expectations of a new model and direction by Fairline always arise big talk between fans and people interested in the brand. To be fair to Fairline we have seen other builders doing much or less the same, since is not the first time we see builders changing a model name for the addition of a larger bathing platform, or a window profile change.  As they say in marketing the important is the talk on a brand, and surely with the 38 Targa Shadow-S Fairline managed that. At this point it will be interesting to see if Fairline will decide to introduce more high profile Shadow-S models of the other bigger Targas. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.43 m (40.9ft) with extended bathing platform

LOA - 12.13 m without bathing platform

Hull Length - 11.61 m

Beam - 3.64 m

Draft - 1.01 m

Displacement - 7.57 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 636 l

Water Capacity - 296 l

Accommodation - 4/5 + 2 berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 400hp

Propulsion - Volvo dual propeller stern drive

Speed - 44 knots max

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Project: Fairline 53 Targa GT

Fairline announce its latest Targa model, the 53 Targa GT which is currently in the middle of its development program. The new second size Targa is the next step forward in the long tradition of the Fairline sport cruiser and yacht design series, and is a further development of the current 50 series with a totally redesigned lower deck moving the master cabin from fore to amidships. The mid-ships master stateroom is complemented by a double guest VIP forward, and a versatile twin cabin to port. The cockpit and saloon accommodation has also been well thought through offering the choice of C or J style cockpit seating. An optional continental galley in the saloon compliments the main galley below and together with the glass entrance design delivers the perfect alfresco dining experience.  The Targa 53GT offers a choice of two shaft driven engine options from Volvo and Caterpillar as well as an optional crew cabin with its own window. The opportunity for stabilisation systems has not been forgotten either with a choice of either gyroscopic or fin stabilization providing another opportunity to customize your boat.

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Project: Fairline 53 Squadron

During the 2015 London boat show Fairline unveiled designs for two upcoming brand new 53 feet additions to its iconic range, built on a common platform and offering customers the design flexibility demanded by a global audience. Following the success of it’s 48 feet models, Fairline presented the project for a new 53 Squadron pictured above and a Targa Gran Turismo with both models incorporating styling cues, whilst also upholding the British builder best design traditions, featuring striking panoramic hull windows that perfectly complement the model’s hull form and maximize light inside the boat. The Squadron 53 feet will be shaft driven and allows customers to choose between gyroscopic and fin stabilization to ensure high levels of comfort, allowing owners and guests to relax on-board. 

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Improve-it = Fairline 78 Squardon Custom

Fairline recently presented an important update to the 78 Squadron Custom now available with an integrated fixed flybridge hard top surrounding an electric retractable canvas roof. The new roof brings a permanent structure to the already commanding flybridge, with large sunbathing area and plenty of space for open-air entertaining. The new hard top model recently concluded sea trials at Fairline's test facility in Ipswich. The first boat has already been handed over to her new owner and the second left the test facility last week. Fairline celebrated the launch of the one hundred 78 Squadron  model earlier this year at the London boat show. The original eleven year old flagship was first unveiled to the world in 2003 first as 74 Squadron, at a prestigious event near the Tower of London. The model was in 2007 updated as the 78 Squadron Custom, here the most visible change being extended up and down moving bathing platform, but more importantly a full customization set, this move increasing the success of the model twice fold. Since then the 78 Squadron Custom has become one of Fairline’s most successful and iconic motor yachts with a very loyal following. Since the custom move the 78 Squadron have received over ten thousand individual customization's, with some being very much an important change as the addition of fin stabilizers on some models.

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Project: Fairline Esprit

Fairline was pretty upbeat at the just ended 2014 London boat show presenting an innovative concept the Esprit. This concept is a revolution for most of the known brands and shows sustainable bio-diversification construction in a new light. Bio-derived epoxy resins with needle punched flax fibres are used in construction and the interior features ecoyarn upholstery fabrics, specially treated with a waterproofing plasma process. Recycled synthetic teak is used for the eSprit’s decking and the concept incorporates a solar panelled T-top that folds away to cover bow seating when not in use. The concept also showcases an ergonomically optimized interior and includes a multi functional Steering Position with paddle throttles and integral LED control display. This allows chart plotter, radar and system information to be displayed in the optimum viewing position.  Power options for the Fairline eSprit consist of a 400hp diesel engine, capable of 30 knots in diesel mode, coupled to an electric motor. Silent running or sustained low speed cruising is possible at 5 knots in electric mode. But the Fairline Esprit was also a new departure for the British boat builder who for the first time presented a sport cruiser with a powerboat feel to its overall design. This is something totally new from Fairline and would be interesting to see the response from the public about the Esprit if it goes into production.  

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New Model: Fairline 48 Targa GT

It's been an interesting year for Fairline which presented an important 48 model available in three different variants. The Fairline 48 is the second IPS model since the company presented the 44 Targa GT in 2007, and the first to be build with resin infusion method. Presented in the London show this January the new 48 Targa GT the enclosed hard top version is the last of these, and offers a similar plan to the Open version, with the main difference coming in the aft deck, and a longer more extended hard-top.  The aft deck of the 48 Targa Gran Turismo features no sun-pad but a spacious C-shaped settee replaces this. Unlike the Open the 48 Targa GT targets customers who want sport looks and a possibility to be on the water in rain or sun.

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.38 m (50.5ft)

LOA - 14.73 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 14.35 m

Beam - 4.33 m

Displacement - 13.28 t

Fuel Capacity - 1350 l

Water Capacity - 440 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, or 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 30 knots max

Construction - longitude and transverse moulded stringers, Polyurethane foam core for deck

Project - Fairline Design Team 

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New Model: Fairline 48 Squadron

Presented by Fairline in surprise at Southampton boat show, was the new 48 Squadron.  This last to come Fairline model is the second of the 48 hull platform, which launched in mid Summer with the Targa Open.  A 48 Targa GT with an enclosed hard top is next, with Fairline bringing three different models using same hull and similar layout below, all powered by Volvo IPS pods, and built with resin infusion technology.  The main difference here between the Targa Open and this 48 Squadron is the enclosed saloon in the main deck, and the flybridge up top.  As is usual form Fairline the Squadron offers a spacious flybridge, which you reach from the integrated stair case to port side.  Up top as is a standard since years now Fairline layout; large L-shaped settee, wet-bar to starboard and a dual seat helm station to port.  The saloon of the 48 Squadron offers a C-shaped settee, L-shape passenger settee to port side, and a helm to starboard.  The galley is located below, and opposite is a C-shaped dinette with the choice to have this as a twin bunk berth cabin.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.38 m (50.5ft)

LOA - 14.73 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 14.35 m

Beam - 4.33 m

Draft - 1.18 m

Displacement - 13.7 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 1350 l

Water Capacity - 440 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, or 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Construction - longitude and transverse moulded stringers, Polyurethane foam core for deck

Project - Fairline Design Team 

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Project: Fairline 75 Targa Gran Turismo

Billed as one of the most exciting models developed by Fairline to date, the 75 Targa Gran Turismo is due to be completed in late 2014 ahead of her world debut during the 2015 show season. Combining exceptional levels of exterior and interior space plus high performance and style, the new 75 Targa GT will showcase Fairline at its very best. As with all Fairline models, she will be developed and constructed using some of the most advanced technology available, and will be completed at the manufacturing facility in Oundle.  Boasting a beautifully appointed spacious saloon, she will offer luxurious seating, a TV with surround sound system along with Fairline’s renowned levels of refinement and quality. In the cockpit owners will enjoy an extended outdoor entertaining area including a wet bar, spacious lounging areas, a vast triple sun pad and a tender garage suitable for a Williams diesel jet tender. A submersible bathing platform is provided which can also be used to launch the tender. A first for Fairline, the foredeck offers a further entertaining area with seating, sunbathing and optional hot tub.  The 75 Targa Gran Turismo is available with a three or four cabin arrangement all with en suite. Each option enjoys a fabulous full-width master stateroom with feature windows to port and starboard, a king-size bed, dressing room, lounging area and bureau. This is complemented by a beautiful full beam master en suite with large walk-in shower, twin washbasins and toilet in separate compartment.  If the three cabin option is selected, owners will enjoy a grand galley below deck with integrated wine cooler, as well as washer and dryer. Those opting for the four cabin arrangement will also enjoy a beautifully appointed galley and will have the addition of a utility area in the aft cabin for white goods. Both options come complete with American style fridge freezer with icemaker, dishwasher, microwave oven, hob and plentiful storage space. The new Fairline Targa range flagship will be available with a comprehensive choice of interior and exterior upholstery fabrics, hand-crafted joinery and panels. She will be offered with twin Caterpillar C32 engines, with power options of 1622, 1825 and 1925hp, and is expected to reach speeds in excess of 32 knots with the base engines or towards 40 knots with the highest power offering.

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Project: Fairline 48 Targa GT

A further evolution of the new Fairline 48 hull, which is powered by IPS pods and is to be offered in three different variants; Targa Open, Targa GT, and Squadron.  The 48 Targa GT is very similar to the Open version, but while at it Fairline tweaked more the coach roof design, extended the hard top even further, and also created new side windows profile.  The main difference between this and the Open is that the main deck is divided in half by a two part patio door making the fore part a more cosy enclosed affair. For the rest the 48 Targa GT is similar to its other sister, with a layout choice of two or three cabins, and also a galley located below.  Power is twin Volvo 435hp with IPS pod drives.

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Project: Fairline 48 Squadron

Fairline has been very clever in its recent total new model adventure, placing out three designs with the use of one hull and all of these targeting different type customers uses and needs. The 48 Squadron as understood is based on the hull of the recently launched Targa Open, and soon to come Targa Gran Turismo of the same designation.  The 48 Squadron as has always been since the 62 launched with this name in the early nineties is a flybridge type cruiser.  This new Squadron also marks itself as being the first pod driven flybridge boat by Fairline. As expected this new Squadron is very similar in many regards to the other 48's from Fairline in the layout and external looks, with the main differences coming in the aft deck, and the spacious flybridge up top.  Since the past decade Fairline has often been credited of offering among the larger flybridges for size, and this seems to be again true with this new 48 Squadron.  Up top the 48 Squadron definitely scores points for the large L-shaped settee which can convert to a huge sun pad, which comes along with some other nice details as a wet bar, and forward facing settee alongside the dual seat helm station located to port.  Down below the offer is again for a choice of three double cabins, or two cabin plan with the double bunk berths replaced by an L-shaped saloon settee in the later plan.  The owners stateroom is a full beam amidships located with an en-suite shower head.  A galley is located below in between the cabins, which is a feature Fairline should rethink on the 48 Squadron considering how much astern kitchens have gained in popularity in recent times. Power for the 48 Squadron is twin Volvo 435hp engines with IPS pod drives.

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New Model: Fairline Targa 48 Open

A real nice new model from Fairline this is in small words the new Targa 48 Open.  This new model shows a couple of stints from Fairline, the first is the use of the word Open in the word designation which is something I think we will see more in future large Targa models without a patio door dividing the saloon from the aft deck.  The second is the return of the Volvo IPS pods on a Fairline model.  Fairline had the Targa 44 GT launched to high acclaim in 2007 with Volvo pod drives, only to be made a stern drive boat in the fall of 2009 up until the end of production in 2012.  The Targa 48 Open features a spacious main deck with a traditional layout of an aft sun pad able to accommodate a jet tender just short of three meters, a large C-shaped settee, an L-shaped lounger to port, and a helm station to starboard.  The Targa 48 definitely feels Open, when one for example opens all the electric canvas roof.  Down below the Targa 48 Open comes standard with a two cabins layout; having a full beam owners cabin amidships, and a VIP suite to fore which can become two single berths thanks to its scissor movement.  In between the cabins is a galley to port and an L-shaped saloon to starboard.  In case one opts for the three cabins version the saloon settee is replaced for a twin bunk berths cabin.  Power is twin Volvo 435hp with IPS600 forward looking pod drives.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.38 m (50.5ft)

LOA - 14.73 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 14.35 m

Beam - 4.33 m

Displacement - 12.7 t

Fuel Capacity - 1350 l

Water Capacity - 440 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, or 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Construction - longitude and transverse moulded stringers, Polyurethane foam core for deck

Project - Fairline Design Team 

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New Model: Fairline 60 Squadron

Fairline presents the new 60 Squadron, a further evolution of the 55 model presented in 2008, which became a 58 in 2011.   This model must have been one of the most evolutionized Fairline ever.  Nontheless the new 60 Squadron now measuring 63 feet over all, has some important changes which occur in the transom area.  That is a big new extended bathing platform, increased aft deck space, and a passarelle which can be ordered to be telescopic and invisible when not in use.  This last a feature not much to be found in yachts of this size, and with a high low bathing platform choice.  Inside Fairline keeps its very much appreciated layout of the very welcoming and comfortable split level main deck, and a lower cabin area having one of the most spacious full beam owners room in the category.  Power is from twin Volvo 800 or 900hp engines.  Speed numbers are not yet announced but I would imagine similar 32 knots speed with the big 900 units as the 58. 

Tech Data:

LOA - 19.35 m (63.5ft)

Beam - 4.85 m

Draft - 1.39 m unloaded inc props

Dispalcement - 23.5 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 2600 l

Water Capacity - 928 l

Accommodation - 6 guest berths in 3 cabin, 1 or 2 crew berths in 1 cabin

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 800hp, D13 900hp

Propulsion - line shafts in semi tunnel props

Hull Type - Vee shape with deep fore and medium 15.5 degrees aft

Construction - hand laid uni-directional, woven, and biaxial roving. Isophtalic gelcoat and resin with power pound mat.

Project - Bernard Olesinski, Fairline Design Team

Certification - CE

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New Model: Fairline 62 Targa GT

Fairline presents the new 62 Targa GT, the flagship of its very much known sport line series.  This new 62 Targa GT is a further development of the 2010 introduced 58 model and gives more to the Mediterranean user thanks to a stern extension; this adding a large central sun pad having tender garage underneath, plus a high low bathing platform.  This change also makes possible for the 62 versus the 58 to carry up to two well sized tenders.  The interior of the 62 Targa GT remains the same praised layout of a forward owners stateroom, and two guest cabins to midships.  Crew cabins is to fore, and Fairline as stated in the Project news is at this stage still thinking about the aft crew cabin option. Unless this is not so much a big job, I would leave it to customer preference and an optional. Living is all on the main deck.  Power is from twin Volvo 800hp up to MAN 1200hp.   

Tech Data:

LOA - 19.37 m (63.7ft)

Beam - 5.03 m

Draft - 1.31 m unloaded

Displacement - 24.6 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 2558 l

Water Capacity - 718 k

Accommodation - 6 guest berths in 3 cabins, 1 crew cabin berth

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 800hp, D13 900hp, MAN V8 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft in semi tunnels

Hull Type - Vee shape with spray deflectors and medium 17 degrees deadrise aft

Construction - hand laid gelcoat and glass fibre with unidirectional,woven, and biaxial rovings.  Isoftalic gelcoat and resin.

Project - Bernard Olesinski, Fairline Design Team

Certification - CE

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