In February Baglietto launched hull number C.10205 a 41 metre alloy built explorer Super Yacht in its Varazze shipyard in Italy. Named 'Natori' its exterior profile is a departure from traditional Baglietto looks, with tried and tested architect Francesco Paszkowski offering a less sleek and more fullish design. Interior have been styled by Banneberg design who created a decor with Italian and African touches. Accommodation is for 10 guests in five cabins, including a full-width master suite with its own private en suite full beam his and hers bathroom. On the lower deck there are a further two twin cabins, one with a Pullman berth, and two full beam double VIP cabins. Power is twin 2800hp MTU engines, which give a cruising speed of 16 knots.
Technical Data:
LOA - 41.8 m (137.1ft)
Beam - 8.50 m
Draft - 2.20 m
Accommodation - 10 guests, 8 crew berths
Engines - 2 x 2800hp MTU
Speed - 16 knots cruising
Material - aluminium
Design - Francesco Paszkowski exterior, Bannenberg interior
Traditional lobster yachts have received a tremendous boost of attention and success in recent years, with Italian, French, Turkish and British builders jumping to offer their version to the original United States Maine New England status symbol boat. Founded in 1928 Hinckley has been at the forefront of this design being the original builder of the lobster boat back in the nineteen thirties. PowerYachtBlog May 2009 Boat Review takes a more insider view at the Hinckley Power Yacht flagship, with the beautiful and timeless T55 Talaria launched in 2005.
Accommodation
Hinckley T55 Talaria accommodation is all about offering spacious spaces and satisfying as much as possible its customer needs with four different lower deck plans all concentrated on the second cabin area. The T55 welcomes you inside trough its sliding patio door to the saloon with a c-shaped settee to starboard, two relaxing sofas to port side, and dual seated helm station to starboard.
The lower deck below is dedicated to the cabins, heads, and galley located mid ship to starboard. The owner cabin with its en-suite shower head is a spacious full beam affair, but not mid ship located with its queen size berth also surprising for looking aft versus the normal way of looking to fore. Standard guest cabin area located to starboard can have four different choices: twin single berths, office, c-shaped settee, and a double berth. The guests or day head is located to port side adjacent to the galley and in front of the three stairs which bring you from the main to the lower deck. Performance
With Hamilton jet drives propelling the T55 Talaria, Hinckley's flagship offers a super handling and steer ability unmatchable in its size not only to similar traditional yachts but also to more aggressive looking sport yachts. Performance is also the best of its category with the bigger Cats C18 engines choice giving a maximum speed of 38 knots and a 30 knot cruise. The other smaller standard twin Cats 800hp will give a 33 knots max and 26 knots cruising. For tight marina manoeuvring the T55 also has the Jetstick which make the difficult stuff all look so easy. Another winner for the T55 is also its draft of only 0.89 metres which will take you where similar sized boats can never go. If you think jets are not for you the T55 is also offered with optional propeller drives, which should give less speeds and a deeper draft.
Positive
super jet drive handling performance
easy joystick use
various interior layouts
Negative
cockpit side deck connection
no three cabin option
Competition
Competition in the Traditional Yacht series have increased a lot in recent years with many builders especially Italian ones jumping on the Lobster Boat design wagon and offering a different view how this should be made in the new millennium. Whats interesting that most of these designs look different to the other. If you like a lot the traditional Hinckley I would say have a look to the slightly bigger Grand Banks Eastbay SX, Sabre Saloon Express, and the Turkish cold molded built Vicem Classic Series. If more modern looks are your thing have a look at the Italian builds Franchini, Mochi, Solare with Abati and Estensi giving a good compromise between old and new. Still with all said the T55 Talaria is unbeatable for handling and performance thanks to the Jet propulsion and 38 knots of max speeds. Competition criteria is based for 16 to 17 metres of LOA and two or three cabin interior.
Abati Yachts 55 Portland - traditional, 3 cabins 3 heads all separate entrance
Grand Banks 55 Eastbay SX - two or three cabin option, 17 m + 34 knots max
Estensi 540 Goldstar S - 3 guests 2 crew cabins classic topsides with modern stern
Franchini 55 Emozione - modern! 2 or 3 cabins, 17 m 34 knots max
Mochi 54 Dolphin Sun Top Version - 7 guests berths in 3 cabins + 1 crew modern!
Sabre 52 Saloon Express - double stateroom plan, another US contender
Solare 52 Lobster - 34 knots max with twin 670hp, 3 cabins + 1 crew
Vicem V54 Classic Series - Turkish cold mold built available in 2 or 3 cabins
WILD CARD: Nordic Tugs 49 - Explorer yacht 16 metres 16 knots
Conclusion
Hinckley T55 Talaria is the flagship and symbol of its traditional yacht range, and manages to look timeless classic testifying this legendary boat builder glorious past. Hinckley also does not sleep on its successful past and moves ahead setting the future in motion with three exclusive items you want find on other boats traditional or not. First is the super solid Scrimp e-glass construction method giving a life time guarantee for solidity, second is the Hamilton jet drives which give a super handling on the dime, and last the joystick command which unites the thrusters to the drives making marina manoeuvring easy. While the joystick is common used today with the pods, when the T55 was introduced in 2005 it was a unique affair of the renowned US builder, presenting its exclusive patented Jetstick in 1998.
Technical Data
LOA. 16.84 metres (55.3 ft)
Length Waterline. 15.54 metres
Beam. 5.41 metres
Draft. 0.89 metres
Displacement. 24.947 kg
Fuel Capacity. 4542 litres
Water Capacity. 757 litres
Max Persons. 12
Accommodation. 4 + 2 berths, 6 + 2 berth
Engines. 2 x Cats 800hp, C18 1000hp
Propulsion. Hamilton HJ403 Water Jets, optional propeller drives
Speed. max 38 knots, cruise 30 knots with Caterpillar C18
Range. 400 nautical miles
Hull Shape. vee hull with sixteen degrees dead rise aft
Project. Bruce King, Hinckley
Construction. Dual Guard Scrimp E-Glass Composite with Vinylester resins
A project from Italian builder Enterprise Marine, which continues to upgrade its line made up of flybridge cruisers and yachts from 42 up to 60 feet. This new EM 490 project will be the second in size model from the Adriatic sea based builder, and takes a lot of the design element from the 2008 introduced EM 600 model. The plans of the EM 490 show a spacious boat and surprisingly it does not include a full beam cabin, choosing a traditional three cabins two head layout with the master stateroom with en-suite head to fore, and VIP cabin located mid ship port side looking of a relatively similar size. There is also a fully equipped crew cabin aft. The upper saloon looks also spacious offering a c-shaped settee for relaxing, galley, helm station to port side, and a forward c-shaped settee for dining. Power will be twin 590hp diesel engines with Enterprise Marine estimating top speeds of about 32 knots.
Donzi Marine presents limited edition 009 version for the 35 ZR made to commemorate Don Aronow racing contributions in the nineteen sixties. On the 35 ZR 009 Limited Edition, Donzi employs a custom boat building approach, resulting in a lightweight racing cabin which features an open, airy design incorporating two removable coolers in lieu of a fiberglass galley, a concealed portable marine head instead of an enclosed head compartment, and a large forward storage area in place of a v-berth. Non-essential components have been removed, the boat’s center of gravity has been moved aft, and overall weight has been reduced by over 300 lbs, compared to the standard 35 ZR, resulting in enhanced performance, a more agile feel, and near-perfect balance. Only twelve 35 ZR 009s will be offered, so if you want to own an exclusive fast machine better to hurry up.
Australia’s Riviera, has launched its revolutionary new 5800 Sport Yacht in preparation for her official unveiling at the 2009 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The new 5800 Sport Yacht, has many interesting luxury features like a three or four cabin option including full beam master stateroom with midships king size bed, option of a galley in the saloon or below decks, an expansive cockpit with large dining table, and a garage that can accommodate a 3.2 metre tender. There is even the option of crew quarters or a large storage space forward of the engine room. Further to the recent bad news surrounding Riviera, CEO John Anderson and Deloitte Receiver Chris Campbell declared business as usual and all deposits on new new boats will be secured. Receivers also backed the show display and an exciting new product line to be announced at the Show. The 5800 Sport Yacht will be the centrepiece of the largest on-water display at the Show, covering nearly 4,000 square metres. The 5800 Sport Yacht design further expands the indoor-outdoor character and sense of light and space introduced on the first award-winning 3600 Sport Yacht, carried on to the 4700SY and 4400SY. The greater volume has allowed designers to take both exterior lines and internal design to a new level of sophistication to create even more visual appeal. Standard power is triple Volvo 435hp engines, the renowned Swedish builder forward facing duo propeller IPS pod drives giving better efficiency and easy to use manoeuvring thanks to the joystick. With a fuel capacity of 2,650 litres, the efficient drive system helps provide a long cruising range for this boat of about 450 nautical miles at 22knots.
Finnish builder Aquador presents the project of its largest boat to date, the 33 HT which promises to be loaded with first-rate amenities, be powerful, and surprise for its accommodation which can support a large party for leisurely comfort on long excursions. Aquadors upcoming 33 HT prestige wants also to successfully blend the attributes of both hardtop and walk around boats to enhance its inshore and offshore capabilities. Of interest is its six berth accommodation with a two cabin layout, with two separated double berths located mid ship, and a convertible to double vee shaped saloon located to fore. Power is from twin engines from up to a total of 600hp.
Gagliotta the Naples builder presents the new 35 Lobster model, a departure from its current four model line of sport cruisers and yachts from 32 up to 52 feet. Many new Italian builders have jumped on traditional boat designs, so Gagliotta being an old name associated in fast type cruisers is interesting to see how it performs with this new medium sized 35 Lobster model. For the project the Italian Neapolitan builder entrusted none the less then top design team Rolf & Vrolijk winners of of the 31st and 32Nd edition of the Americas Cup with Swiss team Alinghi. The 35 Lobster spaces are all about tradition, and it offers an outside under the hard top galley, and interior accommodation with a settee, vee shaped berth to fore and separate shower head. Power is from twin Volvo 260hp, which give top speeds of 33 knots and cruising at 28 knots. Technical Data:
LOA - 11 m (36ft)
Waterline Length - 9.89 m
Beam - 3.28 m
Draft - 0.67 m
Displacement - 7400 kg
Fuel Capacity - 540 l
Water Capacity - 310 l
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 260hp
Speed - 33 knots max, 28 knots cruising
Construction - vinylester resins in cored sandwich construction
Project - Rolf & Vrolijk
Australian boat builder Maritimo presents the project of two further upcoming models to join its existing range of cruisers and yachts. The first of these pictured above is the A60 Aegean Enclosed, and this is a three, closed upper bridge version for the A60 Aegean Flybridge model presented in 2008. With the enclosed bridge the A60 Aegean Enclosed takes a whole new dimension and modifies all the interior plan versus the model on which it is based. The main deck presents a different more spacious saloon, now with twin spacious l-shaped settees, galley aft and an internal staircase leading to the third deck. Up in the third upper deck enclosed area one finds a central located helm station, and two settees to both sides. Below the standard layout is also different offering a 3 cabin, 3 head version with a mid ship located owners cabin. Power for the A60 Aegean Enclosed is twin C12 715hp Cats, of which Maritimo expects a similar 25 knots cruising speed as the standard Flybridge version.
The other project set to be unveiled this month is the new 56 Cruising Motoryacht, and will be the fourth and second in size model of this range from Maritimo. The Cruising Motoryacht is a very interesting range offering hybrid looks, associated with a Sport Fisherman but adding to it comforts coming from Motor Yachts, like deep side deck, extended integrated bathing platform, and an aft deck area more made to relax and socialize then the usual open plan associated with the gaming machines. This 56 Cruising Motoryacht is expected with great anticipation mostly for pushing also the envelope of this range to a more modern direction and will offer an enclosed bridge, an interior with 3 cabins 2 heads, and an abaft located galley. Power will be twin Cats 715hp which will give a cruising speed of about 25 knots to this 27 toner.
Sea Ray 2009 lineup will mark the return of the yards history with the new 22 Pachanga first 100 units coming with a 50th Anniversary Limited Edition package that commemorates the company's five decades of business and includes special Ultraleather upholstery, red gel coat, and a numbered builder's plate. The original Pachanga was introduced in 1969 and represented a radical departure in style for the builder. Designed to satisfy a growing number of boaters who were more attracted to speed than to size and amenities, the 18-footer could exceed 50 mph and had a low profile, rakish windshield and prominent racing stripe. Pachanga means "lively party" in Spanish, was brought back in 1986 when the 22 feet Pachanga II was launched. It pioneered the 260hp MerCruiser stern drive. This latest version of the Pachanga, measuring 24 feet, honors the past but also incorporating advanced technologies that boaters expect from today's Sea Rays. The exterior is fast and flashy, with a sleek windshield, reverse sheer line and stainless-steel hardware. The limited edition red gel coat, Pachanga logo and patterned vinyl give it an eye-catching, vintage feel .But don't let its retro looks fool you. The new Pachanga is a modern hot rod from the keel up. It runs on a deep V-hull and six lifting strakes that allow it come out of the water quickly and provide fast, nimble maneuvering. Standard power is a MerCruiser 350 Magnum 300hp with MPI Bravo I stern drive. For extreme speed demons, three additional engine options range up to a scorching 496 Magnum HO Bravo III 425hp. Accommodation is a fairly large upholstered cuddy cabin featuring a deck hatch, Sony stereo, and a portable head available as optional. Technical Data:
LOA - 7.32 m (24ft)
Beam - 2.56 m
Draft - 0.94 m
Weight - 2351 kg dry
Fuel Capacity - 189 l
Max Persons - 7
Engines - 1 x Mercruiser 350 Magnum 300hp, 496 Magnum 425 hp
Propulsion - Stern drive Bravo I, Bravo III
Hull Shape - vee with 21 degrees dead rise
Sarnico presents more detailed design rendering for its new upcoming flagship project announced as far as in 2005 and still being waited much by the critics and passionate boaters alike. The new Grande, Italian word meaning big, will be Sarnico biggest model at 80 feet of length, what is normally associated with pocket sized Super Yacht status. As all this respected builder range design is by the able renowned hands of Nuvolari Lenard. The Venice design duo now have been long collaborators to the North Italian builder since 1995 when the yard presented it still in production and successful 45 model. Hull shape also continues the collaboration with the renowned Brunellos Acampora Victory Design. As seen in the latest Sport Yachts of this size the Grande will also offer a Sport Bridge above the hardtop, offering a sun lounger as standard with the option of a second helm station in the Command Bridge version. The Grande seems also to abandon the much loved Sarnico aft cabin, a feature in all its models starting from the 45. Power will be by twin MAN engines at 1550hp or the optional 1800hp.
In February Baglietto launched hull number C.10205 a 41 metre alloy built explorer Super Yacht in its Varazze shipyard in Italy. Named 'Natori' its exterior profile is a departure from traditional Baglietto looks, with tried and tested architect Francesco Paszkowski offering a less sleek and more fullish design. Interior have been styled by Banneberg design who created a decor with Italian and African touches. Accommodation is for 10 guests in five cabins, including a full-width master suite with its own private en suite full beam his and hers bathroom. On the lower deck there are a further two twin cabins, one with a Pullman berth, and two full beam double VIP cabins. Power is twin 2800hp MTU engines, which give a cruising speed of 16 knots.
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