Vikings Yachts plans to debut their new Viking 66 Convertible at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The 66 Convertible has four-staterooms, each with an en suite head with shower, and a crew quarters with private access to the engine room. The salon features an L-shaped settee with stowage below, across from a 40-inch flat screen TV. The galley features a granite-topped island, bar stools and under counter refrigeration. A day head is located aft, immediately inside the electrically opening salon door. To reduce weight and increase strength in construction the hull bottom is vacuum-bagged end grain balsa, skinned with knitted fiberglass laminates. Standard propulsion for the 66 Convertible will be twin 1,550-horsepower MAN V12 CRM diesels. With the optional propulsion package of twin 2,000-horsepower MTU V16 series M91 diesels the company estimates the 66 Convertible will be able to reach 40 knots. www.vikingyachts.com
The new 108-foot semi-displacement Navetta 33 Crescendo from the Ferretti Custom Line is the latest in its line of semi-custom yachts. The Cresendo’s traditional Euro exterior hides a bright, contemporary interior. There is a large master cabin on the main deck and each of four luxury cabins on the lower deck have a double bed that separates to become two singles, a shower and a walk-in closet. Large windows provide great views to the sea and flood the interior with light. The upper deck hosts the helm station, living area, dining area and open-air deck. The sun deck has options for a Jacuzzi as well as a grill and bar area. Three Mitsubishi ARG (Anti Rolling Gyro) stabilizers are standard as are twin 1400-hp MAN V12 engines. Twin 1550-hp MAN V12 engines are available on request and, according to the builder, make it possible to reach a top speed of 20 knots and a cruise speed of 16.5 knots. The Crescendo 33 is slated to splash late this spring. www.ferrettigroup.com
