Project: Belize 52 Flybridge

Belize follows its first release of the 52 Hardtop, with that of a 52 Flybridge project.  The 52 Flybridge follows the same three cabins layout, of the more sleek sister plus the added bonus of a second helm, and extra entertainment area up top.  The flybridge is reached via a semi-moulded stair case to starboard in the cockpit.  Up top is a central helm seat with full controls in front, L-shaped settee to port side, and a wet bar to starboard.  A central mast radar arch allows for various navigation system antennas to be installed neatly.  Power is again trusted to twin 600hp Cummins engines, with ZF Zeus pod drives.

www.belizemotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Cranchi Fifty8 Fly

Cranchi's Fifty8 Fly is the largest of four new models presented in the fall of 2011, for the 2012 year.  This model is also the fourth member of Cranchi Yacht Class presented two years ago by the known Italian builder with the Sixty4 HT. The Cranchi Fifty8 Fly is a very sleek looking flybridge motor yacht which should receive good response from customers in this size.  The model is based on the hull lines of the 2010 presented Fifty6 ST, but apart this topsides above are all new.  The model features impressive accommodations sleeping six guests in three spacious cabins one of which is the owners full beam stateroom located to midships.  The galley is located on the main deck, and is an astern layout by the patio door.  There is also a single berth crew cabin with head located to port side midships with entrance from the cockpit.  Power is from efficient Volvo IPS pods of 600 or optional 700hp with top speeds of 32 knots with the large choice. Range is a whisker short of three hundred nautical miles at a 21 knots cruise and total consumption of 150 liters per hour.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.52m (60.7ft)

Hull Length - 16.59 m

Beam - 4.85 m

Draft - 1.32 m

Displacement - 23.3 t unloaded, 26.9 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 2000 l

Water Capacity - 540 l

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

Max Persons - 14

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 600hp, D12 700hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS800 or 900 dual propeller forward looking pods

Speed - 32 knots max, 23 knots cruise with 700hp engines

Range -  295 nautical miles at 21 knots cruise

Certification - CE B

www.cranchi.it 

New Model: Arcadia 115

On 14th November an important step was done by Italian boat builder Arcadia, who launched its second model the awaited 115 sold to a French client and titled M'Dream.  The Naples boat builder follows similar lines to the first 85 model, although size requirements determined a three deck configuration versus the more sleek looks of the smaller sister.  Still the lines are similar, as is the concept of modernity and innovation.  But the Arcadia's although being a futuristic based design have that retro tug touch to them which I do like.  The top third deck is a full entertainment area plus the pilot house to fore, while the forward part of the main deck features the owners stateroom to fore.  The other area of the main deck features the relax lounging and dining areas, and a very spacious galley with a dinette.  The lower deck offers three or four guest cabins choice, all located in the middle ship area.  The forward part features the crew area; with lobby, L-shaped settee and four double cabins.  Power is from twin MAN 1224hp engines.

Technical Data:

LOA - 35.0 m (114.8ft)

Hull Length - 32.55 m

Beam - 8.10 m

Draft - 2.10 m

Displacement - 150 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 15000 l

Water Capacity - 4000 l

Accommodation - 4 guest cabins sleeping 8, or 5 guest cabins sleeping 10, 4 crew cabins sleeping 8

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 1224hp

Propulsion - line shafts with ZF gearboxes
Speed - 18 knots max

Hull Type - semi planning NPL shape

Project - Arcadia Technical Department

www.arcadiayachts.com

Improve-it = Riva 115 Athena

Hull number eight of the 115 Athena, semi-custom super yacht and flagship of the Riva fleet, was launched the past mid summer at the Ferretti Group shipyard in La Spezia.  The owner of the Riva 115 Athena hull number eight, opted for a five cabins layout which including an extension of the master cabin at bow choosing Canaletto walnut combined with naturally coloured and dark brown leather inserts. This yacht also has an important innovation. Besides developing a number of personalised technical features, Ferretti Group Advanced Yacht Technology naval research and design centre, took this opportunity to make changes to the functionality of the bow garage and swim platform of the 115 Athena series. This is, in fact, the first Athena with a stern helm position which provides for the raise-lower system. This mechanism makes it possible to lower the tender into the water easily and means guests can enjoy contact with the sea by means of the stern swim platform.  The 115 Athena is powered by twin MTU 2775hp engines which give a top speed of 27 knots and a cruise speed of 23.

www.riva-yacht.com

New Model: Fiart 33 Sea Walker

A strong showing from Fiart in this year Genoa boat show where the Italian, Naples based company presented two important new models at the edges of its complete range; the much awaited flagship the 58 Epica which we already showed you, and an entry level the 33 Sea Walker.  The new medium sized easy to use 33 Sea Walker represents a new challenge from Fiart that of walk around sport cruiser with plenty open exterior spaces and adequate interior comfort sleeping four in two areas and open environment having a galley and separate shower head.  This model also sets its sight to other Italian similar competitors like Atlantis, or neighboring Mano and Salpa.  Power is a very varied choice all coming by Volvo diesel and petrol format and in six engine choices from a single 260 up to twin 240hp.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.09 m (33.1ft)

Hull Length - 9.98 m

Beam - 3.72 m

Displacement - 4700 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 590 l

Water Capacity - 230 l

Accommodation - 4 berths

Max Persons - 10

Engines - 1 x Volvo D4-EVC 260hp, D4-EVC 300hp, 2 x D3-EVC 220hp Diesel

1 x Volvo 5.0 GXi 285hp, 8.1 GXi 435hp, 2 x 4.3 GXi 240hp Petrol gas

Certification - CE B

www.fiart.com

PowerYachtBlog Best of 2011 Nominated

Project: Carnevali C170

Carnevali presents its new C170 project.  A flybridge motor yacht which will sit nicely between the 2010 launched C180, and the long standing 160 an evolution of the 155 launched in the fall of 1999.  So far little details are being shown of this model but exterior looks are similar to the just presented 142 model.  The 170 is to be designed by designer Davide Cipriani from Centro Stile.  The 170 will also offer an innovative stern aft deck layout which opens and transforms to make the aft become one part with the bathing platform and a terrace on the sea.     

www.carnevaliyachts.com

New Model: Fairline Targa 50 Gran Turismo

Launched earlier this year at the 2011 London show, the Fairline Targa 50 Gran Turismo replaces the 52 model of the same range after an important eight years production run.  The Targa 50 Gran Turismo take a lot of design stints from the previous new launched 58, a model which represents a different way of presenting the large sport series from Fairline.  This new thinking comes from larger sun roofs, full opening patio doors, and bigger glassed surfaces on both the main and lower deck.  Other new design instincts comes from the fact that both the latest large Targa's, this 50 and the 58 offer a living with galley on the main deck, and lower plan fully dedicated to the cabins.  The Targa 50 Gran Turismo also stays away in following recent trends and offers the owners stateroom to fore.   But don't be written off as this has been made in way to compete with a midships cabin layout. Power is a three engine choices from Volvo and Cats from 575 up to 710hp which take speeds up to 33 knots with the larger option.  Design of hull and engineering for the 50 Targa Gran Turismo is again trusted to long time since the eighties Fairline collaborator Bernard Olesinski who again as for the completely new 41 Squadron goes for a flat medium Vee aft of only twelve degrees.

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.44 m (50.8ft) incl pulipt

Hull Length - 14.96 m

Beam - 4.47 m

Draft - 0.94 m

Displacement - 16.24 t unloaded

Fuel Capacity - 2300 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D9 575hp, D11 670hp, Cats C12 710hp

Speed - 33 knots max with Cats 710hp, 30 knots with Volvo 575hp

Propulsion - shaft line

Hull Type - modified Vee with 12.5 degrees dead rise aft

Construction - Isophthalic gel coat, resin-rich powder-bound glass mat, unidirectional, biaxial and woven rovings, deck with polyurethane foam cores

Project - Bernard Olesinski, Fairline Design Team 

www.fairline.com

Improve-it = Bavaria 38 Sport

Bavaria presents a limited edition High Line version for the 38 Sport model, and will be limited to fifteen units only.  For the Sport 38 High Line, Bavaria developed an individual and distinctive design as well as new unique features. The silk-grey exterior and the classic navy cushions have been exclusively combined for this special limited release and bestow an exquisite overall look upon this sport cruiser. High gloss kitchen units and the luxurious carpet in the cabin add to the elegance of the yacht. The high quality audio package with speakers in the cockpit as well as the salon will be standard for the High Line what is usually available  at extra cost.  Presented in 2010 and designed by BMW Group DesignWorks USA the 38 Sport will feature the usual Bavaria attributes of a competitive package, and five engine choices from Mercruiser and Volvo. 

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

New Model: Beneteau 49 Flyer Gran Turismo Fly

A new model the Beneteau 49 Flyer Gran Turismo Fly which comes from the rethinking of the 47 Monte Carlo Fly.  The main differences here come from the addition of an extended up and down moving bathing platform and new larger view windows serving the cabins below.  Accommodation below keeps the standard setting of  two cabins, with the owners room located to midships and being full beam.  In between the cabins is an L-shaped galley, and C-shaped saloon settee. The old 47 Monte Carlo used to have a choice for a third cabin bunk in replacement of the saloon, but this so far is not shown in the plans of the 49.  The 49 Flyer Gran Turismo Fly also features a tender garage.  Power is from twin Volvo 435hp with IPS pod drives. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.6 m (51.2ft)

Hull Length - 14.0 m

Beam - 4.30 m

Draft - 1.09 m including props

Displacement - 12,500 kg light

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 650 l

Water Capacity - 2 x 320 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pods

Project - Andreani Design, Beneteau Power Boats

Certification - CE B14, C16 

www.beneteau.com

Project: Bruno Abbate B41 Primatist Aerotop Pininfarina

Spy photo of a prototype or rendering?  I will let your imagination decide this.  But the Bruno Abbate B41 Primatist Aerotop Pininfarina is the replacement model to one of the recent best sellers of the Como boat builder the G41 Aerotop Evolution in production from 2002 till the early part of this year 2011.  The B41 Primatist Aerotop Prininfarina is again a design of the famous Italian firm, renowned for legendary automobiles and also some yachts.  With this project Bruno Abbate now unites all its model under the Pininfarina design a collaboration which started with the current flagship G70, and continued with the G46, G53, and recently presented B62.  Power will be a three engine choice from Volvo starting at 330 up to 400hp all stern drive propulsion.  A top speed of 40 knots is estimated with the large twin 400hp option.

www.primatist.it