First Look: Viking Yachts Announces New 55 Convertible Model
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Viking Yachts used its 16th annual VIP Preview to
announce its newest model launch, the 55 Convertible. The preview is an event, held in Riviera
Beach, to give 600 registered guests a chance to preview this year’s boat show models
as well as a chance to sea trial the vessels.
Viking also made their announcement to launch a new 55 Convertible later
this summer. When Viking first
introduced a 55 Convertible back in 1996 it became the most popular in its
class. Viking built over 153 examples of
the ground breaking convertible. The
2012 version of the 55 Convertible promises to make waves and try to repeat
history. Click past the jump to see some
more renderings, accommodation plans, and to check out some of the 55’s stats.
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Specifications:
- Length Overall (LOA): 56' 5" (17.20 m)
- Beam: 17'
9" (5.41 m)
- Draft: 5' 1" (1.55 m)
- Gross Weight*:
77,700 lbs. (35,244 k) *
Standard Fuel Load
- Fuel Capacity: 1,414 gals. (5,353 l)
- Water Capacity:
225 gals. (852 l)
According to the company website, several engine packages including
MAN and Caterpillar will be available. Horsepower
ratings will range from 2,720 mhp to 3,650 mhp. Hull number one is set to feature a pair of
MAN V12 1550 CRM engines rated at 1,550 mhp each for a total of 3,100 mhp. Speeds
are predicted, with standard fuel (1,414 gallons) and fully geared down, at a
cruise of 33.8. knots and a top end of 39.5 knots. Check out the companies detailed description
of the 55 Convertible here.
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