New Model: Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo

With this new model US Miami based builder Nor-Tech challenges other European builders, in this growing market for fast cruiser offering a lot of exterior spaces and socializing area but still suitable to accommodate overnight accommodation for two persons.  The Nor-Tech 420 Monte Carlo main characteristics are indeed its exterior cockpit which strikes difference thanks to its very stylish Kevlar finished center console, and its plenty of seating areas which creates a couple of socializing area.  Inside 420 Monte Carlo offers a C-shaped, settee, V-shaped berth, and a separate shower head.  Nor-Tech has so far not divulged information for the power choices of the 420 Monte Carlo but I can say that hull one was powered by twin Mercury Racing 565hp units. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 13 m (42.8ft)

Beam - 3.04 m 

Draft - 0.91 m

Displacement - 5216 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1173 l

Water Capacity - 113 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Engines - 2 x Mercury Racing 565hp petrol gas

Propulsion - Mercruy Bravo One XR

Construction - hand laid sandwich build fiberglass with Kevlar reinforcement, high density core used on sides.  Deck and hull glassed together. 

www.nor-techboats.com

Project: Tiara 50 Coupe

S2Yachts introduces the next generation of premier American-made yachts with the all new Tiara 50 Coupe. Set to be delivered to key dealerships this fall, the all new Tiara 50 series redefines world class luxury with innovative design, engineering, and performance built for today’s modern lifestyle. The Tiara 50 Coupe salon and bridge deck offer 360 degree panoramic views open to the cockpit through sliding aft doors built with indoor outdoor living in mind. The salon offers a single level deck from the cockpit forward to the bridge where two small steps separate entertaining from the business of operating the vessel. The helm and dash features Tiara’s proven sensible ergonomic placement of controls and gauges leaving plenty of room for flush mounting electronics. The all new Tiara 50 Coupe is powered by twin Volvo IPS propulsion systems in standard 600 or optional 700 horsepower configurations. The technologically advanced Volvo IPS II power plants are matched to a successful ocean proven hull delivering a solid ride.  The Tiara 50’s design cues bring a sense of sleek styling, exceptional performance and luxurious comfort, intended to appeal to a broad spectrum of consumers. A wide range of options offers owners the opportunity to customize the vessel to match their personal style.

www.tiarayachts.com

New Launch: F&S 50 Convertible Hull 19

Another important launch for custom sportfish boat yacht builder FandS who this time put into the the water a 50 Convertible model, the Hull number nineteen for this Delaware builder.  FandS has been one of the custom Sportfish builder who push the boundaries of there designs to new heights.  This 50 Convertible is designed by Matthews Yachts to what is a very sleek looking and a softer to the usual curved Carolina shear line.  Inside the 50 Convertible features three double cabins, with an owners room to fore, a guest double cabin to midships, and bunk third cabin to starboard.  A single large shower head serves all the three cabins.  The living is located on the main deck this featuring a galley L-shaped saloon, and a two person sofa.  Power is twin Volvo 700hp engines with IPS pod drives propulsion.   
Technical Data:

LOA - 15.3 m (50.4ft)

Beam - 4.82 m

Draft - 1.21 m

Displacement - 20865 kg

Fuel Capacity - 3266 l

Water Capacity - 567 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 700hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS 900 pods

Speed - 36 knots max, 32 knots cruise

Project - Matthews Yachts Design

www.fsyachts.com

Project: XL Marine 43 Tender

XL Marine presents the new Tender project based on the hull of its top seller and first produced 43 model.  As is paramount in the XL Marine models the 43 Tender follows on the input of traditional US and Italian open boat lines, but here this 2005 founded boat builder located in Rome Italy gives a boost to its creativity side.  See the option as in the second picture for opening side bulk heads for example to this. Criteria for the the XL Marine 43 Tender is a full walk around flush deck which bring new input to its runabout sport cruiser spirit.  The standard exterior layout features a center console helm which can be ordered with a hard top, large settee and dinette to fore, and a two by lounge sun pads at aft.  Inside the Italian builder has not given ideas of what it features but I can speculate that a shower head, small galley and double berth can be featured.  Still as XL has shown in the past years customization is very important in all its models, all the 43's are in fact different to the others with a half a dozen layouts being available, and the company declares it again for this new entry level project.  The XL Marine 43 Tender can be powered by twin diesels I imagine to a similar output to those of the standard 43.  But here again unlike the 43 delivered in fifteen units so far XL Marine can also put surface drives propulsion units and allows max speeds up to fifty knots.

www.xlmarine.it 

New Model: ISA Yachts 41 meter Yacht

The launching ceremony of this spectacular 41-metre yacht, initially though as an ordinary one, transformed into a very emotional event thanks to the very affectionate words both of the owner, a repeat client for ISA, who emphasised in a long and unexpected speech how proud he is in belonging to this Italian shipyard and how the company always treated him and his crew with professionalism, accuracy and commitment. This steel-aluminium displacement motor yacht is the 28th unit built by ISA in its twelve year history. Exterior design by Andrea Vallicelli, interior design by ISA interior department, managed by Daniele Socci, Aziza yacht will be officially presented at the boat shows in September, showing once again ISA’s distinguished very high quality standards and unique design. The positive market feedback is assumed as the 41-metre motor yacht Aziza with huge volumes is today the only alternative for a good quality steel/aluminium boat of this size. As a final point, this is the only 2013 launching as the projects presently under construction at ISA will be completed next year, so get ready for a glittering 2014 and stay tuned!

Technical Data:

LOA - 41 m (134.5ft)

Waterline Length - 36.1 m

Beam - 8.40 m

Draft - 2.25 m

Displacement - 322 t, 340 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 48000 l

Water Capacity - 7000 l

Engines - 2 x Cats C18

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 14 knots max, 12 knots cruise

Range - 3000 nm at 12 knots, 3700 nm at 11 knots

Construction - steel hull, aluminum super structure

Project - Andrea Valicelli external lines, ISA Technical Department

Certification - RINA, C Hull Mach Y, MCA Unrestricted, AUT-UMS 100 A1 SSC Yachtmono G6 LMC UMS Lloyds, MCA Codes of Practise

www.isayachts.com

Project: Numarine 68 HT

Numarine continues to bring new projects all aimed to upgrade and complete its line.  The 68 HT is the latest of these new projects and follows on the exterior the theme this Turkish builder and its designers showed with the 78 model, of very aggressive exterior lines.  The 68 HT also adds as is custom from the more modern looking yachts coming out at the moment to make full use of the foredeck, here the area having two sun pads and a settee with central table.  Inside the 68 HT offers an interesting spacious layout with four double cabins, with the standout features here being the full beam owners stateroom, and the bunk fourth cabin.  Interesting all cabins are supplied with there own private heads.  Crew quarters are located at aft and feature two berths, a shower head, and an L-shaped dinette.  The galley is located on the main deck, to port side of the helm station.  Engine choices start from standard 1000hp MAN to optional 1200 units.   

www.numarine.com

Engine: Cummins QSB6.7 550hp

Cummins presented its new QSB6.7 550hp during the Miami boat show, past February 2013.  The Cummins 550 hp diesel engine, now offers the power density needed to reach high speed with a dedication going to the performance boat market in making of this new power unit. Diesel engines offer a number of benefits compared to gasoline engines, and this is particularly evident in the performance power boat market. Diesel engines have lower maintenance costs, better overall dependability and longer warranty coverage period. There are also significant service interval differences between diesel and gasoline engines. The Cummins QSB6.7 requires an oil change every 250 hours while an the same thing is required every 25 hours on a comparable performance gasoline engine. A comparable gasoline engine also requires valve spring replacements between 100-125 hours as well as a major refresh between 200-300 hours neither of which are required with the Cummins QSB6.7. Diesel engines provide better overall dependability than gasoline engines, as well. The Cummins QSB6.7 provides 550hp turning only 3300 RPM while a comparable gas engine provides similar hp between 5000 - 5400 RPM. Higher engine speed causes more stress and wear on the internal components resulting in a shorter life expectancy.  The QSB6.7 550hp is backed by the standard Cummins 2-year/1000 hour warranty with additional 4-year/2000 hours of coverage for major components. www.cummins.com

New Model: Prestige 550 S

With the Prestige 550 S, the designers and the French boat builder part of the Beneteau Group gets as close it can get to a sport coupe yacht versus the flybridge.  It gets so close that the Prestige 550 S also offers a fly deck albeit reserved for sun bathing.  Still the team of designers JandJ, Garroni, JP Concept offer a complete sport yacht comfortable for a long Summer cruise with three spacious guest cabins, plus a crew cabin located aft.  Standout features in the 550 S which has same layout as the Fly are a few, but I can tell you about the separate entrance staircase to the full beam owners stateroom located to midships, the astern galley, and the sun deck on top of the hardtop.  Power is twin Cummins 600hp with propulsion coming from the ZF Zeus pods, which give a wide open throttle speed of 30 knots.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.92 m (58.9ft)

Hull Length - 16.0 m

Beam - 4.79 m

Draft - 1.17 m

Displacement - 17450 kg light

Fuel Capacity - 2200 l
Water Capacity - 800 l

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

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Cummins 600hp

Propulsion - ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods

Speed - 30 knots max, 24 knots cruise

Range - 280 nm at cruse speed

Project - JandJ, Garroni Design, JP Concept, Prestige Engineering

Certification - CE B12, C14

www.prestige-yachts.com

New Model: Maritimo M50 Motoryacht

One of the most successful flybridge motor yachts that Maritimo has produced, the M48 Cruising Motoryacht, has undergone a complete makeover and the new larger and more refined M50 Motoryacht is its new replacement model.  Before the first M50 Motoryacht was completed there were two sales in the USA as a result of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and discussions are underway with other prospective purchasers. The first M50 has now been produced and delivered in the United States.  The original M48 has been one of the company's most successful models with more than one hundred sold internationally and satisfied owners now using their M48 in places as far away as Italy, Spain, the UK, the USA and the UAE. The new look M50 cruising motor yacht takes the tried and proven and enhances it even further thanks to a longer hull and new features as a full beam midships owners cabin, and an astern galley configuration. The M50 Motoryacht builds on Maritimo's latest novelties of an enclosed flybridge design, internal staircase, and safe walk around decks.  Power for the M50 Motoryacht is twin Volvo 670hp engines, so far no speeds are announced but Maritimo said in its first testing run the new model registered a 10% saving versus the M48 model it replaces.

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.15 m (53ft)

Hull Length - 16.15 m

Beam - 5.20 m

Draft - 1.3 m

Displacement - 22,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 4000 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 670hp

Propulsion - line shaft

www.maritimo.com.au

Project: Delta 33 Open

Delta presents the second model in its Open series range unveiled in 2012 with the 26, the 33.  The 33 Open is again a design coming from Ted Mannerfelt, same designer for the 26, and this is his second design for Delta powerboats.  The Delta 33 Open is in real terms is a dayboat with good overnight accommodation for four people, and represents a challenge to other Italian builders who offer a similar concept in this size.  The lower deck offers accommodation for four plus a seperate shower head, while the outside is the convivial full beam area which makes of the nearly full use beam of the boat, thanks to the semi walk around up to midships design.  Outside is also located the galley to port side of the helm.  The helm to starboard offers also an interesting settee which can become various things from a settee for passenger underway all looking forward, to a social settee for two, or a dining area.  The Delta 33 Open is build in Diab core infusion technolgy which saves the weight to just about four tons.  Power comes from a single Volvo 400hp or twin 220 units both in stern drives propulsion.  Top speed estimates are 43 knots with both the engine choices. 

www.deltapowerboats.se