Overblue 54 - Between a houseboat and an XXL-sized riverboat

PREMIERE AT THE CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL

The 54 sets the tone from the outset: no, it’s definitely not designed for offshore adventures! So the deal is, with its limited beam and superstructures that “eat up” the side decks like one of Paris’ famous bateaux-mouches, to make the most of sheltered waters, rivers and even canals (although beware of the air draft below any bridges), while offering exceptional comfort (there’s even electric sunshades!) to its 6 passengers in three cabins. The catamaran configuration offers real fuel autonomy compared with a monohull design, as well as greater stability and easier handling (twin motors + thrusters). A rectangular deck layout also offers greater comfort at anchor, more living space on board and additional entertaining room.

Builder: Overblue
Architect: Stefano Nolletti
Length: 54’2” (16.5 m)
Beam: 17’9” (5.4 m)
Draft: 5’7” (1.7 m)
Displacement: 54,700 lbs (24.8 t)
Drivetrain: 2 x Volvo D3-200
Cruising speed: 8 knots
Top speed: 10 knots
Fuel: 525 US gal (2,000 l)
Water: 525 US gal (2,000 l)
Range: 350 nautical miles