2003 Sydney International Boat Show
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Models Appearing at 2003 Sydney International Boat Show
7th July 2003

V CLASS SPORTS BOATS
Princess V65
A powerful offshore power boat, the V65 can reach a maximum speed of 38-40 knots. This luxury sports model features a huge teak-decked cockpit and spacious accommodation characteristics of a superyacht. Over the dining area and navigation area, there is the option of an electronically-operated sunroof. The navigation area is equipped with interfaced radar, chart/pilot GPS and autopilot. Both the forward and aft staterooms have ensuite facilities and generous wardrobes. A third guest cabin has two single berths. Stunning performance and unstinting luxury characterise this vessel.


SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall 20.27m (incl pulpit), beam 5.08m, draft 1.35m, displacement approximately (2 x MAN 1200hp) 28.5 tonnes, fuel 3727L, water 714L. Engine options 2 x MAN 800hp speed range 30-34 knots; 2 x MAN 1300hp 38-40 knots. Standard equipment includes a 11kW diesel generator, power-assisted hydraulic steering system, electronic engine and gear controls, bow thruster, colour radar, GPS and chartplotter, autopilot, electric anchor and sternline winches, echo sounder with alarm, saloon TV/DVD/VCR linked to hi fi and surround sound, two electro-hydraulically opening garages with storage for tender/wetbike. There's a microwave and conventional oven, hot and cold transom shower, 220/240v shore power and cockpit fridge/BBQ.

Princess V58
An Australasian launch at Sanctuary Cove, this vessel is sensational to drive with a cockpit featuring ample seating and fully-equipped cockpit. At high speeds, the seakeeping and directional stability of the deep V shaped hull brings high style and performance. The all weather capabilities of the yacht are confirmed with the massive electrically folding soft top within the cockpit roof. The interior features two double-bedded staterooms and one twin-bedded guest cabin. The saloon has a dining table to seat six in comfort and its styling is a major evolution for Princess. The wooden parquet-style floor has an inset circular carpet and quartered cherry wood furniture with stainless steel inlay. A truly awesome sports yacht.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall 18.19m (incl pulpit), beam 4.62m, draft 1.13m, displacement approximately (2 x MAN 800hp) 20 tonnes, fuel 2500L, water 473L. Engine options 2 x Volvo Penta 615hp speed range 29-31 knots, 2 x MAN 1050hp 36-39 knots. Standard equipment includes a 7kW diesel generator, power-assisted hydraulic steering system, electronic gear and engine control, bow thruster, colour radar, GPS and chartplotter, autopilot, electric anchor winch, echo sounder with alarm, remote control searchlight, saloon TV/DVD with hi-fi and surround sound, cockpit speakers linked to hi-fi, cockpit wet bar, hot and cold transom shower, teak-laid cockpit deck, optional grp sunroof.

FLYBRIDGE MODELS
Princess 22M
The 22M hull design respresents the latest thinking with the highest levels of performance, economy of operation and seaworthiness. There is elegant exterior styling with full-width flybridge decks forming a practical sun awning. Saloon windows provide panoramic views as well as adding a superyacht look. Teak-laid decks sweep aft to the spacious cockpit where twin doors give access to a transom platform large enough to stow a dinghy or jetski.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall 22.04m (incl pulpit), beam 5.71m, draft 1.45m, displacement approximately 47.5 tonnes, fuel 5819L, water 1350L. Engine options include two MAN 1300hp 29-32 knots. Standard equipment includes a power-assisted hydraulic steering system, 15hp bow thruster, radar - dual station, autopilot, chart plotter - dual station, GPS with flybridge repeater, dual-station VHF, telescopic passerelle with remote control, flybridge tender/jetski crane, stern garage with electronically-operated door, stern rope mooring winches, reversible anchor winch, remote controlled searchlight, 22.5kW diesel generator, air conditioning with digital controls in all cabins, twin float battery chargers, dishwasher, galley saloon and flybridge refrigerators, deep freeze and icemaker, vacuum toilet with holding tank, electric-opening doors to both side decks, surround sound hi-fi system, fully-fitted crew cabin, teak side and cockpit decks.

Princess 65
Head turning looks and stunning performance characterises this motor yacht. The open-plan saloon and dining areas are worthy of a larger boat. Space is maximised outside with a large cockpit and an extensive area on the flybridge for seating, dining and sunbathing. There is the option of an electric crane for storing an additional tender or jetski. Below deck is a generous owner's stateroom amidships, guest stateroom forward and twin berth guest cabin to port. There is a walk in utility room fitted with two occasional berths. With optional crew cabin aft, the 65 can sleep ten. Long, low lines emphasise the sleek profile emphasised by on deck bulwarks. There's a highly-efficient hull, generous fuel capacity and magnificent seakeeping.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall 20.9m, beam 5.08m, draft 1.37m, displacement approximately 29.5 tonnes, fuel 3636L, water 727L. Engine options 2 x MAN 680hp 27-30 knots, MAN 800hp 30-34 knots, 1050hp 34-36 knots. Standard equipment includes 11kW diesel generator, power-assisted hydraulic steering system, shore power, bow thruster, autopilot, colour radar and chartplotter /GPS with flybridge repeat instrumentation, twin electric powered sternline docking winches plus anchor winch, dual station log, VHF. There's a saloon plasma screen TV/DVD/VCR with hi-fi and surround sound, cocktail cabinet, owner's suite TV/radio, icemaker, dishwasher, utility room with washing machine/dryer, vacuum freshwater toilet, teak-laid cockpit deck, flybridge stairway and steps to side deck, transom platform with crane, deck wash and hot and cold transom shower.

Princess 61
Evoking superyacht designs, the Princess 61 features raised bulwarks and can sleep six or up to eight with an optional aft cabin for crew. Expect a large owner's suite and two guest suites which all have bathrooms and separate stall showers. The saloon has a dining area and sunken galley with wood panels inset in the ceiling and vertical lighting columns. A slide-away door and electric drop-window allows the saloon and cockpit to be used as one party area. The flybridge incorporates a sunbed with spacious seating.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall (incl pulpit) 18.77m, beam 4.8m, draft 1.35m, displacement with two Volvo D12/715 approx 26 tonnes, fuel 3000L, water 755L. Engine options: 2 x Volvo Penta D12/715 (2 x 715hp) speed range 28-31knots, 2 x MAN D2848 (2 x 800hp) 31-33 knots. Standard equipment includes 11kW diesel generator, power-assisted hydraulic steering, 11hp bow thruster, autopilot, colour radar and chartplotter/GPS with flybridge repeat instrumentation, twin electric-powered sternline docking winches, electric anchor winch, dual-station log and echo sounder with alarm and dual VHF, owner's suite stereo/CD radio, cocktail cabinet with refrigerator and icemaker, dishwasher, utilty room with washer/dryer, electrically operated drop window to aft cockpit, teak-laid aft cockpit deck, full-size teak-laid transom platform with jetski stowage, hot and cold transom shower, 220/240v shore power with 95- amp float battery charger, helmsman's door to side deck, flybridge wet bar.

Princess 50
Ideal for a family or a couple with guests, this vessel offers long-range cruising in real comfort. There are two large staterooms with ensuites and a twin-berth cabin. There is the option to increase berths to seven with the addition of an aft cabin.There is an ingeniously designed utility area with space for an optional dryer/washer. The lower helm combines excellent visibility with an elegant console. The emphasis outside is on al fresco living with wide side decks, spacious flybridge and teak-decked cockpit. A powerful bow thruster and electric engine controls make the vessel easy to manoeuvre. The deep V sections forward with a low centre of gravity minimise pitching and maximise acceleration to allow speeds of 25 knots or more. There is a large swim platform.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length overall 15.32m (incl pulpit), beam 4.47m, draft 1.12m, displacement approximately (2 x Volvo TAMD75P) 15 tonnes, fuel 1836L, water 568L. Engine options twin Volvo Penta (480hp) speed 27-29 knots, twin Volvo Penta (675hp) 32-34 knots. Standard equipment includes 7kW generator, bow thruster, power-assisted hydraulic steering, dual station autopilot, flybridge refrigerated coolbox, saloon/flybridge stereo/radio, saloon TV/VCR, cocktail bar, hot and cold transom shower, electric flush toilet.

Princess 45
A generous 4.27m beam provides a spacious, full-width saloon which makes the Princess 45 ideal for getaways. There is a discreetly sunken galley and triple stainless steel framed doors opening to the large teak-decked cockpit. Within the galley are three work surfaces while the lower helm position's console gives amply room for instrumentation. All controls are repeated on the flybridge and there is a master cabin and two twin-berth cabins. Interiors feature deep lacquered natural or classic cherry wood with a choice of designer fabrics.

SPECIFICATIONS: Length (incl pulpit) 13.92m, beam 4.27m, draft 1.09m, displacement approx (2 x Volvo TAMD74L) 12.5 tonnes, fuel 1636L, water 586L Engine options 2 x Volvo Penta 370hp (26-28 knots), 2 x Volvo Penta 430hp (29-32 knots), 2 x Volvo Penta 480hp (31-33 knots). Standard equipment
includes: dual station autopilot, remote controlled anchor winch, dual station log and echo sounder, saloon flybridge stereo CD/radio, cockpit bar, triple opening stainless steel saloon doors, transom door leading to full size bathing platform, teack laid cockpit deck and transom platform, hot and cold transom shower.

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