Project: Huckins 45 Sportfisherman

In the past August Huckins announced that it inked a deal to build a new 45 Sportfisherman.  In this new project Huckins says that its decades of industry experience will allow it to create a boat packed with features rivaling larger Sportfishermen.  This being a Huckins, a variety of custom requests will be incorporated. The two-stateroom, two-head boat with an expansive deck-house and climate-controlled bridge offers the ultimate in relaxation. Twin Cummins 425hp inboards will power this 45-footer to the fishing grounds at over thirty knots, and joystick maneuverability will pay off during the fight and back at the dock. A second helm station on the marlin tower plus full second-station electronics, 28’ Rupp outriggers, rocket launcher, rod holders, baitwell, ice machine that feeds into insulated bins for the day’s catch, extra built-in coolers, freezers, tackle center and bait center are all onboard. A day head has been thoughtfully incorporated to provide convenience for anglers and eliminate traffic through sleeping quarters.

www.huckinsyacht.com

New Model: Viking 42 SC

I can start this post in many ways, but following Viking a lot in the past years, never would have thought that one of its models is a Sport Cruiser.  But as they say we have a first for many things in life.  The Viking 42 SC is as the model initials say a sport cruiser, build on the 42 platform which with this latest entry features four different distinct models, the other three being Open, ST, and Convertible. The 42 SC see three part covered enclosed hard-top is similar in many regards to the model which preceded it by a couple of months the ST, that is minus the fishing platform and features a more social  outside.  Below the 42 SC shows Viking versatility offering not two but three different layout choices from two or three cabins, and single or twin shower heads options.  Yes the Viking 42 SC is a sport cruiser for those that like the masculine looks and lines of a sportfish, and fishing is a rare thing for them. I know there is many of these nowadays.

Technical Data: 
LOA - 12.97 m (42.7ft) 
Beam - 4.83 m 
Draft - 1.04 m 
Displacement - 14832 kg 
Fuel Capacity - 1987 l 
Water Capacity - 454 l 
Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins, 6 berths 3 in cabins 
Engines - 2 x Cummins QSB 440hp, QSB 480hp, QSC 600hp  
Propulsion - ZF Zeus aft looking dual propeller pods 
Speed - 36 knots max, 31 knots cruise
www.vikingyachts.com

Engines: Volvo V8 CE 430hp

The V8-430 is part of Volvo Penta’s new generation of state-of-the-art, V8 gasoline marine engines. And just like its predecessor, the V8-430 is a high-performance engine, loaded with new technology, that meets the EPA Tier 3 requirements by a broad margin. V8-430 combines high performance with low environmental impact. It’s a brilliant performer thanks to its excellent power-to-weight ratio. Its low noise and vibration levels enhance your on-board comfort. The effective catalyst keeps emissions and CO2 levels low and eliminates smell. V8-430 weighs around one hundred kilos less than any other engine in the corresponding classes on the market, resulting in very competitive weight effect ratios. At the same time, the new engines are heavy-duty, fuel and oil-efficient.  The engine has also been equipped with VVT - Variable Valve Timing technology, which optimizes torque at low RPMs while maximizing the effect outlet at high RPMs. This results in faster acceleration, increased top speed and smoother, better response in the mid-range.

www.volvopenta.com

New Model: Back Cove 37 Downeast

Back Cove launches its new Downeast, a renewed 37 featuring a larger longer cockpit and a redesigned interior.  The Downeast is in fact a longer boat, boasting an overall length of four feet more to the standard 37 Back Cove.  It is for a short time being also the Back Cove flagship, that is till the Rockland builder launches its new upcoming 41.  This extended length of the Back Cove Downeast extends exterior deck space to aft.   Still while the length has been extended the 37 Downeast features a more day boat approach inside, with a single master cabin below, shower head, and galley inside.  Add to this the open cockpit deck, and with the 37 Downeast Backcove brings a lot of the real classic lobster in this traditional cruiser but with the thinking going for a luxury cruising boat for two persons.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 12.95 m (42.6ft)

Hull Length - 11.64 m

Beam - 4.01 m

Draft - 0.71 m ex props

Displacement - 11.05 t

Fuel Capacity - 1135 l

Water Capacity - 454 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins

Engines - 1 x Cummins QSC 8.2 600hp

Propulsion - line shaft in semi tunnel

Speed - 29 knots max, 25 knots cruise

Range - 304 nm at 25 knots cruise 

Construction - Infused Vinilester resin with PVC foam core sandwich.  AWL Grip painted boot.

Certification - ABYC, NMMA, UCSG, CE B

www.backcoveyachts.com

Web: Casa New Web Site

Casa ship builder from central Italy presents its new World wide web showroom.  Casa is founded in 2003, and locates itself in Gaeta a town located South of Rome, in the Latina area, an area of Italy which has been home to many legendary Italian builders in the past.  A family of boat owners and ultimately builders themselves, Casa builds cruisers and yachts dedicated to the client with a semi custom approach.  Casa today offers a total of five models which start from the 38 Open, and go up to the 70 SportFly.  Both the new entry level and flagship are still project models, but the company has had a following base with its 48 and 54 HT models.  Casa new website is available in Italian and English language and takes you around with the following buttons;  Home, About Us, Models, Services, Used, Contact, and Events. Casa has also its social media hubs; Facebook, Twitter, RSS Feed, and Flickr linked at near to the bottom of the first page.

www.cantiericasa.it  

Project: CRN 40 meters Conero

CRN presents a new line of yachts whose names recall the great tradition of the shipyard, which celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 2013; Conero, build in the seventies from the Ancona builder. Designed by Zuccon, CRN is presenting two projects of this new Conero line a 40 and a 44 meters. A displacement super yacht with bulb, made of steel and aluminum, forty meters in length and a beam width of of eight, within five hundred gross tonnage, whose project design was developed by CRN Engineering and designed by Studio Zuccon International Project.  The project includes the most important features that identify the CRN super yachts worldwide: a transatlantic range, designed and manufactured to the high standards that are recognized worldwide by the nautical industry; RINA and MCA classification, large internal volumes and a balcony in the Owner's suite. The Conero strongly features the use of glass, in large windows that improve the quality of life on board and guarantee constant direct contact with the sea.

www.crn-yacht.com

New Model: Fairline 48 Squadron

Presented by Fairline in surprise at Southampton boat show, was the new 48 Squadron.  This last to come Fairline model is the second of the 48 hull platform, which launched in mid Summer with the Targa Open.  A 48 Targa GT with an enclosed hard top is next, with Fairline bringing three different models using same hull and similar layout below, all powered by Volvo IPS pods, and built with resin infusion technology.  The main difference here between the Targa Open and this 48 Squadron is the enclosed saloon in the main deck, and the flybridge up top.  As is usual form Fairline the Squadron offers a spacious flybridge, which you reach from the integrated stair case to port side.  Up top as is a standard since years now Fairline layout; large L-shaped settee, wet-bar to starboard and a dual seat helm station to port.  The saloon of the 48 Squadron offers a C-shaped settee, L-shape passenger settee to port side, and a helm to starboard.  The galley is located below, and opposite is a C-shaped dinette with the choice to have this as a twin bunk berth cabin.    

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.38 m (50.5ft)

LOA - 14.73 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 14.35 m

Beam - 4.33 m

Draft - 1.18 m

Displacement - 13.7 t dry

Fuel Capacity - 1350 l

Water Capacity - 440 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo IPS600 forward looking dual propeller pod drives

Construction - longitude and transverse moulded stringers, Polyurethane foam core for deck

Project - Fairline Design Team 

www.fairline.com

Project: Hodgdon 41 Onyx

DeBasto Designs and Hodgdon release an innovative design concept, the 41 Onyx. A beautiful, stylish design, 41 Onyx is as easy to operate as to look at. From touch screen controls to remote monitoring, Onyx sets a new standard of technology applications in a yacht of this size. A host of innovative features such as a self-deploying integrated fender system, built-in dock line handling and user-friendly features such as hybrid electric propulsion and joystick steering bring owner operator convenience to a new level. If the sophistication of the features alone is not enough to impress, consider the level of luxury aboard. A generous open plan space below features a large berth, wrap around settee, galley and head with a surprisingly creative dual opening skylights above.  On deck, with a flair for the dramatic, the open air concept semi-enclosed deck lounge opens even more to the outside world with a multiple panel sliding skylight roof overhead. Integrated monolithic furniture runs nearly the full length of the available space offering ample stylish seating and lounging.  Both interior and exterior furnishings are client-tailored luxury weather and stain resistant fabrics from the Interiors Division of Loro Piana.  The concept of Onyx is not simply about style, it is also about execution, with standards befitting the world of superyachts where the demand for quality is second to none. To achieve such a standard, Luiz DeBasto turned to Hodgdon for the answer who have a nearly two hundred year pedigree that includes some of the world's finest superyachts and superyacht tenders. Hodgdon 41 Onyx is expected to be built in very limited quantities for only the most discriminating of owners.

www.hodgdonyachts.com

New Model: Princess 52

Its been billed as one of Princess's most astonishing latest new models in this size for years to come, this is the 52 which replaces a good seller from the British Plymouth based boat builder the 50 Mk.3.  The 52 is not just a cosmetic replacement though, it is a totally new yacht taller and half a foot wider, and the layout part is full of improvements being substantial and complete. The most important change is definitely the astern galley on the main deck, a first for Princess, who located cooking duties in a more social area which joins saloon and cockpit.  But another important difference that is if you compare the 52 with the last version of the 50, is also that the third cabin is also not of a bunk layout. Exterior wise the changes of the 52 continues from nice all around views wrapping the saloon, to large view windows below serving the large midships owners stateroom. The Princess 52 is so good compared to the old 50 Mk.3 that even though its just a little bit bigger I am sure many owners will consider a move up as soon they board on one.      

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.66 m (54.8ft) inc pulpit

LOA - 16.3 m exl pulpit

Beam - 4.75 m

Draft - 1.25 m

Displacement - 24,600 kg half load

Fuel Capacity - 2400 l

Water Capacity - 609 l

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

Engines - 2 x Volvo D11 625hp, D11 670hp, D11 725hp, Cat C12 A 715hp

Speed - 32 knots max with Volvo 725hp

Project - Bernard Olesinski

Certification - NMMA, ABYC

www.princessyachts.com

Project: Monte Carlo MC6

This should be one of the most awaited unveiling to come in the coming year as Monte Carlo shows the design of its forthcoming yacht, the MC6, due to be launched at the end of 2014. A 58 feet flybridge motor yacht the MC6 confirms the development of the revolutionary range in the luxury segment, as desired by Beneteau Group and top designers Nuvalari Lenard validating all the strong points of the Monte Carlo Yachts brand, in particular the solutions and attention to detail, which set Italian made yachts apart from the others.  This model is the last link to join both MCY and the smaller MC models, offering quality living space and combining quality materials, it is indeed a final step before going into the 65 model, entry level of the yacht range. In perfect harmony with the philosophy of the range, the flybridge is home to a large terrace, spacious sunbathing platforms, a roomy saloon with up to ten people capacity, comfortable seating to enjoy time on the water and total protection thanks to the carbon T-top.  The main, entirely open deck allows fluent communication between the kitchen, located at the heart of the living space, the vast saloon and the central cockpit. With its strong, timeless design, the MC6 offers original solutions in its class: three suites cabins all with en-suite bathroom, choice of beds configuration in both VIP and guest cabin, and, most of all, an owner suite at the rear with open plan en-suite bathroom.

www.montecarloyachts.it