New Model: Ribbon 45 SC

Ribbon Yachts is a new Dutch builder founded in 2010 and a collaboration with Vripack has resulted in its first model the 45 SC. A planing high speed cruiser designed for every day use, with accommodation for two persons in a lower cabin area.  But a spacious main deck makes sure the 45 SC is fun to use for every day round abouts by the coast.  With the 45 SC, Ribbon and Vripack follow that bit of Wally Power looks, meaning the 45 SC  is modern as you can get with an innovative upper structure, aand a center console with hard top.  Power is twin Cummins 600hp with jet propulsion and a top speed of 45 knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.79 m (45.2ft)

Beam - 3.92 m

Draft - 0.73 m

Fuel Capacity - 1600 l

Water Capacity - 320 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSC 600hp

Propulsion - Rolls-Royce Kamewa

Speed - 43 knots max

Construction - Injection Composite

Project - Vripack

Certication - Lloyds CE B

www.ribbonyachts.nl

Project: Ranger Tugs R-31

Fluid Motion the designers and builders of the popular line of Ranger Tugs introduce the newest project model in the fleet, the new R-31. The new R-31 will debut this month at the Seattle Boat Show being held at the last week of January, with hull number 2 to make the East Coast more international presentation at the Miami International Boat Show in February.  Over one year of design making, the Ranger Tugs R-31 shares many features and qualities to her smaller sisters but notable additions to this new larger flagship model as the size suggest will make her ideal for extended cruising while still being a trailerable trawler. The R-31 is the first Ranger Tug to feature a flybridge equipped with electronic controls at both the upper and lower helm. The flybridge also retracts to allow for trailering the 31'. The builders at Ranger Tugs also equipped the foredeck with seating and a table that can be raised or lowered depending on whether the boat is under way or at anchor or dock for entertaining. In addition to the extra seating now available on the flybridge and foredeck the 31 allows for a larger cockpit area with wraparound seating and extra seating that folds out of the gunwale. When not entertaining, seats are folded leaving the cockpit unencumbered. The interior layout of the R-31 features two staterooms; one large island berth forward with en suite head and a midships berth and day head. Those who are familiar with Ranger Tugs models will recognize the galley layout and lower helm station that maximize interior space. A starboard side door provides easy access from the lower helm to the side decks so crew can get to the bow for line handling.  Like all Ranger Tugs, the new R31 comes essentially turnkey with standard features and equipment intended to make her owner's experience hassle-free and allow for ease of handling and comfort under way. Standard equipment includes bow and stern thrusters, an optional aft steering station and a Volvo 300hp engine that achieves a 16 knot cruise speed. 

www.rangertugs.com

New Model: Cheoy Lee 76 Alpha

Cheoy Lee 76 Alpha was one of the most admired new boats of the October 2011 Fort Lauderdale boat show, with many enthusiasts asking what it is.  Made by North American company but China build Cheoy Lee, the 76 Alpha is a nice work coming from respected hull designer Michael Peters outside and hull, and Luiz de Basto taking care for the interior.  The 76 Alpha is also build in latest technology resin infusion system by SP High Modulus.  Luiz de Basto presented a three double cabins lower deck layout, with an owners full beam stateroom, VIP to fore, and bunk twin guest cabin .  Living relaxing saloon is on the main deck behind the three seat aircraft style central helm station, with a galley, and dining table located below. A single berth crew cabin is located to midships between the engine room, and owners room.  Power is from a standard MAN 1550hp, or optional 1900hp Cats.

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.35 m (76.6ft)

Hull Length - 21.5 m

Waterline Length - 18.13 m

Beam - 6.04 m

Draft - 1.65 m

Displacement - 48600 kg

Fuel Capacity - 4000 l

Water Capacity - 1000 l

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

Engines - 2 x MAN V12 1550hp, Cats C32 Acert 1900hp

Speed - 40 knots max

Propulsion - line shafts with ZF gearboxes

Construction - Monocoque construction. Resin Infused by SP High Modulus

Project - Micheal Peter Yacht Design, Luiz De Basto interior

Certification - ISO 12215 Category A

www.cheoyleena.com

PowerYachtBlog Best of 2012 Nominated

Project: Bavaria 39 Sport HT

Bavaria celebrates a world premiere with the 39 Sport HT at the 2012 Dusseldorf International Boat Show.  An evolution of the current 38, the new 39 Sport HT strikes for its redesigned, cockpit, different stern, and new hull side windows serving the cabins and lounging area below.  The cockpit features now more egonomic sport pilot seat and additional storage space. Large hull windows and a new stern construction also afford the 39 Sport HT a more dynamic appearance on water. In addition, an optional exclusive hull colour scheme and sporty design stripes are also available upon request. In the cockpit, folding bench seats provide extra additional storage. Below deck, high quality furnishings, equipment and veneers demonstrate the 39's exclusive design in the saloon, galley, and two double cabins. This is the Bavaria shipyard’s first ever yacht to be available with a full teak finish from bow to stern. The spacious salon is furnished in fine carpet. The standard version also comes with a full lighting package for the perfect ambiance both above and below deck and a high-quality Fusion sound system with performance speaker settings.  Power is a choice of four diesel engines from 260 to 370hp from Volvo, and a Mercruiser gas 320hp petrol choice.  Propulsion is stern drive with efficient dual props set up. 

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

New Model: Delphia 1350 Escape

Delphia is a Polish builder more renowned for its sailing fleet who in recent time has attacked the motor boat market with a slow economic to run displacement speed producet.  The 1350 Escape is the second power model from Delphia which follows the 1050.  Delphia say the 1350 Escape will offer easy maneuverability thanks to twin rudders and a two bow thrusters combination. The 1350 Escape offers accommodation for six in three cabins plus two extra guests in the convertible saloon.  But alternative versions also exist with two or three bathrooms with shower.  Engine is a single unit power of economic running from 55 up to 110hp, but options also exist for fuel and water tank capacity. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.5 m (44.9ft)

Beam - 3.86 m

Draft - 0.88 m

Displacement - 9500 kg

Fuel Capacity - 73 up to 110 l

Water Capacity - 220 up to 440 l

Accommodation - 6 persons

Max Persons - 8

Engine - 1 x 55hp up to 110hp

Project - Andrzej Skrzat

Certification - CE B

www.delphiayachts.pl

New Model: Sanlorenzo SL94

A new Sanlorenzo is always headline news for the motor yacht enthusiasts, and while the company has been going into more modern looks, the classic unmistakable lines of this Italian builder remain.  The SL94 is a totally new model which for Sanlorenzo fills the gap between the long produced and much appreciated 88, and the last year presented 104.  The SL94 is designed by long standing Sanlorenzo designer Paszkowski who presents a two deck and half super yacht. The half deck being the raised pilot house.  Down below is four double cabins in traditional layout, meaning owners room to midships, VIP to fore and two double guest cabins in between.  Although as any Sanlorenzo do accept the layout to be custom not only in fittings but also in format.  This is the most standard accepted format by the usual buyer.  Crew space is located to fore with two cabins sleeping four on bunks.  Here Sanlorenzo keeps its name of having small cabin space for size, that is of 28 meters.  Power is from two units from standard Cats 1896hp, and optional MTU 2184hp units.  Top speeds are 27 knots with the standard Cats, and 29 with the optional MTU.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 28.6 m (93.8ft)

Waterline Length - 23.9 m

Beam - 6.75 m

Displacement - 104 t full load, 97 t half load

Fuel Capacity - 10400 l

Water Capacity - 2000 l

Accommodation - 8 guests in 4 cabins, 4 crew berths

Engines - 2 x Cats C32 Acert 1896hp, MTU 16V 2000 M92 2184hp

Propulsion - line shaft Vee drive with Rolla propellers

Speed - 29 knots max 26 cruise with MTU 2184hp

Hull Type - planning Vee with 16 degrees dead rise aft

Project - Francesco Paszowski

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

PowerYachtBlog Best of 2012 Nominated

Improve-it = Cruisers 380

Cruisers Yachts presents interior upgrades to the 380 model which focus on the navigational center, stylish fabrics and more natural light to enhance the on-board experience. Making its debut at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the new interior boasts a yacht feel in a mid-size sport cruiser model. These improvements start at the helm, the completely redesigned navigational centers combine the latest technology with rich mocha-colored wood grain inlays. Interior fabrics, all produced at the company’s headquarters in Wisconsin, are available in three varieties: Oceania, featuring earthy and translucent tones; Azure, a twist on the traditional blue and white nautical theme; and Black Diamond, the more European feel with stark black and white colors. Boaters will also enjoy more square finishes and prominently silver-colored fixtures.

www.cruisersyachts.com

New Model: Innovazioni Progetti 40 Mira SC

Located in the North Adriatic sea Innovazioni Progetti has made the last year one of an update to its range, presenting various new models in all the sizes it offers from 34 to 72 feet.  The 40 Mira SC just as the bigger 44, is the reinterpretation of the 40 Mira produced since 2000 and having a good success in its ten years production run.  Inhouse designer Michele Carnvale with the new 40 Mira SC evolves it into a hard top sport cruiser but revised hull lines for those familiar with the old model can be noticed.  These now looking more aggressive and modern. The 40 Mira SC as the old 40 continues the heritage for a comfortable sport cruiser, with a hard to find three double cabins layout below which is not easy to find in this size.  Still with this layout Innovazioni Progetti take nothing from the comfort in the saloon and galley located in between the owners room to fore, and the two guest cabins to midships.  The cockpit and aft deck are also completely new as is the stern layout now more in line with the times.  But Innovazioni Progetti where among the first to feature flash deck in there boats of various sizes, and this pays more today when this seems to be becoming more of a demand today.  Power is from twin Volvo 330 or optional 370hp with economic to run stern drives propulsion. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.39 m (40.6ft)

Beam - 3.70 m

Displacement - 10,300 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 550 l

Water Capacity - 285 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 330hp, D6 370hp

Propulsion - dual prop stern drives

Project - Michele Carnevale

Certification - CE B

www.ipyachts.com

Project: Octagon i54 PC

Octagon is a German shipyard which just appeared in the scene with a modern looking power catamaran project, the i54PC.  This Octagon catamaran combines design and functionality in a special way: with the shipyard and designers setting themselves apart for months with the project before starting the construction.  May be this is shown for the more futuristic lines, and design of the i54 PC. The salon, with its circular seating arrangement and the functional galley configure the main deck while below we have space for four cabins with separate shower heads.  Seems amazing for sixteen meter even for a catamaran.  Octagon say other versions are available for the layout, with larger owner's cabin choices dedicating a full hull as well.  A highlight in the i54 PC is also the opening hardtop, this leaving the flybridge dry, even when the large roof is securely closed.  Standard engines will be twin 370hp suggesting a moderate medium speed under 20 knots.  Still no performance data as yet so this is just speculation from my part.

www.octagon-yachts.com

New Model: Frauscher 1017 GT

The Frauscher 1017 GT represents a consistent advancement of this Austrian so called motor yacht fleet. A special kind of a top-class gentlemen racer with an exclusive interior and more space as never before. With the typical Frauscher brand characteristics: exceptional design, outstanding quality and impressive driving characteristics. Fraucher also promises a good stable rough sea ride characteristics.  Engine power is up to twin 430hp in petrol or 300hp diesel format.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.17 m (33.3ft)

Hull Length - 9.99 m

Beam - 2.99 m

Displacement - 3900 kg
Max Persons - 8
Accommodation - 2 + 2 berths

Engines - 2 x 300hp, 2 x 430hp gas petrol only
Speed - 60 knots max with twin 430hp

www.frauscherboats.com