New Model: Nord West 430 Sport

Thanks again to Nord West we are again proud to present the exclusive preview of the 430 Sport. This new model was presented together with the 430 SportsTop at the Gothenburg boat show, and as with the smaller 370 of the same designation we see Nord West again challenging itself to a more Mediterranean type design, which is also very much appreciated up North in colder climates. The 430 Sport is identical minus the hard top to the SportsTop version, same choices of three different layouts below which can sleep from four up to six in two or three cabins, and stern drive or IPS pod propulsion. An owner choosing the Nord West 430 has a total of eight choices including the important between an open environment which can be closed with a canopy, or a more enclosed hard top choice which makes it easier to use all year round even when the weather doest not look good. To be honest if I had this choice in my hands I would still be confused between the two new Nord West 430 as both look awesomely beautiful with the open version looking that extra bit sexy and sportier. Powering the 430 Sport which has the Benny Martinsson multi prized series four hull as used for the 420 Flybridge is Volvo Swedish engines with a standard twin 370hp stern drive propulsion, and going up to an optional 435hp and IPS pods.
Technical Data:
LOA - 13.5 m (44.2ft)
Beam - 3.90 m
Draft - 1.20 m
Displacement - 12 t
Fuel Capacity - 2 x 575 l
Water Capacity - 500 l
Accommodation - 4 + 2 berths in 2 cabins, 6 + 2 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp, D6 435hp
Propulsion - Volvo DP Stern drive, Volvo IPS pod drive
Project - Benny Martinsson, JIB Design Tooling
Certification - CE B
www.nordwest.se

Project: Austin Parker AP54 Fly

After returning back to the market in 2009, and showing more strength in 2010 with the presentation of three new models Austin Parker opens 2011 with the presentation of the AP54 Fly project. This traditional yacht if these two words actually can describe any Austin Parker is based on the latest new model of the 2010 season, the AP52 Open. As all Austin Parker's the AP54 Fly is designed by Fulvio De Simoni Italproject team who presents traditional down East lobster lines, but with a modern Italian take on the overall concept. I am sure that in no history photos of a down East lobster boat you will find any large glassed windows in the cabins, or a bathing platform for that manner. But for a yacht giving panache and class the lobster touch surely makes everything look elegant with the appreciated timeless attitude and this is basically the success that characterizes these type of yachts. Inside of the AP54 Fly we see the layout of the 52 Open offering three double cabins with two bathrooms, large lounge, separate galley, crew cabin with head, and tender garage aft. The owners room while located to fore gives a space similar to that of a mid ship layout as in fact the AP54 has its maximum beam in this area. Performance is a top speed of 34 knots max coming from twin 900hp MAN engines.
www.austinparker.com

New Model: Hatteras GT54

Hatteras continues to present its new line of convertibles with the fall 2010 baptized GT60. Now the Carolina boat builder follows it with a second model the new GT54 which will launch officially today at the Miami show. The new GT54 is based on the hull lines of the 54 Convertible which was already rated as one of the most seaworthy sport fish in her size, but a lot has changed from the water line above in this new model, which also has a new shear line and modified super structure design. Inside the new GT54 also offers more room with two interior plan choices, sleeping six or seven berths in a three cabins with two heads lower deck. The changes here occur in the VIP cabin to fore offered in a standard queen double bed, or optional three berth; two plus one layout. Worth to note is also the saloon on the main deck, which is now a flush floor plan offering two L-shaped sofas, and galley. Power for the Hatteras GT54 is a standard of two Cats 1150hp, or optional 1600hp. This last choice delivers a fast 41 knots top speed, which also makes the GT54 the fastest and most nimble performer in this new Hatteras line.

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.43 m (57.2ft) with bow pulpit

LOA - 16.18 m

Waterline Length - 14.53 m

Beam - 5.26 m

Draft - 1.28 m

Displacement - 34019 kg

Fuel Capacity - 4542 l

Water Capacity - 681 l

Accommodation - 6, 7 berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Cat C18A 1150hp, C32A 1600hp

Propulsion - line shaft in semi tunnel props

Speed - 41 knots max, 37 knots cruise with 1600hp engines

Construction - Isophtalic gel coat, Vinilester resin, fiberglass stringers with steel in key locations

www.hatterasyachts.com

Project: Vicem 45 Vanguard

Vicem Yachts from Turkey opens 2011 with the presentation of a new worldwide debut of its third line of yachts: the Vanguard Line. This new line has important features to it and will start up with the above rendering shown 45 Vanguard project, which is set to launch this year. A 33 Vanguard will follow the 45. As has been shown by Vicem in the past, the 45 Vanguard features blend of timeless elegance, performing naval architecture and state of the art production technology. The Vanguard is indeed designed by Vicem own design department styling for the exterior and the interior, while the hull and naval architecture were developed by legendary naval architect Michael Peters who here presents a twenty degrees deep Vee dead rise hull. An aggressive yet clean lined design that combines wood elements that typify the classic Vicem style with new color palettes of grey, silver and blue. Accommodation for the 45 Vanguard is still very much comfortable both inside and outside. The interior offers two cabins; one forward and second to midships, head, separate shower room, and a comfortable galley. The comfortable med style exterior offers an large aft sun pad, L-shaped settee, L-shaped lounger, and helm station. An extraordinarily daring design but intimately tied to incomparably high quality hull construction, thanks to the use of infused epoxy resins. SP Systems and Hi Modulus; B3 Smart Pac were chosen by Vicem Yachts to develop a production package using six different kinds of cores for each hull. Standard power package of the 45 Vanguard is Volvo IPS 600 which give 34 knots of top speed. In alternative is a more powerful choice of twin MAN 800hp engines coupled with Arneson Surface Drive transmissions, which sets speeds at over 50 knots.
www.vicemyachts.com

Project: Ferretti Custom Line 33 Navetta Crescendo

Ferretti Custom Line presents its latest project, the 33 Navetta Crescendo. Rising as is Crescendo in English is the new evolution of Ferretti Custom Line’s semi-displacement range, and evokes the universe of classical music, entering the sphere of Italian culture and style. Quality, artisan features, sophisticated harmony, elegance and balance are the basic values of Crescendo, which is a natural evolution of the previous 33 Navetta of the semi-displacement line. As is common in the Ferretti Custom Line range, 33 Navetta Crescendo is the result of the close working relationship between Studio Zuccon International Project, Advanced Yacht Technology the Ferretti Group’s naval research and design centre, and the team of architects and designers of Centro Stile, who here present classical external lines which blend harmoniously with the contemporary interior design which can be personalised entirely according to the owner’s choices. On 33 Navetta Crescendo, as indeed on the entire Ferretti Custom Line range, all details which are not structural like, for example, furnishings, fabrics and décor, can be customized according to owners’ preferences. Aided by the Centro Stile architects and designers, they can develop their own, tailor-made yacht, choosing from a selection of proposals by top Italian and international companies. Natural light which filters through large windows illuminates the spacious interiors of the 33 Navetta Crescendo which also stands out in this segment for her three full decks, which are integrated into the line of the yacht. One new feature, compared with the previous model, is also a large sundeck. There is also a number of important design solutions; more direct contact with the sea, large salon on the main deck which features a dining area, reduction of visual physical barriers blocking the view of the sea to a minimum, owner suite in a privileged position at bow on the main deck, separation of the guest and crew flows through dedicated crew area from the galley, four spacious guest cabins on the lower deck all with large open view windows overlooking the sea with the opportunity to separate the beds which turns a double room into a twin, large highly versatile upper deck thanks to the system of circular sliding doors with a dining area in a position of complete privacy, and a new sundeck which features a small swimming-pool and sunbathing area.
www.customline-yacht.com

New Model: Cobalt 243 Cuddy

Cobalt present the 243 Cuddy a very interesting entry level sport cruiser from this North American boat builder renowned for quality and good looking models. Renowned for its quality the 243 Cuddy is a very interesting offer in this size presenting itself with a very spacious exterior, and a comfortable two berth cuddy cabin below idle for over night stays. This model is also the entry level of the Cobalt cabin fleet, which four models up to 37 feet. The exterior cockpit deck of the 243 Cuddy is spacious; offering a aft sun lounger which extends in size with the move of the back rest, uncluttered side passage way, L-shaped settee, and two forward looking driver and passenger seats. Down below is a head with sink, and Vee berth which sleeps two. Power is a nine choices from Mercruiser and Volvo which start at 300hp and go up to 430hp. This last delivers fast top speed estimates of 51 knots or 59 mph.
Technical Data:

LOA - 7.90 m (25.9ft) with bathing platform

LOA - 7.29 m without platform

Beam - 2.59 m

Draft - 0.94 m

Displacement - 2087 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 189 l

Water Capacity - 38 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Max Persons - 13 US certification

Engines - 1 x Mercruiser 350 Mag MPI 300hp, 377 Mag MPI 320hp, 8.2 Mag 380hp, 8.2 Mag HO 430hp, Volvo 5.7 GIC 300hp, 5.7 GXIC 320hp, 8.1 GI 375hp, 8.1 GIC 400hp, 8.1 GXI 420hp

Propulsion - stern drive dual prop Mercruiser Bravo 3, Volvo DP

Speed - 51 knots with Mercruiser 430hp estimate

Hull - Vee shape with 21 degrees dead rise

Construction - 8 layer of hand laid fiberglass, Kevlar reinforcements

www.cobaltboats.com

Project: Aquastar 75

Following the success of the Aquastar 74, which has been in production for ten years the Jersey company releases details of a new replacement 75 model project. The new Aquastar 75 is styled by Design Unlimited and shows, strength and integrity with contemporary looks. Aquastar boats are known for all round sea keeping ability and this new luxury vessel retains all of those qualities which have been proven over many years on commercial boats. A further benefit is a very comfortable hull in a head sea that will not suffer pounding of a planing hull driven at speed. Owners can sleep in comfort on passage and enjoy arriving at their destination fully refreshed. With the latest technology built in at every stage, it goes without saying she will be fitted with full stabilization that also works at anchor. The Aquastar can also be easily handled by two people, being fitted with remotely controlled hydraulic bow and stern thrusters. The bathing deck platform is hydraulically operated which gives easy access to the water and makes the launching of a tender simple. The interior has an imaginative layout and offers a custom accommodation pla with an efficient helm station. Power for the Aquastar 75 is twin Cats 1150hp shaft drive as the standard fit which has an estimated project top speed of 24 knots, and a smaller 860hp is available as option.
www.aquastar.gg

New Model: Formula 310 FX5

Formula launch the 310 FX5, with official presentation coming in February at the Miami show. This new model is the second in the upmarket FX range, which is based on the three models of the Sun Sport line. The 310 FX5 is in fact a 310 Sun Sport dressed in more luxurious clothes, and more powerful engines. Everything in the FX5 is in fact up market from the spray outside here in hull one being in silver grey, to the cockpit upholstery, helm station, and the interior of the cabin. Power is also an only choice of the top unit of the 310 being twin Mercruiser Petrol gas of 380hp each.
Technical Data:
LOA - 9.45 m (31ft)
Beam - 2.90 m
Draft - 0.94 m
Displacement - 4423 kg
Fuel Capacity - 492 l
Water Capacity - 110 l
Accommodation - 2 berths
Engines - 2 x Mercruiser 8.2 Mag EC
Propulsion - Mercruiser Bravo Three X dual propeller stern drive
Hull Shape - deep Vee 22 degrees dead rise
Certification - NMMA
www.formulaboats.com

Engine: MerCruiser 4.3 MPI ECT 220hp

MerCruiser present the new 4.3 MPI ECT Emissions Control Technology engine, the latest in a comprehensive lineup of catalyzed engines ranging from 135 to 430hp. Just released the 4.3 MPI ECT is rated at 220hp and is designed to power everything from family runabouts to cruisers and houseboats. The catalyzed engine provides clean power that meets EPA and California Air Resources Board emissions regulations, ensuring the engine can be registered without limitations. The 4.3 MPI ECT complete with new fresh styling, joins six other catalyzed engines in the MerCruiser stern drive lineup, including the 3.0 MPI ECT, 5.0 MPI ECT, 350 MAG ECT, 377 MAG ECT, 8.2 MAG ECT and 8.2 MAG H.O. ECT. Like the popular non-catalyzed version, the 4.3 MPI ECT is built with a reliable V6 GM cast iron base engine, offering the exclusive Engine Guardian Protective system and is compatible with Alpha and Bravo drives. The Mercury Marine engineering team has developed an engine that not only performs on-par with the non-catalyzed version, but also is quieter and more fuel efficient. In recent tests, the 4.3 MPI ECT proved to be 5 to 10 percent better in fuel efficiency at cruising speeds and 5 percent quieter in pass by noise measurements. Boat builders and service technicians will appreciate the simplified installation process and increased serviceability of this engine, which includes an easy-to-reach hot stud location, an easy to access oil cap, improved dipstick, color coded service points and easy maintenance features. The 4.3 MPI ECT is available with MerCruiser’s exclusive SeaCore System with corrosion protection and SmartCraft Integrated Marine Technology. 

www.mercurymarine.com

New Model: Nord West 430 SportsTop

A very anticipated and expected debut from Sweden's Nord West which present the 430 model in both its forms; SportsTop with hard top and Sport open at the Gothenburg, Swedish boat show. Here at PowerYacht we show you the exclusive first pictures of the 430 SportsTop which as is usual to Nord West will challenge its other European competitors for the versatility of this sport cruiser, and the choice it gives to the owner. This starts from propulsion in stern drive or IPS pod, to a two or three double cabin interior choice. The choice of the interior of the 430 is also impressive offering three choices. From the standard two en-suited cabins layout, three cabins with cabin three being a single berth with personal head ideally suited if you carry a crew, and last a three double choice with a single shower head. For the exterior looks of the 430, designer but also company owner Benny Martinsson took a lot from the successful 370 SportsTop model with everything being bigger and more spacious. The hull is also same as the multi prized Nord West 420 Flybridge which has been acclaimed as one of the best handling IPS propelled boats around. The 430 SportsTop is powered by twin Volvo 370 or 435hp engines, this last available only with IPS600 pods, with the standard smaller unit available as both stern drive and IPS500.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.5 m (44.2ft)

Beam - 3.90 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Displacement - 12 t

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 575 l

Water Capacity - 500 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp, D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo DP Stern drive, Volvo IPS pod drive

Project - Benny Martinsson, JIB Design Tooling

Certification - CE B

www.nordwest.se